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RANK	SCORE ?	GENRE	LOCATION
12506	11	House	Honolulu, US

Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Cryptik's introduction to electronic music took place at the infamous 611 parties in Philadelphia at the tail end of the 90's. Following a move to Hawaii in 2000, he discovered a small but passionate scene with amazing local talent. Later on that year, he purchased a set of used turntables and secured his first gig, playing a mixture of house and trance at the now defunct Evolutions Waikiki.

Gradually drifting through several genres of music, Cryptik eventually settled on Drum and Bass, which he played exclusively for three years. Over this time, he shared the stage with the likes of Dara, UFO!, Concord Dawn, Divine Elements, and John B.

A night out at Casa, Honolulu?s longest running deep house night, led to a one time gig there which was admittedly ?Just for fun?. That night, however, was the beginning of a big change. Sparked by a growing disinterest in DNB and an ever present passion for house music, he began to shift allegiances. After his second time playing at Casa in late 2004, he was offered and accepted a residency, which he still holds.

As more DJs and promoters heard his unique, genre bending blend of all things techy, deep and funky, more opportunities and guest spots poured in, culminating in 2006 with a residency at Next Door, Honolulu?s premiere nightclub.

Now, on constant rotation throughout Hawaii, Cryptik has his sights firmly set on the future?not only expecting to broaden his own musical horizons, but yours as well.