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Bon Finix  
Name:
Andreas Kyriacou
Date of Birth:
14 July 1979
Music Style:
Progressive House, Tribal House, Wet & Hard
How Long:
First started in '95, but has concentrated on progressive music since 2000
Where:
Cyprus:
Private radio stations in Larnaca (Radio Larnaca, Elios, Mega), Manwalking, Friends, Amalfi Cafe, Times, Memphis, Iguana, Venue, Aquarium and Balistic

Czech Republic:
Radost FX, Industry, Music Park, Mythos

Bio:
When Bon was 16, he auditioned for a DJ-ing slot at a local radio station and soon had shows on three different frequencies. His first experience of DJ-ing before a live audience however, was 5 years later, as a student in Prague. Having started club-DJ-ing in the Czech Republic, it's no surprise that his favorite big-name DJs are Europeans! He likes Hungarian Corvin Dalek’s style, and recommends that people keep an eye on Czech Michael Burian, choosing him as his favorite up-and-coming DJ.

During his holidays back home in Cyprus, he continues building a reputation for himself with sets at radio stations, bars, clubs and various parties. In the summer of 2002, he was invited to play at a private boat-party and he mentions this July mini-cruise as one of the best events he has ever spinned at, because everybody was passionate about the music. Each year, during the few months he is on the island, he sees that the new generation is becoming much more interested in dance culture, and that Cyprus’ nightlife is gradually changing. “Its simply a matter of time before Cyprus reaches the club-standard of other countries. I think dance shows on the radio, both by foreign and Cypriot DJs, are very important, because as more people are exposed to electronic music, the scene gets better and better!”

With Mediterranean and European clubbing under his belt, his next target is America! Once he finishes his studies in Prague, he would like to travel to the United States to explore American club-life and hopefully even play there for a new experience!

 

 

  Adapted from the article "10 + 1 CYPRIOT
DJs - Upcoming Talent" by Chloe Skarparis
[X]treme mag

(from September 2002 issue of [X]treme
– Cypriot youth/music magazine)

 

 

[Posted: 23 Feb 2003]
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