Jonny Cade
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Jonny Cade is bringing his masterful DJ expertise to Dahlia Stereo. With over two decades of experience behind the decks, this Manchester-based selector has earned his stripes across some of the world's most legendary venues and festival stages. His journey as both a producer and drummer for electronic outfit Maribou State has honed an instinctive ability to read a crowd and build momentum — skills that shine through in every set he plays.
Expect a genre-blending journey that moves fluidly through Afrobeat, disco, house, techno, soul and beyond. Jonny's deep understanding of groove and rhythm creates sets that are as emotionally driven as they are dancefloor-focused, whether he's crafting intimate moments or building towards euphoric peaks. His productions have graced respected labels including Ninja Tune, 2020:Vision and MadTech, reflecting both his versatility and commitment to quality music.
A night with Jonny Cade promises the kind of thoughtful, musicality-led DJ experience that only comes from a lifetime immersed in sound. Head down to Dahlia Stereo and discover what happens when a seasoned selector brings all that experience to the decks.
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With over two decades behind the decks, Jonny Cade is a seasoned DJ, producer and drummer known for delivering dynamic, emotionally driven sets rooted in rhythm and musicality. Equally at home in intimate venues and on major festival stages, Jonny’s deep understanding of groove comes from a lifetime immersed in music. As the drummer for acclaimed electronic outfit Maribou State, Jonny has performed in front of thousands worldwide, bringing live percussive energy to headline tours, festivals and sold-out shows. His experience playing to large crowds across Europe, Asia and beyond has shaped his instinctive ability to read a room and build momentum — a skill that translates powerfully into his DJ sets. Under his solo aliases Simona Drive, Alps 2, and his own name, Jonny crafts genre-blending journeys that move fluidly through Afrobeat, world music, disco, house, techno and soul. His productions have landed on respected labels including Ninja Tune, 2020:Vision and MadTech, reflecting both versatility and a commitment to high-quality underground music. Jonny’s DJ career has taken him to iconic venues such as DC10, Amnesia, Fabric, Space Ibiza and Albert Hall, where his ability to connect with diverse audiences has made him a trusted selector across club and live environments alike. Beyond performance, Jonny has also contributed to Manchester’s music culture, helping shape the early musical direction of venues including Ramona and Leno. Whether delivering high-energy club sets, warm sunset sessions or rhythm-led late-night journeys, Jonny Cade brings experience, musical depth and an infectious groove to every performance — grounded in 20+ years of craft and the confidence that comes from playing in front of crowds around the world.
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