D-EDGE celebrates 26 years with landmark São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro events this April

Carl Craig b2b Moodymann, KiNK, Daria Kolosova, Len Faki, Nastia, DJ Marky and more all play across two events in Rio and Sao Paolo 

The most influential club in Brazil, D-EDGE, marks its 26th anniversary with two major events across its São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro venues this April and reaffirms its status as a global benchmark for underground electronic music culture. 

Taking place on April 2nd at its São Paulo home and April 4th at its Rio de Janeiro outpost, the celebrations bring together world-class artists, residents and collaborators for a multi-layered programme that reflects the club’s legacy and forward-thinking vision.

Founded by Renato Ratier, D-EDGE has spent over two decades shaping Brazil’s nightlife landscape through consistently refined programming, boundary-pushing production and its influential label arm. Universally recognised for its innovative concept, the club was a pioneer in integrating LED technology and immersive light design into the dancefloor experience, creating a unique balance between sound, light and architecture. Since its move to São Paulo’s Barra Funda district in 2003, D-EDGE has played a central role in transforming the area into a hub for electronic music, while continuing to nurture both local and international talent.

D-EDGE São Paulo – April 2nd | A multi-room celebration of global club culture

The flagship anniversary event unfolds across multiple rooms, each reflecting a distinct strand of D-EDGE’s musical identity.

Pista Defected brings a house-driven focus with standout sets from Carl Craig b2b Moodymann, alongside KiNK, Beltran, Aline Rocha, Coppola, Nocapz and Ratier himself.

Pista Nave dives into deeper, driving techno territory with names including Len Faki, Daria Kolosova and Nastia, joined by Anderson Noise b2b DJ Murphy and more.

Elsewhere, the Indie Dance floor features Gui Boratto alongside a series of back-to-back sets, while Pista Marky & Friends celebrates drum & bass culture with DJ Marky and special guests including Makoto and L-Side. A dedicated D-EDGERS space rounds out the experience, spotlighting residents and long-time collaborators in an extended programme of back-to-back performances.

D-EDGE Rio – April 4th | A new chapter on the coast

Following the launch of its Rio de Janeiro cultural centre in late 2023, D-EDGE expands its anniversary into a second major event in the “Cidade Maravilhosa.” Bringing together generations and scenes on one dancefloor, the Rio edition features a headline b2b from Carl Craig and Moodymann, alongside KiNK, Ratier and key Brazilian names including Leo Janeiro, Simo (all night long) and Vivi Seixas. Designed as a fully immersive journey, the event reflects D-EDGE’s ethos of connection, storytelling and musical depth from first track to last.

Across both cities, the 26th anniversary stands as a testament to D-EDGE’s enduring influence. From its origins in Campo Grande to its global reputation today, the club has remained committed to pushing boundaries – musically, visually and culturally – while maintaining a clear identity rooted in quality and innovation. With two nights, two cities and a lineup that bridges heritage and future, D-EDGE once again defines what a modern club experience can be.

Lineup (São Paulo – April 2nd)

Pista Defected

Aline Rocha
Beltran
Carl Craig b2b Moodymann
Coppola
KiNK
Nocapz
Ratier

Pista Nave

Acid Asian
Anderson Noise b2b DJ Murphy
Bervon b2b HNGT
Daria Kolosova
Len Faki
Nastia
Opener DJ Contest: ARBR

Pista Indie Dance 

Guss b2b Lion
Adria b2b Perote
Ed Lopes b2b Waltervelt
Gui Boratto
Mishell b2b Cour T
Yamagucci

Pista Marky & Friends

DJ Andy
DJ Marky
Fabz
L-Side
Makoto
Nastia

D-EDGERS

Adnan Sharif b2b N.A.S.S.I
Bapp b2b Spuri
Cactunes b2b Fel C
Diogo Accioly b2b Sheldon
DJ Mau Mau b2b Glaucia + Max
From House To Disco b2b Leo Janeiro

