Kiko Franco, a celebrated DJ and producer, garnered international acclaim when his 2021 remix of Love Tonight with Vintage Culture soared to the No. 1 spot on Beatports Afro House Chart. This track subsequently became the 5th best-selling Afro House track of all time and was crowned the 2021 Summer Anthem by BBC Radio 1. Franco established his early career as a resident DJ at renowned venues P12 and Pacha in Jurerê Internacional, building a foundational presence that he has since expanded globally.
Cementing his position as a top-tier artist, Kiko Franco contributed to a historic release on Defected Records, collaborating with BLOND:ISH and Moby on a new version of Mobys iconic Natural Blues. This high-profile project culminated in Franco performing live B2B alongside BLOND:ISH at the legendary Pacha Ibiza. A testament to his consistent appeal, Kiko Franco is recognized as one of the top streaming electronic music artists on Spotify, with his work collectively surpassing over 100 million plays across various platforms. In early 2024, Kiko Franco further diversified his career by launching his own label, AURUM Records. The labels debut release, Francos single LOW, quickly achieved significant success, surpassing 520,000 streams and entering the Top 100 upon its release.
This new venture underscores Francos ongoing evolution as both an artist and an industry innovator, continuing to shape the landscape of house music globally.