We haven't been to active around here, because the offline world has finally taken back it's place this summer. Zugvøgel Festival and IRGENDWO were just ridicilously good this year. That energy recharge was missed for so long and we are just head over heels in love with being part of partys again. 
To keep you warm and cozy we went a bit special on the 20th episode of our podcast. 
we love warmups are two connaisseurs of organic down and midtempo music, spiked with dreamy vocals and rough cuts. They had the honour to spent some lazy times on infamous Heuballern (built by the great Minha Galera and @draussenverlaufen)@Zugvoegelfestival, Udenbreth. This set includes tracks by the likes of @luimafuta, @acud, @vicnorman, @casimir-music, @wanduta1 @kalamanmusic, @twerkingclassheroes, @unambeat, @Pshiuu and others.
Big ups to all the people, who made this summer fun for other humans. Culture loves you!

Bummbumm #20: we love warmups @ Zugvøgel Festival 2021

Combining different musical approaches is one of the key figures behind our work. But it's not the usual to be allowed to release material like this. @Casimir-music gave the softness and warmth of @Yataomusic's handpans a well rounded remodeling, gently infusing it with buzzing downtempo vibes. One mix for the softer moments, the other made to stomp the ground. Creating a mystical world and a journey for your ears.

Remix mastering: @bryankessler at Highseat Studios
Graphic: lord.lakai

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Yatao - Shadows of the Great Tree (Casimir's Cacao Mix)

Yatao - Shadows of the Great Tree (Casimir's Club Remix)

This downtempo cheesecake was orinialy played at Berggeflüster 3.0. and afterwards spiced up with some soulfull and exciting trumpet lines. The energy transmited will make you wanna move.When @drueckeberg is not behind the wheels of fun, he enjoys being on stage with his soulmates of RasgaRasga. 
Kool down in the summer heat and enjoy life!

Including tracks by the likes of @riyoon , @deepandi , @nadaninadienuncae , @detmolt or @bassaramusic.

Bummbumm #24: Drückeberger (Trumpet Edition)

It's getting easier for sure and when times are rough music can be saviour.
Once again we brought two musicians to the studio to fuse their sounds. The outcome is a dream of a song, with a slingering accidy beat accompained by cords and a translucent voice. 

Original: @bisu-andyou & @mikerauss
Remixes: @Luimafuta and @elephant_terrible
Mastering: @bryankessler at highseat studios
Artwork: https://www.instagram.com/lord.lakai

bīsu & Mike Rauss - Easier (ele Remix)

bīsu & Mike Rauss - Easier (Lui Mafuta & Puste Remix)

Water can be the most fun to play in or a burden to keep your head above.
You could get lost on the open sea or be let by a river.
There are calm and troubled times.
It connects and devides.
No matter what, water is life.
And can be a threat to it.

Once again we are happy to release a long awaited collaboration from two of our darest musicians. The fusion of @judith-ahrends  unique tiptoe groove and dreamlike vocals with @oilst deep vibes gave us chills from the first drafts. Two synthie wizards in unity.
The remix duties were distributed to amazing @dangerrrave, @deisenmusic, @malikfaquir, @ohxala and @isaacsoto.

This EP is a perfect example how music knows no limits as it connects musicians from Mexico, Portugal, Mozambique, North America, Switzerland and Germany.

Mastering: Stefan Thomas at Studio A
Artwork: Judith Ahrends
Design: Miri Tau

Judith Ahrends & Oilst - Water (Deisen Remix)

Let's go for a trippy rave.
Feel like joining?
We are super happy to welcome @zoe-reijue. Allow her to take you on a slingering trip to neverland. Dive deep and enjoy some time on a floor of your choice, including oustanding remixes by @feinheitsbrei, @pullichomba and @casimir-music.

Mastering: @bryankessler at Highseat Studios
Artwork: www.instagram.com/duke_artwork/

Zoe Reijue - Raver (Pulli & Chomba Remix)

Summer is slowly beginning to fade and the air touching our lungs is cooling down once more. Time for some slower and deeper grooves, time for coziness and analog warmth.

We are more than happy to present the first full EP by @harmon33 . The sound enthusiast is well known from other projects and has been active for quite some time. "Ghosting" and "Grounded" are a little older but nonetheless timeless beauties. Remixes were contributed by the lovebirds @Faberbeatz , @Blindsmyth and @Luced feat. @aleezalynn.

