DJ Aston Evans: Still Pushing House Music Forward
Aston Evans has been part of the house music story for more than three decades — but his energy today feels just as fresh as it did back in the early ’90s.
From Tenerife to London’s Biggest House Music Events
His journey started in 1991, playing soulful sets on the terraces of Tenerife before coming back to London and holding down residencies at some of the city’s most iconic clubs — Limelight, Legends, Hippodrome, even Ministry of Sound. Those nights built his reputation as a selector who could move any dancefloor, no matter the crowd.
Keeping The Groove Alive
Fast forward to today, and Aston’s still right at the heart of it. You’ll find him on festival lineups like Suncebeat Croatia, at Groove Odyssey in Ibiza, or behind the booth at Shelter Liverpool. His weekly Aston’s House show on Centreforce 883 has become a Monday-night ritual for listeners around the world, from 8pm to 10pm GMT — two hours of proper house, handpicked by someone who lives and breathes it.
The Shelter Liverpool
The Shelter Liverpool has quietly become one of the city’s most intimate and beloved house music residencies, hosted in the underground depths of Paradiso nightclub. It’s where ineffable grooves meet tight-knit dancefloors—and where legendary names in soulful, bumpy, and deep house convene for transformative nights.
Over the years, Shelter has hosted an impressive roster of guests:
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Jovonn, returned for a three-hour set at their 3rd birthday event after smashing the second.
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Toolate Groove, who made his UK debut at that same milestone, blending ’90s gems with fresh melodic house.
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Neil Pierce, Sean McCabe, and Brother James headlined Shelter Liverpool 9, bringing soulful, garage-inflected grooves to the basement booth.
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Booker T (Grammy‑nominated legend) and Cafe 432 made their Liverpool debut, alongside rising talent Lev and crowd favourites DJ Yung Foxeach, each delivering powerful, soulful energy.
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The very first birthday brought in Groove Assassin (a pioneer of underground soulful and deep house) alongside long-standing favourite Ryan Coughlan, plus debut DJ Martin Blaize, a seasoned selector stepping into Liverpool’s underground scene.
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One classic edition saw Craig Smith, The Journey Men, and Wez Whynt alongside the resident father-son duo Aston & Max Evans deliver a masterclass in soulful and deep house craftsmanship.
Add in standout Sunday sessions at MODO, where guests like Billy Cocks, David Bailey, Lloyd Life, Martin Lodge, and Pablo Martinez have brought their unique spin to the Shelter vibe, and you get a picture of a scene in constant motion, rooted in authenticity.
In The Studio
It’s not just DJing either. Tracks like “We Stand Strong” and “Twisted” show the same passion running through his production. They carry that classic house feel but with a modern edge — the kind of records that slot into a set naturally and lift the energy at just the right moment.
Family Affair
There’s also something special about watching Aston share the decks with his son, Max. The chemistry between them is real — two generations bouncing off each other, both with the same love for the music. It’s a reminder of how house connects people, whether you’re discovering it for the first time or you’ve been chasing it for decades.
Looking Ahead
2025 is already shaping up to be a busy year, with gigs locked for Forward Motion vs The Shelter in Malta in September and at Djoon in Paris this October. But whether he’s at a festival, a packed London basement, or live on the airwaves, Aston’s mission hasn’t changed: to play house music that comes straight from the soul.
👉 Tune into Aston’s House on Centreforce 883, follow him on Instagram, and if you get the chance — catch him live. He’s proof that house isn’t just music, it’s a lifelong commitment.
