Falling in love with music at 14 years old, I began my professional music journey at 18, moving to Bucharest and immersing myself in its underground music scene. From local gigs to festivals and performances at John Doe Club in Amsterdam, I had the opportunity to share the scene with well-known international and Romanian artists. I soon started producing my own tracks, releasing them under my labels while honing my skills in Bucharest's professional music studios by creating pop instrumentals for radio artists. Today, I am the resident DJ of Uchi Restaurant in Dubai, curating unforgettable soundscapes that elevate the guest experience. My sets traverse a spectrum of genres starting with Chill-Out, Lounge and Jazz, flowing seamlessly into Deep-House, Organic House, Oriental House, and Deep-Tech. My career reflects a deep passion for music production, DJing, event coordination, and audio engineering, constantly evolving through collaborations and creative exploration.

Manefiu (Marian Iancu)

Falling in love with music at 14 years old, I began my professional music journey at 18, moving to Bucharest and immersing myself in its underground music scene. From local gigs to festivals and performances at John Doe Club in Amsterdam, I had the opportunity to share the scene with well-known international and Romanian artists. I soon started producing my own tracks, releasing them under my labels while honing my skills in Bucharest's professional music studios by creating pop instrumentals for radio artists. Today, I am the resident DJ of Uchi Restaurant in Dubai, curating unforgettable soundscapes that elevate the guest experience. My sets traverse a spectrum of genres starting with Chill-Out, Lounge and Jazz, flowing seamlessly into Deep-House, Organic House, Oriental House, and Deep-Tech. My career reflects a deep passion for music production, DJing, event coordination, and audio engineering, constantly evolving through collaborations and creative exploration.

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Falling in love with music at 14 years old, I began my professional music journey at 18, moving to Bucharest and immersing myself in its underground music scene. From local gigs to festivals and performances at John Doe Club in Amsterdam, I had the opportunity to share the scene with well-known international and Romanian artists. I soon started producing my own tracks, releasing them under my labels while honing my skills in Bucharest’s professional music studios by creating pop instrumentals for radio artists.

Today, I am the resident DJ of Uchi Restaurant in Dubai, curating unforgettable soundscapes that elevate the guest experience. My sets traverse a spectrum of genres starting with Chill-Out, Lounge and Jazz, flowing seamlessly into Deep-House, Organic House, Oriental House, and Deep-Tech. My career reflects a deep passion for music production, DJing, event coordination, and audio engineering, constantly evolving through collaborations and creative exploration.

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Experience Level

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Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Work Experience

Resident DJ at Uchi Restaurant, Dubai
January 1, 2024 - Present
Defining the restaurant’s musical identity according to the venue’s character through weekly live performances and curating the music playlists. Enhancing the overall guest experience, improving customer satisfaction, overall ratings and reviews, and fostering customer loyalty and patronage.
DJ at mIRC0Minimal GATHERINGS
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Performing at private events that took place in Bucharest, Romania.
Event Coordinator at VUIET Festival, Romania
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Defining the festival's artistic and musical vision. Curating and managing the artist lineup, ensuring all technical rider specifications are met. Overseeing DJ reception and providing a professional experience for all performers. Coordinating with production teams to ensure timely setup and optimal sound quality throughout the event.
Event Organizer at NETHER Club, Bucharest
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025
Maintaining and improving the event's high standards for quality and success. Providing fully functional and complete equipment that meets industry standards. Expanding the fan base and fostering loyalty, which led to filling the venue to its full capacity.
DJ at Urban MIDI Records
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Performing at the record label’s showcases. Promoting the label’s releases and showcasing the collective artistry of the team. Strengthening the label’s presence in the music scene through collaborations and networking.
Professional Music Producer at SICVRIO Creation Hub, Romania
December 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Expertise in composition, arrangement, and audio engineering across all stages of production process. Collaborated with artists, songwriters, and industry professionals to produce successful tracks. Managed production, sound design, recording, and mastering processes. Ensured adherence to industry standards and stayed attuned to emerging trends.
Music Producer at Urban MIDI Records
December 31, 2021 - August 7, 2025
Released original productions under the aliases Manefiu and Unknown Civilian. Contributed to the growth of the music label by expanding its global reach. Helped amplify the label's presence through relevant track releases.
Audio Engineer at LRA Custic, Romania
December 31, 2013 - August 7, 2025
Assisted in the design, testing, construction, and research of speaker development and audio technology. Provided professional sound engineering for artists, singers, and live bands at medium and large-scale events.
Resident DJ at Uchi Restaurant, Dubai
January 1, 2024 - Present
Defining the restaurant's musical identity according to the venue’s character through weekly live performances and curating the music playlists. Enhancing the overall guest experience, improving customer satisfaction, overall ratings and reviews, and fostering customer loyalty and patronage.
DJ at mIRC0 Minimal GATHERINGS
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Performing at private events that took place in Bucharest, Romania.
Event Coordinator at VUIET Festival, Romania
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Defining the festival's artistic and musical vision. Curating and managing the artist lineup ensuring all technical rider specifications were met. Overseeing DJ reception, providing a professional experience for all performers. Coordinating with production teams to ensure timely setup and optimal sound quality throughout the event.
Event Organizer at Nether Club, Bucharest
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025
Maintaining and improving the event’s high standards for quality and success. Providing fully functional and complete equipment that meets industry standards. Expanding the fan base and fostering loyalty, which led to filling the venue to its full capacity.
DJ at Urban MIDI Records
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Performing at the record label’s showcases. Promoting the label’s releases and showcasing the collective artistry of the team. Strengthening the label’s presence in the music scene through collaborations and networking.
Professional Music Producer at SIC VRIO Creation Hub, Romania
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Expertise in composition, arrangement, and audio engineering across all stages of production process. Collaborated with artists, songwriters, and industry professionals to produce successful tracks. Managed production, sound design, recording, and mastering processes. Ensured adherence to industry standards and stayed attuned to emerging trends.
Music Producer at Urban MIDI Records
December 31, 2021 - August 7, 2025
Released original productions under the aliases Manefiu and Unknown Civilian. Contributed to the growth of the music label by expanding its global reach. Helped amplify the label's presence through relevant track releases.
Audio Engineer at LRAcoustic, Romania
December 31, 2013 - August 7, 2025
Assisted in the design, testing, construction, and research of speaker development and audio technology. Provided professional sound engineering for artists, singers, and live bands at medium and large-scale events.

Education

Sound Engineer at Edmond Nicolau College, Bucharest
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Sound Engineer at Edmond Nicolau College, Bucharest
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Qualifications

Sound Engineer Certification
January 1, 2020 - August 7, 2025
Sound Engineer Certificate
January 1, 2020 - August 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services