DJ Feel (real name: Philipp Belikov) is a Russian DJ and producer, one of the leading figures of the Moscow and Russian club scene in the genres of trance and electronic dance music.
He gained fame as a regular entrant of the DJ Mag Top 100 chart and as the founder of the large-scale festival and radio show Trancemission.
Early Years and Career Start
Philipp Belikov was born on December 30, 1980.
From a young age, DJ Feel was passionate about electronic music, synthesizers, and DJ culture. Around the early 2000s, he began performing under the name “Feel,” recording his first tracks and remixes that combined energetic trance rhythms with melodic elements.
Gradually, he made his way into the Russian club scene — performing at parties, participating in radio and dance projects — and his name became synonymous with the trance movement in Russian electronic music.
Rise to Fame and Achievements
DJ Feel became widely known through his project Trancemission — a festival, event, and radio show dedicated to trance and electronic music. He hosted the Trancemission show on Radio Record for over a decade, delivering powerful sets, inviting international trance stars, and building a dedicated fanbase.
In 2012, he entered the prestigious DJ Mag Top 100 DJs ranking, reaching #56, marking an important milestone for Russian trance on the global stage. In previous years (2008, 2009, 2010), he also appeared in the chart, confirming his international recognition.
He has shared stages and collaborations with global icons like Tiësto and Paul van Dyk, even performing on Red Square in Moscow — one of the rare Russian trance DJs to achieve such prominence.
His album The Concert blended orchestral arrangements with modern electronic production, showcasing his versatility.
DJ Feel has also produced remixes for Paul Oakenfold, Aly & Fila, Marcel Woods, and others, collaborating with international artists and solidifying his status within the trance community.
He was also the official DJ for the MTV Russia Movie Awards ceremony, and one of his tracks was featured in the soundtrack of the Russian blockbuster “Shadowboxing”.
Musical Style and Sound
DJ Feel’s sound is rooted in classic trance with melodic and progressive influences. His music features:
- powerful drum and bass lines with uplifting buildups before the drops;
- melodic arpeggios, vocal parts, and evolving synth layers;
- a balance between club drive and emotional depth — making his tracks suitable both for dancefloors and radio.
He often collaborates with vocalists, remixers, and other trance artists to diversify his sound and explore new sonic textures.
Legacy and Impact
DJ Feel is considered one of the pioneers of Russian trance.
He played a crucial role in bringing trance into the mainstream Russian club culture, transforming it from an underground movement into a recognized part of the national electronic scene.
Through his radio shows, festivals, and albums, he became the “voice” of Russian trance.
Many young DJs and producers cite him as an inspiration — a proof that it’s possible to build a successful electronic music career within Russia and gain international acclaim.
