Ian Pooley (DE) A true legend of house music, Ian Pooley has been shaping the sound of electronic music for over three decades. Emerging from Germany’s underground in the early ’90s, Pooley developed a distinctive sound that brought together the drive of Detroit techno, the soul of Chicago house and a deep-rooted sense of groove. His releases on Force Inc. helped establish him as one of the defining producers of his generation, with a sound that would travel far beyond the underground. His connection with Daft Punk is a testament to his standing in electronic music. Pooley remixed their classic Burnin’, while the duo returned the favour with their remix of Chord Memory, a track that would go on to become a landmark in house music history. Throughout his career, Pooley has stayed true to his instincts, building a catalogue that moves effortlessly between deep, driving house and more adventurous electronic territory. His longevity speaks for itself: an artist who has continued to evolve without losing sight of what matters most — the music and the dancefloor. Three decades in, Ian Pooley remains a benchmark for house music: an original whose influence can still be felt across generations.