Real Name: Maurits Jan Westveen
Date of Birth: 1996
Place of Birth: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Genres: Tech House, House, Melodic Techno, Progressive House
Active Years: 2015 — present
Aliases: Mau P, Maurice West
Labels: Afterlife, Defected, Black Book Records, Insomniac Records, Repopulate Mars
Early Life and Musical Background
Maurits Jan Westveen was born into a musical family in Amsterdam. His father is a well-known music producer and composer, and Maurits himself started playing piano and drums from an early age. His early exposure to electronic music sparked a passion for DJing and production. As a teenager, he mastered studio work and began creating his own tracks.
The first stage of his career unfolded under the name Maurice West. He signed with W&W’s Mainstage Music and Revealed Recordings (Hardwell), producing powerful big room and progressive house tracks supported by Tiësto, Armin van Buuren, and Martin Garrix. However, in 2022, the artist made a bold decision to reinvent himself under a new alias — Mau P.
The Birth of Mau P
The alias Mau P symbolized a new direction — deeper, darker, and closer to the underground. His debut track, "Drugs From Amsterdam" (2022), became a global sensation. Blending tech house rhythms, urban samples, and signature Dutch energy, the track shot up the Beatport and Billboard Dance/Electronic charts and went viral on TikTok.
The track amassed over 200 million streams on Spotify, reached #1 on Beatport, and became one of the most played tracks at Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, and Ultra Music Festival. “Drugs From Amsterdam” became the anthem of the new tech house wave.
Breakthrough and Hit Releases
Following his debut, Mau P released a string of successful tracks:
- "Metro" (2023) — inspired by underground rave culture, supported by John Summit, Fisher, and Dom Dolla.
- "Your Mind Is Dirty" (2023) — one of Ibiza’s hottest tracks of 2023, reaching the Beatport Top 10.
- "Beats For The Underground" (2024, Defected Records)
- "Beats From The Basement" (2024, Black Book Records)
- "Get Loose" (2025, Afterlife) — Mau P’s first melodic techno release.
His tracks are regularly featured in the sets of Fisher, Dom Dolla, Solomun, Vintage Culture, Tale of Us, and Jamie Jones.
Musical Style
Mau P’s sound is a fusion of tech house, house, and melodic textures. He skillfully balances between festival energy and underground grooves. His tracks are recognizable by signature basslines, urban samples, and rhythmic precision. With classical music training, Mau P brings harmony and structure to dance music, achieving a truly "live" sound.
Performances and Festivals
Mau P is one of the most in-demand artists on the global stage, performing at leading festivals and top clubs worldwide:
- Tomorrowland (Belgium)
- Ultra Music Festival (Miami)
- EDC Las Vegas
- Amsterdam Dance Event
- Coachella (debuted in 2024)
- Hï Ibiza (residency 2023–2025)
- Circoloco @ DC10
In 2024, he embarked on his first world tour, "From Amsterdam With Love", performing across the USA, Australia, Japan, and South America.
Collaborations and Remixes
Mau P actively collaborates with top-tier artists and labels. Notable remixes and collaborations include:
- Fisher — "Take It Off (Mau P Remix)" (2023)
- John Summit — "Fade Out" (2024)
- Dom Dolla — "Saving Up (Mau P Edit)"
- Vintage Culture — "Nothing But Love (Mau P Remix)"
- Tale of Us — "Unity" (Mau P Afterlife Edit, 2025)
His productions are championed by world-class DJs, with each release featured on Spotify, Apple Music, and DJ Mag playlists.
Achievements
- Beatport #1 Artist (2023) — Tech House Chart
- DJ Mag Top 100 DJs: debuted in 2024 (#76), ranked #77 in 2025
- Over 500 million streams across platforms
- “Drugs From Amsterdam” — Platinum in the Netherlands, Germany, and the USA
- Resident DJ at Hï Ibiza and ELROW (2023–2025)
Influence and Philosophy
Mau P represents a new generation of Dutch DJs blending underground aesthetics with mainstage presence. His music bridges the gap between EDM, tech house, and house, bringing together diverse audiences.
In his own words: “I want people to feel the energy of Amsterdam, where the streets, clubs, and culture all move to the same beat.”
Recent Work
In 2025, Mau P continues to collaborate with Defected and Afterlife while preparing his debut album, merging urban tech house with melodic techno. Beyond touring, he supports Amsterdam-based charities and music education programs for young DJs.
Legacy
Mau P is the new face of European tech house — an artist who successfully reinvented himself and rose to global fame. His journey inspires aspiring producers, while his tracks dominate the world’s top dance floors. With creativity, musicality, and charisma, Mau P stands as one of the leading figures in modern electronic music.
