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The Various Styles of Musician Diplo
Wesley Pentz, also known as DIPLO, is considered a cutting-edge curator in the music industry. Working alongside the world's most famous producers and DJs, Pentz has come out on top more than once. From his hits that have topped the chart to his presence in the club circuit, Pentz doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. From a record label and unstoppable collaborations to a charity and even a documentary, Pentz simply does it all.
Diplo's music is distinguished by the electric, 80's-type mixes and mash ups with some of his sound resembling instrumental hip hop. He first became noticed as a DJ while attending Temple University in Philadelphia. He frequently played with DJ Low Budget and in 2003, the two started playing music and throwing parties under the name Hollertronix so they could maintain control of what they were playing during their gigs.
Diplo has worked with many popular artists such as M.I.A., Shakira, Bruno Mars and Snoop Dogg. While known for his remix capabilities and music talent, he decided to go out on his own and started Mad Decent studios. Mad Decent has released tracks for many musicians, but none as popular as Beyounce's "Run the World (Girls). He has managed to produce this level of work while still cuting his own albums and tracks. He has released three of his own albums, along with countless EPs and remixes.
Since working with M.I.A. at the beginning of his career, Pentz has partnered up with several other big names in the music industry. He's worked with Santigold, Missy Elliot and Lil' Jon, as well as with Radiohead, Beck and Britney Spears for remix work. Pentz got together with Dave Taylor, also known as Switch, in 2009 and released the album "Guns Don't Kill People...Lazers do."
Diplo went from an unknown DJ playing small gigs in Philadelphia to somewhat of a worldwide music sensation. And he's not done yet. 2012 is already proving to be a big year for him. He's releasing a book in April titled 128 Beats Per Minute: Diplo's Visual Guide to Music, Culture, and Everything in Between. The book is said to chronicle his travels across the globe as well as list songs that have inspired him along the way. In addition, Diplo has concerts scheduled throughout the year in places like Sweden, New York, Miami, and California.
Diplo's music is distinguished by the electric, 80's-type mixes and mash ups with some of his sound resembling instrumental hip hop. He first became noticed as a DJ while attending Temple University in Philadelphia. He frequently played with DJ Low Budget and in 2003, the two started playing music and throwing parties under the name Hollertronix so they could maintain control of what they were playing during their gigs.
Diplo has worked with many popular artists such as M.I.A., Shakira, Bruno Mars and Snoop Dogg. While known for his remix capabilities and music talent, he decided to go out on his own and started Mad Decent studios. Mad Decent has released tracks for many musicians, but none as popular as Beyounce's "Run the World (Girls). He has managed to produce this level of work while still cuting his own albums and tracks. He has released three of his own albums, along with countless EPs and remixes.
Since working with M.I.A. at the beginning of his career, Pentz has partnered up with several other big names in the music industry. He's worked with Santigold, Missy Elliot and Lil' Jon, as well as with Radiohead, Beck and Britney Spears for remix work. Pentz got together with Dave Taylor, also known as Switch, in 2009 and released the album "Guns Don't Kill People...Lazers do."
Diplo went from an unknown DJ playing small gigs in Philadelphia to somewhat of a worldwide music sensation. And he's not done yet. 2012 is already proving to be a big year for him. He's releasing a book in April titled 128 Beats Per Minute: Diplo's Visual Guide to Music, Culture, and Everything in Between. The book is said to chronicle his travels across the globe as well as list songs that have inspired him along the way. In addition, Diplo has concerts scheduled throughout the year in places like Sweden, New York, Miami, and California.