Special Request is the alias of Paul Woolford, a prolific UK producer and DJ renowned for his boundary-pushing explorations in the realms of rave, jungle, breakbeat, and bass-heavy club music. Hailing from Leeds, England, Woolford adopted the Special Request moniker in 2012 to revisit his love for the raw, pirate radio-driven sounds of early British dance music. Since then, he's become a driving force in contemporary electronic music, releasing a string of acclaimed albums and EPs on labels such as Houndstooth, XL Recordings, and his own SR imprint.

Special Request’s output is characterized by its high-energy spirit, deft sample work, and a keen sense of nostalgia fused with innovation. His albums—such as *Soul Music* (2013), *Belief System* (2017), and the ambitious run of releases in 2019—have received widespread critical praise, pushing the boundaries between drum & bass, techno, house, and ambient. Known for both his studio prowess and dynamic DJ sets, Special Request draws crowds with his blend of futuristic rhythms and classic UK rave aesthetics.

Beyond his headline sets at major festivals and worldwide clubs, Woolford’s work as Special Request—marked by surprise releases, remix commissions, and inventive collaborations—continues to influence a new generation of producers and ravers alike.