Special thanks go out to Ben Post for the amazing artwork.

Mastering: @bryankessler at Highseat Studios
Artwork: www.instagram.com/en.ost/

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Harmon - Ghosting

Harmon - Grounded

Ready for takeoff?
@seniorcitizen_wav is for sure, and we couldn't be happier to have him on board. As he caused some ruckus in the last years with his super bouncy and jolly productions, outstanding DJ sets or his unique persona, we were keen to release some of his music. So here we go:
Elephant stomp is a true sloppy midtempo banger, as you could have guessed from the name. Arrival then takes you on an aciddy trip to lalaland.
Diverse remixes were contributed by @amounttechno, @seebo1 & @vonspazier and @matijasound & @richardelcox.

Mastering by @bryankessler.
Artwork by www.instagram.com/en.ost/

Senior Citizen - Elephant Stomp (Matija & Richard Elcox Remix)

Played at Seebühne on Thursday from 14:00-15:30

"Oh, what a ride...
Thänks to all the fusion staff for making this one of a kind place and time possible. We were blown away by the beauty, co-created by so many people, and are grateful to have been given the opportunity to play some music for the ears of so many lovely dancers.
Special shoutout to the crew at Seebühne for making us feel welcome and safe.
One love for subculture!"

" @Ernstall and @Ilja-myschkin met a decade ago at one of Cologne’s outdoor raves and have been hanging out ever since. Mainly found standing at the far end of the dancefloor, chatting nonsense to each other, they decided to drop some lighthearted tunes together. Building a career in DJing is a dream come true for them, and after gigs at Marvin's Kommunionsfeier, Karaoke im Wurstpavillon 2015, and Fahrstuhlmusik im Finanzamt 2022, they are as hot as ice cubes for their appearance at Frühjahrsfest Neustrelitz this weekend."

The tracks played were created by:
@kleintierschaukel , @sebastiangabriel_live , @illyeist , @golden-bug remixed by @destiino , @reyneke , @luimafuta & @iorie, @seniorcitizen_wav , @deepandi, @davidrausch , @jpattersson, @david-hasert, @raz-ohara remixed by @shuffle, @elias-fassos , @coss & @solatic remixed by @buchneroberst, @seebo1 & @flave-live, @jurgen-paape , @drpayback and @deomid.

Mastered by the one and only @metatext.

we love warmups @ Fusion Festival 2024 / Seebühne

This time we welcome Cologne's finest @darioklein joining forces with Mumbais' very own @riatsumusic, bringing us two slowed down indie dance bangers heavy on guitars. We loved them both from the first listen on because of the uniqueness in sound and flow. Fostering connections between artists is at the heart of what we do, and we’re proud to have this collaboration on board.

For the first time in our history, we will be releasing music on vinyl aswell. If you feel like supporting this, head over to our bandcamp.

On the Remix duties we got the mighty @ueberhaupt_ausserdem, @metatext and @harrotriptrap.

Once again we are more then delighted to us Ben Posts amazing artworks. Find him here: https://www.instagram.com/en.ost/

Mastering by Metatext

Dario Klein & Riatsu - Radler (Überhaupt & Außerdem Remix)

Dario Klein & Riatsu - Fading Light (Harro Triptrap Remix)

Happy welcome @skaruu to our little podcast journey. We are more than happy to have the german Trüfelschwein of trippy and slower sounds in the house. Bringing you long lasting deep grooves with a defined lofi touch to make things right in the following 90 minutes. Have a listen, sit back and enjoy!

Bummbumm #32: skarú

Straight from Bremen, we’re beyond excited to welcome @Moritz-Gut to our little discography. With heartfelt finesse, he’s reimagined Labi Siffre’s “Bless the Telephone,” turning it into a track that will stick with you long after it ends. The perfect soundtrack for sunny days – sit back, relax, and soak up the summer vibes.

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Labi Siffre - Bless the Telephone (Moritz Gut Edit)

Rising from the shadows, we present you this deep, reduced and misty EP by @Sydkasd . Causing some rucus in the last years and delighting ears all over the world, we are happy to welcome him  on Friendly Connections. Quite diverse remixes were contributed by @theaehthea, @paul-valentin and @Emorine.
Get los in sound!

