Layton Giordani (18 and Over)

Layton Giordani continues to reign as a trailblazer and now label boss of MADMINDS in thehouse and techno world, solidifying his presence at the forefront of the global scene. A NewYork native, Giordani’s journey into electronic music began in his teens, inspired by thelegendary sets of Danny Tenaglia at Pacha NY. This profound experience drove him to pursue acareer behind the decks, eventually securing a pivotal residency at Output NY in Brooklyn.Here, Giordani's talent flourished, catching the eyes of notable figures in the techno scene. Giordani’s big break came under the mentorship of Adam Beyer, the techno heavyweight behindthe Drumcode label. With Beyer’s support, Layton’s debut ‘Unspoken’ EP on Truesoul, followedquickly by his debut on Drumcode with Rivington, marked his arrival as a rising force in thetechno scene. His 2017 debut album ‘Where It Begins’ earned widespread acclaim, cementinghis status as a significant player. The years that followed were marked by monumental collaborations and career-developing hits,including ‘Live Again’ with Danny Tenaglia and ‘Space Date’ with Adam Beyer and GreenVelvet–the latter accumulating over 19 million streams on Spotify and reaching anthem status.Giordani's 2020 sophomore album ‘New Generation' was a bold step forward, blendinginfluences from various genres while expanding the boundaries of his own sound. His versatility continued to shine in subsequent years with releases including the ‘Hyperworld’EP, an energetic collaboration with HI-LO on ‘Rabbit Hole,’ and a collaborative remix of‘Voicemail’ with Green Velvet and Patrick Topping. These tracks not only gained widespreadacclaim but also showcased his ability to reshape and reimagine tracks for a new era. By 2024 and into 2025, Giordani emerged as one of the most influential names in the house andtechno scene, dominating charts and streaming platforms with tracks like ‘Last Night’ withAnyma which rocketed to #1 overall on Beatport and surpassed 100,000 daily…