Duke Slammer is the alter ego of Sunderland, UK-based producer and DJ, Ross Wakefield. Famed for his dazzling live hardware sets and boundless explorations into electro, funk, and braindance, Duke Slammer’s sonic palette fuses squelchy synths, driving drum machines, and elastic basslines, conjuring nostalgia for early ‘90s rave culture while pushing the genre into new realms. Since his debut in 2011, he has released a prolific stream of EPs, albums, and remixes across underground imprints like Hotflush, CPU Records, Myor, and his own label, Human Shield Recordings.

His music has earned acclaim for its playful complexity and infectious grooves, with tracks frequently supported by leading selectors in modern electro. Beyond the studio, Duke Slammer’s energetic DJ sets have lit up dancefloors across the UK and Europe, earning him a cult following among electro enthusiasts and clubgoers alike. Continually evolving, he remains a vital force in the scene, uniting vintage sensibility with future-facing sounds.