“For me, DJing is more than just a hobby or a job, it’s my lifeblood.”
DJ Since: 2012
BIOGRAPHY:
From rocking gigs all over the United Arab Emirates to becoming a prominent DJ across Asia, DJ Burlene is an internationally recognized female DJ/turntablist. Best known for her creative open format with a distinct urban flavour, DJ Burlene was recently listed as one of the "Top Female Musicians in the UAE" by Time Out Dubai.
A DJ with a keen taste for all music genres, she has DJ’d for some of the hottest clubs and bars in the UAE. She has also worked with major brands like Victoria’s Secret Pink, Cosmopolitan Magazine Middle East, #NoFilterDXB (Dubai International Motor Show), and Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
DJ Burlene has toured around the globe including countries like Qatar, Maldives, Oman, the Philippines, and India. She is most complimented for her high-energy playlist with vast music genres. As an entertainer, her utmost desire is to keep her audience entertained and ecstatic in any event.
GENRES:
Open-Format • Hip-Hop • R&B • Afrobeat • Reggaeton • Top 40 • Commercial House
DJ RESIDENCIES (UAE):
- Bla Bla Dubai
- Top Golf Dubai
- Neos Dubai - The Address Hotel Downtown
- Kickers Sports Bar - Dubai Sports City
- Twenty Three Rooftop Bar & Lounge - Grand Plaza Movenpick Media City Dubai
- Drift Seafood Kitchen & Bar - Intercontinental Fujairah Resort
- Andalucia Tapas and Grill - Jebel Ali, Dubai
- Hubb 33 - Al Ain Palace Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Club Seven Dubai - Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel Dubai
OTHER VENUES PLAYED:
United Arab Emirates (2015 - present):
- Nurai Island - Abu Dhabi
- Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
- Expo 2020 Dubai
- The Sevens Stadium
- Yas Marina Circuit - Abu Dhabi
- Yas Links - Abu Dhabi
- Ting Irie - Downtown Dubai
- Eve Dubai - Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights
- Healey’s Bar & Terrace - Bonnington Hotel JLT
- Cafe Milano - Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi
- La Vue - Pullman Hotel JLT
- Manzoni Bistro and Bar - Pullman Hotel JLT
- The Warehouse - Pearl Rotana Abu Dhabi
- WXYZ Bar - Aloft Me’aisam Dubai
- Gaucho DIFC
- Warehouse Four
- Dubai World Trade Center
- Etihad Towers - Abu Dhabi
- Oaks IBN Battuta Gate
- Adventura Park Dubai
- Canadian University Dubai
- Abu Dhabi University
- American University of Dubai
- Heriot-Watt University
- Dubai Knowledge Park
- Dubai Mall
- Mall of the Emirates
- Mirdiff City Center
- Yas Mall
- Dalma Mall - Abu Dhabi
NOTABLE EVENTS (UAE):
- Big Ticket Abu Dhabi 2023
- GITEX 2022
- World Art Dubai 2022
- 2022 MuayThai Night at Expo Dubai
- 2022 HIIT Showcase at Expo Dubai
- 2022 Abu Dhabi Golf Championship by HSBC
- Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021
- 2021 #NoFilterDXB (Dubai International Motor Show)
- 2021 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon
- GITEX Global 2021 / GITEX Technology Week
- 2020 Breakout DXB
- 2019 Dubai Muscle Show (DJ for L’Couture)
- 2019 Women’s Warrior Challenge (Adventura Park Dubai)
- 2019 Cosmopolitan Magazine Middle East Influencer Awards
- 2019 Cosmopolitan Magazine Middle East & Victoria’s Secret Pink Campus Tour
- 2018 Cosmopolitan Magazine Middle East & Shein “Be The Boss” Event
- 2018 Cosmopolitan Magazine Middle East & Victoria’s Secret Pink “Cosmo On Campus” Campus Tour
- 2018 Victoria’s Secret Pink “Pink Friday Event” (Dubai Mall)
- SOS Nitelife — 2018 “Queen of Mashups” Global Female DJ Competition (Champion)
- 2018 Victoria’s Secret Pink “Pink Thursday Event” — Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi Store Opening
INTERNATIONAL APPEARANCES:
OMAN:
- 2021: Soprano Club - Sohar, Oman
- 2018: O’Malley’s Irish Pub - Radisson Blu, Muscat, Oman
- 2017: Laval Restaurant & Lounge - Muscat, Oman
INDIA (2018):
- JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar - Mumbai, India
MALDIVES (2016):
- Kuredu Island Resort & Spa - Kuredu Island, Maldives
QATAR:
- 2023: SenorRitas Tex Mex - Cielo Hotel, Lusail
- 2016: Qube - Radisson Blu, Doha
PHILIPPINES (2012-2014):
- Eclipse Bar & Lounge - Solaire Casino, Manila
- Shangri-La Hotel Makati
- The Dragon Bistro - Quezon City
- Garage 88 - BGC, Taguig
- Cities Events Place - Quezon City
- New Earth World Super Club - Pampanga
- Paladium - Makati
- 7th High - BGC, Taguig
- Relik Tapas Bar and Lounge - Taguig
- Prime Upscale Club - Quezon City
- K-1 Bar and Resto - Quezon City
- Distriq Lounge & Cafe - Quezon City
- Metrowalk Plaza (Main Stage) - Ortigas
- Bawod Restobar - Harbour Square
- Mixx Bar & Resto - Quezon City
- Elements Bar & Lounge - Makati
- Flare Bar - Ortigas
- Vu’s Sky Bar & Lounge - Ortigas
- Sage Tapas & Bar - Makati
- Crimson Hotel - Filinvest City
- Acacia Hotel - Muntinlupa
- Berjaya Hotel - Makati
- Sofitel Philippine Plaza - Manila
- Luxent Hotel - Quezon City
- Manila Polo Club - Makati
- Club Filipino - San Juan, Manila
- Elements at Centris - Ortigas
- Le Parc Event Hall - Pasay
- Metrotent Convention Center - Pasig
- Candyshop Super Club - Quezon City
OTHER APPEARANCES / FEATURES:
- Radio Station: Good Hope FM (South Africa)
- Radio Station: Blocworx Radio (USA)
- TV: Sound City Africa
You can view/download my Electronic Press Kit (EPK) in .PDF format by clicking here.
For bookings and other inquiries, please send an e-mail to: djburlene@gmail.com.