Mastered @ Perla Audio, Germany

Artwork by Ben Post 
https://www.instagram.com/en.ost/

Sydka - Lust

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Sydka - For Now

Rising from the shadows, we present you this deep, reduced and misty EP by @Sydkasd. Causing some rucus in the last years and delighting ears all over the world, we are happy to welcome him on Friendly Connections. Quite diverse remixes were contributed by @theaehthea, @paul-valentin and @Emorine.
Get los in sound!

Mastered @ Perla Audio, Germany

Artwork by Ben Post
www.instagram.com/en.ost/

Sydka - For Now (Thea Remix)

Sydka - Lust (Emorine Remix)

Sydka - Lust (Paul Valentin Remix)

Please welcome Kiku aka @depaulala. Meeting him at Zugvögel Festival was a pleasure and there was no doubt to have his set in our podcast series. As an active part of the downtempo scene he delivered a classic downtempo set. Relaxed, soulfull and just a tingle to your ears. 
Sit back, relax and enjoy!

Mastered by @maluinator

Bummbumm #33: depaula @ Zugvögel Festival 2025

To close out 2025, we invited @unambeat for another episode of the Bummbumm Cast. When it comes to psychedelic-organic, down- to mid-tempo music, this young talent from Barcelona is simply unmissable. Whether in the studio or behind the decks, he delivers his signature trippy, energetic sound. If possible grace your ears with one of his sets.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Bummbumm #34: ÜNAM (The Magic Sun)

Listen to our newest EP here:
https://soundcloud.com/friendlyconnections/sets/talking-with-moogwhales-ep-1

Crossing lifelines can lead to beautiful things.
Two human beeings sharing some days out of time, in places far away from so called home. The result are two completely diffrent tracks. One touching your spirit, the other one rather moving your feet.
To new friends and those moments on the road, where you know you met a special person.

Get it here:
https://friendlyconnections.bandcamp.com/

Follow the artists:
@mikerauss
@casimir-music
@roko110
@kingkookaburra
@luced

Mastering by:
@bryankessler

Design by:
www.instagram.com/duke_artwork/

Bandcamp

Mike Rauss & Casimir - Tenerife (Club Version)

Crossing lifelines can lead to beautiful things.
Two human beeings sharing some days out of time, in places far away from so called home. The result are two completely diffrent tracks. One touching your spirit, the other one rather moving your feet.
To new friends and those moments on the road, where you know you met a special person.

Get it here:
https://friendlyconnections.bandcamp.com/

Follow the artists:
@mikerauss
@casimir-music
@roko110
@kingkookaburra
@luced

Mastering by:
@bryankessler

Design by:
www.instagram.com/duke_artwork/

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Mike Rauss & Casimir - Tenerife

It is always delighting to discover amazing music, but you know those times when you can’t stop listening because your ear isn’t used to such pleasures? That’s how we felt when first listening to Judiths music. Finding humans to remix that gingerly, was a pleasure.

Take a moment, sit back and listen carefully.
@judith-ahrends
@brigadeberlin
@oilst
@casimir-music
@luced

Chello on Walk: Lukas Götte
Mastering Originals: Stefan Thomas at Studio a Berlin
Masting Remixes: Bryan Kessler at Tro
Artwork: Judith Ahrends
Design: Smyff

Judith Ahrends - Closer (Casimir & Luced floor version)

New, full EP by Judith Ahrends & Oilst:
https://soundcloud.com/friendlyconnections/sets/talking-with-moogwhales-ep-1

It is always delighting to discover amazing music, but you know those times when you can’t stop listening because your ear isn’t used to such pleasures? That’s how we felt when first listening to Judiths music. Finding humans to remix that gingerly, was a pleasure.

Take a moment, sit back and listen carefully.
@judith-ahrends
@brigadeberlin
@oilst
@casimir-music
@luced

Chello on Walk: Lukas Götte
Mastering Originals: Stefan Thomas at Studio a Berlin
Masting Remixes: Bryan Kessler at Tro
Artwork: Judith Ahrends
Design: Smyff

Judith Ahrends - Walk (Oilst club version)

We took a little break with our podcasts series, but are back  with a banger. It is a pleasure to welcome @stelzenlaeufermusic. This fine young man is no stranger to the world of downtempo. As a saxophone player he dipped into the music game very early and later on found his way into the electronic world. Thänks alot for getting in touch!

