Xandra Pohl, professionally known as XANDRA, is a self-taught house DJ and social media personality who has rapidly ascended in the music industry. Born on October 30, 2000, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she developed an interest in DJing during high school after attending a performance by Alison Wonderland at Lollapalooza. Encouraged by her mother, she acquired her own DJ equipment and began honing her skills, eventually DJing her senior prom.

Pohl attended the University of Miami, majoring in marketing and minoring in music business. During her college years, she gained experience by DJing fraternity parties and local nightclubs. Her engaging “get ready with me” videos on TikTok, where she shares insights into her daily life and DJ career, have garnered her a substantial following, with over 1.6 million followers across social media platforms.

Her talent and growing popularity have led to performances at high-profile events such as the F1 Miami Grand Prix, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show at Miami Swim Week—where she also walked the runway—and Spotify’s Women in Music Event during Miami Music Week. She has shared stages with renowned artists including The Chainsmokers, Calvin Harris, and Kygo, who signed her to his artist management firm, Palm Tree MGMT.

In 2024, XANDRA embarked on her first solo headlining tour, the “DRUNK TOUR 2024,” selling out major venues such as Marquee in New York City and LIV Miami. She also secured a Las Vegas residency with Tao Group and made her Lollapalooza debut in August 2024. Her debut single, “Body Say,” featuring GiGi Grombacher, was released on July 12, 2024, marking a significant milestone in her recording career.

In recognition of her achievements, Forbes included XANDRA in their 2025 30 Under 30 list in the Music category, highlighting her rapid rise and impact in the industry. Her dynamic presence continues to resonate with audiences, both through her live performances and her influential social media content.

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