Eric Prydz

Eric Sheridan Prydz (born July 19, 1976) is a Swedish DJ and producer based in London, United Kingdom. The pronunciation of his surname is often questioned; it is pronounced "prids”. In

October 2011, DJ Magazine announced the results of their annual Top 100 DJ Poll, where Prydz placed at #46.

Personal Life

• Until recently, Prydz had only played shows in and around Europe as he has a fear of flying. In December 2008, Prydz was forced to cancel several dates in Australia, New Zealand and Malta after panic attacks stopped him from boarding the flight.

• His debut live show called "EPIC" (Eric Prydz in Concert) was held on April 2nd, 2011 at the O2 Brixton Academy Arena in London where he played most of his own production, as well as unfinished and upcoming tracks. The second show was at Global Gathering on July 29th and the third at the Alexandra Palace on November 26th.

Further Career

• More recently he has formed a band called Swedish House Mafia with Steve Angelo, creating electronic dance music for the club dance scene.