From his early days in Buenos Aires to his current presence on international stages, Lucas Blanco has built a career grounded in technical skill, high-energy live sets, and total commitment to his craft.
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With over 20 years of experience, the Argentine DJ and producer has evolved from house and techno beginnings into a sound rooted in tech-house — always tailored to the crowd and the moment.
This 2025 finds him playing abroad once again, with an upcoming release on Latin House Gang and his most recent track, ‘Vigilao,’ out now via BEAT Music Fund.
In this conversation, Lucas looks back on his early days, shares his views on the role of the resident DJ, and outlines what’s coming next.
EG: Hi Lucas! Thanks for joining us — it’s a pleasure to have you. How are you? How is 2025 treating you so far?
Lucas Blanco: I’m doing great! Thanks for having me. This year has been really good so far. I’ve had the chance to travel to different countries again, including Brazil. I returned to P12 Jurerê after several years — the best beach club in Latin America. I also made my debut in Barcelona, Spain, and in Ottawa, Canada. In Argentina, I’ve got some important shows lined up through the end of the year, so I’m really happy with all the work coming in.
EG: How and when did you first get into electronic music? Did you ever imagine everything that’s happened since then?
Lucas Blanco: I’ve been into electronic music since I was very young — I was 12 and already listening to it. Then, more than 20 years ago, right after finishing high school, I started working as a DJ at private events. That’s when I realized I wanted to make this my life, and I approached it as a full-time profession. Honestly, I never expected everything that came after. My dream was just to make a living from music. But getting to travel and see the world because of it — I never imagined that.
EG: And when did you make the leap from being part of the crowd to standing behind the decks? What was that transition like for you?
Lucas Blanco: To be honest, I don’t think that transition ever really happened. As I mentioned earlier, I started playing professionally in my final year of high school, so by the time I started going to clubs or festivals, I was already a DJ.
EG: When did your first residency come along? What did you learn from that experience? And in your view, what role does a resident DJ play in a club?
Lucas Blanco: Great question. My first residency came around 2010, at a venue in Maipú. It was a basement spot that opened every Sunday in downtown Buenos Aires — packed wall to wall every week. Stepping into that booth each weekend felt like walking out onto the field for a championship final.
That residency eventually led to Club One at Palacio Alsina, without a doubt the most important residency of my career. I was there for four years, and that club is what really put my name on the map across Argentina.
At Club One, I learned how to manage nerves and control crowds of 3,000 to 4,000 people per show. It was wild.
The resident DJ is the one who gives a club its musical identity. They leave the fingerprint that defines the sound of the place. You can usually tell what vibe a club has just by knowing who the resident is. These days, we don’t see resident DJs as often, but back when I started, the top venues always had one. They were in charge of warming up the room and setting the tone for the guest.
“My dream was just to make a living from music. But getting to travel and see the world because of it — I never imagined that”
EG: Who have you shared the booth with so far? Who made the biggest impression? And who would you love to play alongside in the future?
Lucas Blanco: I’ve played with a lot of big-name international artists throughout my career — Steve Aoki, Andrea Oliva, Cedric Gervais, Blackchild, Tom & Collins, Chus & Ceballos… But the one who impressed me most was DJ Chuckie. His technique, crowd control, and stage presence are on another level. I haven’t seen anyone match that.
Cloonee and Roger Sanchez are two artists I haven’t shared the booth with yet, but I’d love to. I’ve seen both of them live, and they’re incredible. Cloonee has a unique style, and Roger’s technique is amazing.
EG: How would you describe your sound in a live setting? And how has it evolved over time?
Lucas Blanco: My sound has changed a lot over the years. I started out playing house, electro, and techno. Now I’m fully focused on tech-house — but it always depends on the crowd. Sometimes I go more underground, other times I’ll play a more upbeat set. It’s all about reading the room.
EG: In terms of your own productions, your latest release was ‘Vigilao’. Can you tell us what’s next on that front?
Lucas Blanco: Between October and November this year, I’ll be releasing a new track on Latin House Gang, the label run by Mexican artist Michael BM. It’s one of the most important and respected labels in the genre, with global recognition and support from top artists across the scene.
EG: Stepping out of the studio for a moment — how do you see the current state of the scene? What would you like to see more of, and what could there be less of?
Lucas Blanco: The good thing is that the global scene keeps growing, and that’s the best thing that can happen for us as artists. What I’d like to see less of is people criticizing DJs just because of the genre or style they play. Every DJ has their own taste, and that should be respected.
“I started playing professionally in my final year of high school, so by the time I started going to clubs or festivals, I was already a DJ”
EG: Finally… what can we expect from Lucas Blanco in the coming months? Where can fans catch you live? Any tours coming up?
Lucas Blanco: In October 2025 I’ll be playing in Buenos Aires at Milvidas, one of the city’s most exclusive clubs, and also at the El Calentón Festival alongside some major international artists. I can’t say much yet about November and December, but there are two big shows coming up in Argentina with artists from abroad — and my first tour in a neighboring country.
EG: Thanks so much for your time, Lucas! Wishing you all the best for what’s ahead.
Lucas Blanco: Thank you so much for the space!
Lucas Blanco ‘Vigilao’ is out now via BEAT Music Fund. Stream and download here.
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