About Barry Diston

Music Producer • Studio Engineer • Composer


 

With over two decades of experience producing and engineering for some of the world’s biggest labels, Barry Diston is the founder and driving force behind Fidget Studios and Fidget Music. He’s the guy behind the scenes shaping underground weapons and commercial chart-toppers alike - mixing, mastering, and mentoring artists with a relentless passion for dance music.

His credits include work with Sony BMG, Ministry of Sound, Spinnin’ Records, Universal, New State Music, Euphoria, and Bonkers - alongside artists like Lethal Bizzle, Katy Perry, Mau Kilauea, Lisa Lashes, Paul Morrell, and many more. You might not know the name, but you’ve definitely heard the work.

The Journey So Far

Barry’s music journey began in the early 2000s with headline gigs at iconic clubs and festivals, performing live electronic sets with full analogue hardware rigs. He wasn’t just DJing; he was taking the studio to the stage.

After launching multiple record labels under the Fidget name, Barry turned his focus to helping other artists develop their sound. With hundreds of releases under his belt and his own double-CD compilation in the archives, he’s helped shape music that’s featured on major CD albums, national radio stations including BBC Radio 1 and Kiss FM, and global playlists.

As a producer and engineer, Barry’s strength lies in versatility. He’s worked across house, deep house, tropical, tech, future house, trance, bassline, garage, hardcore, and everything in between - always with a sound that’s tailored to the artist, not just the genre.

Laser Focused

Sessions are efficient, structured, and goal-driven - no wasted time, just results.

Easy to Work With

Professional, relaxed, and collaborative - artists feel comfortable and supported throughout the session.

Genre-Defying

Barry builds tracks that reflect your unique sound - not someone else’s.

Today, Barry works with artists across the world both remotely and in person - shaping sound, refining ideas, and making sure every session ends with a track ready for the dancefloor.

Work With Barry
"Thank you Fidget Studio, thank you Barry. Had a great day, great time and a great Production."
"An absolute pleasure every time. Barry is an absolute genius, he will produce masterful, creative ideas and has the ability to persue your own however difficult or wild they may be!"
Thomas
“Barry Diston is the happiest and most helpful man I have ever worked with, makes a good cup of tea too :) Highly recommend Fidget Studios.”
Stacy
“Simply awesome!!!!!!!!!!”
Keith
“As usual I was provided with an invaluable service in getting my track to where I wanted it to be. I left the studio more than happy with the result and feeling like my money had been well spent. I'm looking forward to working with Barry again on my next project and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone thinking of using a studio to record their music.”
Corey
“Once again magic is achieved at Fidget Studio, Barry the wizard never fails to deliver, pure class and absolute perfection!”
Jasraj and Columb (Duplex)