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WILLIAM FOREST

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Biography
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William Forest is a French DJ, producer, radio producer, and musician based in Rouen, France. Active in the electronic music scene for many years, he is known for his versatile productions in melodic techno, deep house, progressive house, and especially creative mashups, as well as his long-standing involvement in radio and online broadcasting.

Career & background

William Forest has a rich history in radio production, having contributed mixes and shows on platforms like Radio FG (with notable continuous DJ mixes such as the Enormous Tunes series in 2014), ONE WORLD RADIO (associated with Tomorrowland), and Radio Vallée de Seine (RVS). His work bridges classic house vibes with modern electronic sounds, often featuring sunny, groovy, and uplifting tracks.

He began focusing on production around 2015, releasing originals, remixes, and collaborations on labels like Manual Music, Particles, Stellar Fountain, and others.

Productions & collaborations

Notable tracks include:

  • Trizee (and remixes by Sam Scheme, Andrew Case)
  • Odd Shaped Eyes (with Max Cue)
  • Obscured By Fog
  • Blighted Shade (with Namatjira Remix)
  • Valley Up

He is also highly active in the mashup world, frequently collaborating with DJ Shark on fun, creative bootlegs featuring artists like Jeff Beck, Lauryn Hill, Madeon, House of Pain, and more. Among his recent mashups with soul influences, his standout work includes "Say No Go" (William Forest Mash-up) - De La Soul VS. Glacier, blending the iconic De La Soul acapella with instrumental elements from Glacier and additional loops for a fresh, soulful nu-disco vibe. This mashup highlights his love for classic soul/hip-hop samples reworked into groovy electronic contexts, and it's available on his SoundCloud for free streaming.

These mashups are shared regularly on his platforms, showcasing his talent for blending old-school soul with contemporary production flair.

Media presence & activities

William Forest maintains a strong online presence:

  • SoundCloud (soundcloud.com/william-forest): Main hub for originals, mashups (including the soul-infused ones), mixes, and podcasts (e.g., Forest Radio Show series)
  • Facebook (William Forest page): Updates on releases, radio features, and mashup shares
  • Bandcamp, Twitch, and Instagram for additional content and live streams

He continues to produce, share mixes (including fresh soul-sampled mashups), and engage with fans actively in 2026, with a loyal following appreciating his melodic sound and inventive, fun collaborations.

Quote often linked to his vibe: « Music that makes you feel good — from the heart of the dancefloor. »

A dedicated artist in the French electronic scene, William Forest brings emotional depth, groovy productions, and soulful mashup creativity to the global dancefloor — still evolving with passion from Rouen.

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