Rezz

Isabelle Rezazadeh performs under the stylized name Rezz and is a Ukrainian-Canadian DJ and record producer known for her dark, mid-tempo bass sound. She rose to prominence in the electronic dance music scene with her signature masked persona and heavy, hypnotic production style. Her career began in 2015 with the EP Insurrection, followed by a pivotal signing to Deadmau5's Mau5trap label in 2016. This partnership launched her debut album Mass Manipulation in 2017, which topped the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart.

She continued to evolve her sonic identity with releases like Certain Kind of Magic and Spiral before founding her own imprint, HypnoVizion Records, in 2024. Her most recent album As the Pendulum Swings arrived in 2025, drawing from French electro and dark techno influences. As of 2026, she remains a defining figure in the genre despite taking an indefinite touring hiatus due to health challenges. [edit]

Isabelle Rezazadeh was born in Ukraine on March 28, 1995, but spent her formative years in Niagara Falls, Ontario. She attended high school in the Niagara region where she first cultivated an interest in music production. Before achieving professional success, she worked various jobs while creating tracks in her bedroom using FL Studio software. Her early musical diet consisted of industrial metal and dubstep, genres that would later merge into her unique mid-tempo style. This slower, heavier variation of dubstep became her trademark sound. The mask she now wears as her stage identity started as a prop for a Halloween party, but fans responded so positively to the anonymity that it evolved into her permanent visual brand. She gained initial traction in the UK bass scene with her 2015 debut EP Insurrection released through Owsla's sub-label Nest HQ, setting the stage for her major breakthrough. [edit]

The turning point for Rezz came in 2016 when she signed with Deadmau5's label, Mau5trap. This partnership yielded two EPs, The Silence is Deafening and Something Wrong Here, before her debut studio album Mass Manipulation dropped in 2017. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart and featured the hit single "Prophecy." She followed this success with Certain Kind of Magic in 2018, performing at major festivals including Coachella and Lollapalooza. That same year she won the Juno Award for Electronic Album of the Year.

In 2021, she moved to RCA Records to release Spiral, incorporating more vocal features and darker textures. By 2024, she asserted full creative control by founding HypnoVizion Records, releasing her fourth album Can You See Me?. Her fifth album As the Pendulum Swings arrived in 2025. In April 2026, she cancelled her scheduled performances at Coachella Weekend Two due to health issues. She subsequently announced a complete cancellation of all remaining 2026 dates and an indefinite touring hiatus, stating that her body forced her to stop. Despite the hiatus, she continues to produce music and work on a psychological horror film script. [edit]

Media portrays Rezz as an enigmatic artist who prioritizes her art over celebrity culture. Her content tone is consistently dark, moody, and introspective, matching her musical style. On social media, she maintains a mysterious voice, rarely posting personal photos, focusing instead on visual art, music snippets, and promotional material for her label. Her signature look involves wearing a black full-face mask with glowing eyes during performances, creating an anonymous stage presence that has become synonymous with her brand. She is viewed as a serious musician who values her anonymity and artistic integrity above fame. [edit]

iFANN has not yet collected fame data for Rezz in its August 2026 rankings, so no global placement can be assigned. Her fanbase does not have a widely recognized official collective name, though members often refer to themselves as "Rezzers" within online communities. The fandom is highly organized on platforms like Reddit and Discord, where fans coordinate stream parties for new releases and support merchandise drops. Notable rituals include synchronized lighting and crowd behavior during live shows, where attendees often wear masks similar to hers. The community is known for its dedication to her dark aesthetic and active participation in charity drives initiated by the artist. [edit]

Rezz is currently writing the script and soundtrack for a psychological horror film, marking her expansion into cross-media storytelling. Although raised in Canada, she maintains a connection to her Ukrainian heritage which occasionally influences her musical themes. She founded HypnoVizion Records specifically to maintain complete creative control over her output, a move that distinguished her from many peers who stayed with major labels. The mask she wears has become a cultural icon; the moment she removes it during a set, if she does, is treated as a rare legendary event by fans. Her 2018 Coachella debut was a breakout moment characterized by a massive LED wall and her signature dark visuals. In 2026, community events featured collaborations with Khi Kool-Aid, a frequent friend and collaborator. [edit]

Rezz keeps her family life strictly private and rarely discusses her parents or siblings in public interviews. She was raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario, after being born in Ukraine. There are no reported children or spouses, and she focuses heavily on her music and business ventures. While tabloids occasionally speculate about her personal life due to her high profile in the EDM circuit, no credible sources have verified a specific relationship status beyond her being single. She lives in the Greater Toronto Area, though specific details about her home are not publicly disclosed. [edit]

Deadmau5, Skrillex, Khi Kool-Aid[edit]

Rezz maintains a notably private personal life with no confirmed public records of marriages, engagements, or long-term romantic relationships. As of 2026, there are no verified reports of a boyfriend or partner in interviews or on social media. While tabloids occasionally speculate about flings due to her high profile in the EDM circuit, no credible sources have confirmed a specific relationship status beyond her being single. She focuses heavily on her music and business ventures rather than dating. There are no reported children. Her latest reported status as of mid-2026 remains single. [edit]

iFANN currently estimates Rezz's net worth at approximately $2.6 million. This figure reflects her earnings from live performance fees, digital streaming royalties, merchandise sales, and ownership of her label HypnoVizion Records. Headlining festival slots typically command between $50,000 and $100,000 per show, contributing significantly to her income. Digital streams across platforms have generated tens of millions of plays, providing a steady revenue stream. Her merchandise lines featuring masks and clothing also generate substantial profit. Real estate holdings in the Greater Toronto Area likely add to her assets, though these are not publicly disclosed. The estimate accounts for her catalog value and the higher profit margins retained through her own label compared to traditional deals. [edit]

Rezz won the Juno Award for Electronic Album of the Year in 2019 for her album Certain Kind of Magic. This recognition cemented her status as a leading figure in Canadian electronic music. She has been named one of the top rising stars in electronic dance music by both Billboard and DJ Mag during the late 2010s. [edit]