Music

The sound at DIO. Coverage of the wider musical programme, the genres that define the venue, and the culture of electronic music at a Mediterranean beach setting.

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Related FAQ's

Does DIO have resident DJs?

Yes. Alongside the guest and headline programme, DIO has resident artists who play across multiple events throughout the season. Viktor Mar, a Hersonissos local with over 15 years of professional experience, is among the key residents, bringing a deep familiarity with the venue and its crowd to every set. Zanderberg and Benny Romeo also feature regularly across the season.

How do I find out which artist is playing on a specific date?

The DIO events page lists all upcoming events with their headline and support artists, dates, and times. Each event has its own page with full artist information. For ticketed events (HEDONISM and DIONYSIA), the event link also takes you directly to the Weeztix ticketing page for that date.

Does DIO feature live music as well as DJs?

Yes. DIO's programme includes artists who go beyond a traditional DJ set. Double Touch is a live electronic duo combining classical piano, live drums, and electronic production. Maanqi pairs DJ sets with fully improvised live tenor saxophone. These live elements are part of what makes DIO's music programme distinct from a standard beach club lineup.

Can I find DIO artists on Spotify or SoundCloud?

Yes. Most artists on the DIO programme have a presence across Spotify, SoundCloud, and other streaming platforms. The best place to start is each artist's profile page on the DIO website, where you'll find direct links to their streaming profiles and, where available, embedded Spotify players so you can listen before you arrive.

Are the artists at DIO internationally known?

Yes. DIO's programme brings together a mix of internationally touring headliners and artists with strong regional and scene-level reputations. GRAMMY-winning producer Afrojack, Serbian label boss and producer Space Motion, live electronic duo Double Touch, and Dutch artist Freddy Moreira are among the internationally recognised names on the 2026 roster. Alongside them, a strong support programme features artists whose sounds are equally well matched to the DIO setting.

Who plays at SUNSETS?

SUNSETS features a rotating programme of DJs across the season, with both resident artists and special guests joining throughout the summer. Artists including Zanderberg, Maanqi, and Marasi have featured in the SUNSETS programme, bringing a range of sounds suited to the late afternoon and early evening atmosphere. Check the DIO events page for the full schedule.

Who are the headline artists this season?

DIO's 2026 season features a strong lineup of headline artists across HEDONISM and DIONYSIA, including Space Motion, Double Touch, Afrojack, Freddy Moreira, Eran Hersh, Joezi, and &friends, among others. The full programme with dates is available on the DIO events page.

What kind of music does DIO play?

DIO's music programme is rooted in the deeper, more soulful side of electronic music. Across the three event series, you'll hear Afro House, Organic House, Melodic House, Melodic Techno, and peak-hour House. The sound is warm, sun-drenched, and intentional; built for a beachfront setting and an audience that listens as much as it dances.

SUNSETS leans into more atmospheric, melodic sounds as the sun goes down. HEDONISM moves through Afro, Organic, and peak-hour House as the night builds. DIONYSIA brings headline artists who each bring their own distinct sound to the programme, so the flavour of each event varies accordingly.

Press Media

May 26, 2026

Melodic Dancers

DIO lands in Hersonissos with a summer programme of international DJs, sunset rituals and beachfront celebrations from June 18 to August 31.

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May 28, 2026

UFO Network

A new era of luxury beach culture arrives in Hersonissos as DIO launches a season of world-class music, immersive sunset rituals and hedonistic celebrations from June 18 to August 31.

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May 26, 2026

Midnight Dance Music

DIO, the new nightlife destination in Crete, presents its summer 2026 programme featuring DIONYSIA, HEDONISM and SUNSETS.

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May 26, 2026

Tanzgemeinschaft

DIO Crete unveils a spectacular summer 2026 programme of music, sunset rituals and hedonistic beachfront celebrations.

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May 26, 2026

We Own The Nite NYC

A new era of luxury beach culture arrives in Hersonissos as DIO launches a season of world-class music, immersive sunset rituals and hedonistic celebrations from June 18 to August 31.

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May 26, 2026

Fresh Music Freaks

DIO Crete drops a huge summer 2026 lineup featuring world-class artists across DIONYSIA, HEDONISM and SUNSETS.

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May 26, 2026

PR Solid

DIO Crete announces a stacked lineup for summer 2026, bringing international DJ talent to its Hersonissos beachfront across three weekly concepts.

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May 26, 2026

Music Is 4 Lovers

DIO Crete announces its artist lineup for summer 2026, with performances spanning DIONYSIA on Thursdays, HEDONISM on Sundays and SUNSETS across the week.

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May 26, 2026

Mix Muse

DIO Crete readies its biggest summer yet with a huge wave of artists confirmed for the 2026 season in Hersonissos.

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May 26, 2026

Playy Magazine

DIO Crete unveils a spectacular summer 2026 programme of music, sunset rituals and hedonistic beachfront celebrations in Hersonissos.

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May 26, 2026

I House U

DIO Crete announces its 2026 artist lineup, with internationally renowned acts set to perform across its signature summer concepts.

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May 26, 2026

Drop Daily

DIO Crete drops its confirmed artist lineup for the 2026 summer season, spanning DIONYSIA, HEDONISM and SUNSETS.

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