RZN8R draws from a wide array of influences, fusing his passions for new thought spirituality and beats to craft deep, lush, hypnotic grooves. His sets fuse latin and African dance music, disco house and hip hop.
RZN8R has opened for heavyweight artists including A-Trak, Thriftworks, Martin Luther, ATTLAS, ARMNHMR, Anamanaguchi, and more. RZN8R's sound will make you go "ooh."
"The expressive electronic beats and hair-raising synths pulsing from RZN8R strike a spiritual nerve." - DoTheBay
“a nocturnal world of neon-lit excitement that exudes soulful intimacy from every tuneful pore” - DMME
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RZN8R is an awesome performer, showman, and person. He is dedicated to tailoring his sets to his client’s wishes. When we had RZN8R DJ and emcee our wedding, he listened to our requests, came prepared, and was an excellent host on the mic! He was professional, and enthusiastic! He knows how to keep the crowd dancing with a mix of classsics and new music.
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RZN8R, pronounced “resonator,” is the moniker of Oakland-raised, Brooklyn-living producer/DJ/singer Derek Buckwalter. RZN8R draws from a wide array of influences, fusing his passions for singing, new thought spirituality, and beats, to craft deep, lush, hypnotic grooves.
He has opened for artists including A-Trak. Chromeo, ARMNHMR, Duckwrth, Lolo Mayhew, Manics, ATTLAS, Martin Luther, Lolo Mayhew, Anamanaguchi, Monster Rally, TV Girl, Moldover, and Krystyn Pixton. Hope you vibe with his sounds as well.
"The expressive electronic beats and hair-raising synths pulsing from RZN8R strike a spiritual nerve." - DoTheBay
“a nocturnal world of neon-lit excitement that exudes soulful intimacy from every tuneful pore” - (link hidden)
“For listeners that want the future here and now---here it is.” - MidWest Record
"Leaves the listener feeling invigorated and inspired" - SF Weekly
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