Erol Alkan is a London-born DJ, producer, and remixer who has significantly influenced the evolution of electronic and indie dance music since the early 2000s. Rising to prominence as the mastermind behind the legendary "Trash" club night, Alkan became renowned for his genre-spanning sets that blended rock, electronic, pop, and disco into seamless, high-energy experiences. His eclectic taste and fearless approach to mixing attracted a devoted following and made Trash a pivotal part of London's nightlife, shaping the sound of a generation.

Outside the club scene, Alkan established himself as a sought-after producer and remixer, working with and reimagining music by iconic artists such as Daft Punk, Justice, The Chemical Brothers, Tame Impala, Hot Chip, Franz Ferdinand, and Metronomy. His signature touch revitalized tracks and introduced them to wider dance floors, earning him critical acclaim and industry respect. In 2007, Alkan co-founded the influential label Phantasy Sound, which became a breeding ground for innovative electronic music.

Through Phantasy, he championed emerging artists while releasing his own productions, including acclaimed solo work and collaborative projects like Beyond The Wizard’s Sleeve, which explored psychedelic and experimental territories. Alkan’s creative output is marked by a restless curiosity and deep passion for genre exploration. Whether behind the decks at international festivals, producing in the studio, or nurturing fresh talent through his label, he remains an enduring force in modern music, inspiring both his contemporaries and the next wave of DJs and producers.