Chris Stussy — Dutch DJ, producer, and one of the brightest representatives of the modern house, deep house, and minimal groove scenes. His name has become synonymous with warm analog sound, jazzy harmonies, deep grooves, and a refined club atmosphere. Stussy is an artist who has successfully bridged the gap between the vintage house of the 90s and the contemporary European sound, becoming a symbol of the new wave of soulful house producers. His status was confirmed by debuting at #81 in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs 2025 ranking.
Thanks to his production mastery and exceptional sense of rhythm, Chris Stussy has earned a special place in the global house community and has become one of the most in-demand artists at festivals such as Circoloco, Defected, Solid Grooves, and Paradise.
Early Years and Career Development
Chris Stussy was born in the Netherlands and showed an interest in music from an early age. He was inspired by funk, jazz, soul, and early house — the genres that shaped the 90s generation of producers. In his youth, he began DJing, performing at local parties and club shows, and soon started producing his own tracks, combining elements of deep house, garage, and minimal.
His early releases gained attention in his home country, but real success came with a series of vinyl EPs where Stussy blended old-school house with a modern groove-driven approach.
Breakthrough and International Recognition
His major breakthrough came in 2016 with the release of “Evening Drive”, which climbed Beatport’s charts and became Stussy’s signature track. This was followed by hits like “Take a Leap”, “Monday 8AM”, and “About Us”, solidifying his reputation as an artist with a unique sense of groove.
Stussy became a resident of labels such as PIV Records, Eastenderz, Up The Stuss, and Heist. His name increasingly appeared in the lineups of the world’s most respected clubs and festivals — from Fabric London to DC10 Ibiza, and from Defected Croatia to Awakenings.
In the 2020s, he founded his own label, Up The Stuss, releasing both his own music and tracks by emerging artists who share his deep house aesthetic and vision.
Discography (Selected)
- Evening Drive (2016)
- Take a Leap (2018)
- Monday 8AM (2019)
- Get Together (2020)
- All Night Long (2021)
- At the Core (album, 2023)
- Blueprints (EP, 2024)
His tracks have been released on highly respected imprints such as PIV Records, Eastenderz, Up The Stuss, Locus, Heist, House Puff, and Robsoul. Each release showcases Stussy’s signature sound — a perfect balance of musicality, minimalism, and hypnotic rhythm.
Musical Style
Chris Stussy’s style is deep & groovy house, filled with the warmth of analog instruments, deep basslines, and jazzy chords. His productions incorporate elements of garage house, UK deep, minimal tech, and funk. He pays great attention to texture and spatial dynamics, creating tracks that sound equally perfect during morning afterparties and on sunset terraces.
Key Features:
- Warm analog sound
- Jazz and soul samples
- Spacious pads and live percussion
- Melodic grooves focused on bass and swing
- Clean mix and minimalist arrangement
Stussy’s music exemplifies a perfect balance between emotion and functionality, sophistication and dancefloor energy.
Festivals and Residencies
- Defected Croatia
- Solid Grooves @ DC10 (Ibiza)
- Awakenings (Netherlands)
- Sonus Festival (Croatia)
- Circoloco (DC10, Ibiza)
- Fabric London
- We Are FSTVL (UK)
Chris Stussy regularly tours across the globe, performing in iconic clubs throughout Europe, South America, and Australia, while staying true to his underground roots.
Achievements
- Over 150 million streams across digital platforms
- Founder of Up The Stuss label
- Headliner at Defected, Solid Grooves, Awakenings
- One of Europe’s most in-demand deep house artists
- Supported by Enzo Siragusa, Apollonia, Michael Bibi, Jamie Jones
- Ranked #81 in DJ Mag Top 100 DJs 2025
Interesting Facts
- Stussy often performs live sets that include jamming and live instruments.
- His label Up The Stuss has become a platform for a new wave of groove house producers.
- Chris is passionate about architecture and often says he “builds tracks like buildings” — with attention to form and space.
- He actively promotes the Dutch house scene, representing it on global stages.
- Stussy uses a hybrid setup combining analog synths, drum machines, and Ableton Live.
Legacy
Chris Stussy is one of the key architects of modern groovy house. He embodies a return to musicality, warmth, and authentic club culture. His productions inspire a new generation of producers, while his live sets transform dancefloors into living, breathing spaces of groove and soul. Stussy remains true to the roots of house, evolving the genre and raising the bar for quality across the scene.
