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Hailing from London, Carl Cox is one of the most well-respected DJs in the world. He’s earned many labels over the years— acid house and techno pioneer, label head, and King of Ibiza, just to name a few. Cox has done it all, from performing on main stages around the world to holding record-breaking residencies in Ibiza.

Active for nearly five decades, Cox’ first gig was at the age of 15 when he bought a set of turntables and began working as a mobile DJ. Originally captivated by disco, the young DJ found his place performing rare groove, New York hip-hop, electro, and soul in the early 80s. This aligned with the beginnings of Chicago house music, which Cox has been heavily influenced by his whole career.

As a pioneer, Cox was at the head of the exploding British rave scene in its earliest days, and continues to be to this day. Some of his earliest accomplishments include playing opening night at Danny Rampling’s legendary Shoom, held a residency at the Zap Club in Brighton and at the Sunrise rave in 1988, co-promoted The Project with Paul Oakenfold, hooked up a third turntable for his dawn-breaking set, and so much more.

Over a decade into his music career, Cox made his original production debut in 1991, releasing his first single via Paul Oakenfold’s Perfecto label, titled “I Want You.” This track made it to the top 30 and earned an appearance on Top of the Pops. His following tracks also hit the charts. However, Cox leaned more into his humble beginnings in the club and underground techno world, rather than continuing on the path to becoming a mainstream pop star— although his popularity level has reached that level over the decades.

"Techno drives home somewhere," Cox says. "It takes you to an element of surprise, not knowing where you're going. It's scary but wonderful at the same time.”

Some of Cox’s most notable releases include the 1995 techno benchmark mix CD ‘F.A.C.T,’ selling over 250,000 copies, as well as the 1996 EP ‘Two Paintings and a Drum’ and single “Sensual Sophis-ti-cat,” both adding to his list of top 30 titles. Cox’s third album, 2005’s ‘The Second Sign,’ also gained critical acclaim. Other noteworthy singles, “Dirty Bass” and “Give Me Your Love” were both released on 23rd Century Records, his own label created as an outlet for his consistent releases.

Cox has performed all around the world with countless residencies and events under his belt. He’s known as a legendary resident in Ibiza, celebrating fourteen consecutive years at Space in 2015. His weekly residency is one of the island’s most popular nights, with always impressive lineups and state-of-the-art production. Beyond Ibiza, his Carl Cox & Friends stage has been a highlight of Ultra Music Festival for over a decade.

Aside from performing and producing, Cox is deeply involved with the business side of the electronic music industry. In 1999, he formed his own industry-leading label, Intec Records, staying at the forefront of the genre for eight years. It closed in 2006 but eventually relaunched in 2010 as Intec Digital.

And still, Cox somehow fits in his ‘Global’ radio show, breaking records. He reaches 17 million weekly listeners worldwide across 60 stations throughout 35 countries, and is the number one most followed DJ on Mixcloud.

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Wax Motif

ARC Music Festival is a relatively new addition to Chicago's rich festival scene, celebrating house and techno music. Hosted at the historical Union Park in Chicago, this festival aims to gather top-tier artists from these genres, giving attendees an immersive experience in the world of electronic music. Reflecting the city's deep-rooted house music culture, ARC Music Festival stands as a testament to Chicago's legacy and continuous contribution to the electronic music world.

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John Summit

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 is a world-renowned electronic dance music (EDM) festival that began as a humble one-day gathering on the beaches of Miami. It was founded by Russell Faibisch and Alex Omes and originally held as a small concert in Miami Beach. Over the years it has evolved into a multi-day extravaganza known for its spectacular stage productions and an atmosphere of unparalleled energy. The flagship 

 draws tens of thousands of fans each March, cementing Ultra’s reputation as a pinnacle event in the global EDM calendar.

In subsequent years, Ultra expanded far beyond its Miami roots. Under the “Ultra Worldwide” banner, the festival now stages events across all six inhabited continents, with editions in countries from Brazil and South Africa to Japan and Australia. One notable international offshoot is Ultra Europe in Croatia, a weeklong destination festival that draws fans from across the globe. Ultra has also launched smaller single-day Road to Ultra shows and beachside events (such as Ultra Beach) to bring the experience to cities where full-scale editions are not yet held. This global expansion has made Ultra one of the most internationally recognized festival brands, helping spread EDM culture worldwide.

As the festival grew, its musical offerings and production scale also diversified. Ultra’s stages now showcase a spectrum of electronic music subgenres, from mainstream house and trance to techno and underground styles. The brand introduced its RESISTANCE sub-brand to spotlight techno and house artists in dedicated arenas, complementing the main stage’s blockbuster EDM acts. Ultra was also a pioneer in embracing live streaming, bringing “Ultra Live” broadcasts to millions of viewers worldwide since the early 2010s. This technological edge and constant innovation have helped Ultra set high standards for production quality and unite a worldwide community of dance music fans.

Over the past two decades, virtually every superstar DJ has performed at Ultra’s events. Frequent headliners include giants like 

, among many others. These artists often debut new music or deliver special sets at Ultra - including occasional surprise group reunions or once-in-a-lifetime collaborations on stage. Through its global reach and iconic performances, Ultra Music Festival has not only adapted to the evolving EDM scene but also helped shape it, establishing a blueprint for international EDM festivals and uniting a worldwide audience under the banner of electronic music.

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