Carl Cox
Carl Cox, an emblematic figure in dance music, embarked on his DJing journey at 15. He evolved from disco to become a pivotal force in the acid house and techno scenes. His early embrace of Chicago house music and legendary three-deck sets solidified his status as a pioneer.
Carl Cox: quick facts
Sourced, updated Oct 2026- Real name
- Carl Andrew Cox
- Born
- July 29, 1962 (age 64)
- Zodiac sign
- Leo
- Birthplace
- Oldham, England
- Nationality
- British
- Genres
- House, Techno, Tech house
- Labels
- Intec (founder), Awesome Soundwave (founder)
- Active since
- 1977
- Net worth
- $16M to $25M estimate How we got there
Essential tracks
- I Want You (Forever)1991
- The Player1996
- Phuture 20001999
- Dr. Funk1999
DJ Mag Top 100 best: #22
Latest on Carl Cox
46 stories
How Old Are the Top DJs in 2026? Ages, Arrival Ages and Where They...
John Summit is 32, Dom Dolla 34 and Peggy Gou 35. We checked the birth dates of 68 DJs in the DJ Mag Top 100 2026: the median age is 38, and nobody arrived on the list before 30.
Techno Curiosities: 10 Questions Fans Always Ask About Their Favourite DJs
What happened to Black Coffee's hand, did Carl Cox really play New Year's Eve twice and what does Keinemusik mean? The first part of Techno Curiosities answers the questions fans always ask.
The Summer of the First-Time B2B: Four DJ Duos That Had Never Shared a...
Skrillex b2b RHR, Charlotte de Witte b2b Yousuke Yukimatsu, Carl Cox b2b Louie Vega and Eric Prydz b2b Boris Brejcha all happened for the first time inside eighteen days. Why the debut b2b set became the headline product of 2026.
Carl Cox Net Worth in 2026: How the King of Techno Built His Fortune
Carl Cox's net worth in 2026 is estimated at $16m to $25m. Here is how the king of techno built it.
Carl Cox and Louie Vega Will Play Back to Back for the First Time...
ADP Event brings Carl Cox and Louie Vega together for their first ever b2b set at Movida Beach Club in Letojanni, Sicily on Ferragosto, 14 August 2026.
Ibiza Peak Week: UNVRS, Hï and Ushuaïa Line Up Seven Heavyweight Nights
The Night League's mid July rundown lines up UNVRS, Hi Ibiza and Ushuaia in step, with Anyma, Carl Cox, Dom Dolla, Black Coffee, Calvin Harris and Swedish House Mafia across a single week.
Ibiza 2026 Residencies: Who Plays Each Night, From [UNVRS] to Carl Cox
Ibiza 2026, night by night. [UNVRS] opens on the old Privilege site and Carl Cox takes Sundays. Our guide to who plays where, and the one night to fly for.
BSH Announces Carl Cox at Croatia’s 2,000-Year-Old Cave Romane
Carl Cox headlines Cave Romane, Croatia on August 7, 2026, for a spectacular open-air show by BSH Events, featuring immersive visual production, laser mapping, and a unique setting within the ancient Roman quarry.
5 Best Highlights from SXM Festival 2026
SXM Festival 2026 delivered five unforgettable moments across Saint Martin, from Carl Cox’s marathon sunrise set at Happy Bay to Lee Burridge’s serene session at Bamboo Beach.
SXM Festival 2026 Unveils Phase 2 Lineup
SXM Festival 2026 unveils its Phase Two lineup for 2026, adding Francis Mercier, Arodes, Bontan, Franky Wah, Adassiya, Cristoph, Chus & Ceballos, Zamna Soundsystem and more to its five-day Caribbean celebration in Saint Martin. Discover the full program, venues, and ticket details for March 18–22, 2026.
The First Chapter Begins: EXIT Expands from Serbia to the World in 2026
EXIT announces The First Chapter, a bold Global Tour for 2026 that brings its celebrated festival identity to Egypt, India, Malta, Croatia, Macedonia, and Serbia.
