Since releasing his first 12-inch in 2005 Shonky has cultivated a signature sound, a style all of his own that has been part of his continuing success. He is one of the key exponents from his hometown Paris, helping to re-establish the city’s prominence on the global stage alongside his Apollonia co-dees, Dan Ghenacia and Dyed Soundorom. Shonky has traversed the globe, delivering his brand of groovy house to club and festival audiences from Miami to Moscow and everywhere in between.
A dedicated clubber since his teens, Shonky’s made his first real steps into the world of underground DJing at the infamous Batofar afterhours party in Paris. It was there he discovered a passion for the sounds of nineties San Francisco house, which was being played by resident Dan Ghenacia. The two eventually became friends, sparking a long-lasting relationship which has been the catalyst behind their Apollonia project along with fellow Parisian Dyed Soundorom. In 2008 Shonky released his debut full length album Time Zero, a 10-track LP full of hypnotic cosmic jams.
Following his debut Third Ear release, the Shonky EP in 2018, Third Ear followed up with 8 more Shonky dance floor tracks. Shonky has a signature hypnotic, hard grooving sound, characterised by punishing beats laced with detailed polyrhythms and elusive motifs. On The Run is Shonky’s second album almost 15 years after his debut album Time Zero on Freak n’Chic.
With years of knowledge and experience behind him Shonky is a master of his craft, possessing an abundance of talent both on the decks and in the studio. Infectious energy emanates from everything he touches, and his enthusiasm for music never wanes. Shonky remains one of Paris’ finest exports…
Artist: Shonky
Release: On The Run
Label: Third Ear
Format: Vinyl, Digital
Date: 25th April
Tracklist
1. Electrica
2. Hippodromo
3. Prime Time
4. Danse Macabre
5. Griefender
6. Trompe L’oeil
7. Gargamel
8. Kombattant