Junior C b2b Julio Torres
Marcio S b2b Rodrigo Ferrari
Ratier b2b Lu.Cian
Simas b2b Marian

Lineup (Rio – April 4th)

Carl Craig b2b Moodymann
Ratier
KiNK
Leo Janeiro
Simo Not Simon
Vivi Seixas

D-EDGE celebrates 26 years with landmark São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro events this April

Carl Craig b2b Moodymann, KiNK, Daria Kolosova, Len Faki, Nastia, DJ Marky and more all play across two events in Rio and Sao Paolo 

The most influential club in Brazil, D-EDGE, marks its 26th anniversary with two major events across its São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro venues this April and reaffirms its status as a global benchmark for underground electronic music culture. 

Taking place on April 2nd at its São Paulo home and April 4th at its Rio de Janeiro outpost, the celebrations bring together world-class artists, residents and collaborators for a multi-layered programme that reflects the club’s legacy and forward-thinking vision.

Founded by Renato Ratier, D-EDGE has spent over two decades shaping Brazil’s nightlife landscape through consistently refined programming, boundary-pushing production and its influential label arm. Universally recognised for its innovative concept, the club was a pioneer in integrating LED technology and immersive light design into the dancefloor experience, creating a unique balance between sound, light and architecture. Since its move to São Paulo’s Barra Funda district in 2003, D-EDGE has played a central role in transforming the area into a hub for electronic music, while continuing to nurture both local and international talent.

D-EDGE São Paulo – April 2nd | A multi-room celebration of global club culture

The flagship anniversary event unfolds across multiple rooms, each reflecting a distinct strand of D-EDGE’s musical identity.

Pista Defected brings a house-driven focus with standout sets from Carl Craig b2b Moodymann, alongside KiNK, Beltran, Aline Rocha, Coppola, Nocapz and Ratier himself.

Pista Nave dives into deeper, driving techno territory with names including Len Faki, Daria Kolosova and Nastia, joined by Anderson Noise b2b DJ Murphy and more.

Elsewhere, the Indie Dance floor features Gui Boratto alongside a series of back-to-back sets, while Pista Marky & Friends celebrates drum & bass culture with DJ Marky and special guests including Makoto and L-Side. A dedicated D-EDGERS space rounds out the experience, spotlighting residents and long-time collaborators in an extended programme of back-to-back performances.

D-EDGE Rio – April 4th | A new chapter on the coast

Following the launch of its Rio de Janeiro cultural centre in late 2023, D-EDGE expands its anniversary into a second major event in the “Cidade Maravilhosa.” Bringing together generations and scenes on one dancefloor, the Rio edition features a headline b2b from Carl Craig and Moodymann, alongside KiNK, Ratier and key Brazilian names including Leo Janeiro, Simo (all night long) and Vivi Seixas. Designed as a fully immersive journey, the event reflects D-EDGE’s ethos of connection, storytelling and musical depth from first track to last.

Across both cities, the 26th anniversary stands as a testament to D-EDGE’s enduring influence. From its origins in Campo Grande to its global reputation today, the club has remained committed to pushing boundaries – musically, visually and culturally – while maintaining a clear identity rooted in quality and innovation. With two nights, two cities and a lineup that bridges heritage and future, D-EDGE once again defines what a modern club experience can be.

Lineup (São Paulo – April 2nd)

Pista Defected

Aline Rocha
Beltran
Carl Craig b2b Moodymann
Coppola
KiNK
Nocapz
Ratier

Pista Nave

Acid Asian
Anderson Noise b2b DJ Murphy
Bervon b2b HNGT
Daria Kolosova
Len Faki
Nastia
Opener DJ Contest: ARBR

Pista Indie Dance 

Guss b2b Lion
Adria b2b Perote
Ed Lopes b2b Waltervelt
Gui Boratto
Mishell b2b Cour T
Yamagucci

