Pascal & Pearce
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Biografía
- Pascal & Pearce is a DJ/Production duo based in Cape Town, South Africa. Officially formed in 2008, their style ranges from Deep House to Dubstep, and everything in between.After a chance meeting in 2007, South African born Pascal Ellinas and Dave Pearce began the long winding road that is now the stellar and versatile Production/DJ duo of Pascal & Pearce. Pascal & Pearce are known for their ability to play at any venue, be it large scale festivals or intimate poolside events. Their sets have been described as progressive, driving, funky, melodic and energetic. Both Dave and Pascal have very diverse backgrounds in music, which combined with their love for the industry provides an abundance of energy which is both seen and felt by the crowd. Having performed at many clubs and festivals across Southern Africa, Pascal & Pearce have also performed in London, Doha, Zanzibar, and Mauritius, with their sights set on more tours abroad. Pascal & Pearce’s musical contributions have been well recognized in South Africa, and they have been nominated for 3 SAMAs (South African Music Awards) in the best dance album and best remix categories in 2012 and 2013. They have released 5 albums through South African record label Just Music. 'Passport', a double disc album, was released in September 2011. 'Passport 2.0' was released in February 2012, and between the two albums 4 singles reached Top 10 status on the local Top 40, with 3 of those singles entering the Top 5, and one of them peaking at number 1. In may 2012, Pascal & Pearce signed a record deal with international giants Spinnin Records, based in the Netherlands, for their single Disco Sun featuring Jules Harding from GoodLuck. The EP was released in July 2012, and features remixes by Beatport 2012 Remixer of the year David Jones, Starkillers, Treasure Fingers, Dubvision and Kyle Watson. Later in 2012 Pascal & Pearce released a Headliners compilation through the legendary Ministry Of Sound label. 'One Night Only', their next studio album, was released in October 2013. Their first single ‘Desperado’, featuring LCNVL went to number 1 on national radio, and charted in the Top 10 of the most played/purchased songs in South Africa of 2013. ‘Desperado’ was also a number 1 on the local MTV Dance Chart. The album was number 1 on the iTunes Dance Chart and peaked at number 7 on the overall South African chart. They have also had their music featured on over 20 compilation discs, including multiple Ministry Of Sound albums. The duo have also held a weekly prime time residency mix on one of South Africa's top national radio stations, 5FM since March 2015. In September 2016, Pascal & Pearce signed a licensing deal with major record label Universal Music Group SA, signalling a new era for the duo. Pascal & Pearce have performed alongside international DJ's Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Tiesto, Avicii, Afrojack, DJ Snake, Swedish House Mafia, Axwell ^ Ingrosso, Martin Garrix, Showtek, Oliver Heldens, KSHMR, Robin Schulz, Above & Beyond, Krewella, Chuckie, GLOWINTHEDARK, Alesso, Cosmic Gate, Steve Aoki, Dash Berlin, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, DVBBS, Nicky Romero, Blasterjaxx, W&W, Madeon, Danny Avilla, Andrew Rayel, Michael Calfan, Tube & Berger, Paul van Dyk, Diplo, Paul Oakenfold, D-nox, Gareth Emery, Dannic, Sebastien Leger, Bass Kleph, Calvertron, Felix Cartel, Roger Sanchez, Danny Marquez, Galeb, New ID, Nervo, Protoculture and Goldfish.̸After a chance meeting in 2007, South African born Pascal Ellinas and Dave Pearce began the long winding road that is now the stellar and versatile Production/DJ duo of Pascal & Pearce. Pascal & Pearce are known for their ability to play at any venue, be it large scale festivals or intimate poolside events. Their sets have been described as progressive, driving, funky, melodic and energetic. In may 2012, Pascal & Pearce signed a record deal with international giants Spinnin Records, based in the Netherlands, for their single Disco Sun featuring Jules Harding from GoodLuck. The EP was released in July 2012, and features remixes by Beatport 2012 Remixer of the year David Jones, Starkillers, Treasure Fingers, Dubvision and Kyle Watson. Later in 2012 Pascal & Pearce released a Headliners compilation through the legendary Ministry Of Sound label. Pascal & Pearce have performed alongside international DJ's Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Tiesto, Avicii, Afrojack, DJ Snake, Swedish House Mafia, Axwell ^ Ingrosso, Martin Garrix, Showtek, Oliver Heldens, KSHMR, Robin Schulz, Above & Beyond, Krewella, Chuckie, GLOWINTHEDARK, Alesso, Cosmic Gate, Steve Aoki, Dash Berlin, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, DVBBS, Nicky Romero, Blasterjaxx, W&W, Madeon, Danny Avilla, Andrew Rayel, Michael Calfan, Tube & Berger, Paul van Dyk, Diplo, Paul Oakenfold, D-nox, Gareth Emery, Dannic, Sebastien Leger, Bass Kleph, Calvertron, Felix Cartel, Roger Sanchez, Danny Marquez, Galeb, New ID, Nervo, Protoculture and Goldfish.
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