Born in Brazil and currently based in Europe, he has been a constant presence on the world stage since 2013 and is widely regarded for his mesmerising DJ performances, appearing at a long list of influential events across the planet. In the studio he is equally adept, releasing a steady flow of first-rate techno productions all of which encapsulate his distinct flair for musicality and energy. Included in his repertoire is an arsenal of edits, including The Prodigy’s ‘Breathe’ and Depeche Mode’s classic ‘Everything Counts’ among others - products of an innately upbeat approach to making music. Hard working, innately talented and driven by his deep passion, Victor Ruiz is the product of a lifetime dedicated to music. Victor’s formative years were fueled by his brother’s love for heavy metal. When he was nine years old his parents gifted him a bass guitar. He taught himself to play the instrument, and then the drums and then the piano, joining various bands and eventually quitting the formal education path to study electronic music production when he reached university. Numerous influences shaped his early vision (Daft Punk, MTV, Fruity Loops...) and equipped him with the skills to progress, leading to his first DJ gigs. Without decks at home to practice on, the ambitious selector learned to DJ ‘in-the-field’, refining his craft through often very challenging first-hand experiences. Victor’s profile in Brazil exploded when he produced a big hit and his upwards trajectory really began to kick in. By 2009 his success led to bookings at many of the country’s biggest festivals, including Lollapalooza Brazil, Tribaltech, Tribe Festival, XXXperience Festival and Kaballah Festival with regular gigs at venues like Clash Club. Through these appearances he connected with numerous international selectors and started getting his music out to a wider audience. Early supporters included Stephan Bodzin and Hernan Cattaneo. Fast forward to 2013 and the first European bookings come through; a two-week tour including shows in Germany and Norway. This pivotal period changed the course of his life, opening his eyes to Europe’s progressive club culture. Over the next five years his international profile grew to the point where he was picking up more bookings in Europe than he was in Brazil. A move to Berlin in 2018 was the next logical step. Since then Ruiz has been in a period of transition, taking time away from the studio and exploring the globe with a packed diary of gigs all over the planet from New Zealand to Israel, Turkey to the USA, Portugal, Denmark and Argentina. Delivering powerful performances with every show, aiming to challenge and entertain the dance floor in equal measure. His commitment to enchanting the crowd and taking them on a musical odyssey has led to a huge global following and makes him one of the most exciting DJs of his peer group. Ultimately, music and entertainment is all about having fun and forgetting your troubles. In an increasingly troubled world, this is an artist whose outlook is centred on providing the soundtrack to those special moments of self-expression, escapism and catharsis. In the studio his playful attitude has led to a series of notable releases on labels including Drumcode, Noir Music, Suara, Senso Sounds and many more, plus his exceptional collection of edits. The sound he creates is a mix of all his influences; with his distinctive musicianship comprising basslines and melodies that are directly influenced by all the music he listens to - most of which is not techno, by the way. His unique productions are part of his identity, intrinsically connected to who he is. If you want to know him better, listen to the music and you’ll discover what this talented artist is all about. Still playing his trusty bass guitar, Victor’s love affair with music is stronger than ever. Inspired by the wonderful variety of people he meets, and plays to, every single week, the Brazilian artist appreciates the simple things in life which is reflected in his unfussy approach to his craft. Driven by unwavering passion and a desire to inject positive energy into the lives of those who listen to his music, Victor Ruiz continues on his lifelong mission with a smile on his face, an open heart and an open mind...