Speakers

German producer Purple Disco Machine, born Tino Piontek, has become a figure in the global music scene with his blend of disco, electro-funk, and house. Drawing inspiration from Prince and Gloria Estefan's Miami Sound Machine, his sound connects classic disco with modern mainstream music. His breakthrough came in 2012 with "My House," and since then, he’s produced tracks like "Body Funk" and "Devil in Me." Known for his sets, Piontek’s career grew with his debut album Soulmatic in 2017 and continued success with Exotica, earning him global recognition and over a billion streams.

Despite his fame, Piontek remains focused on balancing his career with his family, football, and food. His stage presence, marked by vibrant shirts and a moustache, has made him a popular figure at festivals like Tomorrowland and Coachella. Known for his remixing, he’s worked with artists like Dua Lipa and Elton John. In 2023, he won a Grammy for his remix of Lizzo’s "It’s About Damn Time," showing his role in bringing disco back and shaping the future of dance music.