Born into a family of church organists, for Doug Loch the dancefloor has always been the place of worship. From his formative years as a classically trained pianist and guitarist, where musical discipline and structure were foundational, he found his tribe at Manchester’s legendary Haçienda, shaping a sound that sits at the intersection of musical composition and dancefloor movement, reflecting his musical mantra: equal emphasis on melody and rhythm.
After a distinguished 30 year career as an international finance lawyer, Doug returned to music with renewed focus in 2023, approaching production and DJing with the same precision and intent that defined his professional life. He founded People Like Us, a Sydney-based label and event series with a community-led focus, for dedicated music lovers seeking ongoing musicality, depth and connection. What began as a platform for his own productions has rapidly grown into a respected underground brand and community, hosting events that reflect his core equal emphasis philosophy.
