DJ Tuli – United Kingdom
Originally from Venezuela, DJ Tuli has been spinning salsa, mambo, guaguancó, cha-cha, bachata and other Latin sounds nationally and internationally, working for some of the best salsa organisers in the UK as well as co-hosting the popular radio show called “The Latin Explosion” broadcasted live from the Colourful Radio studios at the Africa Centre - London. Tuli started listening and dancing to Salsa music from an early age; passion for which only grew stronger after coming to the UK, performing regularly at a Salsa venue back in the early 90's called "Down Mexico Way"....then in the 00's she joined the Mambolifestyle Dance Company (directed by Irene Miguel) which also led to dance performances across the UK and abroad. Although, DJ-ing has been a fairly recent undertaking for Tuli, this has been a thoroughly enjoyable learning curve & she is committed to continuously update her knowledge in Latin music scene and becoming a well accomplished DJ.
The Duke – United Kingdom
Julian is originally from Colombia and has been part of the salsa scene throughout all his life. He has been a Dj for the last 30 years playing at various Congresses and venues around the world. He is one of the First Salsa Dj’s who started Salsa in the U.K. During his visit to Hong Kong where he performed in a Salsa Congress in 2008 he was awarded the certificate of participation for his outstanding performance. Julian believes Salsa is a way to bring happiness and to unite people from all backgrounds throughout music. Que viva la SALSA!
Hugo Leite – Portugal
Searching, selecting and playing music for an audience is my profession. It has been my full time occupation since March 2002. My area of speciality are the rhythms that compose Salsa music but I also work with other Latin and African rhythms. I have found in music and professional audio an intense passion… and I love sharing it with others!
Jimmy Anton - New York
Jimmy Anton has been a defining figure in New York’s Salsa and Mambo scene for decades. Active since 1991 as a dancer, teacher, choreographer, event promoter and DJ, he has played an important role in the development and international growth of New York Style “On2” Mambo. As a DJ, Jimmy is known for his deep knowledge of classic Salsa, Mambo and Cha-Cha-Chá. His experience as both a dancer and teacher gives him a unique understanding of the dance floor and a distinctive approach to selecting music.