KIKKO ESSE

With over twenty years of experience behind the decks and in the studio,Kikko Esse(aka Michele Sodano)stands out as one
of the leading figures of the new generation in house music Born and raised in Italy Kikko discovered his passion for vinyl culture and underground house at a very young age developing a unique style that blends funk and soul roots with the timeless energy of Chicago,Deep,and Detroit House all enriched with an authentic soulful sensibility
Since his debut Kikko has made a significant impact on the global scene with powerful productions and high profile collaborations with iconic artists such as Rick Wade, Chez Damier Masaki Morii Trinidadian Deep Kenny Bobien and DJ Spen many of whom have also remixed his tracks. He has also worked with Natasha Watts CT Martin and Venessa Jackson and released music on the legendary TR Records by Tony Humphries His productions have gained support and feedback from true legends of the house music scene including Frankie Knuckles,Louie Vega,Kenny Carpenter,Robert Owens,Black Coffee Hector Romero,Moodena,Danny Krivit,Joe Claussell,Paul Trouble Anderson,Tony Humphries,Mr.V,Kevin Yost,Trinidadian Deep Thommy Davis,DJ Meme,Emmaculate,Coflo,Massimiliano Pagliara Sparrow&Barbossa and many others
House music icons like Glenn Underground and Boo Williams have played his tracks even during Boiler Room Chicago sets Kikko's music continues to resonate across generations A true craftsman of sound,he embodies a constantly evolving and creative approach Between his studio work and dancefloors worldwide Kikko Esse continues to share his musical vision with passion elegance and a deeply house driven soul
Labels:Soul Departure Recordings,Salted Music,Quantize Recordings,King Street Sounds,Tony Records,MoBlack Records,Ocha Records,Groovin Recordings,Tropical Disco Records,Soulstar Records,Soundmen on Wax,M2SOUL Music and more.