Special Request is the alias of British electronic music producer Paul Woolford, known for his adventurous and dynamic forays into the realms of breakbeat, jungle, and techno. A mercurial talent with a penchant for blending old school aesthetics with contemporary sound design, Woolford, under his Special Request moniker, has been lauded for reinvigorating the UK dance music scene with a raw, unbridled energy that pays homage to pirate radio culture.

Woolford’s evolution into Special Request saw the light in the early 2010s, a time when he desired a musical outlet that could embody his passion for the rugged breaks and basslines of his youth. Since then, Special Request has released a flurry of singles, EPs, and albums that exhibit an unapologetic homage to the visceral edge of UK rave culture while pushing its boundaries. His project has seen a recent string of releases like the pulsating "rise - Special Request VIP," the magnetic "Sliver (Remixes)," and "Spectral Frequency - EP," which showcase his virtuosity in crafting tracks that are at once nostalgic and forward-thinking. Woolford's eclectic remixing skills are also on full display in works such as "Angels & Queens (Paul Woolford’s Special Request Mix)" and the edgy rework of "Again (feat. Ms Banks, Ms Dynamite & Jaykae) [Special Request vs Paul Woolford Remix]," which solidify his reputation as a versatile and innovative force in modern electronic music.

Genres

Breaks

Float House

Future Garage

Modern Jungle

Related Artists

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Latest Release

Jenny (Heaven Can You Hear Me) (Special Request Remix)

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Special Request

Single - Released February 2, 2024