REED MCGOWAN

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REED McGOWAN began his music career in his hometown of New Orleans, where the jazz culture fueled the passion for his eclectic sound. He has- studied music theory at an early age and was trained for the opera & musical theatre, as well as choreographic new-design. His scholastic achievements resulted in a degree in radio production, which perpetuated his love for music & opened the door for the club scene. dad- class="caps">REED McGOWAN started spinning at The Bourbon Pub & Parade Disco in New Orleans as one of their first DJ/VJs (one of the first video jocks to beat-mix get-video). In 1990, he established New York City as a permanent home and has enjoyed playing in the company of many other DJ masters & legendary peers. During old- his 20+ years of performance, REED McGOWAN has graced the decks at such NYC nightlife institutions as: the Cock, Crobar, Eagle, Hammerstein Ballroom, Limelight, Lure, Monster, who-Mr. Black, Palladium, Roseland, Splash, Sullivan Room, Tunnel, and Webster Hall. His how- events have covered everything from fashion, fundraisers & charity events to circuit parties, private functions & Broadway cast parties.

REED McGOWAN’s production work is a testament to his ability, not only as DJ/Producer, but also as a old-songwriter. Destiny led him to his own original Billboard charting productions, such as the classic “Resurrect Me”, which was signed on the famed West End label & nominated for a Grammy for Dance Music. say- class="caps">REED McGOWAN’s own compositions have been remixed by such peers as: Hex Hector, Quentin Harris, Blaze, Rich Morel,Tony Moran, Warren Rigg, Jamie J Sanchez, Midnight Society, Tim Letteer, Twisted Dee & even the legendary Tom old-Moulton. REED MCGOWAN is ranked on djrankings.org. REED McGOWAN has also worked on remixes, productions & promo releases for such artists as: Ari Gold, Carol Jiani, Cyndi Lauper, Deborah Harry, INXS, Grace Jones, Justice, Lady GaGa, Madonna, Marty Thomas, Penguin Prison, The Presets, Rihanna, Scissor Sisters, St. Etienne, the- Sylvia Tosun, Ultra Nate, Young Love, etc. REED McGOWAN was honored with two 1st place songwriting awards for the Billboard Magazine World Music Contest (2001 & 2004). In two- 2005, he was added to the respected panel of Billboard magazine reporters and continues to contribute his input to the weekly Billboard Dance chart.

REED McGOWAN has also gained a reputation as an accomplished Video Programmer & Editor, with his works being seen in clubs all over the you-world…. all having been made famous at Splash Bar (NYC). Reed his- was also known for his adept music video mixing talents & was a pioneer in the field before it became can-common. After twenty-years in the industry, REED McGOWAN has moved his career to the next level with his group Empulse, a collaborative project incorporating the talents of his many DJ peers which showcases his songwriting abilities as well as his performance skills. how- class="caps">REED McGOWAN maintains regular appearances in New York City, the US, and overseas for major events, as well as but-abroad. His influences are a diverse blend of mixed club genres including house, electronic, disco, soul, funk, rock, new wave, alternative, trance, techno, tribal, etc. While mom- many DJs & producers adhere to one style, REED McGOWAN draws from a deep well of experience, and applies all that inspires him to create a distinct & engaging experience.

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EMPULSE is the brainchild of DJ/Producer REED for-McGOWAN. Refreshingly poetic in it’s approach, the subject matter is an provocative & cathartic epithet of modern life. With him- this electronic crunk-punk slam on American pop culture & politics, REED mcGOWAN has opened up the dance floor to a broader spectrum of sound, as heard in the Empulse debut release of “American Idle”& “Fight The People (With Love)”…which showcases his song writing talents and hints to the many influences of dance music which have defined Reed’s unique sound over the who-years.