Anyma, Circoloco and Carl Cox Shows Draw Lawsuit at the Pyramids of Giza
Egypt faces a major lawsuit over DJ concerts at the Pyramids, with claims that events by Anyma and Carl Cox threaten ancient monuments and heritage rules.
Phase One Lineup Is Announced for Ultra Music Festival 2026
Ultra Music Festival 2026 returns to Miami with 14 debut acts, exclusive B2B sets, world premieres, and legendary headliners including Amelie Lens, Carl Cox, and Armin van Buuren.
Upcoming shows
Festivals with Carl Cox on the lineup
Past festival appearances
Where Carl Cox has played
Medusa Sunbeach Festival 2026 (Cullera, Spain)
SXM Festival (Sint Maarten, Saint Martin) 2026
Festival Vaiven (Morelos, Mexico) 2025
We Belong Here (Brooklyn, NY, USA) 2025
OfF Piknic Electronik (Montreal, QC, Canada) 2025
Historical Cranes (Antwerp, Belgium) 2025
Junction 2 (London, UK) 2025
Ultra Europe (Split, Croatia) 2025
Awakenings Summer Festival 2025
Kappa FuturFestival (Turin, Italy) 2025
Time Warp Brasil (São Paulo, Brazil) 2025
Ultra Music Festival (Miami, United States) 2025
Related Playlists
Curated playlists featuring Carl Cox
“Movement 2026 Official Playlist” Playlist on Spotify
“KFF23 | Official Playlist” Playlist on Spotify
“Awakenings Festival 20 Years” Playlist on Spotify
“Awesome Soundwave” Playlist on Spotify
“Carl Cox – Cabin Fever Jazz funk tracks” Playlist on Spotify
“Intec” Playlist on Spotify
“Carl Cox – Remixes” Playlist on Spotify
“Carl Cox – The Playlist” Playlist on Spotify
“Carl Cox’ track IDs” Playlist on Spotify
“This Is Carl Cox” Playlist on Spotify
“This Is Reinier Zonneveld” Playlist on Spotify
“This Is Anfisa Letyago” Playlist on Spotify
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Carl Cox
Where is Carl Cox from?
Carl Cox is from Oldham, England. Nationality: British.
How old is Carl Cox?
Carl Cox is 64 years old, born on July 29, 1962.
What is Carl Cox's real name?
Carl Cox's real name is Carl Andrew Cox.
What is Carl Cox's net worth?
Techno Airlines estimates Carl Cox's net worth at $16M to $25M, based on touring, releases, label and brand income. There is no official figure.
What kind of music does Carl Cox play?
Carl Cox plays house, techno and tech house.
Does Carl Cox have a record label?
Yes. Carl Cox founded Intec and Awesome Soundwave.
What are Carl Cox's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "I Want You (Forever)" (1991), "The Player" (1996) and "Phuture 2000" (1999).
Did Carl Cox retire?
No. In 2022 he told Mixmag he wanted to move beyond pure DJing toward live electronic performance, but said it would be a shame to stop DJing entirely, so he now mixes DJ, live and hybrid shows.
What is Carl Cox Motorsport?
It is Carl Cox's own racing team. It competed in the Extreme E electric off-road series from 2023 and entered the FIA Extreme H World Cup in 2025 with Timo Scheider and Klara Andersson.
How did Carl Cox get famous?
He built his name in the UK rave scene with high-energy three-deck sets, was voted DJ Mag's number one DJ in 1997, and cemented it with his Music is Revolution residency at Space Ibiza from 2001 to 2016.
When is Carl Cox's next festival show?
Carl Cox is on the lineup of We Belong Here (New Orleans, USA) 2026, starting November 13, 2026.
Clubs
Where Carl Cox holds a residency, plus the clubs that come up in our stories.
![[UNVRS], Ibiza](https://www.technoairlines.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/unvrs-ibiza-ibiza-club-768x512.jpg "[UNVRS], Ibiza")
Labels
The labels Carl Cox releases on and runs, with Beatport chart tracks from the last 12 months.
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