Carl Cox, born July 29, 1962, in Oldham, England, is one of the most influential and beloved figures in the world of electronic music. Starting his career as a mobile DJ in the late 1970s, Cox quickly moved through the ranks of the UK's burgeoning rave scene in the late 1980s, becoming renowned for his three-deck mixing and exuberant stage presence. His unique sound, blending techno, house, and acid, helped him become a central figure in the rise of club culture across Europe.

Cox's reputation was established through legendary performances at clubs like Shoom, The Hacienda, and later with extended residencies at Space Ibiza, where his "Music Is Revolution" nights became an institution from 2001 to 2016. As a producer, he helped define the sound of modern techno and house with seminal tracks and acclaimed albums such as "At the End of the Cliché" and "All Roads Lead to the Dancefloor." In addition to hosting a massively popular global radio show, "Global," for over 16 years, Cox is also the founder of the influential Intec and Awesome Soundwave record labels, nurturing emerging talent and continually pushing the genre forward.

His relentless passion, open-minded approach, and dedication to evolving electronic music culture have earned him countless awards and an enduring legacy as a true ambassador of the dance music world.