[Sunset Sound System]

Galen, one of the great living pillars of West Coast dance music, San Francisco’s own true hero and legend. His creation and shared evolution of Sunset Sound System has quite literally catapulted a localized scene into the global sphere. It has magnetically attracted the world’s top DJs & producers to the west, playing for the Sunset annuals, boat parties, and Campout Festival. These events are notorious for establishing and holding the gold standard in sound and production, fixing a rooted and veritable pride that is immediately palpable. As a preeminent organizer, GALEN is the force that brings the experience into crystallized perfection.

Within this historic landscape, his dedication to the craft of DJing has not wavered. By playing his extensive vinyl collection at renegade and warehouse parties of the 90s and 2000s, GALEN honed his proficiency - ranging from deep acid house to rare disco in a fluid signature sound, known for assertive mixing techniques inspired by each discerning dancefloor. His rich and precise taste has also translated into his studio productions, with tracks released on labels across the globe. His latest 3-track Magic Bus EP on the WhatToDo label has been received with worldwide acclaim.

When this veritable stalwart is not firmly holding court in his native San Francisco, you can find him touring Europe’s music festivals in summer and rocking pivotal events in North America; having just headlined Lightning in a Bottle Festival and continuing to curate boat parties at Love International festival in Croatia.