Women and LGBTQIAPN+ people transforming the dance floors since 2017.
For artists, audiences, contractors, and anyone who believes in culture as a force for transformation.
Who We Are
MADDAM
MaddaM Music is an electronic music platform and production company founded in Recife in 2016 by women and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
We are DJs, producers, educators, and artists who believe in art as a tool for social transformation. We create experiences that unite music, technology, and education—so that the electronic music scene can be a space of true freedom and diversity.
We don't just throw parties. We make history.
Our Base
Mission, Vision, Values and Social Impact
MISSION
Democratizing electronic music by creating safe and representative spaces for women and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
VISION
To be a national benchmark in artistic training and inclusive cultural production in electronic music.
VALUES
Inclusion, community, innovation, excellence, and social transformation through art.
Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from the UN:
Impact in Numbers
48
Episodes of the Techtronica program produced
80+
Trained Artists
200+
Events Held
10k+
People Impacted
8 years
of history, transforming the electronic scene
100%
Diversity
Institutional Recognition
What we do
We train artists.
Technical and artistic training in DJing, music production, and live performance.
We create content.
Mixes, podcasts, and educational materials about electronic music and culture.
We produce events.
Festivals and celebrations that embrace diversity and showcase new talent.
We build community.
Safe spaces for interaction, exchange, and mutual support among artists.
We develop careers.
Mentorship, networking, and professional opportunities for up-and-coming artists.
We drive change.
Activists for diversity and inclusion in the Brazilian music industry.
Our Journey
8 years transforming the electronic music scene.
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
2017
2018
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
2019
2020
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
2021
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
2022
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
2023
2024
The Beginning
First event in Recife focusing on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
The Beginning
First event in Recife focused on female DJs and LGBTQIAPN+ people.
2025
In the media
Our story as told by major media outlets.
Data | Veículo | Título | Acessar Link |
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08/09/2025 | Diário de Pernambuco | DJ Nadejda se apresenta no Festival MIMO em Olinda | Acessar ↗ |
06/09/2025 | Revista OGrito! | Nadejda integra a programação do TRAMA MODA PERNAMBUCO | Acessar ↗ |
02/09/2025 | ACena Recifense | Nadejda leva Música Eletrônica ao palco do Festival Pernambuco Meu País 2025
| Acessar ↗ |
19/06/2025 | A Cena Recifense | Coletiva MaddaM recebe Selo da Diversidade da OAB-PE e celebra com festa especial | Acessar ↗ |
19/06/2025 | A Cena Recifense | Coletiva MaddaM recebe Selo da Diversidade da OAB-PE e celebra com festa especial | Acessar ↗ |
17/06/2025 | Revista O GRITO! | Coletiva MaddaM conquista selo da Diversidade pela OAB | Acessar ↗ |
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