Born Ben Thomson, Ben UFO emerged from London’s post-dubstep scene in the late 2000s after co-founding Hessle Audio alongside Pearson Sound and Pangaea. The label became one of the most influential imprints in modern electronic music, releasing early records from artists like James Blake, Blawan, and Objekt while helping redefine UK club music. Despite never pursuing a traditional production career, Ben became internationally recognized for his exceptional skills behind the decks, proving that world-class DJing could stand on its own.