Rafa Barrios, born in Seville, Spain, has made a name for himself in the global electronic music scene with his powerful and groove-heavy tech-house sound. Since launching his career in his early 20s, his music has been supported and played by top artists like Carl Cox, Chus & Ceballos, Richie Hawtin, Kaiserdisco, Reboot, Marco Carola, Danny Tenaglia, and many more.
Over the years, Rafa's productions have landed on some of the most respected labels in the scene, including Intec Digital, Tronic, Stereo Productions, Suara, Toolroom, Sola, Hottrax, Repopulate Mars, Moon Harbour, and his own imprint, Bandidos Music. His unique style—rich in rhythm, groove, and Spanish soul—has earned him a loyal following worldwide.
He has played his music at top clubs and festivals around the world, including Elrow, The BPM Festival, Winter Music Conference, Space Miami, Pacha, Cielo, Lost Beach, Heart Club, and many more. His sets are known for their high energy, seamless flow, and irresistible dancefloor impact.
In 2012, Rafa launched DOOD Records, a label dedicated to fresh, high-impact house and tech-house music. Now, as the head of Bandidos Music, he continues to push boundaries, releasing standout tracks like “Baila Conmigo,” “Tangofly,” and “La Vela”—the latter of which was released in 2025 on Moon Harbour Recordings to critical acclaim.
His tracks regularly chart on Beatport, with past hits like “Flip Flop” and “Woohoo” hitting the Top 10, and his 2024 festival sets—like Ultra Lima and The Great Picnic in Budapest—earned rave reviews from fans and press alike.
Rafa Barrios continues to represent the new generation of Spanish electronic artists—bold, rhythmic, and unmistakably original.
