Chris Gavin

Chris Gavin, born Jean Christophe Trastour, operates from Marseille, France as a DJ, producer and guitarist. He co-owns Art&fact Records with Rick Pier O'neil and previously served as producer and label manager for RPO Records, Ephémères Records, and Red Hammer Music. Gavin began releasing electronic music in February 2018 and maintains an active presence as a guitarist in Barry Kingston's Team, which serves as Michel Polnareff's musical director.

Gavin produces across progressive house, melodic house & techno, afro house, deep house, and hard techno, demonstrating range from atmospheric grooves to driving dancefloor material. His releases appear on Desert Hearts Black, Bonzai Progressive, and Fall From Grace Records, with five documented releases spanning from 2018 through 2025. His sound traverses multiple tempo ranges and energy levels, from the deeper, more contemplative textures of progressive and deep house to the harder-hitting dynamics of techno productions.