After the big Andrews Bay party on Saturday and a late night at Monkey Loft, Sunday was all about close friends aboard Martin’s boat, The Backyard, on Lake Union. Before starting my set, I had a tarot reading on the boat from a couple of our beautiful friends, the perfect way to set the tone for the day. We cruised, laughed, and let the music carry us into sunset.

The backbone of this set was Afro house, deep and tribal with a few surprises sprinkled in. Highlights included Luttrell & Molly Moonwater’s “Something Right” lifting the energy, TMPLE’s “Guessing Game” pulling everyone into the groove, and Enamour’s “Is This Your Card?”, a fitting echo of the tarot reading. Mid-set I threw in a fun curveball with “We No Speak Americano,” which brought big smiles from the crew. As the sun dipped, JUNO’s “Last Dance” set the golden hour vibe, MOONLGHT’s “Smooth Operator” saluted Martin’s smooth docking skills, and we closed with “Rule The World.”

1 - nimino, Maverick Sabre - Beside Of Me
2 - Oliver Winters - In the Flood
3 - Jamie xx, Robyn - Life
4 - Pinty, Emma-Jean Thackray - Comfort Me
5 - sis, Eduardo Castillo - Sombra India
6 - PLS&TY, Sofiya Nzau - Your Love
7 - Moderat - More Love
8 - Luttrell, Molly Moonwater - Something Right
9 - TroyBoi, Gianni Blu - APUKALA
10 - Volac, Trace, Mila Falls - Uh La La
11 - TMPLE - Guessing Game
12 - Enamour - Is This Your Card?
13 - Goom Gum - A Cappella
14 - Samantha Loveridge, Treetalk - Losing My Religion
15 - Sebjak, Fahlberg - Somebody
16 - Stylo, Space Motion - Yeke Yeke
17 - Simone Vitullo, Cammora - It Feels So Good
18 - Pupa Nas T, Kevin McKay, Denise Belfon - Work
19 - Disclosure, Blick Bassy - Ce n'est pas
20 - Drake, Giaggi - Blue Green Red
21 - Yolanda Be Cool, Dcup - We No Speak Americano
22 - Wade - Pan Jabi
23 - Monkey Safari - Take My Soul
24 - Jamie xx, The Avalanches - All You Children
25 - Admiral, Archila - Kalima
26 - Moe Turk - That Thong
27 - JUNO - Last Dance
28 - MAXI MERAKI - Paradiso Erotica
29 - Meera - Blomst
30 - Danidane, MAAURA - Like Dat
31 - Tabia, Maz, MAXI MERAKI, APACHE - Nothing On Me
32 - mLe - MWAH
33 - Ajna, Marlin - Bottom
34 - Komashov - Mayoko
35 - Biscits, Trace - Freak
36 - Dave Ruthwell, Emily Galaviz - Va Colgando De Un Hilito
37 - Stefy De Cicco, 1 World, Bob Marley & The Wailers - The Sun Is Shining
38 - Rockin Moroccin - Turn Off The Light
39 - HUGEL, Malóne, PV Aparataje, KD ONE, CVMPANILE, Draxx - Tututu
40 - Tripolism, Nandu, Radeckt - Dope Dance
41 - The Organism - Gypsy
42 - Vintage Culture - Agape
43 - Joe Vanditti - Wish Star
44 - MOONLGHT, nowifi - Smooth Operator
45 - Tiësto, Tears For Fears, NIIKO, SWAE, GUDFELLA - Rule The World

Aboard the Backyard - Afro House

If art decorates space, music decorates time. As a DJ-this is just a hobby-my goal in recording sets is to create a soundtrack to life: theme music for my adventures. I embrace an inclusive approach to genres, refusing to limit myself to any specific style; my broad taste allows me to explore many types of music, ensuring a unique experience for every set.

These sets take the listener on a journey-not my journey, but yours. It could be a voyage in your mind or a hike with headphones on. I am just a messenger who curates a selection of songs created by very talented producers.

Sometimes, the tracks I select resonate with the emotions I am feeling. Other times, I read the room, and my goal is to create an enjoyable experience for the audience. Often, I discover a new favorite track that really slaps, and I include it in a set so I can enjoy it fully, along with complementary tracks leading up to the new favorite, guiding the listener back into Earth's orbit afterward.

Recently, I crafted "Dan's Radio 008" as a thoughtful gift, featuring a favorite track, "I Can't Save You," alongside my personal favorite, "Salve in the Mist." This mix isn't just about the music; it’s a harmonious bridge that captures my creativity and passion.

By the way, I am a Civil Engineer by profession. My journey has taught me the value of community and togetherness, reflecting my desire to connect with others through the universal language of music. I hope you enjoy the sounds, and I'd love to hear your feedback.

Aboard the Backyard - Afro House

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