Navigating through the infinite complexities and mysteries that exist within the sonic realm, Michi has sculpted her truly distinct sound. Her hypnotic rhythms will always have tones of defined, sub-heavy low end, punchy drums with lots of groove accompanied by precise doses of melodic and otherworldly tones. Not being from anywhere, Michi’s nomadic lifestyle around the globe allowed her to experience a wide variety of cultures and sounds. Her background becomes apparent through her musical expression, weaving in a wide range of frequencies from haunting melodic chords layered over drivey minimal basslines, minimal techno beats inspired from the 90's, all the way to jazzy house with surprise dashes of breakbeats and left-field, spiritually groovy gangster beats. 

Michi holds an Audio Engineering degree from UCSD and is an accomplished Audio Engineer, specializing in Live Audio Front of House/Monitor Mix Engineering and studio mix engineering and mastering. Much of her inspiration that started her self-taught Ableton journey began through her studies when she was coding and building synthesizers under the guidance of professors Tom Erbe, the creator of SoundHack, and Miller-Puckette, the inventor of PureData. She is also currently working on projects and undergoing a mentorship with Zain Effendi, who is an acclaimed film composer and protégé of the well known Hans Zimmer. Since 2012, Michi has performed in dozen’s of respected venues and festivals both domestic and abroad alongside internationally renowned artists and DJ’s. These artists include Nastia, Pig & Dan, Odd Parents, Maceo Plex, Cleric, Rebekah, Carlo Lio, SNTS, Lewis Fautzi, Drumcell, Behrouz,  Patrice Baumel, Marc Houle, Droog, Silky, Dance Spirit, Steve Bug, Justin James, Kim Ann Foxman, Tara Brooks, Amtrac, AndHim, Andre Lodemann, Guti, Kike Mayor, Halo, and Shaun Reeves to name a few. 

Michi is the Founder and CEO of Violet Vendetta Records. 



For inquiries about bookings contact: dante@mfamanagement.com

Firmly establishing himself over 18 years ago, DJ CIA originated in a trendy, late night Paris, France backdrop and quickly rooted himself in its vibrant scene. Emerging from the city a couple of years later as a sought after DJ, CIA would go on to enjoy a six night a week summer residency at a hot nightclub on the French Riviera near St. Tropez. But the city of Paris was his birthplace and he continued to maintain a strong musical presence there during the chilly winter months.

Life was bright! In 2002, DJ CIA moved to Maui to play in the warm Hawaiian waves and pursue other artistic passions. But one night, a friend’s turntables sitting idly in the corner of the room seemed to be calling his name. He’s been back dj’ing ever since.

While his style could be described in fun words like bouncy and bumping, CIA explores and dabbles in all sides of Electronic Dance Music (EDM). The dance floor is always lively with joyous dancers reveling in the high energy tracks. His unique style fuses a melody of energetic and uplifting basslines that compel you to move your feet.

Yet there is another side of the signature CIA style that can also be heard around the island consisting of Lounge/Downtempo/Chill elements. Many of Maui’s finer dining locations feature his custom compiled pre-recorded sets. His talent spans EDM genres. Since dj’ing fulltime since the summer of 2008 his venues have varied from the swanky likes of amazing Wailea lounges to cool and trendy hang outs. An ever expanding list of venues is listed below and will give you an even clearer picture of his versatility. DJ CIA doesn’t see himself leaving the music world again. It’s obvious music courses through his veins, and the sublime satisfaction he feels at seeing happy people dancing is infectious. DJ CIA is an incredible addition to the Maui music scene.

Voted – Runner Up – Best Club DJ on Maui 2011 by the Maui Time readers

Current residencies are Wednesdays – High Five – and Sundays – Ultra – at Ambrosia Martini Lounge (Kihei).

Recorded mixes featured at Capsiche (Wailea – Voted Maui’s 2011 Restaurant of the Year), David Paul’s Island Grill (Lahaina – Voted Maui’s 2010 Best New Restaurant), Longhi’s (Wailea), Ambrosia Martini Lounge (Kihei – Voted Maui’s 2010 and 2011 Best Bar).

Founder @kinovillage
House music DJ/Producer

Producer | DJ

Bookings: 
email: niki@wastedtalent.fun

Even as a young boy, music was always a passion for Andres Monsalve, aka MONACO. Born in Medellin, Colombia, Andres moved to San Francisco with his family at the age of 6. Fortunately for Andres, MTV was one of the few channels that came in clearly on the cable box. Andres was immediately drawn to the electronic music of the 80’s & 90’s. At the age of 10, he started teaching himself how to play the piano after watching an Elton John music video on MTV.

He played keyboards in a cover band before he started to DJ in 2008. Since then, he has played at some of the most popular clubs on the West Coast including Exchange LA, Sound, Sutra, Ruby Sky, Teddy’s, Drai’s Las Vegas, and  Ghost Bar. Andres has also been featured at various lifestyle events and parties throughout the US. In June he will be playing at the inaugural Utopian Summer Lifestyle music festival in Palm Springs, CA. In addition, MONACO is  a 2019 resident of Apero House in Las Vegas and The Frenchie's Party. This summer, he will be closing out The Frenchies Stage at Pinknic Festival in New York City.

Whether it’s classic house, deep house, tech, or techno, you can usually find a little bit of everything hitting just right in one MONACO’s sets. Today, Andres lives in Los Angeles.

At 12 I learned to play and sing on the guitar and started writing songs of my own.  Songs about heartache, determination, love, hurt, hope, passion and peace.  My songs weave in and out of several genre's:  Americana, folk, soft-rock, country, singer-songwriter and pop.  

Robot Heart is a collective of doers and dreamers, artists and entrepreneurs. Our home is in the desert dust of Burning Man, and the streets of New York City, Detroit, Bay Area and Hong Kong. Home is wherever the Heart is.

Robot Heart is a community and a family, and our events are an extension and celebration of that community, bound together by shared values of inclusion, giving, environmental responsibility and mutual respect.

Music is our first language, and our mission is to bring love and beats to the world. We work with and support artists, technologists and visionaries of all types in order to create incredible experiences and connected moments. To create love and beats, for you.

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