Israeli producer and DJ, born 16 April 1964 in Tel Aviv. Often collaborates with vocalist and songwriter Maya Simantov as Offer Nissim Feat. Maya.

Offer Nissim made his name as a DJ, specializing in creating a signature progressive/tribal house sound recognized instantly. He has performed/spun his mixes and studio works all over the world. Nissim’s production work began in 1993, and over the years he has had a hand in a number of singles and remixes, featuring works by Beyoncé, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Cher, and Deborah Cox.

His success as a producer/remixer is what brought renowned US producer and DJ Peter Rauhofer to sign Nissim to his New York-based label Star 69 Records in 2004. That same year, other than being the top leading DJ in Israel, Nissim became an icon among music lovers all over the country, when he was named DJ and man of the year, for the fourth year in a row, by the music and nightlife magazines DJ Ha’ir and Layla.

Nissim spins at various festivals and gay events around the world. The electrifying and striking presence on the turntables and the unique sound created in Nissim’s studio works, have come to immediately bring his name to mind among clubbers in general, and gay clubbers in particular. Nissim’s performance, which combines sweeping moves with an energetic atmosphere, creates a very unique link between himself and his audience. Nissim has established himself as a cultural hero, enjoying the success of his various albums, and is responsible for the musical production and success of Dana International, winner of the 1998 Eurovision Song Contest.

Offer Nissim has ranked 4 times on DJ Magazine’s annual list of Top 100 DJs: in 2006 (29th), in 2007 (56th), in 2008 (51st) and in 2009 (43rd).