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Melbourne DJ, Natalie Ex

Natalie Ex is a Melbourne-based DJ with over 23 years of experience, celebrated for her calm, playful, and tasteful sets that transform any space into a refined and vibrant atmosphere. Confident in any setting, she brings professionalism and polish to every performance.

Blending House, Disco, 80s, 90s, and early 00s , and with roots in New Zealand’s Jungle and UKG Breakbeat scene, Natalie draws on a deep knowledge of electronic music. Her sets mix curated soundscapes with clever edits of familiar tracks, creating an inclusive experience that resonates widely while carrying her signature serene energy.

She has mastered mood, flow, and audience connection, making her a sought-after choice for venues seeking a vibrant yet sophisticated alternative to conventional high-energy club sets.

Her approach mirrors her Japanese-inspired visual art practice, reflecting the same attention to detail, aesthetic sensibility, and intentionality. Every set is carefully curated on the spot to balance playfulness with calm, leaving a lasting impression on both the space and its audience.

Her decades of experience not only shape her performances but also inspire her writing, such as her DJ lessons blog, where she shares insights on music, flow, and performance for those curious about the craft.

To book Natalie Ex for your venue, public event, or private celebration, please reach out directly here or through her agent at alex@astounddjs.com.au.

Public and Private Events

Natalie Ex's primary dedication as a DJ revolves around curating perfect soundscapes for a wide array of public and private events.

As a highly experienced DJ in both background and club gigs, Nat can confidently guide a night from a laid back begining to a vibrant dance-floor ending. Notable events played include:

• NGV Friday Nights

• ACMI

• Melbourne Museum Saturday Sessions

• Vogue Online Shopping Night at QV

• Broadsheet New Zealand Activation Event

• Laneway Festival Jameson Tent

• Fifa World Cup Qualifiers at Sydney Olympic Park

• Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

Bars and Pubs

Since moving to Melbourne in 2012, Nat has been a regular DJ at many of the cities most iconic bars and pubs.

She freestyles these sets to match each unique energy, ensuring punters have an enjoyable soundtrack to drink the night away to. You may have seen Nat at:

• The Corner Hotel

• Cookie

• Albert Park Hotel

• The National Hotel

• The Joint Bar

• Section 8

• The Night Cat

• Whitehart Bar

• Workshop Bar

• Black Cat Bar

• The Retreat Hotel

UK Bass Music

In the late 90s to early 2000s, Natalie found herself captivated by jungle, UK garage, and drum and bass raves. This led her to acquire turntables and records, embarking on a long journey through various sub genres of breakbeat.

She has had the honour of sharing the decks with many of her musical heroes such as:

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