Nicky Z is carving his lane in the electronic music world with a sound that fuses high-energy club power and polished production finesse. A graduate of Icon Collective and a mastering student of Luca Pretolesi (Studio DMI), Nicky combines top-tier technical precision with the creative instincts of a true performer.
His music bridges the worlds of mainstage house, bass-driven grooves, and feel-good energy, creating tracks designed to ignite both festivals and intimate club floors alike. Every mix, drop, and transition carries Nicky’s signature – tight, dynamic, and emotionally charged.
Nicky has become a key figure in the SoCal dance scene, delivering explosive performances that blur the line between DJ and live act. His sets blend custom edits, unreleased originals, and live mashups, earning him a reputation for turning every show into an experience.
Behind the scenes, Nicky has worked alongside artists such as Brian McKnight Jr. and Lumberjvck, among many others, showcasing his versatility and depth as a producer beyond the stage.
With an ear trained by the best and a passion rooted in the dance floor, Nicky Z is emerging as one of the next wave of producers redefining the sound of modern electronic music.
Some of his past venues include:
TRU Nightclub – (Hollywood)
Block 16 – (San Diego)
Ivy Nightclub – (San Diego)
Eye Candy in Mandalay Bay – (Las Vegas)
Jimmy Love’s – (San Diego)
The Local – (San Diego)
The Tipsy Crow – (San Diego)
The Riviera – (Palm Springs)
Minibar – (Chicago)
Manision – (Chicago)
Stay – (Chicago)
The Boar Cross’n – (San Diego)
Sutra – (Orange County)
Ivar – (Hollywood)
Deep – (Hollywood)
White Lotus – (Hollywood)
The Standard – (Hollywood)
Typhoon Saloon – (San Diego)
Mooses – (San Diego)
Belly Up Tavern – (San Diego)
On Broadway – (San Diego)
Red Circle – (San Diego)
Aubergine – (San Diego)
Excelsior – (San Diego)
Crudo – (San Diego)
Ole Madrid – (San Diego)
Deco’s Nightclub – (San Diego)
Moondoggies – (San Diego)
Epicentre – (San Diego)
Special Events:
Summer Explosion 2000 – (Genuine & Sole concert)
San Diego Hip-hop forum – (Hosted by Sway from MTV)
Playboy Golf Scramble – (SD) – Yearly Events
Pure Nightclub – (SD) – The official 50 Cent after party