Full Name Derin Phillips Years active 2010 (2010) – present Labels Chocolate City Record label Chocolate City | Citizenship Nigeria Instruments Mixer Associated acts M.I | |
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Occupation Disc jockey, Radio personality, Record producer Alma maters University of Reading, Point Blank Music College Genres African popular music, Hip hop music, Rhythm and blues, Funky house, Old-school hip hop, House music, Afrobeat Similar Ice Prince, Waje, MI Profiles | ||
Derin Phillips, better known as DJ Caise (pronounced as "Case"), is a Nigerian disc jockey.
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Life and music career
DJ Caise is born to the family of Mr & Mrs Phillips. His grandfather late Chief Antonio Deinde Fernandez was a Nigerian Business magnate, Diplomat and Permanent Representative of Central African Republic to the United Nations. Why his mum Chief Mrs Teju Phillips was the former commissioner of Lagos State. DJ Caise interest in music started during his time at University of Reading.
DJ Caise was on "BBC Radio 1Xtra" with "Mista Silva", "C4 Pedro" & "pt:Big Nelo.
Record Deal: Chocolate City
DJ Caise got signed to Chocolate City in 2011.
OAP: The Beat 99.9 FM
DJ Caise is best known for hosting DJ Caise In The Mix, which is held every friday night from 9pm to 7am on the The Beat 99.9 FM.
Education
He attend the University of Reading in "Reading, where he studied Finance. He also acquired his master's degree in Finance, as well as a bachelor's degree in Economics.
Music
He was trained at Point Blank Music College in Hoxton, North London, Los Angeles.
Artistry
DJ Caise describes his style of music as Gidi House Music, which is a fusing of House music & Afrobeat.
Album
On November 30, 2015, DJ Caise announced the release of his debut album to be out in May 2016.
Hennessy artist club tour
In 2011, the Hennessy artiste club tour took off with the likes of Praiz, DJ Caise, DJ Spinall, Slyde, Bizzle, and Sammy.
Blanck Magazine
In August 2016, DJ Caise was featured in Blanck Magazine.
Notable performances
He has performed in several popular events and shows since he rise to stardom, performed in events like:
Discography
Mix available on Soundcloud
Songs
Buckle Up2014
Number One2012
Crush2014