µ-Ziq

Mike Paradinas is µ-Ziq, pronounced, simply, "music." (µ is the Greek letter 'Mu', pronounced "mew"). He has released music under various appellations, among them "Jake Slazenger" "Kid Spatula" "Gary Moscheles" and "Tusken Raiders", but his primary moniker is µ-Ziq.

µ-Ziq has collaborated with one of the most visible leaders of the modern electronic movement, Richard D. James (Aphex Twin). Between them they pioneered the drill'n'bass (a highly intricate sub genre of drum 'n' bass, which is characterized by complex drum patterns (heavily reliant on the amen break) and a more melodic approach to most d'n'b.

µ-Ziq also owns and runs the electronic label Planet µ, which hosts a number of idm artists. Paradinas shows an uncanny knack at spotting the most innovative and interesting electronic acts from around the world, signing new talents such as Venetian Snares, Vex'd and Chevron.

Planet µ soars to new heights, and many argue that it has taken Warp's place in the drivers seat in terms of innovation and forward-thinking. The label has taken a darker turn, with the rising popularity of gabba, breakcore and dubstep.