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Electronic Identity Crisis is a monthly show on Relate Radio featuring electronic music walking the border between experimental and danceable, transmitting the question ‘What genre is this actually?’ when you hear it.

The name comes from my own experience as a child of immigrants. I was often asked whether I feel more Dutch or Chinese, leaving me unsure about my identity. Where do I belong, and where do I want to belong?

I’ve always been fascinated by groups and subcultures, and finding a sense of belonging within a community. Musically on the other hand, I tend to gravitate more towards the misfits.

The juxtaposition between blending in socially and standing out musically is what inspired me for this idea. By playing music and telling about the background of some songs, I want the listeners to think to themselves about the aspects in life where they want to blend in or stand out. The tracks I play, like me, carry multiple identities and contain aspects of different backgrounds and cultures.

Electronic Identity Crisis

Listening Sets

Releases

First time playing vinyl outside of my house yeeehaw

TRACKLIST
A1.逆光1982 - MAI mai
Yi - Knopha
Breaking Through the Soil - Sam Goku
Overwhelmer (feat. Tom VR) - Jeigo
Breathe - Zara
Open Heart - Kufuki
Black Nylon - Bei Bei & Shawn Lee
Geodesis - Ronan
Bonde do Neo Soul (Lo5ive Refix) - DKVPZ
Monty Klein - Empty Tennets - NÜ KVLTURE
卜卦 Bu Gua - Liu Yiwei
Shimmering Lights - 3ASiC & LJC
Juke Dealer - Acid Jukzz 
Work Dreams - Xyla
Silver Flying (Ciel's Enchanted Forest Dub) - Night Swimmer
Would You Like to Dance with Me - FINGERGAP
New Experience Of Living - DJ Backspace

Ambu Bambu at Open Source Radio - 06.05.2023

Interview + tracks start till 1:01:19
Mix by YoungWoman 1:01:19 till end
@youngwoman

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a__fPFl24Vg

Electronic Identity Crisis 2 w/ YoungWoman & Ambu Bambu - 25.04.2023

Some small recording glitches in the beginning + removed a small part with lyrics I think in hindsight are inappropriate given the current state of the world

Very happy how it turned out!
Feel free to ask for ID's in the comments :)

Ambu Bambu at Kopjek x Subcultuur - 03.11.2023

Ambu Bambu @ Thuishaven, De Nieuwjaarsdans (Opening Set) - 01.01.2024

Guest mix for the lovely @ampfeminine @stegi-radio-athens

Tracklist: https://stegi.radio/show/guest-mix-by-ambu-bambu-2024-04-18

Originally commissioned by stegi.radio and produced by Onassis Stegi.

Stegi Radio - DOSE OF AMPFEMININE guest mix by Ambu Bambu - 18.04.2024

Closing after Doppelgang & Byron Yeates b2b Marie Malarie
Breaky stuff & bouncy 4x4

Ambu Bambu at KABUL à GoGo (closing set) - 31.05.2024

@ambu_bambu

o•rbyss aims to help soothe the queer spectrum and focus on the well-being of the community. Queer DJs are invited to submit a mix to showcase an alternative side to their music library outside of a rave and take us on a meditative journey. ✨

Notes on the mix:

"When I moved out of my hometown for my studies, I started seeking out professional help with my mental health which has helped me a lot. One of the things that really stuck with me during a session with my therapist was when I was particularly sad about having to grow up quickly and the sense of partly losing my childhood; my therapist asked me what I would say to my younger self if I had the chance.

With this mix, I want to embody the reply I gave her:
You matter. Your feelings matter. 
You are strong, you are brave, you are smart, you are kind, and you are beautiful.
You deserve to take up space and you deserve to take your time.

For this mix, I chose a lot of nostalgia-inducing tracks, and made a blend of lullaby-esque melodies, dreamy vocals, and sounds of hopefulness and optimistic looks towards the future.

Here's to those of us healing our inner child. 
Hug them for me."

Ambu Bambu is a DJ/producer and programmer at Relate Radio, based in Groningen, the Netherlands. With breakbeat, electro, and percussive experimentalism, they will take you on a bouncy journey through electronic broken rhythms with musical nods to their Chinese heritage.

o•rbyss - Ambu Bambu

Ambu Bambu – live from Boiler Room at DGTL Amsterdam.

