Born in Manhattan and raised in Beirut, Joey Akl aka Panté has translated his early influences of trance and Middle Eastern music into a unique melodic house blend that has proved mesmerizing and captivating with his initial releases on the globally-acclaimed Dutch label Armada Music. He takes inspiration since his early deck-spinning days which started as early as 15 years old, allowing him to perfect his craft and arming him today with a unique taste in music that almost always includes an arsenal of classics and nostalgics while leaving a lasting impression on an unsuspecting crowd. Back in NYC, his musical journey is still considered in its early stages and while his productions are still raw and ripe for the picking, his releases have seen support from the likes of Vintage Culture, Leftwing : Kody and RÜFÜS among others.