Quentin Harris

Detroit soulful deep house legend spinning melodic, funky grooves.

Born in Detroit and later based in New York City, Quentin Harris is a foundational producer and DJ recognized for his pivotal role in the evolution of soulful and deep house music. Emerging from a background in hip hop and session musicianship, he gained widespread acclaim for his 2003 remix of Donnie's Cloud 9 and his 2005 club staple Let's Be Young. His production style frequently blends emotive vocal arrangements with sophisticated, groove-led instrumentation, as showcased on his debut album No Politics (2006, Un-Restricted Access) and the follow-up Sacrifice (2010, Strictly Rhythm). Harris remains active in the studio and on the international touring circuit, with recent contributions including remixes for Defected and King Street Sounds. By consistently bridging underground house sensibilities with broader melodic appeal, he maintains a lasting influence on the sound and trajectory of modern dance music.