Ambu Bambu | Boiler Room x DGTL Amsterdam 2024

Relive the opening set of Gou Talk by Peggy Gou. Ambu Bambu kicked off the final show, skillfully setting the tone at Area 2 for a perfect ADE closing in the NDSM Warehouse. Listen to the full recorded set here. 

AMBU BAMBU @ DGTL ADE 2024 20.10.2024

https://soundcloud.com/ambu_bambu
https://soundcloud.com/syssistersounds
🛒 https://syssistersounds.bandcamp.com/album/unity
🔊 https://youtu.be/lSozr-fuX7E

Label SYS Sister Sounds (SSS) releases all Asian female and non-binary compilation ‘Unity,’ with all proceeds going to Palestine charity PARA Foundation.

The compilation houses production from 7 Asian music producers from all around the world including Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, China, Netherlands, Thailand and Canada, Uniting together to release a compilation that binds Asian diaspora together for a good cause.

With heartfelt storytelling and compelling sonic productions, genres include, dance, electronic, house, hip hop and ambient from producers Maggie Tra, nabii, Zeadala, masheen, ephemeral objects, DWAMS featuring earthangelbaby and Ambu Bambu. 

On the compilation, SSS founder Maggie Tra said, “As Asian artists’ today, we feel so helpless with what’s going on. Music is what we know, so we wanted to connect together and release something that could go towards helping the people in need,”

“I feel so grateful to have these producers jump on board on this, this is what SSS is all about, and that’s the beauty of uniting together. We want to send a message of hope and togetherness,” she said. 

This is the second compilation released by SSS, with the first compilation ‘Grounded’ released in 2023. SYS Sister Sounds Label is run by Maggie Tra and aims to release music from Asian women and NB people around the world.

The label has emerged as a trusted discovery platform, which promotes curiosity, diversity, inclusivity and connection. Profits from the compilation will go towards charity PARA Foundation, an organisation based in Australia. Palestine Australia Relief and Action (PARA) helps Palestinian migrants and refugees live safe, happy, and fulfilling lives in Australia.

Tracklist: 

Zeadala - Solar Powered
ephemeral objects - Cloud Iridescence
Maggie Tra - Peaceful Dancer 
masheen - FIBRE 
Ambu Bambu - Soy Sauce And Eggs
nabii - u were my reason why </3
DWAMS (feat. earthangelbaby) - disconnected

PREMIERE: Ambu Bambu - Soy Sauce And Egg [SYS Sister Sounds]

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAXmhiUZ4VU

Electronic Identity Crisis w/ Ambu Bambu - Relate Radio | September 2024

Electronic Identity Crisis 14 w/ Ambu Bambu - 24.09.2024

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UY_xeb3F13o&t=1836s

Electronic Identity Crisis w/ Ambu Bambu – Relate Radio | May 2024

Electronic Identity Crisis 12 w/ Ambu Bambu – 28.05.2024

Electronic Identity Crisis 16 w/ Ambu Bambu & samwho – 07.12.2024

PREMIERE : Ambu Bambu - Feeling Off [KLEM005]

Ambu Bambu is a DJ and producer from Groningen, known for blending genres like breakbeat, electro, bass, and experimental techno, often incorporating elements of her Chinese heritage. She’s performed at venues like DGTL x Boiler Room, Down The Rabbit Hole, and Sisyphos, and debuted with Australian label SYS Sister Sounds.

Her monthly Relate Radio show, Electronic Identity Crisis, dives into experimental electronic music while discussing identity, belonging, and multidisciplinary artistry. Whether as a music programmer or DJ, Ambu Bambu pushes electronic music's boundaries, taking listeners on an unpredictable, captivating journey.

KLEM Music presents Tales of the Silent Hyphae, its first Various Artists compilation.

Drawing inspiration from the concept of hyphae—botanical structures that form the foundation of mycelium—the release explores eerie, liminal soundscapes, blending ambient, experimental, drones, hyperpop, and more. The 10 tracks feature FLINTA producers, including INVERNO (label head), Ambu Bambu, FLAX, Guenter Råler, ionzi, Joa Luna, elisanyhm, Sarkha, Sonic Concrete, and Waterblip, each offering a unique take on the theme.

The stunning artwork by Maria Louceiro captures the ethereal essence of the compilation, with soft blues and abstract textures evoking a dreamlike atmosphere.

Available digitally and on cassette, Tales of the Silent Hyphae invites you into a surreal, introspective world where sound grows like roots, branching into hidden realms.

