Ben Gold (Producer)

Ben Gold performing during ADE 2023 at the Room Mate Aitana in Amsterdam.

Benjamin Graham Lawton (born 1994), known professionally as Ben Gold is a British trance DJ and music producer known for his energetic and melodic productions. ^[1] He has released music on labels such as Armada Music, Garuda, and his own imprint, Goldrush Records. Gold has performed at major festivals including Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Creamfields, and A State of Trance. ^{[2] [3] [4] [5]}

Early Life and Career

Born in England, Ben Gold developed an interest in music at an early age. He signed his first track to a record label at the age of 15. ^[6] Gold is the son of DJ Graham Gold, with whom he co-ran the label Relative Records in the mid-2000s. ^{[7] [8]}

Musical Career

Gold's music is characterized by uplifting melodies and club-oriented energy. In 2016, he produced the official anthem for A State of Trance 750, titled "I'm In A State Of Trance." His remix of Marcel Woods' "Cherry Blossom" gained significant attention, leading Armada Music to describe him as "The Future of Trance Music." ^[9] His single "Rest of our Lives" gained him a spot in the top101 producer list by 1001tracklists. ^{[10] [11]}

Throughout his career, Gold has collaborated with artists such as Armin van Buuren, Omnia (forming the duo FUTURECODE), Allen Watts, and Gareth Emery. He has released music under various labels, including Armada Music, Garuda, and AVA Recordings. ^[12] Ben Gold currently resides in Amsterdam, Netherlands. ^[13]

Sources

1. https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/artists-speakers/ben-gold/4014/
2. Marno, Kyle (February 26, 2025). "Interview: Ben Gold talks about his new single 'How You Feelin'".
3. "Ben Gold". Armada Music.
4. "A State of Trance Showcase - Mix 004: Ben Gold (DJ Mix) by Ben Gold on Apple Music". May 5, 2020 – via music.apple.com.
5. "A State Of Trance Reveals The First Big Wave Of Artists For Its 2025 Rotterdam Show". October 26, 2024.
6. https://www.musicconnection.com/hit-the-decks-its-ben-gold/
7. "biografie · Ben Gold · Benjamin Graham Lawton · DJ · DJ Ben Gold". partyflock.nl. April 23, 2020.
8. https://youthtimemag.com/ben-gold-being-a-dj-is-hard-work-not-a-glamorous-life/
9. Cabello, Felipe Latorre (October 18, 2024). "ASOT Rotterdam 2025 First Wave Of Artists Just Announced".
10. Di, Marco (June 6, 2022). "Ben Gold drops Ibiza-inspired Sophomore Album: 'Rest Of Our Lives'". Rave Jungle.
11. "TOP 101 PRODUCERS 2022 - 1001Tracklists". Top 101 Producers 2024 by 1001Tracklists.
12. "Ben Gold Music & Downloads on Beatport". www.beatport.com.
13. "Whatsup Reddit, I'm Ben Gold. Made in London, living in Amsterdam! I'm a DJ and a music producer. AMA!". October 4, 2019.