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We're proud to introduce the &FRIENDS MIX SERIES — a monthly dose of musical goodness straight from our good Friends to you, Friends. Expect exclusive mixes from talented and emerging artists that embody the &FRIENDS sound you know & love.

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES

Guest mix for Kamma & Masalo's Brighter Days radio show on Worldwide FM:
https://soundcloud.com/brighterdays-amsterdam/wwfm-081021-km-mendel

Tracklist:
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes - Between Here And There
Andy Compton & Celestine - Knowing (D3 Organic Mix)
Nature Love - Speak Softly
Mondee Oliver - Stay Close (Fingers Club Vocal)
Roy Davis Jr & Peven Everett - Don't You Dare Stop Loving (Glenn Underground Mix)
Alton Miller - Crossing
Ron Trent & Tkumah Sadeek - Crossroads
Frankie Feliciano & Terry Dexter- No Maybe (Ricanstruction Vocal Mix)
Shannon Harris - Kinetic Energy
Zepherin Saint - Omo Chango (Instrumental)
Vick Lavender & Angel A - Cosmic Love (Vick’s Underground Dub)
Ron Trent - Midnight Sky
Trinidadian Deep & Lars Bartkhun - The Parish (Dub)
Fred P - Mystical Sunshine (Tribal Dub)
Angela Johnson - Inclusion (Cosmic Arts Dub)
Diviniti - I'm The Best (Honeycomb Vocal Mix)
Steel Gray - Do You Want To Dance (Tyree Club Mix)
Vincent Floyd - Your Eyes

Brighter Days on Worldwide FM

South Of North (Fry Ry & Marathon Man) @ 508

Part of the recording of the boat party with Marcellus & Patrick Gibin. Celebrating 9 yrs of HEAT

HEAT Bootfeest - Marcellus Pittman & Patrick Gibin

Rahaan & Mr Mendel teamed up for a night of underground disco and house at BAR, Rotterdam. Two generations of DJ's, from Chicago and Amsterdam, spinning back2back all night long!

Rahaan & Mendel at BAR Rotterdam (2014)

𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘶𝘱 𝘰𝘯 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘹𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘴.

This very first instance in the &FRIENDS MIX SERIES is by co-founder & resident Nice FM. This Amsterdam based DJ/producer lives up to his name and is guaranteed one of the nicest guys you'll meet. He's been producing and DJing for over 15 years now. His sound is not easily defined, but best described as worldly, rhythmic & funky, always with some warmth and soul in it.

In this mix, Nice FM dives into the funkier side of his sound, sharing personal favourites from his collection over the years. He really likes playing downtempo stuff to get you in the right groove. Starting with a more mellow BPM, the mix gradually sweeps you into a whirlwind of grooves and tempos.

Think of being at a beachside bar in Copacabana, the sun dipping beneath the horizon, while sipping on some double Fristi's on ice. Nice FM recorded this mix on Sunday morning in his living room to take you on a journey of pure bliss. 

Enjoy this hour by Nice FM.

Nice FM on SoundCloud: @nicefmdj
Nice FM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicefm.dj/

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 001 - Nice FM

𝙐𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙙𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙘, 𝙞𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚.

Expect the unexpected when it comes to the second episode of the &FRIENDS MIX SERIES by our beloved Friend Midi Waters. The idea that there is always an amazing song or artist he hasn't heard yet is what inspires him. Midi's story is one of unwavering passion for music. He started as a DJ at weddings and social events, all in the early '90s. He never stopped seeking out the tunes he loved on rare import 12"s in the era before CDs and tapes took over. His dedication to music led him to a double turntable setup and the incredible ability to mix vinyl seamlessly.

Midi Waters is known for his love of the uplifting energy and forward drive in broken beat music, which he masterfully blends with other bassy 130bpm elements. This all leads to a sonic experience that's both euphoric and dark at times, but always embodies the &FRIENDS vibe you know and love.

Fast forward to today, and Midi Waters' studio in Neukölln serves as the backdrop, where he's joined by his furry companion, Phil, surrounded by stacks of records that have stories to tell. This vinyl-only mix, all expertly mixed by hand on a pair of trusty 1200s and an old Vestax mixer, promises to transport you to new sonic horizons.