Ambu Bambu
https://soundcloud.com/ambu_bambu
https://www.instagram.com/ambu_bambu_/
https://ra.co/dj/ambubambu
https://linktr.ee/ambu_bambu

KLEM 
https://soundcloud.com/klementia
https://klem-music.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/invernonrevni

Maria Louceiro
https://www.marialouceiro.com/
https://www.instagram.com/marialouceiro/

PREMIERE : Ambu Bambu - Feeling Off [KLEM005]

Tracklist:
Bruce - zj庚
Footsteps - Lin13
Love 爱-宋祖英/汪峰/韩磊 - 張劍峰 ZHANG Jianfeng
Quiet Days - WhiteCrow
Rainy Night - Wu Zhuoling
Curfew - Sdewdent
新虫（New Worm) - PussyEyes
Harvest - Stones Taro
Drum Kid - Funky Feng
花鏡 - 四母
Pinebee - daisuke tanabe
Chugger - daisuke tanabe
Ritual - Zip
Ballad Before The Break - Laenz
Rain Dance - Suh+Moon
Tuur - Raeo
0202 - Sofheso
Flower Burial - Gyrofield
Plate - aDeAD & ADEAD
Shui An (Water Front) - Wine God Bridge

Ambu Bambu, a DJ and producer from Groningen, is known for electrifying sets that blend breakbeat, electro, bass, experimental techno, and percussion. Their mixes often nod to their Chinese heritage, creating a unique journey through electronic rhythms. With performances at DGTL x Boiler Room, Down The Rabbit Hole, Sisyphos, and more, Ambu Bambu showcases their versatility. As the host of 'Electronic Identity Crisis' on Relate Radio, they explore experimental music and discuss identity, belonging, and multidisciplinary artistry, pushing the boundaries of electronic sound with every set.

This mix blends experimental electronic, shoegaze, downtempo, and electronic pop with frantic drums. Inspired by Lunar New Year, it reflects themes of family reunion, retrospection, and optimism for the future. Wishing everyone a prosperous year, where all your goals come to fruition.

Red Lantern FM - EP. 2

Ambu Bambu invites A Lemon Bel to talk about DJ'ing as a duo, their collective Plakboys, and the Tilburg scene, with a set by the two as the bass-heavy cherry on top. 
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Relate Radio is an independent online community-powered radio station, broadcasting weekly from our studio in Groningen, The Netherlands.

Listen live & find related shows via www.relateradio.com

Electronic Identity Crisis w/ Ambu Bambu & A Lemon Bel - Relate Radio | 10.04.2025

Electronic Identity Crisis w/ Ambu Bambu & Foruwaa - Relate Radio | 08.05.2025

Ambu Bambu @ Thuishaven Loods - 25.05.25

fruit_salad_001 is a mix by ambu bambu that is sweet like mango nectar, ripe apricots, and hugs from a long time friend.

sc: @ambu_bambu
ig: https://www.instagram.com/ambu_bambu_/

fruit_salad_001 - ambu bambu

Ambu Bambu invites friend & mentor Lola for chats about the ever-changing scene, a long-lasting music career, and rekindling passions. Lola plays a set of her favorite tunes.
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Relate Radio is an independent online community-powered radio station, broadcasting weekly from our studio in Groningen, The Netherlands.

Listen live & find related shows via www.relateradio.com"

Electronic Identity Crisis w/ Ambu Bambu & lola - Relate Radio | 19.06.2025

The very last butt
OOST forever <3
Emergency loop at 46:30 bc the CDJ's were feeling emotional too

The last BUTTS @ OOST - 28.06.25

Electronic Identity Crisis w: Ambu Bambu - Relate Radio | 11.09.2025

Amino

Nervous System

Ambu Bambu returns to the blue container for an hour of adventurous electronic music, spanning the realms of ambient, breakbeat, bass, and experimental techno.

www.operator-radio.com

Ambu Bambu - 4th October 2025

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Relate Radio is an independent online community-powered radio station, broadcasting weekly from our studio in Groningen, The Netherlands.

Listen live & find related shows via www.relateradio.com

Ambu Bambu & Orsen Central - Relate Radio | 19.10.2025

@ambu_bambu with this months Smoke mix.
With their radioshow ‘’Electronic Idenntity Crises’’ on Relate Radio and their newest endeavor ‘’fruit salad’’ they’re building a world consisting of ambient, experimental electronica and multi-sensory gatherings.

