Mauro Picotto, born on December 25, 1966, in Cavour, Italy, is an acclaimed DJ, producer, and electronic music innovator renowned for his pioneering role in the global dance music scene. Beginning his career in the late 1980s, Picotto quickly gained recognition in Italy, winning the 1988 Walky Cup DJ competition, which launched him into the national spotlight. His early productions with the Italian label Media Records, including collaborations with the groups R.

A.F. and Cappella, showcased his flair for blending house, techno, and trance.

By the late 1990s, Picotto achieved international acclaim with a string of solo hits, such as “Lizard (Gonna Get You),” “Komodo (Save a Soul),” and “Pulsar.” These tracks broke into the UK Top 20 Singles chart and became anthems at clubs and festivals worldwide, cementing his status as an architect of the trance and techno sound of the era. Picotto’s contributions extended beyond production; he helped shape the scene as a label founder, creating Bakerloo Music and Alchemy Records to foster new talent and push artistic boundaries.

His pioneering “Meganite” club night, held in Ibiza and later touring globally, became synonymous with forward-thinking techno and elevated his reputation as a tastemaker and innovator. Known for dynamic DJ sets that seamlessly blend melodic trance with cutting-edge techno, Picotto has performed at iconic venues and festivals, from Ibiza’s Privilege and Amnesia to Nature One, Time Warp, and Tomorrowland. Throughout his enduring career, Mauro Picotto has continually evolved his sound while remaining true to his creative vision, influencing a generation of producers and dance music lovers across the globe.