From the best nightspots his hometown had to offer, to the secret locations around the Derry area, Liam Melly (better known as Melly to fans) has attracted attention since 2000 when audiences realised he had a knack for destroying dancefloors wherever he played. Through years of creating, practice, and dedication, he developed the art of using the turntable as a musical instrument by new inventing styles. Born in Derry, Liam Mellys love for music came at an early age.
His spinning career got into gear at the age of 16. Not only did Liam use that time to pioneer different styles of music within his djing career, he also took on another role in the promotion industry co-launching Submerge with Dermy O Donnell running club nights within Derry.
Building this solid foundation led to Liam getting requests from other club promoters wanting to book him. While playing frequently at his own nights, Liam can also be seen guesting frequently at other clubnights. Each club is able to witness this compelling and talented DJ work he pushes into his sets. He first presented his talent and the passion for house and pumping trance and thanks to this combination he is able to create an unforgettable atmosphere during his performance.
With a busy D.J. schedule Liam Mellys success has permitted him to play in some of the most prestigious venues in the northwest such as The Nerve Centre, Earth, Jackie Mullans, Fusion, the Strand Bar, The Gweedore, the Coach, Lush @ Kellys to name a few and and he also rocked Planet love 06 @ shanes castle were he got to bang out bryan kearneys edit of liams new track arrival for the first time in september, rumers have it that it rocked the place plus super star dj eddie halliwell banged it out in superclub amnesia in ibiza this year while kearney and liam was there.
In addition, Melly has also played in the Gatecrasher classic tour and next to some of the best DJ/producers the world has to offer like Marcel Woods, Cosmic Gate, Above & Beyond, Dj Montana, Guy Ornadel, Les Hemstock, Scot Bond, John Ceccini, Scott Project, Mark Sherry, Riley & Durrant, Chris Cargo, X- Ray, Jazzy M and local and well known Djs Chris Davis, Glen Molly, Col Hamilton and L.E.D