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‘She’s one of us!’ The dizzying rise of Hannah Laing, Scottish dental nurse turned superstar doof-doof DJ

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Claire Biddles
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Hannah Laing, a Scottish DJ and producer from Dundee, has risen from a dental nurse to a global hard dance superstar with millions of listeners and an Ibiza residency. She recently curated the sold-out 'Doof in the Park' festival in her hometown, emphasizing community and giving back. Laing, known for her 'aggressively euphoric' music, quit her dental nurse job in 2022 after a breakthrough Creamfields set and launched her Doof record label in 2024. She is also establishing Doof Studios, a DJ workshop in Dundee, to support aspiring DJs and vulnerable individuals.

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  1. 1 2014: Hannah Laing landed her first Ibiza residency.
  2. 2 2022: She quit her dental nurse job after a breakthrough set at Creamfields.
  3. 3 2024: Laing launched her record label, Doof.
  4. 4 This summer: She is playing a residency at Hï in Ibiza and releasing her techno-influenced Into the Bounce EP.
  5. 5 Last weekend: Doof in the Park festival was held in Dundee.
  6. 6 Ongoing: Doof Studios, a DJ workshop, is under construction in Dundee.
  • Millions of listeners for her music
  • Sold-out festival in Dundee
  • Establishment of Doof record label
  • Upcoming Doof Studios for community support
  • Increased visibility and appreciation for hard dance music
What: Hannah Laing, a Scottish DJ and producer, has achieved superstar status in hard dance music, culminating in a sold-out festival in her hometown and plans for a community DJ workshop.
When: Last weekend (Doof in the Park festival), with ongoing career developments.
Where: Dundee, Scotland; Ibiza; Manchester; Amsterdam; Tokyo.
Why: Laing's unique hard dance style, her commitment to her community, and her relatable journey from dental nurse to global DJ have resonated with a large and dedicated fanbase.
How: By consistently producing and performing hard dance, trance, and techno music, securing residencies, launching her own record label (Doof), and organizing community-focused events and initiatives like Doof in the Park and the upcoming Doof Studios.

Hannah Laing, a Scottish DJ and producer from Dundee, has risen from a dental nurse to a global hard dance superstar with millions of listeners and an Ibiza residency. She recently curated the sold-out 'Doof in the Park' festival in her hometown, emphasizing community and giving back. Laing, known for her 'aggressively euphoric' music, quit her dental nurse job in 2022 after a breakthrough Creamfields set and launched her Doof record label in 2024. She is also establishing Doof Studios, a DJ workshop in Dundee, to support aspiring DJs and vulnerable individuals.