Name: Misja Helsloot
Country: Netherlands
Genres: Trance, Progressive Trance
Years Active: 1998 – present
Occupation: DJ, Producer, Label Owner
Label Affiliations: In Trance We Trust, C4, Gesture Music, Black Hole Recordings, Armada Music
Born on January 21, 1973, in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Misja Helsloot began his journey into trance music at the age of 19 in 1992, organizing parties and developing his DJ skills. In 1998, he gained prominence by mixing the inaugural “In Trance We Trust 001” compilation under Tiësto’s guidance, leading to widespread recognition in the Netherlands, Israel, and Norway.
That same year, Misja founded his own sublabel, C4, releasing “The Creation – Day One.” In August 2001, he co-founded Gesture Music with Roland K and Maarten van Oosten, debuting with the track “First Second,” which received support from top DJs like Paul van Dyk. Misja\’s performances at major festivals, including Dance Valley and Trance Energy, solidified his status in the trance community.
In 2009, he released his debut album, “All Inclusive,” featuring collaborations with artists such as Signum, Sied van Riel, and Leon Bolier. In 2022, Misja partnered with Michael de Kooker to form Hel:sløwed, a project that blends progressive and trance elements, releasing music on labels like A State of Trance, Flashover Recordings, and Spinnin\’ Records.
Helsloot\’s enduring contributions to the trance genre, marked by his innovative productions and dynamic performances, have firmly established him as a significant figure in the electronic dance music scene.