Maurizio Colella (CH)

Maurizio Colella, known globally as EDX, is a Swiss-Italian music industry titan born on November 2, 1976, in Zürich, Switzerland. Beyond his renowned grammy-nominated DJ persona, Colella has carved a formidable legacy as a record executive, label owner, and A&R visionary. In 2001, he founded Sirup Music, an internationally acclaimed record label that has launched chart-topping hits from artists like Avicii, Mike Candys, Nadia Ali, Yvan & Dan Daniel, and DJ Tatana. His sharp A&R instincts have nurtured talents such as Nora En Pure, Daniel Portman, and Croatia Squad through his Helvetic Nerds collective, a joint venture with Enormous Tunes, cementing his reputation for identifying and developing groundbreaking electronic music artists. In addition to these roles, he handles artist management for talents worldwide, including Alterboy and Nora En Pure, to name a few.

Colella’s leadership extends to managing a portfolio of ten music labels under his company, established in 2001, showcasing his entrepreneurial acumen. His strategic vision has driven Sirup Music to amass over one billion Spotify streams, reflecting his ability to balance creative innovation with commercial success. A passionate advocate for authentic sound, Colella emphasizes originality in his A&R approach, advising aspiring producers to master their craft and develop a unique sonic identity. His multifaceted career, spanning over three decades, highlights his dedication to shaping the global electronic music landscape through mentorship, label management, and a relentless pursuit of musical excellence.