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#279 in World
#21 in United Kingdom
#133 in Europe
KITTY AMOR

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DJane name KITTY AMOR

Country United Kingdom

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KITTY AMOR Biography

As one of the UK’s foremost ambassadors for African-influenced electronic music, Kitty Amor iscultivating an impeccable legacy. An accomplished DJ, producer, sonic storyteller, label owner and advocate for underrepresented communities, her dedication to the afro sound is unwavering. Kitty’s long-term vision to spread the sound far and wide is the driving force behind her progression. This vision is imbued in everything she does, from building a community in her hometown London to commanding the big stage at a myriad of iconic clubs and festivals around the world, including fabric, Glastonbury, Hï Ibiza, Drumsheds London, Tresor Berlin and Tomorrowland’s CORE. Production - wise, Kitty has demonstrated her natural musicality with a series of well - received singles and remixes, including the huge rework of Dennis Ferrer’s ‘Hey Hey’ with Da Capo, and a pinch - yourself - moment remix of London Grammar’s ‘Into Gold’. A lifelong digger, she has channelled her deep knowledge and appreciation of afro sounds into highly - regarded record label, Mahaba Music, using her growing stature to champion a variety of artists from the Motherland and beyond. With a clear focus on what she wants to achieve and an ever - growing global following, Kitty continues to flourish professionally, creatively and personally. Kitty’s latest single ‘The Answer’ (with AWEN) is indicative of her progressive outlook. A commentary on the tide turning towards women who DJ, it’s a call for genuine equality and solidarity, over mindless box ticking. As always, empowerment is at the core of Kitty’s messaging. The single is the first from an extended project, which is still in development and promises to be an exceptional body of work when it lands in 2025. Combining pulsating bass, captivating rhythms, rousing atmospherics and AWEN’s heartfelt vocals, ‘The Answer’ further solidifies Kitty’s prowess as a producer - a natural extension of her artistry as a selector. Since she first stepped into the world of DJing in 2009, Kitty’s passion and love for African sounds have been central to her growth and evolution as an artist. Surrounded by esoteric music in her youth (her dad was a sound engineer for afrobeat music collectives), Kitty’s childhood grounding permeates into her spellbinding sets today. Drawing on those formative influences, she conjures up the mystical power of her own heritage and the lineage that emanates from the Motherland. Deep hypnotic basslines, spiritual chants, soulful vocals, uplifting melodies and tribal rhythms captivate audiences new and old with every performance. In London, during the 2010s, she cultivated a tight - knit community around her parties Sessions and Motherland. Motherland was featured in Mixmag in 2019 and the following year Kitty became one of the magazine’s cover stars, launching her onto the world stage. Since that pivotal moment, all the years of tireless work and commitment to the afro sound have been the catalyst behind a long list of career - defining achievements: the first female afro house DJ to play Glastonbury in 2023, a brand partnership with Nike, a show - stopping appearance at Hi Ibiza with Vintage Culture and Fisher, a residency on Rinse FM, the launch of Mahaba Music, a 30 - date World Tour and her incredibly personal and vulnerable documentary “Who Is Kitty Amor?” (which was picked up by the prestigious Iris Prize Festival). Kitty has been championed by some of the world’s most influential tastemakers including Benji B, Tiffany Calver, Pete Tong, Arielle Free, Fraser T Smith and Afrodeutsche. She has recorded sets for BBC Radio 1, Mixmag Lab, DJ Mag HQ, Triple J, Apple Music and Resident Advisor, alongside a live set on Channel O, a national television station in South Africa - the nation that has been intrinsic to her artistic development. Kitty’s connection to South Africa runs deeper than words can express. At the heart of her sound is the vibration of SA and its vibrant culture, combined with the energy of her hometown, London and, of course, the rest of Africa. Representing the music from across the continent and her city, while also becoming a figure of inspiration for black and queer women, puts Kitty in an influential position and she takes the responsibility very seriously. Her desire to inspire, lead and platform others demonstrates an elementof selflessness that is both admirable and vital. This can be seen in the signings to her label, Mahaba, aunched in conjunction with electronic music powerhouse, Defected, the music she plays in her sets and her public advocacy of underrepresented artists, labels and nations. It’s her life’s mission; to showcase and promote inclusivity while empowering those who are often excluded from electronic music spaces. Cross - pollination is a key part of this mission; introducing the afro sound to unexplored dance floors and club spaces across the globe. Her appearance at Fisher’s party at Hi Ibiza, for instance, or performing alongside SG Lewis in New York and Eats Everything’s History Of Rave party at the Stonebridge tent at Glastonbury. It’s about taking the sound to people who may not be familiar, with positive reactions every time, which helps to grow the global following. At every step of her journey so far, Kitty has honoured her African heritage. This can be heard permeating through her sets, which many observers comment have a unique vibe, distinct to Kitty herself and her curating skills. It’s also evident throughout her discography, since her debut on Get Physical - ‘Khoisan’, a collaboration with Thakzin through to the stunning ‘I Saw An Angel’, which was another massive milestone for Kitty. The track, written alongside the Nigerian singer - songwriter Somadina, received a major - label release via Warner Music Africa and Parlophone Europe. Her debut solo release, also marked the debut of her label Mahaba Music. ‘Solitude’ was a collaboration with the vocalist Nathan Nicholson, and it marked a big step in Kitty’s creative development. Perhaps highest on Kitty’s own list of production achievements is her remix of the iconic ‘Hey Hey’ by Dennis Ferrer. Produced with close friend Da Capo for Defected’s 25th anniversary celebrations, the track has a special place in her heart, thanks to its anthemic status for London’s clubbing community, inparticular. Playing back - to - back with Da Capo at Ultra Festival in South Africa, and being able to play the remix there, kicked off Kitty’s epic 2024 in style. Touring the world is now a regular occurrence for Kitty. Her tour diary is packed with high - profile gigs, giving her the perfect platform to showcase the afro sound to new audiences. Her ever growing list of standout performances includes appearances at Skepta and Jammer’s Mas Tiempo events and sets at Printworks, Hï Ibiza, Ushuaia, KOKO, Fabric, Tresor, Watergate and The Warehouse Project, through to festival appearances at Glastonbury, Voodoo Village, Big Smoke Festival, Lost Village, TRIIP Festival, Exit Festival, Tomorrowland CORE Defected Malta and Ultra South Africa in both Cape Town and Johannesburg. Going back 15 years to the very start, it’s always been clear to Kitty that telling her story is paramount. Through sharing her own narrative, she is ensuring that representation of her sound, heritage, community, gender and sexuality is at the centre of her mission. A savvy, humble, highly creative and driven artist, Kitty is a powerful force for progression, steadily revolutionising the global electronic music scene with her visionary outlook. As her status continues to grow, and her natural talent flourishes, she’s bringing everyone up with her. Through her conscious and intentional action Kitty Amor is establishing a legacy rooted in love, positive social change, empowerment and an unwavering determination to spread the profound energy of the Motherland, Africa.