Jyoty

Jyoty Singh (born 27 August 1990), known professionally as Jyoty, is an Indian-Dutch DJ, radio host, and creative producer based in London, United Kingdom. Renowned for her eclectic, multi-genre DJ sets, she blends styles such as baile funk, amapiano, afrobeats, dancehall, jungle, grime, garage, neo soul, R&B, and hip hop. Jyoty has gained international recognition for her performances at major venues and festivals, her long-running radio show on Rinse FM, and her advocacy for diversity in the music industry. She has been featured on the covers of prominent music publications, including Mixmag, DJ Mag, Notion Magazine, and Gauchoworld, and led the Homegrown crew at Red Bull's Culture Clash 2025 at Drumsheds. In 2025, she headlined Alexandra Palace in London with her one-night event "Jyoty’s Palace".

Early life Jyoty Singh was born on 27 August 1990 in Amsterdam, Netherlands, to Punjabi Indian parents. Raised on the west side of Amsterdam, she developed a passion for music through watching Aaliyah's "Rock The Boat" on MTV and attending concerts by Erykah Badu and Jill Scott at age 14.

Career

Early career and Rinse FM After relocating to London in 2012, Singh worked as a doorperson at influential venues, including Boiler Room, and managed guestlists for events like Night Slugs, Jaded, and Ego, immersing herself in London's club culture. Her radio show is known for its genre-spanning playlists, featuring baile funk, amapiano, afrobeats, and UK garage, and early interviews with artists like Cardi B, Greentea Peng, Princess Nokia, and Masego. In 2025, she led the Homegrown crew at Red Bull's Culture Clash at Drumsheds in London, alongside Flowdan, Lil Silva, Conducta, and Stush, representing electronic club culture in a four-round battle inspired by Jamaican sound clash traditions. Although the Spice Army, led by Spice, won the event, Jyoty's crew was praised for its unique live dubs and UK-focused electronic sounds.

Homegrown and community initiatives In 2022, Singh launched Homegrown, a series of intimate club nights with a no-phones policy and unannounced line-ups to foster authentic, inclusive club culture. She has served as a music supervisor for brands like Patta, Jacquemus, and Prada, and advises producers on emerging talent. With over 245,000 TikTok followers, her social media presence amplifies her cultural impact.

Personal life Singh identifies strongly with her Indian heritage and advocates for greater diversity in the music industry, particularly for South Asian women. She has spoken about overcoming cultural expectations and the lack of representation in the industry, aiming to create opportunities through her workshops and mentorship. She resides in London and maintains close ties to her Amsterdam roots.

Discography As of 2025, Jyoty has not released original music but is known for her curated DJ mixes and radio shows, available on platforms like SoundCloud and Rinse FM.