Musica · August 9, 2026 · MANTOVA (MN)
Get ready to groove with DJ Yano (Luciano Gaggia), one of Italy's most iconic and enduring DJs and producers of Afro and Cosmic alternative music. This unique genre originated and flourished in Northern Italian clubs starting in the 1980s. DJ Yano is a true pioneer, considered a pillar of the Italian Afro scene alongside legendary colleagues like DJ Baldelli and DJ Mozart. His DJ sets are a vibrant fusion of world music, tribal African percussion, electronic beats, reggae, and abstract, psychedelic sounds. Known for his high-energy live performances, he often incorporates live percussionists and impressive stage setups, including his famous "Yano Music Machine." With dozens of successful compilations to his name, including the cult-favorite Afro Project series, DJ Yano continues to draw thousands of fans of all ages to clubs and piazza parties across Northern Italy.