John Summit
about the artist
John Summit is one of the most in-demand names in global dance music. The superstar DJ, producer, and label owner has amassed nearly one billion global streams, scored two #1 U.S. dance radio hits, and landed two Top 10 tracks on the Billboard Hot Electronic/Dance Songs chart. Known for his explosive live shows, Summit consistently sells out major venues worldwide — from a lightning-fast sellout at New York City's Madison Square Garden (17,000 tickets in under two hours) to three packed shows at L.A.'s Kia Forum (over 45,000 tickets sold), and a headline date at BMO Stadium (22,000). He introduced…
MoreJohn Summit is one of the most in-demand names in global dance music. The superstar DJ, producer, and label owner has amassed nearly one billion global streams, scored two #1 U.S. dance radio hits, and landed two Top 10 tracks on the Billboard Hot Electronic/Dance Songs chart. Known for his explosive live shows, Summit consistently sells out major venues worldwide — from a lightning-fast sellout at New York City's Madison Square Garden (17,000 tickets in under two hours) to three packed shows at L.A.'s Kia Forum (over 45,000 tickets sold), and a headline date at BMO Stadium (22,000). He introduced Experts Only Festival NYC, a groundbreaking two-day live music event set to take over Randall's Island on September 20 & 21 in partnership with Medium Rare, Relentless Beats, and EMW.
Summer 2025 sees him holding a coveted Ibiza residency — a major milestone for an American DJ — while in the fall he'll headline London's O2 Arena (10,000 capacity). Whether commanding an arena or an underground club, the Chicago native (now based in Miami) brings his signature high-octane energy to every set.
Behind the scenes, Summit is a meticulous and thoughtful artist. Formerly a CPA by day and music tutor by night, he now spends long hours in the studio crafting dynamic, emotionally resonant tracks. As a touring artist, he's headlined festivals around the world, including the Sahara Stage at Coachella 2024, and produced unforgettable events in unique locations — from the hills of Tennessee to snowy takeovers in Vail, Colorado, and Tahoe, Nevada — all under the banner of his label, Experts Only. Founded in pursuit of complete creative freedom, Experts Only is a global movement built on the principle of music without limits — blending house, techno, melodic, and everything in between. Summit's global hits like "Where You Are" (feat. HAYLA), "Human" (feat. Echoes), and "Go Back" with Sub Focus (feat. Julia Church) reflect that ethos. He has also been recognized for his impact in the dance music genre through nominations for a Billboard Music Award for Top Dance/Electronic Album and the American Music Award for Favorite Dance/Electronic artist.
On July 12, 2024, he released his highly anticipated debut album Comfort In Chaos. Exploring themes of vice and virtue, highs and lows, and the duality of the human experience, the album reveals the man behind the icon — pairing Summit's signature dancefloor energy with raw emotion and introspection. As he continues to evolve, Summit is poised for even greater heights, delivering a rare combination of musical innovation and deeply personal storytelling.