Todd Terje

Todd Terje is the stage name of Norwegian producer Terje Olsen, who was born in 1981 and grew up in the rural village of Mjøndalen in Buskerud. Originally training as a pianist at local music school before studying physics at the University of Oslo, Olsen began releasing electronic music in 2011 under the Todd Terje moniker. He operates under several aliases including Tangoterje and Wade Nichols, and runs his own imprint Olsen Records where he releases the majority of his material.

Todd Terje produces nu disco and house music that draws heavily from classic disco influences, creating tracks that range from deep house grooves to uptempo indie dance anthems. His 19 releases on Olsen Records between 2011 and 2022 showcase a sound rooted in analog synthesizers and drum machines, with tempos typically falling in the 110-130 BPM range. His productions blend vintage disco samples with modern electronic production techniques, resulting in tracks that work equally well in intimate club settings and festival environments. The Norwegian producer's catalog spans from deeper, more contemplative house cuts to energetic dancefloor-focused disco edits.