Nicky Roland – Biography
Born and raised in London, Nicky Roland is a British-American producer, DJ, label founder and music technology entrepreneur whose career runs parallel to the evolution of UK underground electronic music.
He began early. At just 14, he secured his first studio session with Pinky and Longsy D, stepping directly into London’s sound system culture. By 19, he had signed his first record deal under the alias K-Lory, working under the guidance of Snob.
During the 1990s he collaborated closely with Travis Edwards of Satin Storm, contributing to records that helped shape the early foundations of UK Garage, Jungle and Drum & Bass. His work on Think I’m Going Out of My Head was later cited by Goldie as influential in shaping his own production approach.
Beyond the studio, Roland became a recognised tastemaker through Busy Boy Music and the influential Coalesce Sound and Vision parties, which were voted “THE UNDISPUTED KINGS OF THE UNDERGROUND” by Mixmag, described as “Legendary” by Time Out, The Guardian and The Telegraph, and dubbed “London’s best-kept secret” by i-D.
Ananke & Chronos
Nicky Roland is the founder of Ananke & Chronos, an independent record label dedicated to championing authentic underground dance music. Spanning Classic House, Soulful House, Afro House, Tech House and Techno, the label brings together established pioneers and emerging artists while continuing the traditions of the global club culture that shaped Nicky’s career. Through carefully curated releases, artist development and a growing international roster, Ananke & Chronos represents a forward-looking platform for timeless dance music and creative collaboration.
A&C Promo
Nicky Roland is also the creator of A&C Promo, an AI-powered music marketing platform built specifically for independent artists and labels. Developed from real-world experience releasing music, the platform helps artists generate press releases, social content, promo campaigns, and release assets in minutes. By combining automation, analytics and creative tools in one place, A&C Promo gives musicians the ability to promote their music professionally without relying on expensive agencies or fragmented marketing services.
Official Nicky Roland Merch
Get your official Nicky Roland merch here. Warm, well-fitting hoodies, soft comfortable t-shirts, hats, bags, mugs…it’s all here!
Jackmaster 7
The long-awaited Jackmaster 7 is out now, featuring I Lose Myself as one of the core focus tracks, alongside hits from house music legends such as Frankie Knuckles, Sterling Void, Chip-E, Chuck Roberts, K’Alexi Shelby, Loleatta Halloway, and many more…
I Lose Myself
I Lose Myself is a Latin House/Samba medley guaranteed to get dance floors pumpin’. I Lose Myself’s fat keys, percussive beats and rolling horns make this a true dance floor shaker.
1: I Lose Myself – Soul Man Mix
2: I Lose Myself – Jazz mix
3: I Lose Myself – Drums Mix
4: Across The Border
Out now, exclusively on Traxsource.
One Step Closer EP
The One Step Closer EP blends House, Reggae, Drum ‘n’ Bass, and Trap to create a truly unique dance floor sound with the cocktail vibes of House, mixed with the grinding dancehall and DnB roots this collection owes its genesis to.
1: One Step Closer (House+Reggae+DnB)
2: One Step Closer – Jump Up Mix (D+B)
3: Bring Your Booty (House+Reggae)
4: We Dem Follow (Trap+Dub)
Broken Promises
Out now on all major streaming and download platforms.
Fat funky bass, Latin vocals, and deep emotive keys. Broken Promises is a classic Chicago House banger.
Out Now!
