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Kidnap Kid

b. 1991

British musician

Record producer Disc jockey Composer
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About Kidnap Kid

Born 1991. Kidnap Kid is a British record producer, disc jockey and composer.

Matthew 'Matt' Rupert Lancaster Relton, known professionally as Kidnap, formerly known as Kidnap Kid, is an English electronic dance music record producer and DJ from Sheffield, South Yorkshire. He was awarded iTunes US's 'Best Electronic Song of 2012' for his track "Vehl". Relton was educated at Silverdale School in Sheffield before completing a degree in politics and crime at the University of Leeds.

Since early 2016, Relton has been releasing music through his own record label 'Birds That Fly'.

In 2017, Relton was nominated at the Electronic Music Awards for Record of the Year for "ABA" with Lane 8. He also performed at the 2017 Electronic Music Awards show.

In 2017, he changed his artist name from Kidnap Kid to Kidnap.

Discography Studio albums Grow (2019), Armada Music Extended plays The Great Confusion (2011), Squelch and Clap The Apocalypse of John (2011), Squelch and Clap Alphaville (2012), Black Butter Records Moments (2016), Birds That Fly Singles

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Important facts

Born
22 February 1991, Sheffield
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Record producer, disc jockey, composer
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
University of Leeds, Silverdale School

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Kidnap Kid?

British musician

When was Kidnap Kid born?

Kidnap Kid was born on 22 February 1991 in Sheffield.

What is Kidnap Kid's occupation?

Kidnap Kid is a record producer, disc jockey and composer.

What nationality is Kidnap Kid?

Kidnap Kid is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kidnap Kid

· Wikidata: Q16233925

· DBpedia: Kidnap Kid

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