Enjoy this hour by Midi Waters.

Midi Waters on Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Union_Schallplatten/
Midi Waters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midi.waters

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 002 - Midi Waters

𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙠𝙞𝙙, 𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙨. 𝙄𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙙'𝙨 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚: '𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙨'.

From these CD compilations in his early years to now crafting mesmerizing DJ sets, Rhythm100's musical journey has been a groove-filled adventure. Inspired by the diverse nightlife of Amsterdam, he brings you a unique blend of house, eurodance, and trance.

On lazy Sundays, you'll often find him tuning in to Palms Trax's "Cooking with Palms Trax" mixes, a testament to his admiration. But it's Friday late-afternoons that hold a special place in Rhythm100's heart. As the work-week concludes, he reserves this time for some private DJ sessions. It's a moment to revel in the upcoming weekend, with just him, the decks, and a chilled beer. The perfect recipe to kickstart the weekend. 

Just like Palmsy, Rhythm100's charisma shines through in every set. His infectious energy and genre-hopping style will sweep you up, making you dance like there's no tomorrow. Join us as we explore the sounds of a Friday afternoon through the positive energy of Rhythm100.

Enjoy this hour by Rhythm100.

Rhythm100 on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/rhythm100
Rhythm100 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythm100_/

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 003 - Rhythm100

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 90𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙨𝙤 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚. 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙚𝙨.

For the Amsterdam born & bred DJ OMIT music is an integral part of his life. Starting off as a drummer, rhythm, percussion and groove are things he learned at a very young age. As he grew older his love for electronic music grew stronger, resulting in a passion for House music. The last few years his taste seems to drift more and more into the sound of the 90s.

What makes those records feel so special, to him, is that they really express the spirit of that time. The excitement of something new, the sheer sense of euphoria, a musical and cultural revolution, you can really hear it in those records. That's why he decides to dedicate this mix to the 90s era, filled with some of his favourite records and new finds, from the late 80s till deep in the 90s. 

The mix starts off with one of his favourite interviews from VPRO's Onrust documentary on House music between '88 and '92. As we stand at the start of a musical revolution, KC the Funkaholic perfectly describes the way he still feel nowadays when he hears a record he knows he'll love for the first time. He cannot agree with him more that these records really knock you off your boots when you hear it pumping through a great sound system (or headphones). So put on some headphones or turn up your system and let DJ OMIT take you on a trip full of pure nostalgia.

Enjoy this hour by DJ OMIT.

DJ OMIT on SoundCloud: @dj_omit
DJ OMIT on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dj.omit/

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 004 - DJ OMIT

𝘼𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙣 𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙚𝙨, 𝘿𝙖𝙞𝙙𝙪 𝙨𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙫𝙞𝙗𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙢𝙞𝙭 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝙥𝙪𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙭𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤𝙥-𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙧 𝘿𝙅𝙞𝙣𝙜.

As we near the year's end, the amazing Producer/DJ and our dear Friend Daidu makes sure we go out with a bang. For Daidu, hailing from our hometown, the journey began with drumming, his interest in different grooves and beats eventually lead him to producing and DJing. Each music genre's distinctive mixing style continues to fuel his passion to explore a playground of endless possibilities.

This eclectic mix embodies a fusion of old-school hip-hop, jazz, paired with Chicago and Detroit influences, unified by one core element: soul. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Q-Tip, Kendrick, Yussef Dayes, Kyle Hall, and DjRUM, Daidu crafts a sound that pushes our sound and exemplifies top-tier DJing.

As the sun rises, Daidu sets the vibe for this mix, going beyond the usual. He tries out funky mix timings, blending techno, enjoying the freedom to mess with time signatures. The mix builds up to an awesome trip, flipping between deep, heavy, and mind-bending sounds that suck you right in.

Enjoy these 80 minutes by Daidu.

Daidu on SoundCloud: @rshaart
Daidu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daidumusic/

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 005 - Daidu

DISCO  HYPOCRISY -

&FRIENDS is an Amsterdam based collective, born out of the idea to bring a refreshing & warm sound and atmosphere to the Amsterdam underground. We are all about boogie, funk, rare grooves and solid house. We work in the spirit of rave, meaning that we are community focused, non-commercial and passion driven while we aim to create a stage for local, emerging talent.