ABOUT
JOHNNY FIASCO
(Defected / MN2S / Om Records / Klassik Fiasco) - Chicago
Over the past thirty years, Juan Lopez aka Johnny Fiasco has become a legend and recognized as a true pioneer of Chicago's house scene. This impressive producer and remixer has logged over 2 million miles spinning at clubs and special events globally, from Tokyo to Istanbul, including every major city in US. His remarkable sound can gracefully combine soulful electronic sounds, tech vibes, fundamental house, disco, and pure funk. Growing up on Chicago's South side, Fiasco’s beginnings can be found at the famous club Shelter. He began pushing the boundaries as one of the pioneers of house music at Smartbar, Lizard Lounge and the infamous Club Naked.
Fiasco has earned the respect as one of electronic music's veteran producers and remixers landing work with labels such as Sony, Jive, Epic, Warner Bros, and indies such as Defected, Om Records, and Universal UK. His vast catalog includes work with artists such as Kaskade, Rihanna, Donna Blakely, Bob Sinclair, DJ Sneak and many more. Billboard® credits Johnny Fiasco’s Samantha James "Rise" (Om Records) #1 dance-chart position, and a Billboard® #1 rework of Justin Timberlake's smash single "Cry Me A River" (Jive) Without a doubt a Fiasco record can always be found in the hands of DJs worldwide.
Johnny also writes music for film and TV. He has licensed music to Amazon’s Sneaky Pete Trailer, VICE, HP, Microsoft, GILT, MTV, Monster Energy, Budweiser, Ubisoft’s Watch Dogs and many more.
QUOTES
“A true legend that has helped define the 'Chicago Sound' over the last two decades, respect.”
— KASKADE
“Johnny has always inspired me. His sound is always rock solid and he understands the music on a very deep level. He has a slammin', modern approach, to everything he touches.”
— CHUCK LOVE
“Johnny has been rocking the spot for me ever since I discovered his ‘Conduction’ track. A seriously accomplished producer and DJ who is taking Chicago house to the next level.”
— JIMPSTER
“Johnny Fiasco is a living legend."”
— MASTIKSOUL
