Profile: Andrew Marston is a British based radio presenter, music producer and club DJ, known for his extensive work with musicians under the BBC Introducing scheme. His DJing work has included house, trance, drum n bass, indie, rock, '70s funk, '80s disco, Motown, Old Skool, UK garage, hip hop and RnB - although he's known for his love of dance and electronica music. He first started DJing in clubs aged 14 at the Jailhouse in Hereford. At 17, he started working for the BBC making radio shows and building websites. He's now presented his BBC Introducing show for nearly two decades and spent half a lifetime behind the record decks.
Notable sets: In New Music We Trust on BBC Radio 1, The BBC Introducing Mixtape on BBC 6 Music, Ibiza Rocks in San Antonio, Scala in London (Resident), Naughty But Nice in Hereford (Organiser/Promoter), The Electric Ballroom in London, Velvet/Tramps Nightclub in Worcester (Resident), LakeFest at Eastnor Castle (8,000 people), The Upton Sunshine Festival (6,000 people), the opening slot of the Nozstock Festival (7,000 people) and closing off the Wychwood Festival (10,000 people).. Listen at Mixcloud...
The BBC: Presents a weekly new music show on the BBC / Select playlist tracks for BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra / Recommends “ones to watch out for" for BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music, BBC Asian Network and BBC Television / Chooses all of the music for BBC Hereford & Worcester / Receives in excess of 400 promos a week / Selects artists for stages at Glastonbury, Reading + Leeds, SXSW, Radio 1's Big Weekend, T In The Park, The Montreal Jazz Festival, Worcester Music Festival, Nozstock, Radio 2 Live In Hyde Park, The Great Escape, Bestival, LakeFest and the Cheltenham Jazz Festival. Catch up on BBC Sounds...
Skills: Video DJing | Every track visually, beat & key mixed | Live mashups | Regularly performs alongside MCs, singers, percussionists & saxophonists. Watch at YouTube...
Contact: For DJ bookings email andrew.marston@bbc.co.uk or contact Scott at MAS Records. Follow on Facebook and X...
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“Andrew has been DJing at our club for the last two years, or so. Not only is he the best DJ we have ever had, he is also completely reliable. His knowledge of music and mixing is excellent. He is a genuine music man and is a really nice guy." - Charmaine Danter, Jacqueline's Nightclub
“He’s tireless; he’s like a one man dynamo in the energy he puts in.” - Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6 Music Presenter
"Andrew Marston is one of the most entertaining DJ's we've had, whether solo or with other musicians. Highly recommend him.” - Paul O'Neill, Artistic Director, Lakefest
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“Worked with Andrew for years now and I can only say great words. Hardest working man in the scene and a musical encyclopaedia. Total crowd pleaser and top gent.” - Jay Newman, Owner at Pro-ject Events | Events Manager at Ibiza Rocks Bar | Ministry Of Sound World Tour Artist
“Andrew was fantastic! Extremely professional and got stuck in straight away with the procedure of events for the evening ahead. Liaised with the dancers and the band to ensure everything went smoothly and adapted as timings changed etc. Great music and compering throughout the evening. Perfect! Would like him all the time down here!” - Fiona Watson, Worcestershire County Cricket Club
“Having worked with Andrew with regard to DJing, event promotion and live performance, I can happily say I found him to be intelligent, insightful and reliable. His professionalism allowed me to relax and concentrate on other facets requiring my attention, safe in the knowledge he had things covered. Recommended.” - Andy Passman, Founder, Naughty But Nice
“A hugely enthusiastic and dynamic DJ, bringing much fun to every party he plays." - Graeme Merifield, Director, Wychwood Festival
“Andrew has performed for us for the last two years as a closing set at our festival. I can wholeheartedly say he is a fantastically talented musician and a perfect professional." - Kris Sayer, Rock The Barn
"Andrew is the consummate professional and a thoroughly decent person, he has a great personality and was a fantastic help to me and to the success of the venue. Andrew loves his music and would be a tremendous asset to any venture lucky enough to have him." - John Neilly, General Manager, The Imperial Bar & Nightclub
"Loved it when Andrew was available to DJ at Saxtys for me. Someone whose passion and musical knowledge are huge and in equal measure. Andrew's ability to read the room meant my dancefloor was always full." - Joe Williams, General Manager, Saxtys
"Andrew is a very easy going person with an excellent attitude, full of music knowledge, and with the right set of skills to get a good party going. His passion and commitment towards his sets make him a DJ that clearly stands out from the rest and is able to play any style of music." - Fran J. García, Managing Director, Rock Sin Subtítulos @ Scala & The Electric Brixton, London
"I have worked with Andrew at our venue for nearly a decade now. I was always have found him professional, courteous, has a wonderful set up with great lighting. Most importantly he gets the party going with the great music he plays." - Edward Simpson, Burton Court
"Andrew was the DJ for our wedding and, then a few years later, for our family Ibiza Foam Party. Two very different occasions but with equally brilliant music. He's great at sensing the mood of the crowd and pitching the music perfectly. He plays what the crowd want to hear - or didn't know we wanted to hear - until he plays it. He's incredibly professional and has years of experience in performing, organising and promoting events." - Nicola Goodwin, BBC
"Andrew played a great house set at Truefest overlooking the Brecon Beacons which our crowd showed big appreciation for. Looking forward to what he’s bringing next year." - Simon Troy, Director, Truefest
"We recommend Andrew to our party clients as a DJ and he has never failed to deliver whatever the occasion. He is extremely adept at judging to mood of the room and tailoring his set accordingly, ensuring everyone has a great night." - Keith Duddy, Sales & Marketing Director, The Sociable Beer Company
"Andrew has been DJing for us since 2012 and is the best DJ we have ever worked with. He is constantly requested and always in demand. He is completely reliable, well organised, totally professional, and his knowledge of music and mixing is excellent. He can entertain any type of audience and adapt to their tastes. He is one of life's genuine music men and you are fortunate if he is available for any of your functions." - Steve High, Upton Sunshine Festival & Mello Festival
"Big thanks for New Years Eve, you were absolutely spot on, the guests had a great night and we broke the record for most sales in a single day - couldn't have done it without you." - Eliott Lomas, General Manager, The Swan @ Broadway
"Andrew is an out and out professional who not only delivers a smooth performance behind the decks but also carries himself in such a positive and friendly manor. It’s been a pleasure to work with him and look forward to doing so many more times in the future." - Ross Powell, Founder, Discotek Events & Into The Woods Festival
Andrew Marston | Radio Presenter • Music Producer • Club DJ
Luvbug @ The Assembly Rooms
LakeFest @ Croft Farm Waterpark
Mega Spanish Party | 25 marzo 2017
Saxtys, Hereford
Mega Spanish Party | 22 octubre 2016
Mixtape @ The Assembly Rooms
Naughty But Nice @ The Venue
Rock Sin Subtítulos - Aftermovie 2015/ 2016
Velvet, Worcester
Mega Spanish 'Glow' Party | 24 septiembre 2016
