Hayward, Ca, United States
When one thinks of California's Central Valley, thoughts immediately turn to its' plethora of agriculture, or perhaps the scenic vistas of Yosemite National Park. One does not expect to find one of America's last true stalwarts of the 'UK Hard House' sound. Nevertheless, it is among this stark contrast that (former) Stockton native Stu Phonik has managed to carve out a distinct style that blends the best bits of the primarily UK based sound with aspects of the American funky house scene, and a spattering of techno just for good measure.
As one of the last active members of the SF Hard Dance scenes ‘old guard’, Stu Phonik (Tim Stephanic) has been carrying the flag for the harder sounds for over seventeen years.
Equally as comfortable opening at 135 BPM as he is slamming it out at 155 BPM during peak hours, his style maintains an aspect of the classic UK Hard House sound throughout while continuing to push new concepts onto the dance floor.
