Cumhur Dilek

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.