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Freq Nasty

b. 1969

American DJ, musician, and producer

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About Freq Nasty

Born 1969. Freq Nasty is an American disc jockey, record producer and composer.

Darin Alexander McFadyen, better known by his stage name FreQ Nasty (born 15 December 1969), is a DJ and producer of breakbeat electronic music, currently based in Los Angeles, California, United States. Born in Fiji and raised in New Zealand, McFadyen's artistic career has taken him across the world, first as a resident in London's Fabric nightclub, He currently resides in the United States, where he has become a fixture amongst North American art and music festivals, most notably Burning Man.

Background Born in Fiji, McFadyen spent his childhood in New Zealand, He credits his parents for his introduction to many different genres, most notably blues, jazz, and Polynesian styles of music. He also acknowledges to being an ardent fan of the Beatles during his adolescence.

Discography Albums Freq's, Geeks & Mutilations (1999), Botchit & Scarper Records in support of their "March to Tibet" action campaign.) Dread at the Controls (2011), Muti Music Warm Dark Place (Eyes on the Prize) (2011) Low FreQuency Pureland (2011), FreQ Nasty Recordings Bon Merde (2012), High Chai Dread at the Controls Remixed (2012), Muti Music

DJ mixes Y4K: Next Level Breaks (2002), Distinctive Breaks Records Breakspoll Presents: Vol.2 (2006), Super Charged Fabric Live 42 (2008), Fabric

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Born
1969
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Also known as
Darin McFayden

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Freq Nasty?

American DJ, musician, and producer

When was Freq Nasty born?

Freq Nasty was born in 1969.

What is Freq Nasty's occupation?

Freq Nasty is a disc jockey, record producer and composer.

What nationality is Freq Nasty?

Freq Nasty is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Freq Nasty

· Wikidata: Q5502833

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