Sofia Kourtesis is a Peruvian-born, Berlin-based producer, DJ, and songwriter known for her eclectic blend of house music, electronica, and vibrant Latin American influences. Growing up in Lima, Peru, Kourtesis was exposed to a rich mix of sounds from local traditional music to global pop and dance tracks, a diversity that deeply informs her genre-blurring productions. She moved to Berlin early in her adult life, diving head-first into the city’s thriving electronic scene and honing her craft both as a DJ and producer.
Her debut self-titled EP, released in 2019 on Studio Barnhus, quickly drew attention for its inventive sampling, lush textures, and infectious grooves, earning her a place among the most exciting breakout artists in house music. Subsequent EPs like **“Sarita Colonia”** and **“Fresia Magdalena”** expanded her sound and showcased her ability to weave personal and political themes—touching on her Peruvian heritage, family, and experiences of loss—into dance floor-ready tracks. Kourtesis’s music is marked by its emotional resonance, intricate production, and playful, vibrant character.
She incorporates field recordings and snippets of her native Spanish, making each track a journey through memory, place, and rhythm. Her live shows and DJ sets are known for their energy, blending house, techno, and global sounds, and she has performed at major festivals and iconic clubs across Europe and beyond. Acclaimed by critics and championed by fellow artists, Sofia Kourtesis continues to shape the contours of contemporary electronic music, using her art to celebrate her roots, her identity, and the universal power of music to connect people.
Berlin - London - New York City - Barcelona - Amsterdam
Chalet - Phonox - [ipsə] - Nitsa Club - Berghain | Panorama Bar | Säule
House - Electronic - DeepHouse - Techno - Ambient - Minimal - Leftfield - IndieDance