Who Is Bassnectar?

Bassnectar is the stage name of Lorin Ashton, an American DJ, record producer and artist from Santa Cruz, California. He is best known for his live performances, light shows, and immersive music. His style incorporates elements of dubstep, trap, electro house, and drum and bass. He has released 12 studio albums and performed at many festivals around the world.

Early Life and Career

Ashton grew up in San Jose and started making music at the age of 13. In high school he was a part of the jazz band where he played the trombone. As a teenager he experimented with various types of electronic music including ambient, trance and drum and bass before settling on his current sound. In 1996 he started performing as Bassnectar.

Studio Albums

Bassnectar’s first full-length album was released in 2001 titled Freakbeat for the Beatfreaks. Since then he has released 12 studio albums, with his most recent album being Reflective Part 3 which was released in 2019. His most successful album to date is Wildstyle EP (2010) which reached number one on the Billboard US Dance chart.

Live Performance Career

In addition to producing studio albums, Bassnectar is known for his live performances. He has performed at festivals such as Coachella, Electric Daisy Carnival, Glastonbury and Lollapalooza. His sets feature a unique blend of genres and styles along with powerful visuals and light shows that enhance the experience. He has also been featured in documentaries such as “The BASS Episode” (2016) which followed him during his summer tour.

Legacy

Bassnectar has become one of the most influential artists in electronic music. His unique style has earned him a loyal following around the world and he continues to push boundaries with his music. He has collaborated with other prominent artists such as Mr. Bill, G Jones, Ill-Esha and Sofi Tukker. Bassnectar continues to tour around the world playing festivals and shows to emotionally charged crowds.