Richie Monaghan, also known as R.E.C., is a DJ and producer from Donegal, Ireland who now resides in Boston, Massachusetts.

He developed a love for electronic music while attending festivals in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and after moving to Dublin in 2002, he began developing his DJ skills and investing in his record collection.

He played his debut gig at the Pod nightclub in Dublin, and also began exploring production by attending classes and seminars.

R.E.C. is known for his focus on the role of the “warm up DJ,” and he has gained support slots across Ireland and Massachusetts for DJs such as John Digweed and Mr. C.

He has also released an EP, “Unexpected”, on Compatible Music in collaboration with his production partner Confute, which received support from top DJs. R.E.C. is currently a resident DJ with Boston-based promoters Dusk Till Done.

Other releases by R.E.C. on Compatible Music include “Low Roller” with Confute, “Wash Over” with Confute, the solo EP “Trisk“, and his latest release, a separate EP called “Tremor“.