Nate Laurence is the triple threat: veteran DJ, producer, and event-coordinator. All roles combine to create one of the freshest talents in the new-school underground house music scene today. An undying disciple of the electronic scene since the mid-90's, Nate has been holding down parties throughout many life stages. Even while obtaining a Master's degree in Youth Development & Social Justice Education from the University of Minnesota, Nate never turned his back on the music. This old-school raver, once known as DJ Unity -- a patron of former troupes such as Unik Communications and JVC (Jungle Vibe Collective) -- still shows support to his fellow Minneapolisian DJ's by attending "church" as often as possible, dancing up a storm in front of the loudest speaker.

A DJ first: with immensely contagious energy behind the decks -- layered with dexterous turntablism -- Nate has got clubs bouncing worldwide as he impresses even the most cynical critics one at a time, leaving "wows" in his wake. In 2009, Nate fulfilled an enduring aspiration -- a true privilege -- by becoming a new resident DJ at the legendary First Avenue Nightclub in Minneapolis, opened by Prince in 1970 and forever known as an iconic location for dance music worldwide.

Production that wows: after living in his second home of Cape Town, South Africa, Nate focused on music production. Since then, his resume has grown at a reputable pace. A career that developed over the course of two decades -- largely behind the scenes -- has now become impossible to ignore. In 2007, Nate released his first solo EP on Funkfield Recordings -- proving his aptitude as a gifted producer -- and began work with Chicago-based beatmaker Scrubfish (Scott Kammer). Since the dawn of their relationship, Nate and Scrubfish have begun a journey to the top. Their first release on the infamous Control Recordings peaked "Sleepless Cold Nights" to the number 2 spot on the Stompy.com Top100 and they held one of the best jackin tracks of 2008 as voted by Traxsource. Each new release has outshined subsequent releases; every track to date has reached Top100 lists worldwide while getting play from many of the world's finest DJs.

Since 2006, Nate has built an international following and an exhaustible production/dj schedule that continues to reach one DJ, one fan, and one reputable label at a time.

Event-coordinator: in 2007, Nate rounded out the triple threat and joined forces with Minneapolis staples DJs Spur and Jeff Kash to create Sol Funké (renamed "HotDish" after partnering with DJ J. Matthews and leaving Sol Funké in late 2008). "HotDish" (www.hotdishmpls.com) is both a collaborative of DJs and an event crew that has become a prominent name in the Twin Cities - stirring an uproar long awaited by the party people of the frozen north. Nate is a man dedicated to the ethos of dance music - that unity we have all felt on the dance floor. To capture this meaning and make it touchable in the real world is Nate's goal. Keep your eyes open for this talented and very different househead - who continues to give his all to keep our music fresh and far-reaching.

IN HIS OWN WORDS: I'm a complex person and have found my calling. I am 100% dedicated to music in its many forms and 100% committed to the fight for social justice as an international activist and educator. I am blessed by my father who recently passed; three sisters (Molly in San Diego, Courtney in Brooklyn NY, Kara here in Minne-snow-ta); my closest friends including Sami, Jones, and Shotty B; my wonderful lab pup "Dio;" my extended South African family; drum circles; laughter; large hazelnut lattes; activists; musicians; artists; punk rock and hip-hop; freedom fighters; graf writers; experiences that have humbled me; thunderstorms; vinyl; and, travel.