Turkey

DJ Cumhur Dilek is a highly respected tango DJ, known for his refined selections, passion for the Golden Age of tango, and exceptional ability to shape the emotional flow of the evening. He hails from Izmir, where he has been an active part of the tango community for over two decades — as a dancer, organizer, and DJ. Before dancing, he was deeply connected to music — playing flute, guitar, saxophone, and singing vocals. His musical education has had a profound influence on his dance, DJing, and musicality. Since 2007, he has dedicated himself to tango music, performing at numerous events in Turkey and abroad. As an organizer, he is the founder of well-known events such as Milonga Agrilia, Milonga Aegean, and the Aegean Tango Marathon, demonstrating both his organizational talent and his devotion to tango culture. He is also the author of the project “Discographies of Tango Maestros”, a significant contribution to the understanding of tango music history. Over the years, Cumhur has developed a unique DJing style that combines pure tradition with precise dramatic structure. His milongas are immersive experiences that connect the energy of dance with deep emotional resonance among dancers. With his warm presence and sensitivity to the atmosphere in the room, he regularly performs at festivals in Turkey, Romania, Denmark, Italy, Greece, Sweden, and beyond. He currently lives and works in Denmark, where he is part of the teaching team at M2 Tango Studio. He often says, “Tango is not just music — it’s breathing in a shared rhythm,” and that philosophy is exactly what he brings into every one of his DJ sets.

Montenegro

DJ Emir Ljaljević is one of the most respected tango DJs in the Balkans, known for his elegant musical line, deep emotional sensitivity, and intuitive feel for the dance floor. Based in Podgorica, he has been promoting Argentine tango for more than a decade as an organizer and instructor at the Buena Vista Tango School. This year, he also participated as one of the young mentors in the project “Tango Unity: Embracing Differences Through Dance led by Familija Tangovi Skopje in partnership with Buena Vista Dance School Podgorica. As a DJ, Emir crafts his sets as stories — with an introduction, development, and climax — guiding dancers through different moods, from gentle nostalgia to pure joy. His selection combines classic orchestras from the Golden Age with rare recordings and instrumental gems that create a unique atmosphere. He is known for his ability to read the energy of the dancers and shape the rhythm of the night so that every moment becomes memorable. Emir has performed at festivals and marathons throughout Montenegro, Greece, North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia. He believes that a true tango DJ is the guardian of the atmosphere — someone who not only maintains the energy but creates a shared experience that unites everyone on the dance floor.

Turkey

DJ Emre Duyu is one of the most recognized tango DJs in Turkey and the region, known for his refined musical taste, emotional depth, and ability to keep the dance floor alive throughout the night. His tango journey began in Istanbul in 2013, when he discovered the magic of tango as an art that unites music, history, and human emotion. Since then, Emre has been immersed in tango music and dance, developing a unique style that blends traditional orchestras with carefully selected contemporary gems. He has performed internationally in Italy, Greece, the United Kingdom, Austria, Azerbaijan, and Indonesia, as well as at numerous milongas and tango events in Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir. His musical expression is defined by a harmonious balance between energy and tenderness, and by his deep connection with the dancers. Each of his tandas creates a special atmosphere — a journey through time and emotion, where every dancer finds their own story. His mission: to inspire moments of unity and emotion, from the first to the last tanda of every milonga.

Serbia

With more than 13 years of experience in both dancing and DJing, Miloš Kolarević is a well-known name in the tango community across Serbia and the wider region. As the founder of Tango Siesta Niš and organizer of Sueño de Tango Festival, he brings to every dance floor a deep passion for music and human connection. Miloš is known for creating tandas that combine familiarity with surprise — weaving hidden gems and unexpected turns that keep dancers inspired and engaged. While he has great respect for the classics of the Golden Age, he skillfully adapts his music to the energy of each milonga, occasionally introducing modern sounds when the moment calls for it. Often described as a “musical archaeologist,” Miloš believes that a carefully chosen tanda can completely transform the night.