Fanu

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Fanu
Birth nameJanne Hatula
Born (1980-03-21) March 21, 1980 (age 43)
Helsinki, Finland
Genres Drum and bass
Occupation(s)Musician
Instrument(s) Keyboards
Years active1992–present
LabelsLightless Recordings

Fanu is the alias of music DJ, producer, and label founder Janne Hatula (born March 21, 1980). [1] Based in Helsinki, Finland, Hatula composes drum and bass and electronic music. He began producing music at the age of twelve as a hobby before issuing his first recording in 2003. Also makes hip hop as FatGyver. [2] He has collaborated with producer and composer Bill Laswell and vocalist Gigi. [3]

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References

  1. "Janne Hatula". hotsalsa.de. 2012. Archived from the original on October 20, 2014. Retrieved March 21, 2014.
  2. peterfitz64399 (September 3, 2014). "An Interview with – Fanu". bitethebelt.com. Retrieved October 20, 2014.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  3. "Fanu". Allmusic. Retrieved October 20, 2014.