Jose Gutierrez a.k.a. "Jose 2 Hype", DJ Extraordinaire, is a native of Illinois. He was influenced during the latter half of the Disco era which established his love for music. Upon moving to Guadalajara, Mexico (1983), he began his DJ career. Spinning four years at a prominent nightclub, he relocated to Las Vegas. Jose found himself spinning parties of all kinds. By 1990, he found his opportunity in something he could relate to: The Techno-Rave scene, thus "Jose 2 Hype" was born.

And so it began, he became one of the pioneers to break the Rave culture in the City of Sin, spinning at literally hundreds of raves locally and across the country. Shortly after, Jose 2 Hype began producing tracks starting with the "Jose 2 Hype E.P." which appeared under his own independent label "2 HYPE RECORDS". The success of tracks like "Move Dat Culito," "Jax Back" and "Clap Your Hands" paved the way for getting signed with and representing one of the most influential "Hard House" record labels known at that time: "UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION."(Chicago) Via this medium, Jose presented to the dance community cuts like "Jack Attack" and "Dance Your Ass Off." Jose 2 Hype's producing and remixing skills then led him to produce for other labels as well, "RENEGADE RECORDS" (Chicago) "PEERLESS" (Mexico) and most recently, "SHOCK RECORDS" (UK). Recently Jose released the music video of "YES" which has been shown in over 55 countries. Most of his titles have been featured on internationally known DJ mix compilations and all of his records have been sold throughout the world.

After being a 7year resident DJ at the world famous Studio 54 Jose 2 Hype now is Music Director and Resident DJ of Tabu Ultra Lounge (MGM Grand). He also makes occasional guest appearances at other venues worlwide, Currently Jose produces and remixes traxx for domestic, as well as, international record labels. He is currently releasing tracks on his label "2 Hype Records" which are available on Beatport, Expessbeats and Dancerecords For complete information and listing on released recordings, upcoming tracks and tracks featured on mix cd's check out his Discography **For additional notable Information on Jose go to Hallmarks