Saint Lukez (real name Luke Rickarby) is a vinyl-driven house music DJ and record collector from just outside West London. Known for his “Rare House Gems” series and the motto “Make House Deep Again”, he plays deep, soulful house and has quickly moved from online tastemaker to clubs in London, Paris, Ghent, Malta and Edinburgh. He is represented by Onit Bookings.
Saint Lukez at a glance
- Real name: Luke Rickarby
- From: just outside West London
- Sound: deep, soulful house, played mostly on vinyl
- Known for: the “Rare House Gems” series and “Make House Deep Again”
- Background: worked at London record store Love Vinyl
- Played: London, Paris (Djoon), Ghent, Malta and Edinburgh
- Bookings: Onit Bookings
From record store to rising DJ
Luke first cut his musical teeth working at Love Vinyl, one of London’s most respected record stores. That experience sharpened his ear for deep, soulful tracks and gave him a real respect for authentic house music culture.
Like many of the best DJs, he learned the music by handling it every day: digging through crates, recommending records and discovering the tracks that never made the big compilations.
Rare House Gems: tastemaking with soul
On social media, he is best known for his “Rare House Gems” series, where he shares hard-to-find house records with a growing global audience. Each post is a small lesson in house music history, and together they’ve made him a trusted tastemaker for collectors and DJs.
Make House Deep Again: the Saint Lukez sound
Beyond his crate-digging, his sound is rooted in smooth, soulful and emotional house music. He lives by the motto “Make House Deep Again”, championing a return to heartfelt grooves and musical integrity over hype.
His SoundCloud mix “Vinyl Mix: House Music With Feeling”, recorded on Christmas Day, sums it up: stripped-back, deep and personal, with broken beats and vinyl warmth. It’s a thank-you to his fans and a sign of the close-knit community he’s building.
Saint Lukez gigs in 2026
He is no longer just an online name. His 2026 diary has taken him well beyond London:
- July: Precinct Sonics at Bricks, London, and The Loft Party Leith with John Morales at the Port of Leith Distillery, Edinburgh
- September: FullHouse at 77, London, and Forward Motion at UNO Malta
- October: Back To Wax with Toolate Groove at Amigo, Ghent
- November: Point Blank Radio’s 32nd birthday at Undr, London (14 November), and Make House Deep Again with Max Sinàl at Djoon, Paris (28 November)
Check his Resident Advisor page for the latest dates.
Why Saint Lukez stands out
- Authentic vinyl expertise: a devoted collector with roots in one of London’s best record shops.
- Curatorial vision: “Rare House Gems” shows a keen taste for deep, soul-stirring house.
- Deep, soulful sound: emotional house music made for the heart as well as the dancefloor.
- Community builder: his mixes have built a loyal, growing community of supporters.
- International momentum: from London clubs to Djoon in Paris in under two years on the circuit.
He’s part of a wider scene of deep and soulful house DJs that also includes Onit roster mates like John Morales and the residents of The Shelter Liverpool, who have also played Forward Motion in Malta.
How to follow him
- SoundCloud: catch his mixes, like “House Music With Feeling”, on SoundCloud.
- Resident Advisor: follow him on Resident Advisor for upcoming gigs.
- Social media: look for his “Rare House Gems” posts.
- Bookings: through Onit Bookings.
Frequently asked questions about Saint Lukez
Who is Saint Lukez?
Saint Lukez is Luke Rickarby, a vinyl-driven deep and soulful house DJ and record collector from just outside West London, known for his “Rare House Gems” series.
What is Saint Lukez’s real name?
Saint Lukez’s real name is Luke Rickarby.
What music does Saint Lukez play?
Saint Lukez plays deep, soulful house music, mostly on vinyl, under the motto “Make House Deep Again”.
Where can I see Saint Lukez play?
Saint Lukez plays regularly in London and has played Djoon in Paris, Amigo in Ghent, Forward Motion in Malta and The Loft Party in Edinburgh. His Resident Advisor page lists upcoming dates.
How do I book Saint Lukez?
Saint Lukez is booked through Onit Bookings, the boutique house and disco DJ agency.
Keep listening
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