Kio DJ (Diego Bolívar Melo) is a Colombian DJ, producer, and artist who has been making waves in the Dubai music scene. Known for his mix of reggaeton and open format music, Kio DJ brings a unique energy to every performance. He has had the opportunity to perform in a variety of international locations, including being the first Colombian DJ to play in Saudi Arabia, and has earned the Golden Visa from the UAE Ministry of Culture. Kio is also an honorary Dolby Atmos club music mix engineer.
From Bogotá to Dubai
Kio DJ’s journey began in his hometown of Bogotá, Colombia, where he formed his first musical group at the age of 15. By 2006, he signed a recording contract with Flamingo Records and Diamond Music, releasing tracks like “Bomba (Lil Slim)” and “Palabras del Alma” (feat. Karol G). These early experiences laid the foundation for his career, allowing him to explore new sounds and reach audiences worldwide.
Innovating with Afro-Colombian House
In 2021, Kio DJ began to experiment with Afro-Colombian House, a genre he pioneered that fuses traditional Colombian rhythms with house beats. Tracks like:
“Afro Juana”
“Afro Skola”
“Sacar Del Alma”
“Estebana (Currucucu)”
“Desierto Latino (Habibi)”
have gained recognition and are a testament to his innovative approach to music.
Notable Achievements
Kio DJ has had several important milestones in his career, including:
Performing as the first Colombian DJ in Saudi Arabia.
Receiving the Golden Visa from the UAE Ministry of Culture.
Being recognized as an honorary club music mix engineer for Dolby Atmos.
In addition, he is a Voting Member of the Latin Grammy Awards, which is a testament to his dedication to the Latin music community.
Recent Releases
Some of Kio DJ’s latest tracks include:
“La Lluvia” (feat. Nando C21 & Eco de Tambó)
“Dame De Esa Gaita” (feat. Gared Music & Tia Lucy)
“Saxfro” (feat. Ariel Saxo)
“Candela (Jaime Garzon)” (feat. Tania Guane, Carlos Gaitas, Mau Saturno & Carlos Rojas Y El AfrocolombianJam)
“Amore Lontano (Dolby Experience)” (feat. Camilo Salazar & Cupo)
“Canta Colombia” (feat. Encanto Millero & Lissy Maolis)
These tracks are just a glimpse into his growing collection, which continues to reflect his passion for blending traditional Latin sounds with modern electronic influences.
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