For this Smoke mix they created a heartfelt beautiful journey through embracing difference and wanting to belong. A tension between darkness & release guided by warped sonics and melancholic melodies, a musical reflection about floating in between.

Thanks Amber for this beautiful mix<3 


Ambu Bambu - Smoke #26

Ambu Bambu invites dilesmavis to discuss her love for ambient music and listening sets, and talk about recent favorite tracks.
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Relate Radio is an independent online community-powered radio station, broadcasting weekly from our studio in Groningen, The Netherlands.

Listen live & find related shows via www.relateradio.com

Electronic Identitity Crisis w/ Ambu Bambu & dilesmavis - Relate Radio | 13.11.2025

Modern life is beautiful in its intricacy. However, sometimes I can’t help but feel so overwhelmed. My nostalgia is to the primordial soup. I selected tracks with natural elements: variably soft, rough, fickle; trickling, rolling, and steaming. Moving together as one, with a few moments of surprise.

Anemoia w/ Ambu Bambu at WAV | 27-11-25

Ambu Bambu @ Echobox Radio - 22-11-25

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Lauden w/ Ambu Bambu - 01/01/2026

Music on @interceptrecords @syssistersounds @klementia
Curating @fruit-salad-nl 🍎🍐🍊🍋🍓🍒🍑🍏🍌

A soft spoken personality with a musical vision and creativity that screams. Hear me, feel me, move with me. Ambu Bambu’s music tells emotional stories of wanting to belong, yet fated to a destiny of floating in between. Urgent and rhythmic, with the occasional moment of lightness and release, their selections and productions span realms from breakbeat and bass, to dubbed-out fuzziness and oddball house and techno tracks just weird enough to make you doubt their genres. 

Equipped with a style that is difficult to put a finger on, yet is ever so recognizable, their drop in the pond has become a waterfall. Their welcome appearance in the Dutch underground scene is illustrated by key performances at RAUM, Down The Rabbit Hole and POING. Explorations into scenes abroad have been made, with appearances in Brussels, Berlin, London, and their fully self-booked The Motherland Tour through China. At the same time, they’re tethering through residencies at @relateradio and @sisu_crew, showing a strong desire to connect wherever they go. 

UPCOMING
20-09-2025: fruit salad / groninger museumnacht

03-10-2025: Early Hours Myths @ Laak, Den Haag
04-10-2025: Operator Radio, Rotterdam
04-10-2025: Fixy, Groningen
10-10-2025: Sluwe Vos 10x10 tour, Groningen
12-10-2025: sounds of the fall / relate radio
19-10-2025: b2b Orsen Central / relate radio
24-10-2025: ADE RR x OSR
31-10-2025: Mura Masa +1 club tour (b2b Masha Wordpress)

01-11-2025: Kunstenfestival De Broeikas, Leeuwarden
07-11-2025: Radio Smederij, Tilburg
07-11-2025: DEMO all night b2b Conduct Disorder, Tilburg
08-11-2025: Klubcafé all night b2b Conduct Disorder, Breda
13-11-2025: Electronic Identity Crisis / relate radio
16-11-2025: fruit salad / fruity listening
22-11-2025: Echobox
28-11-2025: Oberhaum

Bristol 4-8 December 2025
09-12-2025: For Crying Out Loud / Relate Radio
12-12-2025: Polychrome Audio / echobox
12-12-2025: Ito x Synthese, Utrecht

08-01-2026: Electronic Identity Crisis / Relate Radio
16-01-2026: Interfering Grounds @ RAUM (hybrid live ambient)
25-01-2026: tba, Amsterdam
31-01-2026: tba, Rotterdam

13-02-2026: Eise Eisinga Planetarium, Franeker

PAST HIGHLIGHTS
NETHERLANDS
ESNS - RAUM - ADE - Soenda - Herfstdrift - OOST - KopjeK - Thuishaven - POING - Down the Rabbit Hole - Milkshake - Onder de Radar - Paradigm - EKKO - TivoliVredenburg - Subcultuur - Tilla Tec - KABUL à GoGo - Perifest - Parish

EUROPE
Kiosk Radio (BE), Sisyphos (DE), Spanners (UK), Tallinn Music Week (EE)

CHINA
Groundless Factory - Ting - Foundation - 411 - byyb - Riff

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