Alex Gaudino (birth name Alessandro Alfonso Fortunato Gaudino; born January 23, 1970, Salerno, Italy) is an Italian DJ, music producer, and author of dance music, and one of the most prominent artists of the European club scene of the 2000s. He gained worldwide recognition thanks to global hits such as "Destination Calabria", "Watch Out", "I'm in Love (I Wanna Do It)", as well as collaborations with major labels including Ultra Records, Ministry of Sound, and Time Records.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Alex Gaudino began his professional music career in the mid-1990s as a producer on the Italian dance scene. In 1998, he became one of the founders of the label Rise Records (a division of Time Records), which soon grew into one of Italy’s key platforms for hits in the house and dance genres.
During the early years, he produced and released several successful projects:
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The Tamperer feat. Maya — "Feel It" (UK No. 1)
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collaborations with international artists as a producer and remixer
These achievements helped him establish himself in the industry as a talented and in-demand producer.
Breakthrough: “Destination Calabria”
In 2006, Alex released the single that brought him global fame:
"Destination Calabria" (2006/2007)
The track is a mash-up of:
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"Destination Unknown" (Alex Gaudino feat. Crystal Waters, 2003)
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"Calabria" (Rune RK)
The song became an international mega-hit:
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Top 10 in more than 15 countries
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No. 1 on the European Dance Chart
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one of the most-played dance tracks of 2007
The music video featuring the iconic “green brass band” went viral even before the era of social media.
Commercial Success (2007–2010)
Following the triumph of “Destination Calabria,” Gaudino secured his status with a string of major hits:
"Watch Out" (feat. Shena, 2008)
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UK Top 10
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high chart positions across Europe
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airplay on major dance radio stations in the U.S.
"I'm in Love (I Wanna Do It)" (2010)
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one of the most successful European dance hits of 2010
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Billboard Hot Dance Airplay — Top 10
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certified platinum in several countries
These releases solidified his reputation as one of the leading European DJs of the 2000s.
Album: Doctor Love (2013)
In 2013, he released his first and so far only studio album, "Doctor Love", featuring:
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"I’m in Love"
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"What a Feeling" (feat. Kelly Rowland)
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"Is This Love"
The album received positive feedback on the dance scene and charted in Italy.
Remixes and Collaborations
Alex Gaudino has worked with a number of world-class artists:
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Kelly Rowland
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Crystal Waters
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Jordin Sparks
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Tiesto (remixes)
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Mondo Grosso
His remixes and productions frequently appeared on BBC Radio 1, NRJ, Kiss FM, and other major stations.
Later Career (2014 — Present)
After 2014, Gaudino continued releasing singles on labels such as:
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Ultra Records
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Armada Music
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Spinnin' Records
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Time Records
Notable releases from recent years include:
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"No More" (feat. Brenda Mullen, 2019)
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"Remember Me" (2020)
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"Don’t Talk to Me" (2021)
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"Talk Talk" (2023)
Alex continues to perform as a DJ at festivals and clubs across Europe, the U.S., and Asia.
Musical Style and Influence
Alex Gaudino is known for his commercial house and dance-pop sound with influences from:
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Italian house
Key elements of his style include:
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bright, driving basslines
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looped brass sections (his signature touch)
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catchy vocal hooks
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radio-friendly yet club-oriented production
Selected Discography
Studio Album
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2013 — Doctor Love
Key Singles
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2003 — Destination Unknown
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2006/2007 — Destination Calabria
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2008 — Watch Out
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2010 — I’m in Love (I Wanna Do It)
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2011 — What a Feeling (feat. Kelly Rowland)
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2013 — Is This Love
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2019–2024 — series of new singles
Alex Gaudino remains one of the most recognizable Italian producers in the international dance scene. His tracks have become club classics of the 2000s, and his distinctive sound along with numerous charting singles have secured his place among the key figures of European dance music.
