Medusa Festival

Performers

• 

  Carl Cox

  www.carlcox.com

• 

  Hugel

  RA: Resident Advisor

• 

  Marco Carola

  Born in Naples on February 7, 1975, Marco Carola has emerged in the last four years as one of the city's most influential exponents of Techno and electronic music.

  Growing up in the Neapolitan sunshine, by the age of 13 he got behind the skins of his first drum kit which he played for several years before ultimately being addicted to buying and playing records. In 1990, when the Italian House scene was enjoying its golden age alongside the madness of Acid House, Carola`s drum kit was rapidly replaced by a two record player set and a mixer whereupon he practised the art of mixing and learned how to dj to House music's new dancefloor rhythm.

  Together with like-minded friends, such as Gaetano Parisio, Davide Squillace, Random Noize, and other Neapolitan clubbers and DJs who were eagerly looking for something new in club music, the transition towards Techno for Carola began in 1993. With the golden age of the Italo-House movement coming to an end Techno offered a complete new vision of possibilities. Creating and experimenting with new and exciting sounds. Around this time Marco Carola also started to think about building a studio in order to express his personal vision of Techno music.

  His ability to mix music and his emerging studio talent encouraged many artists to record at his studio. Between his many more House oriented releases at this time he even managed to produce a 12" for the highly respected MAW (Masters at Work) imprint. Carola soon found the creative limitations of recording for other people`s labels too restrictive for his own creative output and in 1996 he set about producing material for a new, dynamic sound destined to be released on his very own label.

  Design Music became the first Italian label focussing purely on Techno music, bursting out of Naples with his own Man Train 12" as the inaugural release. Quickly garnering support from Techno DJs worldwide, Carola`s sound seemed to immediately slot somewhere between Surgeon`s dynamic syncopation, Lost`s cavernous walls of sound, and Blueprint`s hi-fidelity.

  The label now acts as one of the main lifelines for fresh Techno music from Italy and most notably Naples with new up and coming artists like Gaetek and Random Noize releasing under the Design banner. After Design, Carola founded his 1000 imprint in 1998 in order to produce ultra-fresh DJ music which he could test on his ever expanding international gigging schedule. By 1998, his first Australian tour was under way, swiftly followed by tours of North America where his unique 3 deck, mixing style made him one of the most requested Techno DJs at the time. In January 1998 Marco Carola teamed up with Gadgets mastermind and i220 founder Corrado Izzo and established two new labels in the shape of Zenit and Question as part of the ELP (Electronic Label Pool) umbrella for artists and labels.

  3 years of development and networking followed. Since early 2001 Marco Carola lives in London (UK) after a two years break in Frankfurt. In October 2001 Marco showed his vision of contemporary electronic music by releasing his second album "Open System" which received rave reviews from music critis around the world. With its mix of different styles - a combination and fusion of slower material, break-oriented electronical beats, melodical lines, experimental arrangements together with organic sounds and pads - he proves that he is one of Techno music`s true prime movers.

• 

  Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike

  Belgium-born and globally celebrated, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike are the defining duo of the modern electronic music era. Having spent over a decade at the vanguard of the scene, reshaping the landscape of mainstage sounds and immersive live performances, their meteoric rise from Tomorrowland residents to international dance icons is a story written across festival mainstages, studio hits, and record-breaking achievements.

  Renowned for a distinctive blend of genres combined with frenetic festival energy, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike made history as the first duo to claim the World’s #1 DJ throne not once, but twice, in the prestigious Top100DJs poll - a feat that cemented their status in the history books of electronic music. Their enduring popularity is further underscored by an unbroken streak of top five placements in the poll for over a decade.

  Through their ability to merge mainstream appeal with underground sensibilities, the duo has earned widespread acclaim through their music securing countless Gold and Platinum discs along the way. From the infectious swagger of their platinum single ‘The Hum’, a global phenomenon featuring cameos from Jean-Claude Van Damme and Charlie Sheen, to chart-dominating collaborations like ‘Higher Place’ with Ne-Yo and , ‘Instagram’ with David Guetta and Daddy Yankee and their recent monsterhit ‘Thank You’ with Tiesto and Dido; the duo has mastered the art of consistently crafting anthems.

  Their collaborations read like a hall of fame roster: David Guetta, Akon, Wiz Khalifa, Gucci Mane, Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, Martin Garrix, Diplo, Swedish House Mafia, Steve Aoki, Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, Ne-Yo, Natti Natasha, and even Hollywood legend Hans Zimmer, with whom they co-created the soundtrack for Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge. The brothers have also scored music for video games (Mortal Kombat 11, Fire Fire) and provided remixes for superstars like Coldplay, Clavin Harris; The Chainsmokers, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Major Lazer, showing their versatility knows no bounds.

  No artists are as inseparably tied to Tomorrowland as Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike. As the festival’s de facto ambassadors and dubbed the “Kings of Tomorrowland” by their fans, they’ve played a key role in shaping the festival’s global reputation. From headlining colossal stages to curating unforgettable parties at Ushuaïa Ibiza, their connection to the island and the festival scene at large is unmatched.

  With roots in dance music that stretch back to their teenage years in Ibiza, it’s fitting that their decade-long residency at Ushuaïa Ibiza has become a cornerstone of the island’s nightlife. Weekly parties curated by the duo, in partnership with Tomorrowland, have become must-attend events for fans and DJs alike. Similarly, their annual homecoming shows at Antwerp's Sportpaleis drew half a million fans over 25 sold-out performances, culminating in a spectacular finale that encapsulated their larger-than-life ethos.

