Katrella is a Greek-Canadian DJ, music producer, event organizer, model, and radio/media personality. She began DJing at 17 in Ottawa, Ontario, and relocated to Miami in 2017. She is the founder and creative director of Industry³ Records & Events, an independent music label and events company based in Miami.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!“I just love music… we’d always end up in the DJ booth, and I’d try to see what they were doing. That’s where it began for me.” — Katrella
Early life and background
Born in Ottawa to Greek parents, Katrella is Greek-Canadian. She became interested in DJing through an early exposure to club music and began performing locally as a teenager. Her musical style developed around house, tech house, and electronic music. In 2017, she moved to Miami and continued building her career as a DJ, producer, radio personality, and event producer.
Career
DJ career
Katrella has performed across Canada, the United States, Europe, and Asia. Her festival and event appearances include Escapade Music Festival, RBC Bluesfest, LaLa Land, and Future Oasis Thailand.
Based in Miami, she has performed at venues including Treehouse Miami, M2 Miami, and Mode, while also producing and curating events through Industry³.
Throughout her career, Katrella has shared lineups with artists including Tiësto, Hardwell, Bassjackers, Borgeous, Will Sparks, Alan Walker, Green Velvet, and others. Her DJ sets are primarily focused on house and tech house, with an emphasis on groove, pacing, and dance-floor programming.
Music production
Katrella has released original music, remixes, and edits since 2016. Her catalog includes releases and projects associated with Sirup Music, Enormous Tunes, Carousel Muzik, and Industry³ Records. Selected releases include “Find Our Way” (2018), “Till the Morning” (2018), and “In This Together” (2020). She continues to produce house and tech-house records designed for club and DJ use.
Event organization
Katrella is the founder of Industry³, through which she produces events, develops artists, and curates DJ lineups. Event series have included CTRL ROOM at M2 Miami, REBOOT at Mode, Industry Thursdays at Treehouse Miami, and other independent events in South Florida.
Industry³ events focus on house music, carefully selected lineups, and providing performance opportunities for both established and developing artists.
Radio and media
Early radio in Ottawa. Katrella hosted a five-hour live DJ mix show on Jump 106.9 in Ottawa, introducing her to live broadcasting and radio programming.
Miami radio. During an early visit to Miami, she met radio host Doktor Grimm at what was then Evolution 93.5, later Revolution 93.5. After contributing guest mixes and appearing on the station, she became more involved with its programming after relocating to Miami in 2017.
The Source with Brainchild & Katrella. Following a summer of touring, she joined The Source with Brainchild & Katrella on Revolution 93.5. The weekday 1:00–3:00 PM program covered electronic music, nightlife, artists, and music culture.
Club and radio crossover. During the same period, Katrella held a residency at Treehouse Miami and founded Industry Thursdays. Through a partnership with Revolution 93.5, the event also gave participating DJs opportunities for radio exposure and live appearances.
Katrella has continued to appear on Revolution 93.5 through guest mixes, interviews, and other features connected to Miami’s electronic music community.
Brand collaborations
Katrella has worked with brands including Chevrolet Canada, including the “CRUZE-ING with Katrella” campaign. Her work has included music, media, events, promotional campaigns, and branded content.
Role at Industry³ Records & Events
As founder and creative director of Industry³, Katrella oversees areas including A&R, artist development, branding, releases, event programming, and creative direction. The company operates across independent music releases, artist services, events, bookings, and media.
Music curation and style
In addition to performing and producing, Katrella regularly tests unreleased music in her sets, supports new producers, and contributes to the visual and creative direction of Industry³ projects.
Background and identity
Katrella’s Greek-Canadian background and upbringing in Ottawa remain part of her personal and professional identity. Her career has since developed across Ottawa, Miami, and international music and nightlife markets.
