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During an ADE network event in 2014 organized by Tom Hades by chance Enrico Sangiuliano and I ran into each other. We had a great chat and during the following three years we traditionally ran into each other during this international dance event. Already in 2014 though, Enrico told me the story of his first gig. “For the first time I realized the real meaning of the word ‘amazing’.”
“My first gig was at the Street Rave Parade 2003, Bologna, Italy. Over 150.000 crazy people were around, it was 24 hours of non-stop pure madness in town.”
Main truck
“I was seventeen and my playtime was planned from 9-11 AM on one of the main trucks. When I looked up, there were about 10.000 people in front of me! For the first time I realized the real meaning of the word ‘amazing’.”
Supercharged
“Of course, I was a bit nervous, but at the same time I felt supercharged! I had chosen some tracks on beforehand at home, but I didn’t preselect the whole set. Most of the tracks that I played were my own productions. I made them myself at home with my Playstation! Therefore, I more or less knew what set I wanted to play.”
Support
“Fortunately, a lot of my friends were present at the event to support me. One of them stood behind me in the booth. If you watch closely, you can see him in the old picture.” (laughs)
Peak time
“The fact that I got to play at the Street Rave, was thanks to a well-known Italian party organizer and DJ named Cirillo. He had previously heard me playing at a small illegal party in a dry riverbed. He was so enthusiastic that immediately after he asked me to perform at that huge Parade, during peak time! Since then, that moment he booked me for the biggest raves in Italy. Now he’s also one of my best friends.”
“I think that my first gig on that truck went incredibly well. People got completely crazy. I will never forget those emotions.”
This interview with Enrico Sangiuliano is originally published on October 31st 2014 on DJMag.nl.
Who is Enrico Sangiuliano?
Enrico Sangiuliano is a producer, performer and sound designer born in Reggio Emilia, Italy. You will have no doubt noted his name if you’ve dipped your toe int echno waters. Standing as one of contemporary dance music’s most influential talents, his impeccable back catalogue represents nothing but timeless No.1 records, and now only grows to hold more future classics. Aside from his chart-topping studio endeavours, the melodic pioneer’s lengthy resume of iconic performances have thrilled and inspired in equal measure, making Enrico Sangiuliano one of the most discernibly authentic and balanced artists on the circuit.
Embarking on his newest exploration in the world of sound design, the production maestro recently announced the launch of his 10-chapter, transient record label NINETOZERO, along with its correlative SOLO all-night-long event series. A sonic storyteller with deep and meaningful narratives at the core of his many opuses, Enrico Sangiuliano’s time-limited imprint serves as an intervention to the notion of perpetual music, opting for an ephemeral concept that challenges audiences to redefine their listening habits.
His corresponding SOLO series gives new perspective and insight into Enrico Sangiuliano’s sound palette as a DJ, as he extends the NINETOZERO ethos into an immersive live experience that highlights the evanescent beauty of contemporary club culture.
