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DJ Feel (real name: Philipp Belikov) is a Russian DJ and producer, one of the leading figures of the Moscow and Russian club scene in the genres of trance and electronic dance music. He gained fame as a regular entrant of the DJ Mag Top 100 chart and as the founder of the large-scale festival and radio show Trancemission. Early Years and Career Start Philipp Belikov was born on December 30, 1980. From a young age, DJ Feel was passionate about electronic music, synthesizers, and DJ culture. Around the early 2000s, he began performing under the name “Feel,” recording his first tracks and remixes that combined energetic trance rhythms with melodic elements. Gradually, he made his way into the Russian club scene — performing at parties, participating in radio and dance…

Carolina Giraldo Navarro, known professionally as Karol G, is a Colombian singer, songwriter, and one of the most influential figures in modern Latin music. She has helped expand the boundaries of genre by blending urban, reggaeton, and Latin pop, establishing herself as a voice of her generation. Early Life and Beginnings Karol G was born on February 14, 1991, in Medellín, Colombia. From an early age, she showed a love for music, recording songs on a cassette recorder. As a teenager, she participated in the TV show Factor XS, where she gained recognition and confidence to pursue her musical career. After the competition, she moved to the United States to work on her music and collaborate with record labels. She later returned to Latin America, where she began releasing her…

Ay Yola is a Bashkir folk-pop group founded in Ufa in 2024. The project stands at the crossroads of ethnic, pop, and electronic music, blending Bashkir culture, traditional instruments, and epic storytelling into a modern sound. Formation and Members The group was launched in 2024 as a trio: Adel Shaikhitdinova — vocals, guitar, dombra; Ruslan Shaikhitdinov (known as DJ Ruslan Sever) — keyboards, bass, kyl-kubyz; Rinat Ramazanov — vocals and the kurai instrument. The idea for the project emerged after their collaboration on the song “Ufa Moya,” dedicated to the 450th anniversary of the city. The creative synergy inspired the musicians to form a group uniting the ancient and the modern. Musical Style and Concept Ay Yola builds its sound around…

NUTEKI is a Russian-Belarusian rock band formed in 2007. Their music combines alternative rock, elements of nu metal, and melodic rock. The group is known for its bold visual concepts, emotional songs, and powerful live performances. Beginnings and Formation In 2007, musicians Mikhail Nokarashvili (vocals) and Kirill Matiushenko (keyboards, programming) joined forces between Moscow and Minsk to create a shared musical project. Their concert and studio activity began with early singles and extensive touring across the CIS region. In the spring of 2008, the band released its debut track "Glass of My Soul", which quickly became a defining song in their repertoire. Soon after, Nuteki won a youth contest in Moscow and embarked on a tour of 45 cities across the CIS — a major step…

NaviBand is a Belarusian music duo representing the modern wave of indie pop and folk rock. They became known for their heartfelt sound, soft vocal harmony, and dedication to preserving national identity within popular music. The main members — Artyom Lukyanenko and Ksenia Zhuk — are not only a creative duo but also a married couple whose music has become a symbol of the new Belarusian scene. Early Years The story of NaviBand began in 2013 in Minsk, when two young musicians — Artyom and Ksenia — decided to unite their voices and musical vision. From the very start, they chose an independent path: writing their own songs, performing at festivals, and recording their early albums on their own. Their first songs were in Belarusian and Russian, filled with…

Enrico Sangiuliano — Italian DJ, composer, and producer, widely regarded as one of the leading figures in modern techno and melodic techno. He is known for his powerful live sets, atmospheric releases on labels such as Drumcode, Truesoul, Intec, and his own imprint NINETOZERO, as well as for his collaborations with Charlotte de Witte, with whom he shares both a creative and personal partnership. Early Life and Beginnings Enrico Sangiuliano was born in Reggio Emilia, Italy, in the 1980s. From an early age, he was fascinated by electronics and acoustics, building his own amplifiers, playing drums, and recording early experiments on cassette tapes. As a teenager, he discovered Italy’s 1990s club scene and began creating homemade tracks — a period that shaped his desire…

Matrang — the stage name of Russian musician, singer, and rapper Alan Arkadievich Khadzaragov (born April 20, 1995, Vladikavkaz). He is known for his unique style that blends pop, rap, hip-house, and atmospheric melodies. His track “Meduza” earned him widespread recognition across the Russian-speaking music scene. Origin and Early Life Alan Khadzaragov was born and raised in Vladikavkaz in a family where his mother was a teacher and his father a doctor (who had played in a rock band in his youth). From childhood, he showed interest in music, singing, theater, and art. At the age of seven, he became a soloist in the choir “Arion”, performing at competitions and touring with the group. During his school years, Alan was fond of literature, poetry, and…

