DJ Ransom
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Bio
**DJ Ransom** (real name *Phil Ivanov*) is a **Melbourne, Australia–based DJ and producer with a career spanning over two decades**. He’s widely regarded as a **pioneer in Australia’s hip hop and underground music scenes**, known both for his DJing and his production work. Ransom has been active since at least the late 1980s, releasing underground music, remixing for acts like the Resin Dogs and Ku‑Ling Brothers, and producing with his main project *Crackpot*, which has released music on the UK label Tummy Touch. He was also an integral member of the Australian hip hop group *Mnemonic Ascent*. On the club circuit, he’s played extensively in Melbourne and Sydney at venues such as Revolver Upstairs, Angel Music Bar, and more, spanning hip hop, breaks, and bass‑oriented sets throughout his longstanding career.
Music style
breakbeat, Funky Breaks, Bass Music, Turntablism