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H.A.N.D. MIX 066 : Sound Metaphors DJs

Crown Ruler Mix #31 - Mendel (Live at Reach, Hong Kong)

A postcard from Mendel’s recent and debut visit to the Asia-Pacific. A tour passing through South-Korea, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand and Australia.
This special recording captures an early morning session at Reach in Hong Kong in an intimate and hidden warehouse / club with a big soundsystem finely tuned by the Disco Doctor Jayme.

From sweet soulful jams to spaced out cosmic disco and across Mendel's own signature deeper house territory. One to keep the summer vibes riding high until the end of the season. 

@mendel

Crown Ruler Mix #31 - Mendel

Crown Ruler Mix #35 - Marcellus Pittman b2b DJ JNETT

A meeting of two bonafide black belts for an all out master class. 

Another highlight of Crown Ruler's 25 year celebrations & the final hit out from a crazy summer season - Detroit Jedi, Marcellus Pittman & Naarm's undisputed Queen, DJ JNETT pack all the punches on this very special, extended b2b session.

Recorded live from a bursting Night Cat, feel the sweat off the walls as two old friends & esteemed contemporaries showed out. Travelling through raw uptempo grooves, pulsing deep house, acid explorations and straight hard slapping techno, the two take it everywhere and back again - holding an enthused party in the palm of their hands.

While the sounds of this raucous crowd was not recorded, if you listen closely you can feel the palpable energy as the lightly audible noise of jubilated dancers come through the stylus. Jammed and hot from an hour in and thick til close, this is audio proof of the way two very perceptive DJs can grab hold and take you to higher places.

@marcellus-pittman
@djjnett

Crown Ruler Mix #35 - Marcellus Pittman b2b DJ JNETT

Crown Ruler Mix #37 - Suze Ijó 

Next up on the CR mix series we’re celebrating the Rotterdam queen doing what she does best. 

Recorded in April at the notorious Good Room BK – lift off for a 3.5 hour voyage of pure unadulterated, deep house rapture.

An expansive mix that grabs you instantly and continuously ascends, weaving together striking shades of soulful house burners. Moving the body and soul with perceptive precision – rich grooves, deep rhythms, and warm vocal splashes seamlessly flow across her set, transporting you right to the dancefloor. 

A true steward of the golden age house ethic, get yourself giddy before Ijó returns to Australian shores this summer via our good friends at @findingfigaro

@suze_ijo

Crown Ruler Mix #37 - Suze Ijó

An hour of Tornado Wallace live from the Love International Sunrise Sessions in 2025. 

TP541 Tornado Wallace (Love International Sunrise Sessions)

Raphaël Top-Secret @discosbaratos 5 anos aniversário - Funilaria, São Paulo (30/08/2025)

RTS @ Discos Baratos (Funilaria-São Paulo)

@raphael-top-secret debut en la cabina de Bonaire. Grabado en la treceava edición de Bonaire en Buenos Aires, el 5 de septiembre de 2025.

Raphaël Top-Secret at Bonaire Vol. XIII 2025

Crown Ruler Mix #38 - Raphaël Top-Secret

@raphael-top-secret

Crown Ruler Mix Series returns with our dear friend, Raphaël Top-Secret.
Eight years after his first contribution, the Parisian don delivers a 3 and half hour all-vinyl masterclass covering boogie essentials, NYC garage classics and Chicago house pressure from start to finish.

Perfect soundtrack for your extended summer break! Consider this a preview as Raph will be joining us down under in 2026, but we keeping the deets undercover for now

Crown Ruler Mix #38 - Raphaël Top-Secret


4th mix of the serie is by don himself @samdonmusic !
Recorded some time ago, this mix holds a few tracks that feel especially meaningful to him right now, which makes it the perfect moment to finally share it. 
Expect exactly what Sam does best: a beautifully flowing journey of lesser-known gems and timeless not-quite-classics, carefully put together!


Amore Eterno #004 w/ Sam Don

Diretamente de Detroit, @marcellus-pittman é um dos nomes mais singulares da cena da cidade. Integrante do lendário coletivo 3 Chairs ao lado de Theo Parrish, Moodymann e Rick Wilhite, Pittman construiu uma trajetória marcada por sets hipnóticos, profundos e cheios de grooves que se revelam camada por camada — sempre imprevisíveis, sempre vivos. Combinando house, funk, soul e experimentações que traduzem a verdadeira estética de Detroit, ele é um artesão do som, daqueles que transformam a pista em ritual.

Marcellus Pittman - Mareh Festival in Fortim, CE (Dec 26th / 2025)

Recording of my set at Giant Steps on September 2025.

Giant Steps in London is definitely a special place to play. People come with an open mind, because the setting is unique. A DIY setup in a bright space in an old bath house. Starting with beanbags to sit, chill and listen (which might have been my favorite part of the day). And a six-point custom sound system that surrounds the dancefloor. Not powerful, but delicate and beautiful. Different from playing on a club system and not easy at times, but it's about creating something alternative/unique. And I think Giant Steps definitely does that well.

I did end up playing more club music than last time. Afterwards, I wished I played some more other stuff that I brought, but that's how it goes sometimes. Still the set goes through different moods, it starts very calm and gentle and hopefully takes you along for a ride. Wonder if anyone will make it through the full 6 hours :)

(We first listened to some albums in full, which I've partially cut from the recording, but the rest is all there. The recording is somewhat distorted, but hopefully you still find it enjoyable to listen to)

Tracklist: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVtR_2DDTsU/

Mendel at Giant Steps (2025)

Since the year 2000, the name Crown Ruler has been synonymous with forward-thinking music in Australia and beyond. With a ubiquitous presence on the music landscape, Crown Ruler has played a dynamic and indispensable role championing the soulful underground.

Rooted in touring and events, the CR brand has expanded into a multi-faceted ecosystem of services and resources. We are a diverse, community-focused agency with an uncompromising ethos; that is to present niche music with integrity and care. We continue to support quality music, working with credible and unique artists from our own backyard and around the globe. Crown Ruler has built a reputation for standing at the forefront of both live and club environments, continually breaking new ground and executing moments the right way.

Today, Crown Ruler extends to an artist booking agency, a record label, a boutique store, a respected mix series, management, music consultancy and services, venue bookings, brand alignments and much more. Boasting decades of industry experience and an extensive network of relationships both nationally and internationally, the resume is built on facilitating deserving outcomes for our scene. We are music lovers first and foremost. Contextualizing how things fit and understanding the nuances in musical movements is important to us. Whether it's handling bespoke, custom audio systems, quibbling with deep record aficionados or simply relating to the identity and attitudes of our beloved artists and dancers alike, It's in these small details that define Crown Ruler and illustrate the reverence it holds within the music industry.
2020 marks Crown Ruler’s 20th anniversary. Two decades built on quality music and human connection. Our mantra is focused on treating our music scene with love and care. We will continue to do so for many years to come.

Crown Ruler Mix #35 - Marcellus Pittman b2b DJ JNETT

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