Grammy-nominated singer, DJ Zhu turns up the heat as Ultra Music Festival returns to Miami

Break out the neon and the earplugs, it’s that time of year when the 305 becomes the center of the electronic universe. Ultra Music Festival is back at Bayfront Park, and we are ready to dive headfirst into the bass, the lasers, the legends, and suspiciously priced bottled waters.

To kick off our ultra series, we’re checking out a man of mystery. From Grammy nominations to a brand-new cinematic sound, this performer is finally ready for his Miami homecoming.

It’s the weekend that turns downtown Miami into the loudest place on earth! Ultra Music Festival is back at Bayfront Park, and the energy is already up to 11.

One of the artists turning up the heat? A name shrouded in mystery and serious style. We’re talking about Zhu. The Grammy-nominated singer and DJ has racked up a list of dancefloor hits like “In the Morning” and “Faded.”

Zhu: “I’m really excited. I haven’t been there since pre-COVID, so this will be the first time.”

Zhu hit the ultra stage in 2017. Now he’s back to debut his brand new era: “black midas.”

Zhu: “This one is going to be very clubby, and it’s also going to be kind of the return to the basics for me.”

The new album’s visuals were inspired by Hollywood.

Zhu: “I definitely was i...