DJ PIERR, born Nathaniel Pierre Jones in Chicago, is a pioneering force in electronic dance music, particularly renowned for his influential role in the development of the acid house genre. Emerging in the mid-1980s, DJ PIERR was a founding member of the seminal group Phuture, whose groundbreaking 1987 track “Acid Tracks” is widely credited as the first acid house record, sparking a global movement that transformed nightclubs and dance music culture. Throughout his expansive career, DJ PIERR has become known for his innovative use of the Roland TB-303 bass synthesizer, which shaped the squelchy, hypnotic sound that remains synonymous with acid house.

As both a DJ and a producer, he has consistently pushed musical boundaries, collaborating with leading labels such as Trax Records, Strictly Rhythm, and his own Afro Acid imprint. His prolific production and remix work spans house, techno, and beyond, featuring seminal tracks like “Box Energy,” “Let the Music Take You,” and “Fantasy Girl.” Respected as a musical visionary, DJ PIERR has maintained a vibrant international touring schedule, playing everywhere from legendary underground clubs to major festivals.

His enduring influence is celebrated by generations of artists and fans, and he continues to serve as both an innovator and ambassador for the evolution of dance music, nurturing new talent and keeping the spirit of acid house alive in the global electronic scene.