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

Bosq - Rumbero (ft. Nidia Góngora) (Nickodemus Remix)
Ohxala - Dona Cuíca
Nona Hendryx - Transformations (Pete Herbert Edit)
Amadou & Mariam - Filaou Bessame (Cerrone Remix)
NOVALIMA - Mamaye
Lee Ritenour - Countdown (Pete Herbert Edit)
Kasper Bjørke - Du Du Du (feat. Tomas Høffding)
Tony Orlando - Don't Let Go
Mytron & Ofofo - Asante Sana
Secret Squirrel – Secret Squirrels #7
Lannka - Solum
Pete Herbert And Martin Denev - Night Boat (Leo Mas & Fabrice Remix)
Afrosideral - Ode Ni Ire (feat. Nickodemus)
Jacob Gurevitsch - Spanish Inquisition (Danilo Braca Epic Inquisition Remix)
Nicola Cruz - Naeku (Uji Remix)
Alma Negra - Mageko
??? - ???

Alfredo: The Crosstown Mix Show 027

Grace touches Mark Stewart's (RiP) wild take on I Feel Love

AVAILABLE AT superstardjgrace.bandcamp.com
**ALL MONIES TO PTRIPLE CIC** 
- enabling young queers of London through music.

MS -  Grace  Sands Fatally Attractive Edit **available superstardjgrace.bandcamp.com**

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

Joey Manzi was in the booth for a special “new releases” show. New songs from Ghetts, Sampha, Joe Armon-Jones and more.



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Joey Manzi - March 2024

Step into Dirty Disco 542, a sonic journey that sails through the euphoric seas of house, navigates the deep currents of deep house, and rides the vibrant waves of nu-disco, touching the shores of electronic music's blissful horizons. This episode presents an unparalleled selection featuring Antonin, Ray Monsieur, Makèz, and other trailblazers, crafting a narrative that explores the soulful depth and dynamic evolution of electronic soundscapes.

In this auditory expedition, lose yourself in the sun-soaked melodies of Antonin’s 'Antonino' (Kraak & Smaak Remix), the deep emotional landscapes of Ray Monsieur’s 'Forget', and the compelling beats of Makèz's 'Running from the Noise' featuring Life on Planets. Each track is a celebration of the relentless creativity of electronic artists, illuminating the rich, diverse fabric of sounds that animate the vibrant world of contemporary music.

From the first note to the closing echo, Dirty Disco 542 is an ode to the power of music to unite, uplift, and inspire. It's an invitation to journey through the essence of electronic music, spotlighting songs that resonate with our deepest emotions and inspire us to embrace the full spectrum of our musical explorations.

Let Dirty Disco 542 be your compass in a universe where rhythms bind us, melodies elevate us, and the essence of electronic music unites us all. Embark on this adventure, where each tune is a step deeper into the heart of what drives us to dance, dream, and discover. Unveil the soundtrack to your life's most unforgettable chapters, and let the voyage unfold.

Track ID's & Talks

Dirty Disco 542: Sonic Waves of Euphoria 🌊 Ft. Antonin, Ray Monsieur, Makèz & more...

Djoon Radio - Relight

Zen Arcade w/ Make A Dance @ The Love Inn

0:00 - 2:42 - Joel Cobbold b2b Ellie Anderson
2:42 - Close - Make A Dance

Zen Arcade W Make A Dance FULL

𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙘 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙄 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨, 𝙬𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙝 𝙞𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙨𝙤 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙮 𝙛𝙪𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤. 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙪𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢 𝙚𝙣𝙟𝙤𝙮 𝙞𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝, 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚. 𝘼 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙡 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙜𝙚!

We're honoured to introduce a new Friend for this episode of the &FRIENDS MIX SERIES: Boyd V. A DJ/producer with a deep love for funk, boogie, disco, and a diverse range of electronic music from across the globe. Boyd's musical adventures has always been a shared passion with his friends, stemming from their collective explorations into festival sounds, leading to the acquisition of DJ equipment, vinyl hunting, and production ventures. This shared enthusiasm fuels Boyd's dedication to creating dynamic sets that are not just about playing tracks but offering an experience—a blend of disco, jazz, funk, street soul, and house aiming to keep the dance floor alive and pulsating.

Inspired by the likes of Joe Claussell, Boyd V finds magic in records that mix jazz and funk with a rhythmic house undertone, creating sets that are as groove-filled as they are soul-touching. One such track, 'Ecstasy - Gotta Have You (Vocal Mix),' epitomizes the good vibes he aims to spread, a testament to his admiration for the groove-rich sounds of the '90s.

The recording of this mix, set in the cozy confines of his room in Amsterdam West, with the balcony doors ajar, a warm lamp over the turntables, and the floor covered with record sleeves, captures the essence of Boyd's passion for music. It's a mix born from a relaxed day and a desire to enhance it through the power of music, reflecting the universal language of music that binds us all.

Join us in welcoming Boyd V into our &FRIENDS community with this beautiful mix, in which you might also find a new unreleased song of his own. It's a trip through different kinds of house music, all picked/produced by a Friend who just loves nothing more than finding exciting new records and sharing them with you, Friends.

Enjoy this hour by Boyd V.

Boyd V on SoundCloud: @boydv
Boyd V on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boyd__v/

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 007 - Boyd V

Alvaro Z | March 7, 2024

Journey through the Sound of No Return 1.0  inspired by The Door of No Return in Ghana, Africa. This show bridges the bass of Africa and the transatlantic journey to the house & tech of the UK. This mix is speckled with frequencies of times past and present.


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The Sound of No Return 1.0 - March 2024

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Simon Sim's & David Coroner  - U wanna do (Short Play)

Buy Direct, All Promos can be purchased at https://johnnydeepmusic.bandcamp.com
(Click on Bandcamp Release and then Click on More Album Info Link)
Streaming = Poor Artist, Buying = Paid Artist :)

This Album has been compiled exclusively for Soundcloud Listeners. It features All Upcoming Johnny Deep Releases between now and Xhristmas 2025. All Promos have not been officially released yet but are exclusively available to Soundcloud Listeners to buy now.
Most Listeners may not realise that Streaming has unfortunately caused a massive loss of income for artists. It is also causing underground music to decline since artists and labels are going more commercial to make up lost income from streaming versus the buying/downloading. This hopefully explains why i only allow streaming of previews. If you realIy love my music, I hope you consider buying it. Big Hugs from Bali :)

Individual Tracks can be purchased when released at:
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&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.

&FRIENDS MIX SERIES 007 - Boyd V

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