Paolo Rocco

Paolo Rocco, born Paolo Cannizziaro, is a Canadian producer of Italian descent who began releasing electronic music in July 2012. Operating under his stage name and occasionally his real name as an alias, Rocco has maintained a steady output with 28 releases spanning over a decade in the underground house scene.

Rocco's sound centers on deep house and tech house, with explorations into minimal deep tech and Afro house territories. His productions appear on respected labels including Hot Creations, RAWMoments, Rutilance Recordings, Constant Sound, and EWax, showcasing a versatility that ranges from groove-heavy tech house rollers to deeper, more contemplative house cuts. His catalog demonstrates a consistent evolution from traditional deep house foundations toward more percussion-driven Afro house influences, while maintaining the steady, club-ready energy that defines his core aesthetic.