Pista Marky & Friends

DJ Andy
DJ Marky
Fabz
L-Side
Makoto
Nastia

D-EDGERS

Adnan Sharif b2b N.A.S.S.I
Bapp b2b Spuri
Cactunes b2b Fel C
Diogo Accioly b2b Sheldon
DJ Mau Mau b2b Glaucia + Max
From House To Disco b2b Leo Janeiro

Junior C b2b Julio Torres
Marcio S b2b Rodrigo Ferrari
Ratier b2b Lu.Cian
Simas b2b Marian

Lineup (Rio – April 4th)

Carl Craig b2b Moodymann
Ratier
KiNK
Leo Janeiro
Simo Not Simon
Vivi Seixas

Surreal Park’s Soul Festival announces Carl Craig b2b Moodymann, KiNK (live), Mochakk, Len Faki, Guy J, Ratier, Sasha and more

Surreal Park, one of the world’s biggest nightlife destinations with a 135,000m² clubbing complex, will host three simultaneous stages curated by Defected, D EDGE and We Are Lost this April

Set inside one of the world’s largest clubbing spaces, Surreal Park based in Camboriú, Santa Catarina (Brazil), an open-air environment that lets audiences move between multiple stages, outdoor areas and distinct worlds in a single night.

On April 3rd Surreal Park returns with Soul Festival, the fourth edition of its annual in-house festival concept. Designed as a celebration of what truly moves a dancefloor – identity, heritage and connection – the event unfolds across three simultaneous stages, Ritual, Bells and Nomad, each curated by a globally recognised institution within club culture.

Ritual by Defected – House music, in its living form

Surreal Park’s main stage welcomes Defected, one of the most influential and enduring names in global House music.

A defining moment will be Carl Craig b2b Moodymann, a rare meeting of two foundational Detroit figures whose shared roots shaped the DNA of modern House and Techno. Also confirmed is KiNK (live), celebrated for unpredictable, fully organic performances, with appearances in Brazil notably rare. Mochakk makes his long-awaited Surreal Park debut, arriving as one of Brazil’s most internationally in-demand artists. Ratier, Surreal Park’s host and creative force, joins the lineup with nearly 30 years of career and an influential presence across House and Techno.

Bells by D EDGE – Techno at full pressure

Curated by São Paulo institution D EDGE, with over 25 years of continuous history shaping Brazil’s electronic scene, Bells delivers hypnotic, straight-to-the-point Techno.

Headlining is Len Faki, historic Berghain resident and one of the genre’s most respected figures, known for precise, high-energy sets. Also on the stage: Mila Journee, Aninha, plus one additional artist to be announced.

Nomad by We Are Lost – Progressive storytelling and long-form immersion

The festival’s third axis arrives via Nomad by We Are Lost, marking the first time the We Are Lost festival concept lands in Brazil. Led by Guy J, the brand is known for narrative flow, emotional tension and long-form immersion. This will be Guy J’s fourth appearance at Surreal Park, continuing a relationship defined by consistently packed floors.

He is joined by Sasha, a true icon of Progressive House and a central figure in the genre since the 1990s, alongside Sahar Z and Surreal Park resident Teclas.

A festival built for a venue of global scale

Soul Festival is designed specifically for the scale of Surreal Park’s 135,000m² complex, allowing audiences to move fluidly between House, Techno and Progressive, while experiencing the venue’s open-air atmosphere, wide outdoor spaces and multi-stage layout. The result is a night that feels both personal and massive: three curated rooms, one destination, and a crowd building its own journey across the site.

Soul Festival takes place on April 3rd at Surreal Park in Camboriú, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Early tickets are available through the official platforms via the Surreal Park website. Further information, set times and updates will be announced through Surreal Park’s official channels.

Lineup

Ritual by Defected
Carl Craig b2b Moodymann
KiNK (live)
Mochakk
Ratier

Bells by D Edge
Len Faki
Mila Journee
Aninha
+ Special Guest

Nomad by We Are Lost
Guy J
Sasha
Sahar Z
Teclas