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SAMANTA DE FLORIO

Samanta De Florio a.k.a 5am. She started producing music at the beginning of 2020. She played at Masada with Hoover crew, Leoncavallo and Tornavento in Milan. Her music background is a mix of techno, italodisco and funk from the 80/90's.

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ROBERTA DE FLORIO

ROBERTA is an Italian Berlin-based emerging dj. She had her debut in Tbilisi, London, Barcelona, Athens, Antwerp for Italove party at De Studio and Rome for Sound Tales Electronic Festival - in collaboration with Montreux Jazz Festival and has been interviewed by Couleur 3 Radio. Her sound is a mix of New-Wave, New Beat, Synth Pop, Italo disco dark gems, 80’s Electro and 90’s Trance.

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ANDREWWW

with Andrewww you get to experience the sound of the underground, of the red lights that makes your blood boil, a sound with strong British influences but characterised by elements completely out of dimension that make it unique and exciting; deep wubbles, decisive snares over straight or broken rhythms, ethnic percussion, synths from outer space, catchy kicks and above all, a totally sexy bass line, all accompanied by distorted ~ electro vocas each andreww oi set tells the stor or in morent. ot his connection with the audience, with the club, with the city where he plays, with his psychophysical state, with a glance at the mixer and one on the dancefloor, never playing for himself, but to share something strong, for those who have made the dancefloor a way of life.

Currently based in Milan, his artistic and personal history has been full of influences from all over the world, in countries where he has lived and worked, finding in the souls on his path, the enthusiasm to pursue his career.

Over the years he has played in the USA, Mexico, Japan, Australia, France, Italy, Switzerland and Latvia, sharing the stage with some of the most promising artists on the local scene, and international big names including Dj Boring, Interplanetary Criminal, Suchi, Adam Pits, Yung Singh, Eclair Fifi, Young Marco, John Talabot, to name but a few, maturing and transforming his sound, along with his essence, time after time.

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PEPPE AMORE

Giuseppe Amoruoso (b. 1996) is an Italian producer and DJ based in Milan, IT. Peppe Amore has been part of the Milano music scene since 2018 when he start to pro- duce some renown Italian artists. He releases music as Peppe Amore. His dj sets encompass several genres such as Breakbeat, Electro, House, and sometimes in- corporating Urban.

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R.OCKS_

R.ocks_ has become a selector with an ability to blend, mix, and transport her listeners through different genres running from disco, synth-wave and italo-disco to Chicago house, eurotrance and acidhouse driving them into a cosmic and trippy journey.

Her sets are a fusion of energy, rhythms, and beats that transform the dance floor into a time machine, with each track transporting the people into a journey from a decade to another.

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CLOVER

Clover was born near a sea and raised near a lake. She makes advertising stuff when the sun is up, and lights up the dancefloor when the sun is down. Believes in flowers that have yet to bloom, sweat, everything that breaks the silence. In the holy chaos of music. Mountain Groove dj resident, she'll drive you through the sounds of the clover field.

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ZEN

Zen is a DJ and producer from Milan, passionate about electronic music and underground parties. For over ten years, Zen has dedicated himself to creating original music, mixing rhythmic sounds, engaging melodies and influences from various musical genres, from deep UK house to Detroit techno, with some influences from Berlin. His style is eclectic, capable of surprising and involving the dancefloor. He has played in several clubs in Milan and on Lake Maggiore, where he also organizes parties with the Mountain Groove crew. His performances are always full of energy and fun, and convey his passion for music and life.

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THOMAS COSTANTIN

Thomas Costantin is a DJ, Sound Creative Director, and Music Producer. He's been a resident DJ at Milan's Plastic club since 2014 and has worked as a music consultant for high-end fashion houses across Europe and New York. Thomas's passion for cinema, photography, vintage atmospheres, and technicolor influences his work, which is best represented by the vibrant color Red.

In 2018, Thomas began writing and composing his own music, and he released his first EP, Fire. In 2019, he released Variations, a soft and elegant album featuring fourteen electronic, dynamic, and rhythmic post-punk tracks, produced with Francesco Pistoi. The album highlights Thomas's sound research and his unique blend of jazz, pop, blues, and waltz influences.

Thomas's second album, Destination Experience, released in 2022 for Kanto Records, demonstrates his artistic growth and showcases his unique style and approach to music production. He continues to innovate and inspire in the music industry, constantly pushing boundaries and exploring new sounds. With his creative vision and dedication to his craft.

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INVERNO

Londra/Milano, XF2022, vvb. 'INVERNO' is a musical project born in London by Francesca Rigoni and produced by Vincenzo De Fraia (VDF) with international Electro/Alt-Pop influences, inspired by artists such as FKA TWIGS, BANKS, BILLIE EILISH, DOJA CAT, JAMES BLAKE, MURA MASA, LYKKE LI, and many others. The name 'INVERNO' represents an inner journey in search of oneself through love, wavering mental health, and therapy. It is a journey for everyone in the life of a generation that is in the middle, with much to give, to fight, and to discover.

The music of 'INVERNO' represents its personal redemption, from depressive and anxious phases to inner peace where the solution is to accept oneself and the cycle of life like the seasons, bringing winter with it to reach summer. Francesca participated in the auditions for X Factor Italy 2022, making it to the last call

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GRIEVANCE

A dark marriage between reality and dystopia, elaborated in an eclectic way that brings to light multiple worlds within the screaming half-soul of the artist. Grievance is a sound researcher, DJ and producer born in Salerno and based in Milan, Italy.

