Kajan is a seasoned electronic artist, curator, and educator with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Originally from the seaside town of Breskens, he is now based in the Rotterdam area. Throughout his career, Kajan performed internationally in countries such as the US, Belgium, Malta, Bulgaria, Poland, Croatia, Germany, the UK, Hong Kong, and China.
As a versatile artist, Kajan is known for his refined approach to blending warm soulful, deep cuts with raw and quirky gems. He has a reputation for curating and manipulating music, often delivering esteemed six-hour DJ sets that create sonic appetite and define a harmonious balance by embracing diverse rhythms.
In 2022 Kajan released “Umami Fulfillmento” on the compilation Enclose: “The Sound of The Jane”. A true milestone to be on this limited vinyl-release alongside Sebastian Mullaert, Anfisa Letyago, Sue Avenue, Maxim Lany, Gerd Janson, Marino Canal and others.
Beyond his performances, Kajan serves as the head-resident DJ for The Jane Antwerp**, a renowned fine-dining establishment. He also provides music direction for several high-end venues across Europe, including Blueness Cadzand, Pure C **, Alma Oisterwijk*, IGNIV Zürich**, “OZ”, and Nebo Antwerp*. unique guest experiences paired with exciting, edgy and cozy music.
In the realm of education, Kajan has emerged as an educator in electronic music. At Muziekschool Zeeland he teaches and coaches students using Ableton Live, guiding them in the discovery, exploration, and creation of electronic music. He also offers masterclasses, workshops, and learning programs that involve an interactive and step-by-step manner to learn music production and DJing.
Kajan is also involved in live performances with Rotterdam-based Pilot Wave Live, and Breda-based Omega Zen Live, delivering all-analogue live sets. Additionally, he collaborates with Radius ETC (Chicago) in a new project named KA♾RA, where influences of Dub, Detroit/ Chicago House and Breaks converge.
Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Soundcloud | Bandcamp
Head Resident DJ | Music Selector
The Jane Antwerp**
www.thejaneantwerp.com.
Music Direction for:
Pure C** Cadzand.
Blueness Cadzand.
August Antwerp.
IGNIV Zürich**
OZ Fürstenau.
Alma Oisterwijk*
NEBO Antwerp*.
Triptygue.
Electronic Music Teacher
Muziekschool Zeeland
Conductor & Sound Researcher
Pilot Wave (Live)
Founder
Nu Even Deephouse (N.E.D.)
Frequency seeker
Omega Zen (Live)
Co-Founder:
Zeezicht Festival