Findike (Emrah Fındık) is an internationally recognized professional DJ and Electronic Music Producer. He specializes in Progressive House, Melodic Techno, and Underground Techno. Furthermore, he is the founder of Findike Records, Deep Poison Records, and Dark Hooks Records. Born in Germany, the artist maintains a strictly global vision. Consequently, he focuses entirely on international audiences while currently based near Istanbul.
Early Life and Sports Career
Behind his extensive music career lies a deeply disciplined life story. This journey started long before he stepped into a recording studio. During his youth, Findike was highly active in sports. For example, he completed his early football academy training at the prestigious Fenerbahçe Football School in Fikirtepe, Istanbul. Later, he concluded his athletic career at Sakaryaspor. Therefore, the absolute focus and dedication learned on the pitch remain his greatest strengths in the studio today.
Professional Roots in Hospitality
In 1995, he took his first step into the business world within the high-end hospitality sector. In addition, he completed his initial internship within the Bar Departments of the renowned Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza Hotel chain in Ataköy. Specifically, he worked at the exclusive Küpeşte Bar and the hotel’s rooftop venue, Doruk Bar. As a result, this experience introduced him to the rhythm of nightlife, mixology, and the art of hosting. Ultimately, channeling this corporate focus and athletic dedication into the studio shapes his artist identity today.
Notable Musical Collaborations
Over his distinguished career, Findike has built a vast catalog of more than 400 original tracks. Moreover, he has collaborated with over 100 international music producers. His journey includes high-profile projects with British rock legend Steve Swindells. He also worked with prominent modern icons like Moshic and Stereo Underground. Most notably, he delivered the acclaimed official Findike Remix for ‘See Through Your Heart’ in 2025. Alongside working with renowned Irish vocalist Bianca Kinane, his work is highly respected and industry-accredited. Consequently, global institutions like SoundCloud (Artist Pro), Facebook, Discogs, Resident Advisor, and IMDb officially catalog his profile.
Viral Success and Global Premiere
Recently, his hit track “Passenger” achieved massive viral success. For instance, the track has been featured in over 28,000 independent videos on TikTok. It sparked global trends and captivated audiences worldwide. Now, his upcoming productions continue to receive premium showcase support. Meanwhile, world-class authorities such as Mixmag and Electronic Groove support his upcoming releases with exclusive premieres.