Philip Punzo, professionally known as DJ Punzo, is an accomplished Italian-American DJ, remixer, and video DJ from Philadelphia, PA. Immersed in music since his teenage years, DJ Punzo began his journey at the age of 14, and by 16, he turned his passion into a professional career. Known for his dynamic mixing, high-energy performances, and innovative remixes, DJ Punzo continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

In 2003, DJ Punzo co-founded Digitraxx Remix with a group of DJ's, an underground remix service that gained immense popularity among DJs and music enthusiasts online. His contributions to remix culture remain influential, and Digitraxx is fondly remembered as a pioneering platform.

In 2006, DJ Punzo joined the renowned Drama Squad DJs, collaborating with industry heavyweights such as DJ Pauly D, DJ Biggie, DJ N9ne, Sugashane, DeToto and others. That same year, he became a remixer for Drama Mix & Select Mix/Hot Tracks Remix Service, creating edits that DJs across the globe still spin today. Among his standout works is the blend “Better Off the Way I Are,” which achieved viral success on YouTube, and still gains widespread success for more than 15 years.

In 2007, Punzo co-created Nocturnal, a late-night radio show on Philly's Q102, which showcased electrifying dance, house, and trance tracks which aired on the weekends. He also became a resident DJ at top venues across Philadelphia, including Club 27, Bamboo Bar, and Chickie’s & Pete’s, where he continues to hold a residency.

DJ Punzo’s accolades include collaborations with world-famous DJ BeatBreaker and holding the top spot on Hollywood Hamilton’s Remix Top 30 for four consecutive weeks with his edit of “Mood” by 24kGoldn and Iann Dior.

Today, DJ Punzo serves as the MD and Mixshow DJ for Radio Danz, the world’s premier dance channel based in Miami, FL and PD & MD for EQ Radio. You can find most of his edits on XMiX Remix Service. His show, Nocturnal Vibes, streams globally on SoundCloud, iHeartRadio, and other major platforms, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in the dance music scene.

PD & MD - Radio Danz/EQ Radio
Nocturnal Vibes Radio Show | www.djpunzo.com

Dare-N has been spinning his own style of music for almost 15 years now.  Starting out in Kitchener at Club Renaiisance and then moving onto Hamilton's Embassy Club where he began a 7 year residency, starting out on Saturdays and after 5 years moving to thursdays and sundays.  While at the Embassy Dare-N also made appearances at The Bombay Club, The Bean Bar(where he held own weekly LGBT nite) and McMaster University's pubs.  Once moving to Toronto, Dare-N took a little time to catch his bearings and concentrate on a day job, until a coworker asked him to dj a short set at a birthday held at Papi's Lounge on Church St..  That short set turned into the entire evening which turned into every friday nite.  George's Play, Slacks, Fuzion, Voglie, lub, the Church St. Bar are all Church St bars that he has played in.  Things really seemed to start happening though once he received a spot in Fly Nightclub's NXT DJ Competition.  After that Dare-N did spots at Soma Lounge, Avalon, Goodhandys and Alibi.  He has also done events for Mr Leatherman Toronto, which includes Easter Weekend's big party Ressurection (2 years in a row),  their summer event The Leather Ball and their winter Event  which includes the competition for the next year's title holder.  Probably the biggest thrill came when he started djing during Toronto Pride's Pride Weekend, on the stages and in the parade!


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