Dmitry Koldun — a Belarusian singer, musician, and composer, best known for representing Belarus at the Eurovision Song Contest 2007 with the song “Work Your Magic”. He became the first Belarusian artist to reach the Eurovision final and remains one of the most recognizable pop-rock performers in the post-Soviet space. Early Years Dmitry Alexandrovich Koldun was born on June 11, 1985 in Minsk (then part of the Belarusian SSR). He showed a strong interest in music and singing from childhood, performing in school choirs and local concerts. After finishing school, he entered the Belarusian State University, Faculty of Chemistry, but continued pursuing music and performing actively. Career Beginnings Koldun’s first major public appearance took place in 2004 on…

Aygün Kazımova — Azerbaijani singer, actress, producer, and one of the most renowned stars of the modern Eastern European pop scene. She is rightfully considered the “Queen of Azerbaijani pop music” — an artist whose career spans more than three decades and has had a profound influence on the development of Azerbaijan’s music industry. Early Life and Beginnings Aygün Kazımova was born on January 26, 1971 in Baku (Azerbaijan SSR). From a young age, she showed a strong interest in music, dance, and performance. She studied at a music school and actively participated in school contests and festivals. Her rise to fame began after winning the national competition “Baku Autumn” (1988), where she was recognized as the best performer. Soon…

Cosmic Gate is a German electronic music duo and one of the most influential projects in the history of trance music. Formed in the late 1990s in Germany by producers Claus Terhoeven (Nic Chagall) and Stefan Bossems (Bossi), the duo has spent over two decades crafting a unique sound that blends the power of classic trance with modern melodic emotion — earning worldwide acclaim and a devoted global fanbase. Beginnings and Formation The story of Cosmic Gate began in 1999 when Nic Chagall and Bossi, both already active in Cologne’s studio scene, decided to join forces. Their debut single “The Drums” became a club hit, but it was “Exploration of Space” and “Fire Wire” (2001) that made their name synonymous with the new wave of energetic…

Vibessmusic is an electronic music project founded by Russian musician and producer Eldar Aliev from Krasnoyarsk. Since 2017, the project has been steadily developing its own sound in the genres of Deep House, Slap House, and Melodic House, creating music that blends danceable rhythm, emotional harmony, and atmospheric sound design. Origins and Development Vibessmusic began as a home-production experiment but quickly evolved into a full-fledged electronic project with an international audience. Eldar Aliev started by creating remixes and original tracks, publishing them on YouTube and streaming platforms. Thanks to his distinctive melodic approach and signature sound, his compositions gradually gained popularity, appearing in curated playlists such as “Chill House”,…

A'Studio — a legendary pop group from Kazakhstan, founded in 1987 in the city of Alma-Ata (now Almaty). The band quickly became one of the most popular and influential musical acts in the post-Soviet space. A'Studio blends elegant pop, funk, jazz, and soul with distinctive vocals and flawless production. For decades, the group has remained a benchmark of style, quality, and musical sophistication. Early Years The band was formed by musicians Baigali Serkebayev, Baglan Sadvakasov, and Vladimir Mikloshich under the name “Alma-Ata Studio” — from which the shorter name A'Studio originated. From the beginning, the group stood out for its professional arrangements, clean sound, and charismatic performance. The first vocalist of the band was Batyrkhan Shukenov —…

Faithless — a British electronic music group formed in 1995 in London. The collective became a symbol of the spiritual side of electronic music, blending trance, house, trip-hop, and spoken word. Faithless created a unique sound where philosophical lyrics meet powerful dance energy. The project was founded by Maxi Jazz (vocals), Sister Bliss (producer, keyboards), and Rollo Armstrong (producer, brother of singer Dido). Early Years The story of Faithless began in the mid-1990s when Rollo and Sister Bliss started working together in the studio. Their goal was to create electronic music with soul and meaning. They were soon joined by Maxi Jazz, a poet and MC known for his profound, philosophical lyrics. Their debut single “Salva Mea” (1995) became an instant club hit…

