WILLIAM FOREST

ABF CLUB // Every Wednesday 23h CET (= 22h UTC)

ABF Producer & ABF Audio Engineer

William Forest is a French DJ, producer, radio producer, and musician based in Rouen, France. Active in the electronic music scene for many years, he is known for his versatile productions in melodic techno, deep house, progressive house, and mashups, as well as his long-standing involvement in radio and online broadcasting.

Career & background

William Forest (real name Wim v d Bossche in some profiles, though primarily operating under the William Forest moniker in France) has been passionate about electronic music for decades. He previously performed as DJ Hurricane from the mid-1990s onward, before adopting his current alias around 2015 when he shifted focus toward production.

He has a rich history in radio production, having contributed mixes and shows on platforms like Radio FG (with notable continuous DJ mixes such as the Enormous Tunes series in 2014), ONE WORLD RADIO (associated with Tomorrowland), and RVS (Radio Vibration Service). His work bridges classic house vibes with modern electronic sounds, often featuring sunny, groovy, and uplifting tracks.

Productions & collaborations

As a producer, William Forest releases original tracks and remixes on labels such as Manual Music, Particles, Stellar Fountain, and others. Standout releases include:

• Trizee (and its remixes by Sam Scheme, Andrew Case)
• Odd Shaped Eyes (with Max Cue)
• Obscured By Fog
• Blighted Shade (with Namatjira Remix)
• Valley Up

He is also highly active in the mashup world, frequently collaborating with DJ Shark on fun, creative bootlegs and mashups featuring artists like Jeff Beck, Lauryn Hill, Madeon, House of Pain, and more. Examples include "Jump Around", "Guys You Know You'd Better Watch Out", and others shared on his SoundCloud.

His style blends melodic and deep elements with festival-ready energy, making his tracks suitable for club play and radio.

Media presence & activities

William Forest maintains a strong online presence:

• SoundCloud (soundcloud.com/william-forest): Main hub for mixes, originals, mashups, and podcasts (e.g., Forest Radio Show series)
• Facebook (William Forest page): Updates on productions, radio features, and personal posts
• Bandcamp, Twitch, and Instagram for additional content and live streams

He continues to produce and share music actively in 2026, with a loyal following appreciating his blend of classic influences and contemporary groove.

Quote often linked to his vibe: « Music that makes you feel good — from the heart of the dancefloor. »

A dedicated figure in the French electronic underground, William Forest combines decades of DJ experience with fresh productions and creative mashups, keeping the spirit of house and techno alive through radio, streams, and releases.