Leonardo Stella, better known as DJ N-JOY, is a renowned Italian DJ, producer, remixer, and composer, born in Switzerland on January 31, 1971. He gained early exposure to music through his love of disco, funk, and soul, leading to a career in DJing and producing. In the 1990s, he became known for his radio show and his iconic tracks, such as "Pump It Up" and "Party with Me." He also founded DC RECORDS in 1996 and later collaborated with international artists.
Throughout the 2000s and 2010s, DJ N-JOY expanded his career with numerous remixes, album releases, and collaborations with well-known figures like Penny Ford and John Morales. His track "Pump It Up" became a global hit again in 2004, and it was later sampled by the Black Eyed Peas. In the 2010s, he continued his success with new projects, including his own label LSGT MUSIC, and several album releases.
In 2025, his iconic track "Pump It Up" was featured in the soundtrack of the Movie « The Substance », starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, directed by Coralie Fargeat. The film was a massive success, winning numerous awards, including a prestigious Oscar, a Golden Globe and a Online Association of Female Critics Award and more.
On 2025, DJ N-JOY Continues to explore new projects.
For more infos: https://mx3.ch/djnjoy- Biography written by Marco Paltenghi : RSI Music Journalist.
