Fish56Octagon (born 1979 or 1980) is a British electronic dance music disc jockey and marketing professional who has gained a social media following due to his videos exhibiting his enthusiasm for dance music, typically while wearing a dressing gown. Since gaining popularity he has played live sets at several notable events including Creamfields, Boomtown and Glastonbury Festival.[1][2][3]
Fish56Octagon | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | 1979 or 1980 (age 44–45)[1] |
| Origin | London[1] |
| Genres | Electronic dance music |
| Occupation(s) | Disc Jockey, Marketer |
| Instrument | turntable |
TikTok information | |
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| Followers | 426,500 |
| Likes | 16.8 million |
Instagram information | |
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| Followers | 618,000 |
Updated: 7 December 2024 | |
Biography
editFollowing formal education Fish56Octagon, sometimes known as Fish, worked in the marketing industry in a variety of sectors.[1]
During lockdown Fish started making TikTok videos, giving automobile and insurance advice and tips to drivers. He accumulated c. 155,000 followers, and had a feature article in the Scottish Sun.[1][4] In 2023/2024 he changed the focus of his videos to depict himself playing different genres of electronic music, including speed garage, rave and psy-trance, often in domestic scenarios. Subsequently Fish56Octagon gained a cult following, largely by "sharing his infectious love for all electronic music genres", and accumulated c. 500,000 followers on Instagram.[1][2][5] It has been reported that his success has been dismissed by rave "know-it-alls", however Fish has responded saying "that you can just put yourself out there and not care what other people think".[6]
In May 2024 Glastonbury festival announced a tribute to DJ Annie Nightingale, to be held that year at the Glade stage, that featured Fish playing a DJ set with music favoured by Nightingale.[7][8] He headlined the Pepsi Max trance tent at Creamfields the same year, reportedly attracting a substantial crowd.[9] Fish made his Scottish live debut in September 2024, playing at the SWG3 club.[10] His performance at the 2024 Parklife festival was reviewed as "one of the highlight sets".[11] He also had a sold-out tour in the United Kingdom in the summer of 2024, and was scheduled to play at the Beyond the Valley festival in Australia.[5][12]
In June 2024 the Guardian reported that Fish56Octagon is not his real name,[6] and that he is reluctant to reveal what it is.[1] In August 2024 it was reported that Fish had quit the "day job" in order to focus on his live music career.[2]
The Octagon Discs record label was launched by Fish in September 2024, with the first release a remix of Superstylin' by Declan Knapp.[13]
Personal life
editFish lives in Southeast England with his wife and two children.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f g h Keens, Oliver (24 June 2024). "'I'm getting 500 DMs a day': Fish56Octagon, the dressing gown-wearing viral DJ sensation - Glastonbury 2024 - The Guardian". The Guardian. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ a b c Mullins, Ellie. "Fish56Octagon: The electronic music historian [Interview]". We Rave You. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Buckle, Becky (26 July 2024). "SHERELLE, D Double E and Skream & Benga confirmed for Boomtown 2024". Mixmag. Archived from the original on 2 September 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Houston, Simon (5 February 2023). "I'm a car expert - my insurance tips could help save you hundreds on your motor - The Scottish Sun". Scottish Sun. Archived from the original on 30 March 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ a b Byrne, Niall (20 August 2024). "Viral DJ Fish56octagon is playing a Dublin show - Nialler9". Nialler9. Archived from the original on 5 September 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ a b Swales, Kris (28 June 2024). "Five Great Reads: Steve Bannon, curing insomnia, and the dressing-gown DJ". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 7 September 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Skinner, Tom (28 May 2024). "Glastonbury announces plans to celebrate the late Annie Nightingale". NME. Archived from the original on 28 July 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Johnson, Jamaal (8 May 2024). "The Glade announces full line-up for Glastonbury 2024". Mixmag. Archived from the original on 28 August 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Mullins, Ellie (3 September 2024). "Creamfields 2024: one of the most exciting editions yet [Review]". We Rave You. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Gallagher, Cammy (2 September 2024). "Scottish Clubbing Highlights: September 2024". The Skinny. Archived from the original on 3 September 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ Mullins, Ellie (17 June 2024). "Parklife 2024: Another unforgettable return to Heaton Park [Review]". We Rave You. Archived from the original on 7 September 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ "5 Must See Acts at Beyond The Valley 2024". OZ EDM. 20 August 2024. Retrieved 20 September 2024.
- ^ Sears, Meena (23 September 2024). "Fish56Octagon launches record label in partnership with Another Rhythm Records". Mixmag.