"Even though we have our feet firmly planted on the earth, we feel a longing for heaven”

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ZAREEN

Vintage soul all around, Federica Messaggeri Salem, known as ZAREEN in art, is an italian-egyptian DJette with funky sounds and groovy rhythms, particularly fond of the french touch, old-school house, and the black music that defined the disco scene from the 70s to the 90s. In her musical selections, you can also hear tracks from the funky scene with Middle Eastern influences, reflecting her Egyptian origins. Her musical choices also include more recent pieces that nod to retro tones and dance moves.

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MARY GEHNYEI

Born in Rome with Liberian roots,she started her musical adventure as an mc in most of the important Italians club. In the meantime she started working in the cinema industry as an assistant and costume designer alongside incredibile Italians filmmakers, Marco Bellocchio, Michele Placido and Sergio Rubini.

During the years she collected Vinyls, at the beginning It was just for her own listening but finally a became a fantastic obsession that takes her to Play. That's how she was born as an artist,a female dj with an interesting and eclectic musical background, with soul, reggae and afro influence, reaching to what she loves and she plays with her vinyls. From 2016 she started working as a dj,playing with internationals artists like Tony Humphries, Andrew Watherall, K-Hand , Soul Clap and more.

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HOUSEHEADZ00

HouseHeadz00 aka Steal Tapes, born in 1998 near Milan, immersed himself in music, favoring hip hop and electronic beats from a young age. Producing since 13, he's consistently evolved his sound, gaining DJ support globally. Released on top labels like 'TRUE ROMANCE' and 'CUFF,' his tracks regularly feature on Beatport charts and played from DJs like Marco Carola, Jamie Jones, Bob Sinclar and many more. From provincial gigs to venues like Destino (Ibiza), his reach extends across Italy. Running 'MINE IS YOURS' records, his music resonates in global clubs festivals. Recently, he launched 'HouseHeadz00,' a side artist project and vinyl only label, gaining international support.

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GEORG’ ESTELLE

Born in the United Kingdom but raised in Italy, near the Dolomites, Georg' Estelle is recognizable for her silky voice and her sound inspired by contemporary Jazz-R&B. At nineteen, she moves to London to pursue her music career and quickly gains attention in the industry. Her goal? To inspire young women to chase their dreams and live with passion and ambition.

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PETER RAOU

Peter Raou is a Modena based DJ and producer.

He's label owner of RJWMachines, focused on releasing tapes and limited number ed. records of live jams with cheap machines and obsolete multitrack recorders.

He worked with 12records, Underground House Dept., Inhale Exhale Records, Alley Version, Bogoture Records, Gim records.

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PROVOST

Palidrone co-founder Provost has been an integral part of the collective since day 1. A versatile DJ who's been called up for warmup slots for DJ Stingray, Giant Swan, SPFDJ, VTSS, Teki Latex and Tim Reaper over the years, he made his production debut in 2022 with 'Green Gills' – a broken hybrid of UK bass, grime and techno supported by DJs including Carista, Carlton Doom, Sputnik One and Kassian among others. More music is set to come out in early 2024.

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J WAX

Hailing from Tayport but currently based in Edinburgh, J Wax embarked on their music release journey in 2019. Despite a relatively brief tenure, this talented DJ and producer has rapidly made waves in the music scene, boasting notable releases with renowned labels such as Future Classic and Headroom Records. Additionally, J Wax is an integral part of the vibrant collective and label known as Palidrone. His eclectic sets seamlessly traverse a spectrum of genres, including breakbeat, garage, techno, and beyond, solidifying J Wax's reputation as an artist rapidly gaining momentum in the industry.

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RUDI

Rudi is a long-standing Palidrone resident and presenter on Edinburgh community radio station EHFM. A familiar DJs on the Edinburgh scene with years of experience serving up genre-bending techno, UK bass, electro and rave - his selections are always razor-sharp and delivered with maximum dancefloor impact.

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DANSA

Dansa released his debut EP “Kill The Body And The Head Will Die” on the Palidrone label earlier this year , with tracks from the release becoming set staples of Jamie xx, LCY, Ehua, dBridge and Om Unit, as well as receiving regular play across NTS Radio, Rinse FM and BBC Radio 1 Dance. He was later enlisted by esteemed Scottish label LuckyMe Records to remix Lunice’s ‘No Commas (ft. Cali Carter)’.

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BREAK BEHAVIOUR

Inspired by the electrifying Kyiv electro-brake scene, the dynamic DJS Mars and Vlad, better known as Break Behaviour emerges as a captivating DJ duo based in Milan.

Their music is a fusion of Breakbeat, UK bass, and UK Garage, creating a thrilling, futuristic and seductive groove.

Mars, the former co-owner of Kyiv's renowned 98.3 club and label, found his passion ignited by the Eastern European punk scene, which shaped his unique musical taste.

Vlad, hailing from a small town with limited artistic opportunities, sought solace in his father's vinyl collection, sparking his creative spirit. Together, they joined forces and established Break Behaviour in Kyiv, where they had experiences with international guests as Dj Fuckoff, Dj MellG, Breaka, Gamma Intel and Defekt. until to find themselves compelled to relocate to Milan due to the sweeping invasion by Russia.

This duo fearlessly explores and surpasses the boundaries of experimental rhythms. their sets pulsates with a distinctive energy that mesmerizes listeners, immersing them in an enthralling sonic experience. Each DJ set transcends pure underground music, taking the audience on a journey into progressive soundscapes that touch hearts and spirits.

Currently playing in many clubs in Milan, they're growing fast in the local clubbing and fashion scene, ready to bring their unstoppable vibes in every places, shaking the dancefoor

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