15/05/2024
Introducing DJ Lilly Jae who will be making her debut in our techno room at Eiger Studios this Friday!
DJ Lilly Jae: A Musical Journey through mental health, love and friendship.
Hailing from Surrey and now calling Leeds home for the past 14 years, DJ Lilly Jae embarked on her musical odyssey at the tender age of 17, honing her skills as a bedroom DJ amongst her friendship group.
Witnessing the meteoric rise of DJ Amber D in the early 2000s sparked a fire within her, driving her to pursue DJing on a more serious level.
Teaming up with her best friend Fleur, they formed the UV Girls, gracing the underground Hard House scene of Brixton, South London, and lighting up various clubs along the South Coast throughout the early to late 2000s. Under the alias Rachel UV, Lilly also held regular residencies in commercial DJ venues, curating nights of 80s, 90s, and club classics and playing Drum and Bass events in Brighton.
Her passion for music extended beyond the DJ booth as she embarked on a journey teaching primary and secondary school kids how to DJ as part of the art award scheme.
In 2010, Lilly made the move to Leeds, where she embraced her new role as a mother to Cassius and Sonny.
However, the challenges of lockdown brought on feelings of depression, which she combated through the power of music and DJing, turning to online streaming via platforms like Twitch and TikTok. Growing a following of just over 5k collectively over both platforms.
Her talent caught the attention of the gaming world, leading her to DJ for FFXIV in various clubs and earning recognition as the Editor's choice rising star in-game DJ in the official FFXIV magazine. She is also part of Rave Stylez Crew & Goldenforce official twitch teams and helps with MetaHertz Radio a new Drum and Bass channel on Twitch and various other streaming platforms.
Recently diagnosed with AuDHD, Lilly courageously shared her journey through music and social media, aiming to destigmatize mental health issues in women and the music industry.
After 16 years apart, Lilly aka Rachel UV reunited with Fleur UV in October 23 and the UV Girls have reignited their presence in the DJ scene with electrifying sets of trance and hard house. Together they are about to embark on a debut at Cyber Dog on May 25th, Camdens iconic rave shop and have alot more in the pipeline.
With an eclectic taste in music, Lilly's sets know no boundaries, earning her the title of multi-genre DJ also playing both vinyl and digital.
Her path converged with Elemental in November 2023, an event she now holds in such high regard and where she finally met her partner for life, Mikki Tiamo.
Lilly's mentorship guided Mikki's journey into the world of DJing and she has since began djing at clubs and festivals. All within an impressive six months.
As Lilly Jae prepares to debut in the techno room for Elemental on May 17th, Lilly expresses her gratitude for Elemental, which she considers her spiritual home, an awakening with every visit. It's an exciting time for Lilly as she continues to inspire and uplift through her music and her unwavering commitment to the DJing community.
For more information and upcoming DJ sets check out: https://linktr.ee/Djlillyjae
Don't miss out on the last few tickets at https://elementalmusic.co.uk/
Event page : Elemental presents MAD MAXX, MAD TRIBE and SOUL SCIENTIST