The Vortex
Saturdays | It’s not just sound, it’s a force. Your journey through the underground starts here with DJ and producer Derrick Deep as your guide.
closeAD
play_arrow
)
volume_up
Now playing
Dance 89.5 Live - Seattle's Party Radio
Dance 89.5 Live - Seattle's Party Radio
Recent spins
PlaylistDerrick Deep
he / him
spinning since 2019
Hometown: Seattle, WA
About the DJ
Derrick Deep, aka Gutesu, is a seasoned DJ, producer, and artist with over 20 years of experience in the underground dance music scene. Based in Seattle, he’s widely respected for his captivating all-vinyl and digital sets, where he seamlessly weaves the deeper textures of underground sound into immersive, soulful journeys. His music is deep, emotive, and transportive—a sacred language of rhythm and spirit.
A well-known and respected figure in the Pacific Northwest music community, Derrick has delivered unforgettable performances across a wide range of venues, festivals, and platforms. He is a core member of Uniting Souls Music and Elevated Frequencies—two of Seattle’s most influential collectives, known for curating legendary underground events that continue to shape the region’s dance music culture.
Derrick is the founder of Deep Light Recordings, a label and creative studio dedicated to live-streaming and releasing thoughtful, soul-driven electronic music that uplifts artists and listeners alike.
Now at the helm of The Vortex, one of the station’s longest-running dance music shows, Derrick brings his lifelong passion, sharp curation, and deep community roots to the airwaves. Whether spinning vinyl or digital grooves, he invites listeners into a space where sound, rhythm, and mindfulness converge.
Step inside The Vortex—where Derrick Deep carries the legacy forward and keeps the underground alive.
Connect with him
Styles he loves
atmospheric jungle
breakbeats
deep house
deep tech
drum & bass
liquid drum & bass
minimal techno
organic house
progressive house
tech house
techno
How to listen to Derrick