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Jauz
Birth nameSam Vogel
Born (1993-09-02) September 2, 1993 (age 31)
OriginMill Valley, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • DJ
  • record producer
Years active2013–present
Labels
Websitejauzofficial.com

Sam Vogel (born September 2, 1993), also known by his stage name Jauz (/dʒɔːz/ JAW-z),[2] is an American DJ and electronic dance music producer based in San Francisco.[3] He founded his own record label, Bite This, in 2017.

Early life

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Vogel grew up in Northern California.[4] He began playing guitar and producing electronic music on his computer at the age of 15.[4][5][6] He went to Icon Collective music production school.[7][8][9] He previously went to a film school in Loyola Marymount University where he joined Kappa Sigma before deciding to pursue a musical career, prompting him to enroll in Icon Collective.[7] He began releasing future house tracks before adopting the stage name Jauz.[7] His career kickstarted when fellow musician Kennedy Jones had played one of his remixes.[7] Jones also had introduced him to his manager, Moe Shalizi which helped Vogel to release music on Borgore's record label, Buygore.[7]

Career

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2013

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Before starting his professional career, he used "Escape Dubstep" as a stage name.[10] He later used 'Jauz' because he thought it was short, simple and catchy despite hating the word.[11] The name was also described by Vogel as a slang word for 'bullshit' and a liar.[11] He started his career by uploading remixes.[3] His songs caught the attention of well-known DJs such as Diplo, Skrillex and Borgore.[12]

2014

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He released the single "Feel the Volume" via Diplo's record label, Mad Decent.[12]

2015

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He collaborated with Skrillex to release the single "Squad Out!" as part of a program.[3] He also released songs on Monstercat and Spinnin' Records.[12][13] In December 2016, he collaborated with Diplo to remix MØ's song, "Final Song".[14][15]

2017

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In 2017, he released singles "Claim to Be", "The Game", "I Hold Still", "Alpha" and "Ghost".[16]

He also founded the record label Bite This on November 6, 2017.[17]

His release "Meant To Love You (ft. Rouxn)" [18] still was able to have a taste on the Billboard Charts attaining a no.19 peak on Dance Mix/Show Airplay.

2018

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2018 was projectly centered about his album effort The Wise and the Wicked with single efforts "Gassed Up (with DJ Snake)" and "Diamonds (with Kiiara)." Other notable tracks from the album that may proceed as some accountable hits include "Frequency (with Adventure Club and Kyle Pavone)," "In The Zone (ft. Example)," and "Soldier (with Krewella)."

2023

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In 2023, Jauz released his Rise Of The Wise album project, with lead single "Lights Go Out"[19] peaking at no.17 on Billboard's Dance Mix/Show Airplay, making his currently highest attained peak on the chart from the album effort and his whole career so far.

Musical style

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Vogel produces chill trap, bass house and dubstep.[3] He also incorporates heavy bass sounds similar to the styles in the 80s and 90s.[12] Vogel uses Ableton as his digital audio workstation.[10]

Discography

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Main article: Jauz discography
  • The Wise and the Wicked (2018)
  • Rise of the Wise (2023)

Singles

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  • "Rock the Party (with Ephwurd)" (2015)
  • "Deeper Love" (2015)
  • "Get Down (with Eptic)" (2016)
  • "Magic (with Marshmello)" (2016)
  • "Meant to Love You (ft. Rouxn)" (2017)
  • "Oceans & Galaxies (with Haliene)" (2021)
  • "Mercy (with Masked Wolf)" (2022)

References

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  1. ^ Andrew Claps (September 18, 2016). "JAUZ Breaks Out Of Bass House, Debuts Unexpected New Remix At Ultra [MUST LISTEN]". Your EDM. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  2. ^ Griesman, Michelle (June 11, 2015). "Interview: Jauz On The Key To Success". CraveOnline. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  3. ^ a b c d Simpson, Paul. "Jauz – Biography". Billboard. Rovi. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  4. ^ a b Chesler, Josh (September 14, 2015). "Jauz Says His New Buddies Diplo and Skrillex Are "Just Normal Guys"". L.A. Weekly. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  5. ^ Bein, Kat (July 28, 2016). "Why Star EDM DJ Jauz Is 'Beginning to Be Afraid'". Redbull. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  6. ^ "Jauz Bio | Jauz Career". MTV Artists. Archived from the original on September 12, 2015. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  7. ^ a b c d e Hankins, Molly (April 2, 2015). "Jauz Talks Overcoming Creative Frustration, Working w/ Heroes, and His Rapid Ascent To Icon Status". Nest HQ. Archived from the original on September 25, 2018. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  8. ^ "Jauz Information". The DJ List. Archived from the original on December 24, 2016. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  9. ^ Cha, Daniel (September 14, 2015). "Jauz Reveals What It's Like Working With EDM Superstars Like Skrillex & Diplo". Your EDM. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  10. ^ a b Chipman, Evan (December 12, 2015). "Jauz Takes A Bite Out of Dance Music And Holds Nothing Back". www.magneticmag.com. Magnetic Magazine. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  11. ^ a b McCarthy, Will (August 11, 2016). "'Off the Deep End': Jauz discusses his roots, success, and future plans". www.dancingastronaut.com. Dancing Astronaut. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  12. ^ a b c d Simpson, Paul. "Jauz | Biography & History". AllMusic. Rovi. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  13. ^ Sundius, Michael (December 16, 2016). "Jauz Announces Off The Deep End Series for 2017: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  14. ^ Jones, Connor (December 6, 2016). "Diplo And Jauz Team Up To Remix MØ's "Final Song"". We Got This Covered. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  15. ^ Sirota, Rebecca (December 8, 2016). "MØ "Final Song" is Remixed by Jauz & Diplo | The Nocturnal Times". www.thenocturnaltimes.com. The Nocturnal Times. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
  16. ^ McCloskey, Jacob (March 20, 2017). "JAUZ Drops Fire New Single "The Game"". Noiseporn. Archived from the original on April 19, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
  17. ^ Rishty, David (November 6, 2017). "Jauz Launches Bite This Label, Announces New Compilation 'Off The Deep End Vol. 1'". Billboard. Retrieved February 8, 2018.
  18. ^ "Jauz | Biography, Music & News". Billboard.
  19. ^ "Jauz | Biography, Music & News". Billboard.
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