Tango DJs
JOSEBA PAGOLA
Joseba Pagola, a resident of Andoain, Basque Country, stands out as an expert connoisseur of the rhythmic variations of orchestras, styles, and the evolution of tango.
He combines his extensive experience as a tango dancer and teacher with his deep knowledge of the history of this musical genre to masterfully select the most appropriate music for each moment of the milonga.
Always attentive to the needs of the dancers, the choice of his tandas is intrinsically linked to the atmosphere of the milonga and the energy flowing on the dance floor.
YATMA DIALLO
Born in Senegal, he has lived in Italy for over twenty years. His first dance experiences in Dakar focused on salsa and hip hop, disciplines he continued to cultivate for many years in Europe as well.
In tango, after his first experiences studying in Europe with Mónica María Fumagalli, Susana Miller, Ana Schapira, Jorge Firpo and many others, he spent time in Buenos Aires to further his studies, obtaining, in a few years, interesting professional awards.
In 2019, he distinguished himself at the Milan Metropolitan Championship (Lombarda World Cup selection) as the only dancer to compete and reach the podium in all dance categories: tango, waltz, and milonga. In 2021, he finished second in the Italian Metropolitan Championship, International Milonga category. He was a tango semifinalist at the 2021 Buenos Aires World Cup.
In 2013, he earned his CONI diploma as a couple dance teacher. He has worked extensively in teaching at the "La Grande Nave" permanent school in Milan, workshops in various cities in Italy, Europe, the US, and Africa, trips in collaboration with Horca Myseria, with whom he created the "Vela y Tango" project, and events and vacations dedicated to sailing and dancing tango in ports.
Since 2014 he has been the president of the Tango Disciples Association "Mundo Milonguero".
As a DJ titled "El Africano Bien Milonguero" and with a solid professional training as a sound engineer, he worked for international events in Italy and throughout Europe.
JOSE DAVID REUS
Jose David Reus began his career as a DJ at 18, working with vinyl records and spinning all kinds of music in trendy venues. In 1989, he opened his own venue, Disco-Pub Latino, where he consolidated his passion for music and the art of livening up the dance floor.
For several years, he hosted a weekly radio show dedicated to disco news, presenting the latest releases and trends in the genre. He also trained in film and theater acting, participating in short films and stage productions.
Tango was always present in his life thanks to the influence of his maternal grandfather, with roots in San Juan, Argentina.This connection led him, in 2005, to undertake a meticulous task of compiling and remastering tangos, waltzes, and milongas. His carefully curated musical collection stands out for its excellent sound quality, designed especially for the most demanding dancers.
In 2008, he founded the successful milonga "La Pasional" in Benidorm, where he regularly works as a resident DJ. This venue, deeply rooted in the tango community, remains a fixture today for its authentic atmosphere and carefully curated musical selection.
He has over 18 years of experience providing music for milongas, gatherings, marathons, and tango festivals, both in Spain and in various European countries, including France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Denmark, Hungary, and Norway.
In addition to being a DJ, he's a dancer, teacher, and event organizer. His extensive experience in the world of tango allows him to create musical sessions that not only invite you to dance, but also convey emotion, maintaining the energy and creativity that every moment of the milonga requires.
His solid career as a professional DJ has led him to provide music for some of the most prestigious milongas and events nationally and internationally, where he always leaves his personal mark, combining energy, elegance, and a profound musical sensibility that connects with both the dance floor and the audience.
FRANCISCO SERRANO
Their musical selection is preferably from the golden years of Tango, alternating large orchestras with an exquisite musical selection.
Francisco is like a breath of fresh air entering the music scene. He's a sure thing, one that everyone will enjoy and won't be able to stop dancing to.
Organizer of the Milonga Recuerdo, in Murcia, since 2012, and of the Murcia International Tango Meeting.
Musical producer for milongas, gatherings, and festivals throughout Spain.
DAVID GONZALEZ
David started as a DJ in 1999, but it wasn't until 2012 that he became interested in tango and began dancing.
In 2014, he began performing at local milongas, gradually gaining recognition and beginning to travel outside of Guipuzcoa. Pamplona, Zaragoza, Burgos, Valencia, and Málaga…
Its traditional style has attracted some organizers of milonguero gatherings, such as Ensueños (Portugal), RDV (Italy), La Franteña (France)… and also numerous national and international Marathons and Festivals.
David combines orchestras from the 1930s to the 1950s, applying what he learned in the past to tango, paying attention to the dance floor, good energy, quality sound, and a lot of love in each session.
OLGA "The Cachila"
Olga “La Cachila” is a passionate milonguera and Tango DJ.
He organizes and provides music for the milonga "La Cachila" which takes place on Thursdays at La Casa del Tango in Alicante (Spain).
It has also organized special workshops and festivals with prominent dancers.
As a DJ, he has provided music at numerous gatherings, milongas, and festivals in different cities in Spain, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Georgia.
He prefers traditional tango and especially emotional and rhythmic orchestras.
He loves to outdo himself and create a wonderful atmosphere on the dance floor, where milongueros enjoy themselves immersed in the tango.
PAXI MANEZ
Apasionado milonguero y bailarín, se desempeña como DJ de Tango desde la inauguración en San Vicente de “La milonga del Café Cinema", en el año 2010.
En sus selecciones musicales, son las orquestas de la “Edad de Oro” las que conforman el eje principal del conjunto, con incursiones varias que van desde la primera etapa de la “Guardia Nueva", hasta las orquestas contemporáneas con sonidos más actuales.
Actualmente reside y trabaja en Alicante (España), y puedes encontrarlo y escuchar sus selecciones regularmente en maratones y festivales en toda europa.
DJ SNAKE
She is Victoria Huang and has more than 15 years of experience organizing milongas and tango events.
Her passion for music also led her to develop her career as a DJ, a role that deeply excites her and in which she has found a space to convey her vision of tango.
His style is characterized by a traditional base enriched with more contemporary orchestral influences. His tandas are distinguished by the energy, balance, and sensitivity with which he connects with the dancers on the dance floor, offering 100% danceable and dynamic selections.
Her experience as a dancer, milonguera, and leader with a strong presence on the dance floor provides a unique perspective to create authentic and memorable atmospheres at each milonga.
She calls herself DJ Snake, a name that evokes mystery, magnetism, and a hypnotic attraction. Her alias symbolizes transformation and strength, qualities that allow her to captivate audiences from the moment she plays the first beat.
Enrique Berraquero
He began his career as a DJ at his own milonga in Marbella (Málaga) in 2010, and in 2011 he also participated as a DJ in international festivals and tango marathons.
He understands milongas as a party where tango fans come primarily to enjoy the connection with the couples that both the tango players themselves and a great musical selection create. But they're also a place where we go to have fun and enjoy ourselves with old and new friends.
High energy from the first tango until we took off our shoes, curtains to enjoy, and a mix of rhythmic and melodic tandas to inspire the tango to flow in every fan.
