Esther Anaya is a Colombian-born DJ, singer-songwriter, music producer, and classically trained violinist whose genre-blending sound and high-impact performances have positioned her as one of the most dynamic crossover artists in electronic music today. Having immigrated to the United States under political asylum at a young age, Anaya carries a deep cultural narrative that informs both her artistry and global perspective.
With over 20 years of formal musical training and more than a decade of professional touring experience, Anaya seamlessly fuses classical instrumentation with modern electronic and Latin influences. Her live performances, anchored by electric violin, DJ sets, and live vocals, are cinematic, high-energy experiences that have captivated audiences across four continents, bridging the worlds of live musicianship and modern dance music.
Anaya’s career trajectory reflects steady, high-level ascent. Early milestones include sharing the stage with Rihanna and Kanye West at Staples Center and opening for Maluma’s 21-city European tour. She has since collaborated with artists such as Snoop Dogg and Lil Yachty, released multiple commercial records, and performed at major international festivals including Baja Beach Fest, Coca-Cola Flow Fest, and EDC Mexico City.
In recent years, Anaya has firmly entered the mainstream spotlight. She currently serves as the Official DJ for the Los Angeles Chargers, performing for crowds of over 70,000 fans at SoFi Stadium, and has delivered performances surrounding the Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, and WM Phoenix Open. Her growing influence has been amplified through a multi-year partnership with Cadillac, including a national Cadillac x iHeartMedia tour, original music integrations, and brand campaigns positioning her at the intersection of music, culture, and luxury.
A sought-after performer in the nightlife and festival circuit, Anaya holds residencies at iconic venues such as Zouk Nightclub Las Vegas and E11EVEN Miami, and has shared stages with global powerhouses including David Guetta, Calvin Harris, Zedd, DJ Snake, Snoop Dogg, Neton Vega and Sean Kingston. Her work has been featured across major media outlets including Fox Sports, CBS Sports, iHeartRadio, and many of the major Dance Music outlets, further expanding her reach on and beyond the dance floor.
From classical conservatories to stadium stages, Anaya’s evolution reflects a rare combination of technical mastery, crossover appeal, and cultural impact, marking her as a rising global artist with enduring momentum and a future firmly rooted at the top tier of electronic and live performance music.