Richard Earnshaw is a UK house music producer, DJ, remixer, songwriter and radio broadcaster, and a classically trained jazz musician. He co-founded the iCulture events and the record labels DuffNote, One51 and Guess, has released and remixed for labels including Defected, Soulfuric, Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound and Sony Music, and presents soulful house shows on Mi-Soul and Grant Nelson’s D3EP Radio Network.
Richard Earnshaw at a glance
- Roles: producer, DJ, remixer, songwriter, musician and radio presenter
- Background: classically trained jazz musician
- Labels co-founded: DuffNote, One51 and Guess
- Events: co-founder of iCulture
- Radio: Mi-Soul and D3EP Radio Network
- Released on: Defected, Soulfuric, Large, Reel People Music, Groove Culture, Salted Music, Purple Music, Morehouse, Swing City, Peppermint Jam, Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound and Sony Music
- Collaborators: Kathy Brown, Angie Brown, Inaya Day and Flambé
A musician first
What sets Richard Earnshaw apart from many house producers is his training. As a classically trained jazz musician, he brings real musicianship to his records: rich chords, live keys and arrangements that give soulful house its depth. It’s a big reason his productions and remixes sit so comfortably next to vocalists.
Labels: DuffNote, One51 and Guess
Richard has helped build several labels that support soulful house artists. He co-founded DuffNote, One51 and Guess, which have released music from established names and newer producers. Plymouth’s own Flambé has released on both DuffNote and Guess, and the two have collaborated in the studio.
A long list of labels
Over his career Richard has worked with some of the most respected labels in house music, including Defected, Soulfuric, Large, Reel People Music, Groove Culture, Salted Music, Purple Music, Morehouse, Swing City, Peppermint Jam, Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound and Sony Music. That range, from underground soulful labels to major companies, shows how widely his music is trusted.
Collaborations with great vocalists
Richard has worked with some of the best-loved voices in house music, including Kathy Brown, Angie Brown and Inaya Day, creating tracks that have become dancefloor favourites.
On the radio: Mi-Soul and D3EP
As a broadcaster, Richard presents shows on Mi-Soul and Grant Nelson’s D3EP Radio Network, two of the leading stations for soulful and underground house. His shows showcase new music alongside classics and give a platform to the artists and labels he believes in. Read more about Grant Nelson.
Richard Earnshaw and Steve Bell
Richard has guested at Kings & Queens, the open-air house music event at the Three Crowns on Plymouth’s Barbican, and his music features on Steve’s DancersHip Mix Show, including the March 2024 episode.
Where to find Richard Earnshaw’s music
You’ll find Richard’s productions and remixes on Traxsource, including his remixes of Rather Be. For his radio shows and latest selections, see his Mi-Soul profile. If you’re a DJ, his records are a reliable source of musical, vocal-led soulful house that works from warm-up to peak time.
Frequently asked questions about Richard Earnshaw
Who is Richard Earnshaw?
Richard Earnshaw is a UK house music producer, DJ, remixer and radio presenter, a classically trained jazz musician and co-founder of the labels DuffNote, One51 and Guess.
What labels has Richard Earnshaw released on?
He has released and remixed for labels including Defected, Soulfuric, Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound, Reel People Music, Swing City and Sony Music.
Where can I hear Richard Earnshaw on the radio?
He presents shows on Mi-Soul and Grant Nelson’s D3EP Radio Network.
Who has Richard Earnshaw worked with?
He has collaborated with vocalists Kathy Brown, Angie Brown and Inaya Day, and producers including Flambé.
Keep listening
Steve Bell plays soulful, deep and vocal house across the UK, Ibiza and beyond. Catch his monthly DancersHip show and live sets, or see the media pack to book Steve for your event.
