Jazzy M

Michael Schiniou, known professionally by his stage name Jazzy M, is a British DJ and record producer. He was influential in introducing house music to Britain in the 1980s, and has been described as the Godfather of UK House (a nickname given to him by fellow DJ Grooverider).

Schiniou has also released music and performed under the pseudonyms Klubzone 1, Sao Paulo, Dub Nation, Zoogie, Erotic World, J+M Connection, RipJazz, Bernard and Phillip, JZJ, and Bushbaby.

Career Schiniou began his professional interest in music after taking a weekend job in record shop Shady Deals. He has described being influenced by Prog rock, punk, P-funk, disco, jazz, latin, and R+B soul music in his teens. He has worked in, run, or owned a number of record shops over the years, including Spin Offs and Vinyl Zone. plus others such as Richie Rich.