From Virginia to New York City, Havana and Accra,  I am a world traveler who connects the dots between us all.

Ivan Winke, a Chicago-born, Melbourne-based artist, DJ, producer, and remixer, is the creative force behind his solo projects Ivan Winke and Shamanavi, as well as his side projects Pro Test, Shamanavi & Pale Horse, Shamanavi & Pro Test, and Shamanavi & Roaring Lion.

Growing up on the southwest side of Chicago, Ivan was immersed in a rich environment of artistic expression and diverse musical influences from a young age. In December 1997, at the age of 15, he began his path as a DJ, performing at nightclubs, parties, and restaurants across the Chicagoland area. By 17, he invested in more equipment, such as computers, drum machines, sequencers, and synthesizers, allowing him to explore and create a broad spectrum of music that mirrors his inner and outer worlds, both physically and spiritually.

Ivan has remixed a wide range of artists, including Astrix, Blu Mar Ten, Depeche Mode, Massive Attack, The Prodigy, and Sasha. His performances have spanned across America, Australia, and Iceland, with notable appearances in cities such as Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Sydney, Melbourne, and Reykjavík, as well as at festivals like Gamma Festival (2007), Dragon Dreaming Festival (2014), and Rainbow Serpent Festival (2011, 2013-2016).

Ivan Winke's journey is a testament to his dedication to the art of sound and his relentless pursuit of musical diversity.

Create Freedom.

Musician and producer.

You can find articles, music, my podcast Lone Ponderer, interviews, and tons of other content on my site JustNickPeriod.com or you can chat with me live on my Discord server.

Hip Hop Producer

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I'm a musician living in Colorado creating music and sound using a combination of traditional and electronic elements.

Bad Monkey
You are in time out. 
Learn to play with others!

Nick Levi and Jorge Viana (M. Shwag) blur the lines of music genres by experimenting with dynamics, harmonies, textures, and grooves. Dharma Monkey is our attempt at expressing ourselves through Music. Both parties coming from a different perspective in music and different performing backgrounds. Nothing is forbidden as we combine all aspects of the music world, both electronic and live,  in order to create something we can call our own. We will attempt to constantly update and upload new tracks so stop by often listen and share! Find us on facebook to stay updated on shows. Thank You!

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