Gianni Romano

Gianni Romano is one of the most influen0al figures in the interna0onal music scene, an ar0st who has successfully combined passion, innova0on, and a remarkable ability to adapt to the rapid changes in electronic music. The founder of Daddy’s Groove and the mastermind behind
the Switch project, he has played a pivotal role in the global rise of Afro House, a sound that, thanks to his relentless dedica0on, has become a worldwide phenomenon.
The Switch project was born in 2014 in Naples, an event that immediately showcased Gianni Romano's unique vision. Ten years later, in 2024, Gianni celebrated the project's anniversary with exclusive events in Ibiza, Beirut, Paris, Istanbul, Milan, and Dubai, further solidifying the global success of this brand that con0nues to shape the evolu0on of Afro House worldwide.
Gianni's contribu0on to electronic music has been crucial. His 2021 hit "It’s Not Right" achieved massive success, earning three plaBnum records and two gold records, surpassing 100 million streams. The track was widely supported by music legends such as Black Coffee, Diplo, Vintage Culture, and David GueIa, among others, further cemen0ng his place on the global scene. "It’s Not Right" has been played by virtually every DJ in the world and con0nues to echo through dance floors today.
His collabora0ons with interna0onal superstars are numerous, spanning from David GueIa, with whom he has shared the stage on mul0ple occasions, to Axwell and Benny Benassi. Gianni is also known for his official remixes of iconic ar0sts like Cerrone and Whitney Houston, bringing his unique style to legendary tracks. Pete Tong, one of the most influen0al DJs and hosts of BBC Radio 1, has frequently supported and played Gianni’s tracks in his sets and radio shows, contribu0ng to the global spread of his sound.
In 2024, Gianni released "Thunder", a track featuring Aura, Emanuele Esposito, and Patricia
Zavala. "Thunder" reached number 3 on the UK Club Chart, a milestone that demonstrates the impact and apprecia0on his sound con0nues to generate worldwide.
The next chapter of his career comes with the highly an0cipated Water EP, scheduled for January 17, 2025. This EP is the result of a collabora0on with Emanuele Esposito, Aüra, and Trick Beat, and will also feature remixes from some of the most respected names in the scene, such as Bun
Xapa, Ziddo, Rockin, Moroccin, and Atsou. With this new work, Gianni Romano con0nues to explore underground sounds and digs even deeper into the essence of Afro House, moving away from flee0ng trends and taking his musical vision to a purer, more dis0nc0ve level.
At the same 0me, Gianni is working on his first album, scheduled for release in 2025, which will celebrate the 11th anniversary of the Switch project. The album will include remixes of his most iconic tracks, including a revamped version of "It’s Not Right" by &Friends, following the remix by MOOJO, breathing new life into a track that defined an era. The release of this album will be a defining moment in his career, a chance to reap the rewards of an ar0s0c journey that has leW an indelible mark on quality electronic music.
Gianni Romano is also known for his alias, MHE, a name he has adopted to explore new sounds and projects that differ from his main path but s0ll reflect his unique and innova0ve style. This alias allows him to experiment with fresh musical ideas and create a sonic universe that is even more eclec0c and ever-evolving.
His performances at clubs and fes0vals worldwide, from Beirut to Mexico City, from New
York to Tulum, from Marrakesh to Doha, from Paris to Lisbon, Madrid, Mykonos, Athens, Vienna, and beyond, have established him as one of the most acclaimed ar0sts on the interna0onal music scene. His 2023 residency at Blue Marlin Ibiza has further solidified his status, where the overwhelming energy of his performances transforms every night into a unique experience.
With Switch Lab, one of the most respected labels in the Afro House scene, Gianni Romano con0nues to carve new paths in the global music landscape, further cemen0ng his status as a pioneer and leader in an ever-evolving scene.
Gianni Romano is not just a DJ or music producer, but a true innovator who has leW an indelible mark on electronic music, and his story is bound to con0nue wri0ng many more chapters in the future of the genre.