  In an era of digital dominance, the brothers have transcended traditional metrics to amass over 2 billion global streams and 35 million fans across social platforms. Their music videos and viral campaigns resonate far beyond the dancefloor, reaching a new generation of fans on TikTok and YouTube. With a relentless schedule of 150+ shows per year, including stops at festivals like Balaton Sound, Creamfields, EDC, Lollapalooza, Parookaville, World Club Dome, and Untold, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike remain unstoppable. Their appearances at iconic venues like Green Valley and Ministry of Sound reaffirm their place at the heart of club culture.

  Beyond their performances and studio achievements, Dimitri & Mike are architects of the independent record label Smash The House. Since its launch in 2010, the label has championed artists such as Tiësto, David Guetta, Vini Vici, INNA, Bassjackers, Danna Paola, Brennan Heart, and Martin Jensen, while amassing over 1.5 billion streams. Their commitment to nurturing talent and delivering cutting-edge releases has made Smash The House a powerhouse imprint in the dance music scene.

  As the current #2 DJs in the world and perennial leaders of the #1 DJ Group category, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike remain at the forefront of electronic music. Their balance of blockbuster collaborations, label innovation, and unwavering dedication to their fans ensures their legacy continues to evolve.

• 

  Steve Aoki

  Aoki, whose father Rocky is the founder of the famous Benihana Japanese restaurant chain, and sister Devon is a famous model and actress, is one of Los Angeles' most well known DJs.

  He founded his own record label, Dim Mak Records (which has signed such artists as Bloc Party, Whirlwind Heat, Whitey and Neon Blonde), in 1996 and has also launched a Dim Mak clothing line. He is endorsed and has pro-models with headphone maker WESC and skateboarding shoe company Supra.

• 

  Aaron Sevilla
• 

  Franky Rizardo
• 

  Adam Beyer

  Adam Beyer occupies a firm position among the few techno originators who’ve stayed at the top of their game since the ‘90s. The Swede’s three-decade career is an impressive unfurling of steadfast, future-focussed innovation and expansion. Beyer has perfor

• 

  Sara Landry

  High Priestess of Ableton

• 

  Tiësto

  About Tiësto

  Tiësto is a Grammy® Award-winning, platinum-certified, international icon. The DJ and producer is the only artist to ever hold the titles of “The Greatest DJ of All Time” courtesy of Mixmag, “#1 DJ” according to Rolling Stone, and “The Godfather of EDM,” as proclaimed by Billboard. From his underground dance floor bangers to his high-profile Las Vegas residency and crossover success, Tiësto created the blueprint that defines what it means to be a success in today’s dance music world. In Tiësto's true fashion, he continues expand across genres, always evolving his craft. With over 36 million albums sold, 8 Billion cumulative streams, and a social platform with an audience exceeding 30 million fans spanning the globe, he continues to revolutionize the dance music landscape. Tiësto’s first release since signing with Atlantic Records, "The Business” has dominated airplay and charts worldwide since its September 2020 release, garnering over 1 billion streams to date. It has also held a steady position on Apple & Spotify’s “Today’s Top Hits” & “Today’s Hits” playlists, and hit #1 at US Dance Radio. “The Business” is certified Platinum in 15 countries and gold in 8 countries and has held a place on the Top 10 official singles chart in 10 countries as well as Top 50 on Spotify in 31 countries. Tiësto made history with single “Don’t Be Shy” with Karol G, which marked the first English song ever for Karol G, and the first Latin Artist collaboration for Tiësto. The third single from Tiësto’s upcoming album, “The Motto” with Ava Max is out now.

• 

  Nervo

  Having written and produced hits for the likes of Kylie Minogue, Ke$ha, The Pussycat Dolls, Afrojack, Steve Aoki and Miley Cyrus (Hannah Montana) to name a few, and receiving a Grammy Award for writing ‘When Love Takes Over’ for David Guetta and Kelly Rowland, the sisters of NERVO from Australia have risen to stardom with their songwriting skills alone. Add to this a DJ schedule spanning over 200 live shows world-wide per year with main stage slots at some of the world's biggest festivals (Tomorrowland, EDC, Creamfields), Las Vegas residencies at super clubs Omnia in Las Vegas and Ushuaia in Ibiza, a number 16 spot in the DJ Mag top 100 DJ’s, a string of club hits of their own including the latest release on Big Beat titled People Grinnin' and a chart-topping debut album ‘Collateral’ in 2015 to high critical acclaim and reaching #1 on iTunes, it’s fair to say NERVO are credited with being one of the biggest dance acts in the business.

• 

  Nico Moreno

  RA: Resident Advisor

• 

  Fatima Hajji
• 

  Wade
• 

  Angerfist

  RA: Resident Advisor

• 

  HALO
• 

  Miss Monique

  Dj, Siona Records owner

  200+ million views on YouTube

• 

  Wildstylez

  RA: Resident Advisor

• 

  Luxi Villar

  Luxi Villar is a DJ, producer, and promoter.

• 

  Adrian Mills

  RA: Resident Advisor

• alok
• 

  Ben Sims

  Ben Sims is one of techno’s most exciting talents

  - a DJ who has stayed true to the genre’s funk, groove

  and electronic fused origins whilst continuing to

  embrace and nurture its development over the past

  25 odd years.

• 

  Chelina Manuhutu

  Without doubt one of the most exciting music exports Amsterdam has to offer these days. The Dutch-born Ibiza based producer and DJ Chelina Manuhutu is taking over the underground music scene through her groovy-powerful stream of high quality mixes.

• 

  Nic Fanciulli
• 

  HåLO

  HåLO is a DJ specializing in electronic music, including House (tech, tribal, deep, tropical and progressive) Techno, trance and Dance Pop and other genres.