Chad Russell, known professionally as The Idahoan, is a DJ, producer, and event promoter based in Idaho Falls who has become a notable figure in the region’s underground electronic music scene. Since beginning his DJ career in 2019, he has established himself through consistent performances at local events, livestreams, and community-driven shows, while also building a presence online through platforms like Mixcloud. His work spans DJing, music production, and promotion, positioning him as a multi-faceted contributor to East Idaho’s growing EDM culture.

As an artist, The Idahoan focuses on progressive and underground house music, delivering sets designed to create immersive, story-driven experiences for dancefloors, livestream audiences, and intimate venues. His sound blends modern progressive house with influences from 1990s electronica, emphasizing melodic depth, energy, and flow. In addition to performing, he releases original music through independent labels and plays a key role in developing the regional scene through event production and his involvement with Atlantic Progression, an artist collaborative and underground dance music label aimed at supporting artists and expanding underground electronic music in Idaho and beyond.