Starting his career as a Hip Hop, R&B DJ in the late 90's, TAKEKIYO expanded his range to Balearic down tempo music, such as UK Soul, Ground Beat, and Chillout back in the days when he was buying crates of records in the search of new sounds. Then he was introduced to House music and was fascinated with the sense of unity and energy on the dance floor that House music provides. This was a seminal realization for him, and still to this day, it is the driving force behind his music style.
In 2012, his career came to an important turning point from an unexpected source.
Through an introduction from a close friend, he became involved with Rooftop Bar OO, Osaka’s first outdoor venue focused on dance music, as manager and resident DJ. Through the success of this space, ALZAR was born, in which he has been responsible for the planning, design, production and now the management of this new incredible space.

His DJ mixes are born out of track selection that puts great emphasis on reading the dance floor and then telling a story. He blends the influences of Deep Trance and rolling Techno, all centered round Progressive House with intelligent spacey sounds being a focus. His ability... More Biography