Ivano Bellini

MIAMI – Few DJs reach a level where their performances are valued as highly as those of master musicians. A professional DJ since 1986, Ivano Bellini has built an international reputation through his musical vision, technical skill, and ability to create unforgettable experiences on the dance floor.

Best known for his legendary Sunrise Sessions afterhours sets, Bellini was a weekly resident on the iconic Terrace at Miami's Club Space for seven years and was nominated for Best Resident DJ at the 2006 Club World Awards.

Known for a sophisticated, soulful, and deeply emotive sound, Bellini belongs to a rare group of global DJs whose name alone attracts audiences worldwide. Beyond DJing, he has released original productions, remixes, compilations, and numerous collaborative projects, establishing himself as a respected figure in electronic music.

Born in Lausanne, Switzerland in 1966, Bellini grew up influenced by jazz, funk, soul, disco, and pop music. In 1989 he won Switzerland's National DJ Championship before relocating to South America and eventually settling in Miami in the early 1990s. There, he became part of the emerging South Beach scene through residencies at influential venues including Le Loft, Van Dome, BarRoom, Living Room, Opium, and Nikki Beach, performing for audiences that included Madonna, Prince, U2, Lenny Kravitz, Mick Jagger, Jamie Foxx and more.

As his reputation grew, Bellini became a sought-after international performer, playing leading clubs across Europe, Ibiza, the United States, and beyond. His ability to connect with audiences through music earned him a loyal following and worldwide recognition.

In 1996, Bellini co-founded SFP Records (Sounds For People Records) alongside Pierre ZonZon and Marc Sacheli. As label head, he has helped discover, develop, and promote emerging artists while expanding the label into multiple sub-genres and imprints.

Bellini's association with Club Space began in 2000 when promoter Luis Puig invited him to join the groundbreaking downtown Miami project. His Sunrise Sessions quickly became a defining element of the club's success, helping establish Space as one of the world's most respected dance music venues. Long before many superstar DJs appeared at Space, Bellini was already its resident and a cornerstone of its identity. This collaboration lasted 13 years. His talent also earned the attention of house music icon Danny Tenaglia, who invited Bellini to perform at the renowned Be Yourself @ Vinyl parties in New York after witnessing one of his marathon sets during Miami's Winter Music Conference.

In 2016, Bellini expanded his role in hospitality and entertainment by becoming Music Director of Pawn Broker Lounge in downtown Miami. Working with hospitality entrepreneurs Andreas Schreiner and Jose Mendin, he created the venue's musical identity, oversaw sound system design, curated programming, and maintained a weekly residency. The concept became an immediate success, earning industry recognition and multiple awards. He later brought a similar vision to River Yacht Club in Brickell and Leku in Wynwood.

Alongside longtime collaborators including Gianni Ruocco, Armand Pena, and Laurent C, Bellini has continued producing and releasing music. Recent projects have charted on Traxsource's Progressive House rankings and further reinforced his reputation as both a DJ and producer.

In 2019, Ivano Bellini's created SUN GODDESS, a Miami-based event and lifestyle concept showcasing top local talent and unique musical experiences. Following its rapid growth and popularity, SUN GODDESS is expanding into a record label, marking the next chapter in Bellini's four-decade career at the forefront of electronic music.

Since March 2024 Ivano Bellini as take on the role of lead teacher at The Miami DJ Academy, teaching and supervising the formation of hundreds of aspiring DJs of all ages, many of which have become performing DJs around Miami and beyond.

Ivano’s current residencies include Giselle (weekly) as well as Marion, Mode, Boho, Regatta Grove to cite a few and yearly appearances at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, including this July to celebrate in style his 40th anniversary behind the decks.

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