Patrick Topping is a British DJ, producer, and founder of the TRICK label — one of the brightest figures in today’s tech house and underground scenes. He’s renowned for his powerful live performances, distinctive basslines, and high-energy sets that blend groove, acid, and drive. Patrick Topping has managed to combine underground aesthetics with festival energy, becoming the face of a new wave of British house music.
Early Life and Career
Patrick was born in Newcastle, UK, and developed a passion for club culture from an early age. In the early 2010s, he joined the legendary Hot Creations collective founded by Jamie Jones and Lee Foss. There, he took his first steps as a producer, absorbing the spirit of the Ibiza and London house scenes.
In 2013, his debut release “Walk On” immediately gained attention, supported by Pete Tong and Annie Mac on BBC Radio 1. The following year, his single “Get Beasty” became a festival anthem, cementing his reputation as one of the UK’s rising DJ stars.
Breakthrough and TRICK Records
In 2019, Patrick Topping founded his own label, TRICK, to release fresh, experimental house music. The label became a platform for emerging producers and home to artists like Ewan McVicar, Meg Ward, Ellis Moss, and Hannah Laing. TRICK quickly earned industry respect and became synonymous with the “new British groove.”
Patrick’s tracks regularly top the Beatport charts and are played at major festivals worldwide — from Tomorrowland and Creamfields to Awakenings and Elrow.
Selected Discography
- “Get Beasty” (2013)
- “Forget” (2014)
- “Voicemail” (with Green Velvet) (2015)
- “Taking Libz” (2016)
- “Turbo Time” (2019)
- “New Reality” (2020)
- “Everybody” (with Shadow Child) (2021)
- “You’re Welcome” (2022)
- “Make You Happy” (2023)
- “Whisper” (2024)
Style and Sound
Patrick Topping is a true groove master. His sound blends tech house, acid house, and electro with powerful low-end pressure. Each track delivers a vibrant club drive filled with funk bass, hypnotic synths, and minimal vocal hooks.
Signature Elements:
- Acid-inspired basslines and analog synths;
- Warm, punchy percussion grooves;
- Playful and energetic vocal samples;
- A perfect balance between underground and mainstream.
Scene and Festivals
Patrick Topping is a resident of the legendary Elrow and Defected events. He has performed at iconic venues such as DC-10 (Ibiza), Printworks (London), Amnesia, Ushuaïa, and Fabric. In 2022, he headlined the Tomorrowland stage and received the title of “Best Tech House DJ” at the DJ Awards Ibiza.
Achievements
- Winner of DJ Awards Ibiza — “Best Tech House DJ”;
- Over 100 million Spotify streams;
- TRICK recognized as one of Europe’s most influential labels;
- Frequent guest on BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix;
- Supported by Carl Cox, Jamie Jones, Green Velvet, and Adam Beyer.
Fun Facts
- Patrick Topping began his career DJing in Newcastle clubs, often playing unpaid night sets.
- His track “Voicemail” with Green Velvet became one of the most iconic techno collaborations of the decade.
- Patrick mixes his own releases in an analog studio to preserve an authentic, “live” sound.
- The label’s name, TRICK, was inspired by an old rave saying: “One more trick before sunrise.”
- He actively mentors young producers through free workshops and production masterclasses.
Legacy
Patrick Topping is one of the most forward-thinking artists in modern house music. He has revived the spirit of the 90s while infusing it with innovation and the style of a new generation. His music unites people on the dance floor, and TRICK has become a symbol of freedom, creativity, and pure energy in electronic culture.
