
Mr. Scruff
English DJ Andrew Carthy
Mr. Scruff, the revered alias of British DJ and producer Andrew Carthy, continues to be a mainstay in the UK’s vibrant dance and acid jazz scenes. Known for his eclectic and playful approach behind the decks, Mr. Scruff’s artistry is marked by expansive genre-blending and live music performances that create a unique dancefloor experience. His recent collaboration, the "Bhangra House Xtc: Holle Holle Revisited" EP, released in April 2024, exemplifies his knack for innovative remixes—blending Bhangra, acid house, and dub while paying homage to late vocalist Manjeet Kondal and producer Deepak Khazanchi.
On the live circuit, Mr. Scruff remains in high demand, headlining shows such as his back-to-back set with Nightmares on Wax at Progress in Manchester. He has also graced the lineup at flagship events such as REPERcussion at the Boiler Room in the UK, supporting headliner DJ Shadow among an impressive roster of talent. Looking ahead to June 2026, Mr. Scruff is set to perform at Beyond The Pale Volume No.5 at Glendalough Estate in Ireland, sharing the bill with headliners including Primal Scream and Soulwax.
With a catalogue spanning acclaimed albums like "Ninja Tuna" and "Friendly Bacteria," and an ongoing presence at major gigs and tour dates, Mr. Scruff continues to shape the landscape of British electronic and dance music. Follow Mr. Scruff to stay informed on his latest releases and discover where his next concerts and performances will take place.
Mr. Scruff Gigs
Featuring laurent garnier, dj shadow, jordan rakei, soul ii soul, kamaal williams, tom misch, moses boyd, jayda g and more.


Sun, Apr 5 - progress Manchester
mr. scruff b2b nightmares on wax
Mr. Scruff tops a progress Manchester bill with Nightmares On Wax, spanning acid jazz, electronica and dance on 5 April 2026.

Sat, Jun 13 - Glendalough Estate
Beyond The Pale Volume No.5
Mr. Scruff joins the 13 June Glendalough Estate bill, folding acid jazz, electronica and dance into Beyond The Pale Volume No.5.
