HUGEL

The Architect of Latin House
The Marseille Sound Goes Global
Born Florent Hugel in Marseille, South of France, HUGEL has become one of the most influential figures in modern electronic music. Raised on a steady diet of funk, disco, and soul, he began DJing at 16, later evolving into a hit-making producer inspired by legends like Carl Cox and Daft Punk. Today, he is widely credited as the instigator of the global Latin House movement, blending Mediterranean spirit with infectious dancefloor grooves.
From Viral Hits to Industry Dominance
HUGEL first captured international attention in 2018 with his remix of "Bella Ciao," which became the official German summer hit and achieved multi-platinum status across Europe. He solidified his status as a genre-defining artist with "Morenita" in 2021, a track that helped popularize Latin House on a global scale. In 2024, his collaboration "I Adore You" (with Topic and Arash) became a commercial juggernaut, surpassing 500 million streams on Spotify and topping charts worldwide.
The King of the Mainstage
With over 4 billion total streams and multiple #1 spots on Beatport, HUGEL is a staple at the world's most prestigious festivals and clubs:

Ibiza Residencies: A long-standing figure on the White Isle, he has held celebrated residencies at Pacha, Ushuaïa, and recently Hï Ibiza.
Global Stages: He has commanded crowds at Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, and Lollapalooza, known for high-energy sets that blend house, tribal rhythms, and pop sensibilities.

2026: The "Make The Girls Dance" Era
As of early 2026, HUGEL continues to lead the scene through his label, Make The Girls Dance Records:

2026 World Tour: Following his debut on the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs 2025, HUGEL is currently on a massive world tour with sold-out dates at Space Miami, Brooklyn Mirage, and Palm Tree Club Miami.
Streaming Powerhouse: He maintains over 21 million monthly listeners on Spotify, consistently ranking as one of the most-streamed French artists in the world.
New Collaborations: 2026 has already seen him release fresh reworks and collaborations with artists like J Balvin and Ellie Goulding, further bridging the gap between underground house and global pop.

Whether he is producing sun-soaked anthems or leading the charge for Afro-Latin sounds, HUGEL remains a "pirate of the airwaves," ensuring the world never stops dancing.