Aphex Twin (real name — Richard David James) is a British composer, producer, DJ, and a pioneer of experimental electronic music. He is regarded as one of the most influential electronic artists of the 20th–21st centuries. Aphex Twin is known for his innovative sound design, unconventional rhythms, and mysterious persona that blend technology, art, and absurdity. Early Life Richard D. James was born on August 18, 1971, in Limerick, Ireland, and grew up in Cornwall, England. From an early age, he was fascinated by electronics and device building — he assembled synthesizers and recorded sounds on cassette tapes. He began producing his first tracks at the age of 12 using equipment he built himself. As a teenager, Aphex Twin performed at underground parties in Cornwall,…

Blur is a legendary British rock band formed in 1988 in London. The group is considered one of the founders of the britpop genre and had a tremendous influence on the development of the British music scene of the 1990s. The band members are Damon Albarn (vocals, keyboards), Graham Coxon (guitar), Alex James (bass), and Dave Rowntree (drums). Early Years and Formation The future members of Blur met while studying at Goldsmiths College in London. The group was originally called Seymour, but on the advice of their label Food Records, they changed the name to Blur. Their debut album “Leisure” (1991) combined elements of shoegaze and Madchester, capturing the spirit of the early '90s. Although it wasn’t a major breakthrough, tracks like “There’s No Other…

Patrick Topping is a British DJ, producer, and founder of the TRICK label — one of the brightest figures in today’s tech house and underground scenes. He’s renowned for his powerful live performances, distinctive basslines, and high-energy sets that blend groove, acid, and drive. Patrick Topping has managed to combine underground aesthetics with festival energy, becoming the face of a new wave of British house music. Early Life and Career Patrick was born in Newcastle, UK, and developed a passion for club culture from an early age. In the early 2010s, he joined the legendary Hot Creations collective founded by Jamie Jones and Lee Foss. There, he took his first steps as a producer, absorbing the spirit of the Ibiza and London house scenes. In 2013, his debut release…

Shermanology is a Dutch musical duo formed by brother and sister Andy Sherman and Dorothy Sherman. Their style fuses elements of house, soul, gospel, and Caribbean funk, creating a unique sound that combines powerful vocals, raw emotion, and infectious dance energy. The project has become one of the defining acts in modern house music, representing the “soul of Amsterdam” and its cultural diversity. Early Years Andy and Dorothy Sherman come from a musical family with Caribbean roots. Their father was a jazz musician and their mother a singer — influences that deeply shaped their artistic identity. From an early age, they listened to Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Michael Jackson, and Caribbean music, all of which became the foundation of their signature sound. In the…

HI-LO — is the alias of Dutch DJ and producer Oliver Heldens, under which he explores a deeper, darker, and more energetic side of techno and melodic house. This project represents the artist’s second creative persona — a symbol of his evolution, maturity, and experimentation. HI-LO fuses Heldens’ recognizable groove with an underground atmosphere and has earned recognition from techno legends such as Adam Beyer, Charlotte de Witte, Reinier Zonneveld, and Enrico Sangiuliano. Early Years and Project Creation HI-LO was born in 2015 when Oliver Heldens, already a global future house superstar, decided to create a new alias for his darker, heavier tracks. The name “HI-LO” is a play on words, reflecting his artistic duality —…

Green Velvet (real name — Curtis Alan Jones) is an American DJ, producer, and one of the pioneers of Chicago house, techno, and electro. He is known for his distinctive sound, his stage persona with green hair, and eccentric performances. Green Velvet has become a cult figure in the global club scene, blending elements of acid house, techno, funk, and spoken word into his music. Early Years Curtis Alan Jones was born on April 26, 1968, in Chicago, USA. Coming from a middle-class family, he was passionate about music from an early age — from Prince and Parliament-Funkadelic to classic soul. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in electrical engineering but soon devoted himself entirely to music. It was in Chicago — the cradle of house music…

Lee Foss is an American DJ, music producer, and one of the leading figures in modern house and tech house music. He is best known as the founder of the labels Hot Creations, Emerald City, and Repopulate Mars, as well as a member of the acclaimed projects Hot Natured and Pleasure State. Foss is considered one of the artists who redefined the sound of club music in the 2010s by blending disco, funk, and deep house with modern groove and melodic depth. Early Years Lee Foss was born and raised in Chicago (USA) — the birthplace of house music. From a young age, he was passionate about DJing, drawing inspiration from scene pioneers such as Frankie Knuckles, Derrick Carter, DJ Sneak, and Green Velvet. His first experiments with sound began in the 1990s, when he played at local parties…