Mano Leeks Vol. 1 -  Live from Astin Barcelona

Big sound camps like DISTRIKT are always a ton of work but last year DISTRIKT brought an incredibly ambitious setup that sounded, looked and felt amazing. Those of us that were there were really given quite a treat. I’m so grateful to get to play in such an ideal set up in such an insanely challenging setting. With 2023 being such a particularly epic year I’m extra glad to have this recording that so quickly brings back the feeling for me of that beautiful night. For those who were there I hope this tickles your memories the same way it does mine and for those who weren’t I’m glad you can join for the ride. Massive thanks to Ben and the entire DISTRIKT crew who worked so hard to make this happen. You guys are legends and the true stars of this show.
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Thugfucker - DISTRIKT - Burning Man 2023

Noviembre 8 del 2024.
Set grabado a M.A.N.D.Y. en vivo en Caracas, Venezuela por Melomanie Crew.

Melomanie 003 - M.A.N.D.Y. Echoes of the journey.

Hello Hot Dogs! I've waited for this day for over 14 years: mix #100 is live. When I released my first mix in 2010, I titled it [001] instead of [01]. Using three digits was aspirational, a quiet promise to myself that I might one day reach triple digits.

These mixes trace the narrative of my adult life. They've been the thread connecting me with so many of you—some I'll never meet, others who've become close friends (and even roommates—hi Dan, hi James).

Back when I released my first mix in 2010, we were still buying mix CDs for our cars. Soundcloud was just emerging, and I committed to monthly releases to this new platform. I may be overreaching here, but I can’t remember any other DJs presenting conceptual mixes, monthly, as packaged works of art: a conceptual title, description, and artwork. That consistency and novelty helped build a following outside of my local scene, and when my 2012 Robot Heart recording came out, things really took off internationally.

By 2015, the momentum led me to leave my software engineering job for full-time DJing—largely thanks to these Soundcloud mixes. I was purely a DJ then with a nascent Manjumasi label formed with Mark Slee, not releasing my first original track “Peculiar Colors” until 2017.

The landscape in 2024 looks different. As Soundcloud rotted to hell and Spotify rose, the value of mixes has sharply declined. With thousands released daily, they've become ubiquitous. The career path for electronic artists now revolves around original productions and social media presence.

This industry evolution pushed me toward producing my own music, opening up new creative paths I'm grateful for. The social media aspect has felt natural, as it's been an integral part of my project from the start. These last few years, the touring schedule, studio time, and home life as a husband and father slowed me down from my monthly cadence, but each mix still feels like a deep-rooted part of my message to the world, (mostly) through other people's music. 

Mix [100] was recorded September 7, 2024, at Public Works in San Francisco, the city that "raised me" as a club kid, where I first learned to DJ. This 5-hour set marked my last show in North America before taking an indefinite mental health break from touring. Playing this set was emotional, to the point of tears in the DJ booth, with support pouring in from both new listeners and those who've been there since the beginning. I couldn’t think of a better way to reach 100.

I've also created http://www.atish100.com to house all my mixes and their 1,400+ tracklists in one place, which I'll keep updating as new mixes go up on Soundcloud and YouTube.

This mix marks a meaningful milestone for me. Thank you for making this journey possible. You, and the 1400+ artists and labels I referenced helped create a life I never imagined.

Tracklist

atish - [100] - Atish All Night (Live in SF, 5 hours)

Record live at Never Sleep Again, Burning Man 2024

Atish | Never Sleep Again | Burning Man 2024

Art Department (Kenny Glasgow) from the Robot Heart ResIIdency at the Loom in Oakland CA, 2024

On May 10th, we had arranged something truly special: a rare reunion from Art Department, Jonny and Kenny back under the original banner. The day before the show, though, we got word that Jonny tested positive for COVID and would not be able to make it. To make matters worse, Kenny showed up feeling off himself—stomach problems, not doing great. For a moment, we were not sure whether the set would happen at all.

Then, after a quick pep talk (and maybe a little Johnnie Walker), Kenny decided to push through. He played the entire set from just one side of the DJ setup, leaving the other deck silent, like he was holding space for Jonny. Mid-set he passed us his phone to grab some content; somewhere between shots we pulled a South Park moment and killed Kenny’s phone, leaving him to play on, clock-free and carried by the night’s energy.

With no idea what time it was, Kenny kept the dance floor alive well past closing. It was one of the most memorable sets of the season—raw, alive, and full of heart. Kenny played for both of them, and everyone there felt it. Nights like that are why we do this. For the music, the people, and the magic you could never script.

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Cover photo: John Dill @johndill / www.sliceofdill.com

Art Department (Kenny Glasgow) - Robot Heart Residency - Oakland 2024

www.openlab.fm | 106.4FM in Ibiza & Formentera
Check the full tracklist on our website: 
https://openlab.fm/news/sunrise-sunset-01-damian-lazarus

Listen back to the first episode of Sunrise Sunset, presented by Damian Lazarus. Broadcast every Sunday morning from 7–9am CEST and repeated Thursday evenings from 7–9pm CEST, Sunrise Sunset will run for 21 weeks from May 18 to October 5, exclusively on OpenLab – 106.4FM on the island of Ibiza and streamed online to a global audience at openlab.fm.

Known for his genre-defying taste and spiritual connection to music, Damian will bring listeners a deeply personal soundtrack inspired by the transitions of day and night. Carefully curated to mirror the rising and setting of the sun, each show promises a soul-soothing, heart-opening journey through eclectic, rare, and beautiful music.

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Sunrise Sunset 01 - Damian Lazarus

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Damian Lazarus is back on the OpenLab airwaves tomorrow morning — live from Ibiza with two hours of deep, dreamy, wide-open sounds.
Perfect for early risers, late wanderers, or anyone chasing that first light feeling.

Can’t do mornings? No problem — we run it back every Thursday at 7PM CET.

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Sunrise Sunset 04 - Damian Lazarus

www.openlab.fm | 106.4FM in Ibiza & Formentera
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Damian Lazarus is back on the OpenLab airwaves — broadcasting live from Ibiza with two hours of hypnotic, horizon-chasing sounds to elevate your morning. Whether you're rising early, winding down, or simply seeking sonic sunshine — this one's made for you.

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Sunrise Sunset 07 - Damian Lazarus

Wednesday morning was something else. DJ Tennis curated a full day of back-to-back sets on the Robot Heart bus, calling it Tennis Doubles. The highlight was the sunrise set with Simon, aka Bonobo. It was Simon’s first Burn and the rest is history. 🎾🌞❤️

In DJ Tennis’ words, “Robot Heart is family. When they asked me to curate the Wednesday lineup, I knew I had to bring Simon for his first Burn. That sunrise was pure magic playing side by side with an artist I deeply admire, as the desert came alive, felt like it was always meant to be. After more than a decade here, the Burn still takes my breath away like no other place.”

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https://soundcloud.com/bonobo / instagram.com/si_bonobo

Cover photo: John Dill @johndill / www.sliceofdill.com

DJ Tennis B2B Bonobo - Robot Heart - Burning Man 2024

Heart of Sky

All I Need to Get High (Butch Redux)

Damian Lazarus - DJ, Producer and creator of Crosstown Rebels, Day Zero, Get Lost and many other wonderful things