Alex Christensen
close-up of Alex Christensen wearing a black v-neck t-shirt and a black jacket, grinning and looking right of camera
Christensen in 2009
Background information
Born (1967-04-07) 7 April 1967
Germany
OriginWilhelmsburg, Hamburg, Germany
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Music producer
  • DJ
  • songwriter
  • session musician
Instrument(s)
  • Turntables
  • keyboards
  • vocals
Years active1991–present
Formerly ofU96
Spouse(s)Nicole Safft
Websitealexchristensen.net

Alex Christensen (born 7 April 1967), also known by his stage names Jasper Forks or Alex C., is a German dance music producer, songwriter, and DJ generally known as the face and one of the founding members of U96. Since 2002, he has been collaborating with Yasmin K.

Music career

Christensen started in 1991 as a music producer and DJ, and had his first success in 1991 with the U96 single "Das Boot". In several countries, this track was the first techno song to reach the number one position. Since 2002, Christensen also works under the name Alex C. and frequently collaborates with Yasmin K., whom he met as a judge on the second season of Popstars.

Christensen in 2002

As a producer and composer, Christensen has worked for artists such as Right Said Fred, Marky Mark, Tom Jones, *NSYNC, Rollergirl, Marianne Rosenberg, Sarah Brightman, and ATC.

Christensen represented Germany at the final of the 2009 Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow together with Oscar Loya, performing the song "Miss Kiss Kiss Bang", finishing in 20th place.[1]

Christensen's song "Doktorspiele", which included additional vocals by Y-ass, won the 2008 Eurodanceweb Contest, determined by points assigned by a professional jury of disc jockeys, journalists, music producers, webmasters, and radio speakers from all over the world.[2]

One of the songs produced by Christensen, ATC's "Around the World (La La La La La)", was later sampled in Beat Ink's "Around the World" in 2008 and used in Chris Webby's "La La La" in 2009.

In 2007, Christensen released the song "Du hast den schönsten Arsch der Welt" in co-operation with Y-ass. It sampled The Soundlovers' "Run Away". This song marked an international breakthrough for Christensen and it was re-released in several other languages. In some countries, the melody was adjusted to local preferences.

Jasper Forks (2010–present)

In early 2010, Christensen adopted the name Jasper Forks to mark a move away from the dance productions he had previously been associated with. He began producing tech piano house, and his first single, "River Flows in You", made it to the top 10 of the airplay charts all across Europe. The track is composed by Korean pianist Yiruma. His follow-up single, "Alone", was released in January 2011.[3] In 2013, he released "J'aime Le Diable".

Personal life

Christensen is married to Nicole Safft. Their son is amateur golfer Tiger Christensen.[4]

Discography

Studio albums

Title Details Peak chart positions
GER
[5]		 AUT
[6]		 SWI
[7]
Euphorie
(feat Y-ass)
  • Release date: 8 February 2008
  • Label: Polydor
  • Formats: CD
 2019—
Heart 4 Sale!
(as Alex Swings Oscar Sings!)
  • Release date: 2009
  • Label: 313 Music
  • Formats: CD
 ———
Classical '90s Dance
(Alex Christensen & the Berlin Orchestra)
  • Release date: 6 October 2017
  • Label: Starwatch, Warner
  • Formats: CD, 2×LP, digital
 103058
Classical '90s Dance 2
(Alex Christensen & The Berlin Orchestra)
  • Release date: 19 October 2018
  • Label: Starwatch, Warner
  • Formats: CD, 2×LP, digital
 43958
Classical '90s Dance 3
(Alex Christensen & The Berlin Orchestra)
  • Release date: 1 November 2019
  • Label: Starwatch, Warner
  • Formats: CD, 2×LP, digital
 1559—
Classical '80s Dance
(Alex Christensen & The Berlin Orchestra)
  • Release date: September 2021
  • Label: Seven.One Starwatch, Universal
  • Formats: CD, 2×LP, digital
 63543
Classical '90s Dance: The Icons
(Alex Christensen & The Berlin Orchestra)
  • Release date: 6 October 2023
  • Label: Starwatch, Universal
  • Formats: CD, 2×LP, digital
 6——
"—" denotes releases that did not chart.

Charted singles as Alex C.

Year Single Peak chart positions Certification Album
GER
[5]		 AUT
[6]		 BEL
[8]		 NED
[9]		 SWE
[10]		 SWI
[7]
As Alex C.
2002 "Rhythm of the Night"
(featuring Yasmin K.)		 2828———81 Non-album singles
"Amigos Forever"
(featuring Yasmin K.)		 35————86
2003 "Angel of Darkness"
(featuring Yasmin K.)		 2139————
2007 "Du hast den schönsten Arsch der Welt"/
"Sweetest Ass in the World"
(featuring Yass)		 1127385750 Euphorie
2008 "Doktorspiele"
(featuring Yass)		 43————
"Du bist so Porno"
(featuring Yass)		 2112————
"Liebe zu dritt"
(featuring Yass)		 2829———— Non-album singles
2009 "Dancing Is Like Heaven"
(featuring Yass)		 4141————
2012 "L'amour toujours"
(featuring Yass vs. Ski)		 —43———40
2013 "Feed Me Diamonds"
(featuring Lisa Rowe)		 —60————
"—" denotes releases that did not chart.

Charted singles as Alex Swings Oscar Sings!

Year Single Peak chart positions Album
GER
[5]		 AUT
[6]		 SWE
[10]		 UK
[12]
2009 "Miss Kiss Kiss Bang" 20713585 Heart 4 Sale
"—" denotes releases that did not chart.

References

  1. ↑ "Eurovision Song Contest: Details: Germany 2009: Alex Swings Oscar Sings, "Miss Kiss Kiss Bang"". Archived from the original on 3 October 2012. Retrieved 28 May 2010.
  2. ↑ "Eurodance Web Contest 2008". Eurodanceweb.net. Archived from the original on 15 November 2010. Retrieved 3 January 2011.
  3. ↑ Discogs bio
  4. ↑ "Golf: Tiger Christensen – Sohn von Kult-DJ Alex peilt Karriere wie Woods an". SPORT1 (in German). 24 July 2020. Retrieved 13 February 2023.
  5. 1 2 3 "Alex C." offiziellecharts.de (in German). GfK Entertainment charts. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  6. 1 2 3 "Alex Christensen Discographie / Fan Warden". Austrian Charts. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  7. 1 2 "Alex Christensen". Swiss Hit Parade. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  8. ↑ "Alex Christensen Discografie". Ultratop. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  9. ↑ "ALEX C. FEAT. Y-ASS – Du hast den schönsten Arsch der Welt". Dutch Charts. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  10. 1 2 "ALEX C. FEAT. Y-ASS – The Sweetest Ass in the World (song)". Swedish Charts. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  11. ↑ "Gold-/Platin-Datenbank". musikindustrie. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
  12. ↑ "Miss Kiss Kiss Bang by Alex Swings Oscar Sings". Official Charts. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
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