Andrei Ciubuc is one of the leading figures in Romania’s new generation of electronic artists — a producer, DJ, and label owner whose sound bridges the precision of minimalism with the warmth and unpredictability of live-minded groove.

Born and based in Bucharest, Andrei’s musical roots go deep. Before stepping into electronic production, he studied and played violin, guitar, and bass — a background that continues to shape his sense of rhythm, arrangement, and harmonic movement. His productions balance restraint and playfulness, building subtle narratives that evolve through groove rather than force.

Over the years, Andrei has developed a signature approach to sound design and arrangement — playful yet meticulous, with unexpected turns and emotional undercurrents that reveal his personality both in the studio and behind the decks. His sets are long, immersive, and fluid, shaped by instinct rather than formula, always guided by connection with the crowd.

He is the founder of Draganenii, an independent label whose name roughly translates to “my dear” — a nod to the personal and intimate side of his musical vision. Through Draganenii, he releases his own works and those of like-minded artists exploring the fine line between experimentation and dancefloor motion.

Beyond his solo output, Andrei is part of several collaborative projects that have become landmarks in the Romanian underground: Backstage Boys (with Dan Andrei and Kozo), VRAC (with Vlad Radu), and an ongoing creative partnership with Rhadoo — a project that dives even deeper into stripped-back rhythm, texture, and live improvisation.

His music has appeared on labels such as Malonian, Subtil, Castanea Records, BP Digital, UVAR, and of course Draganenii, gaining consistent support across Europe’s minimal and micro-house scene. Recent works like Gotta Have House EP reveal a confident evolution — a more defined groove language, simultaneously grounded and free-flowing.

Whether at Club Guesthouse (Bucharest), Sunwaves Festival, or international appearances in Berlin, Paris, or Miami, Andrei brings the same understated precision and emotional depth that define his studio work. His performances are journeys built on patience, detail, and a love for sound — a space where time dissolves and the groove takes over.