This set was recorded live aboard my good friend, Martin's boat, "The Backyard", cruising from Lake Union through the Montlake Cut and out into Lake Washington on a perfect summer Saturday in Seattle.

This chill voyage quickly turned into full-on party mode, weaving through the swarms of paddleboarders with tech house grooves bumping, the skipper put the throttle down once we hit open water, and I kept DJing.  The goal was to drop hook near Kirkland where the wind likes to funnel through for a day of sun, kiteboarding, and celebrating a friend's birthday.

The vibe? Pure summer boat party energy!  Expect driving tech house, vocal hooks, remixes of some classics, and a splash of Afro house. This one rides the line between sun-drenched and sweat-soaked, and it’s meant to be played loud!

If you find yourself needing to decompress after listening to this set all the way through, I highly recommend "Chill the 4th Out" in the cue to be played next.  This set compliments The Backyard set as a nice palate cleansing breather as it opens with smooth melodic house.  Careful, stick around too long and the fireworks start again ;)  

(yes, that is the actual title of the fourth track, good luck trying to find that one, it found me)

1 - Wuki - Sunshine (My Girl)
2 - Jay Dunham - I Got Summer On My Mind
3 - Marten Lou - Your Body
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5 - The Schmidt - Say Less
6 - Kaskade - Nobody Like You
7 - Prok, Fitch - Everyday People
8 - Housewife, Wally B - Bey Tonight
9 - Devault, Bipolar Sunshine - Don't Be Alarmed
10 - Dillon Nathaniel - Turn Up Da Bassline
11 - Tiga,Audion, Matroda - Let's Go Dancing
12 - Dom Dolla - San Frandisco
13 - Adam Port, Keinemusik, Stryv, Malachiii - Move
14 - Admiral, Archila - Kalima
15 - Purple Disco Machine, ÁSDÍS, Marten Hørger - Beat Of Your Heart
16 - CamelPhat, Elderbrook - Cola
17 - Nonku, Hyenah - Soak It
18 - Disco Lines, GUDFELLA - Sunny
19 - Disco Lines, Gabriella - Honey
20 - Chris Lake, Ragie Ban - Toxic
21 - Layton Giordani, Linney,Sarah De Warren - Act of God
22 - Steve Angello - Hooligans
23 - RAFFA GUIDO - Famax
24 - Simone Vitullo, Cammora - It Feels So Good
25 - Simone Vitullo, Seraphiel - Every Breath You Take
26 - Francis Mercier, Emvafaya, Darla Jade, Arodes - Teenage Crime
27 - Daniel Rateuke - Marimbo
28 - FISHER - Stay
29 - San Pacho - Baby Got Back
30 - Tobehonest - Daka
31 - Disco Lines, No/Me - Wide Open
32 - Noizu, Madge - Acid Rain
33 - Classmatic, Jamie Coins - Sambodromo
34 - Ahadadream, Priya Ragu, Skrillex, contra - TAKA
35 - Tayllor - My Neck, My Back (Lick It)
36 - Jamy Nox - Day 'N' Nite
37 - San Pacho, Tobehonest - Horny
38 - Ship Wrek - Shake That
39 - Danidane, MAAURA - Like Dat
40 - Ede - Do My Thing
41 - Emski - SWEAT
42 - Roddy Lima - Be A Freak
43 - Walker, Royce - Need2Freek
44 - LION BABE - Freekish
45 - PAWSA, Adventures Of Stevie V - Dirty Cash
46 - Westend - Freaky Time

Aboard The Backyard - Tech 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 - Tech House

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