Tracklist:
Foxall & Deaf Can Dance - Zorba The Greek ("Thank You" Edit)
200 Years After Tartaria (Tarkovsky Edit)
Maugli - Wembo Wembo (M.RUX Remix)
Karmaâ- Aman (Emorine Remix)
Jeanette - Porque-Te-Vas (Ruben Coslada Edit)
Coney Island Baby (V4YS Glory Of Love Rework)
Echoel - Mellow
Bruce Springsteen - Secret Garden (V4YS Show Me A Hero Rework)
KlangDruide - Oasis (Original Mix)
Simon & Garfunkel - The Boxer (Kalaman Edit) 
Acado, Vincent Marlice - Garnet (Original Mix)
Tears For Fears - Shout (Lev Tatarov Edit)
Barratt - 1983 (Original Mix)
Coss - Vermillion Bird (Original Mix)
Daniel Norgren - Howling Around My Happy Home (Margee edit)
Fink - Cold Feet (NOMÅGIK Remix)

Bummbumm #16: Stelzenläufer (Faultierdisko)

Amelie Beese Straße 1 (Amelie Beese Street 1)is a 8000 squaremeter large property close to Bremens newtown. Since 2018 Kulturbeutel e.V. is running an open air culture project called ''IRGENDWO'' on it. During the summer there are up to 50 different events to be hold, such as escalating raves, concerts and jam sessions, workshops and talks about politics or fun filled family culture days. 
Electronic music plays a huge role as an identification factor cannot to forget that nice 36 hour slide helps a crew to getting together way better. To set a little monument we found 8 artists, wich have played during the last year and they sat down to put in 7 tracks to pleasure your ears. The Compilation represents at least a little peak of the ''Irgendwo'' sound.
A thousand thänk yous go out to @peterpaasch, @molto_music, @anselmus-berlin & @isabeaufort, @dangerrave, @youlaike, @arrogantundanschmiegsam and Zjisin. Besides huge props go out to Smyff for the banger artwork and @bryankessler for the superb mastering.
As for many others in the culture scene it's not going to be an easy season for Kulturbeutel e.V. so we are happy to be donating all our profits directly to this project.
''IRGENDWO is supposed to be a place, where people thread each other with love and respect, they learn from and watch out after each other. To make everyone feel safe, do not tolerate any kind of discrimination
no homophobia
no fascism
no sexism
no rascism
no hate''

We as Friendly Connections want to say thänk you for the opportunities brought to life by charity work at Amelie Beese Straße and are looking forward to our partnership.

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Anselmus & Isabeau Fort - Ginger Shot

Strong winds are sending heavy clouds into our sight and rain is beginning to pour. Mother earth is wettened one last time, followed by a long lasting drought.
We are delighted to share the first EP of Karbana (@user-765434859) with you. The peculiar duo dug deep in their trick boxes and created two unique masterpieces. The remixes by Lui Mafuta (@luimafuta) & Puste, Gottlieb Scheppert (@gottlieb-scheppert) and Judith Ahrends(@judith-ahrends) each add a unique flavour, all coming together as one well rounded journey.

Piano on Lui Mafuta & Puste remix: Paul Janoschka
Mastering: @bryankessler
Mastering Judith Ahrends remix: Studio A Berlin
Artwork & Design: www.instagram.com/smyff/
on @friendlyconnections

Karbana - Showers And Storms (Lui Mafuta & Puste Brass Version)

We love different kinds of music and believe in the synergies in between all of them.
Our partys and the projects in which we participate are supposed to be hideouts from everyday life.
Curating at @Zugvoegelfestival
2026:
31.01. // Fi - Cologne
15.02. // Flux - Bremen
2025:
21.02. // UMZU - Bremen
05.04. // P.ara - Bremen
20.04. // Fi - Cologne
25.05. // IRGENDWO - Bremen
07.06. // Gleispark - Oldenburg
01.-03.08. // Zugvögel Festival - Udenbreth
06.09.// IRGENDWO - Bremen
28.11.// Subway - Cologne

2024:
19.01. // P.ara - Bremen
15.06. // IRGENDWO - Bremen
25.-28.07 // Zugvögel Festival
01.-04.08 // Zugvögel Festival
26.10. // Fi - Cologne
17.11.// Kukoon - Bremen
21.11.// UMZU- Bremen
22.12. // Odonien - Cologne


2023:
18.03. // Stapeltor - Duisburg
18.06 // Fockegarten - Bremen
28.07.-31.07. // Zugvögel Festival
08.08.-11.08. // Zugvögel Festival
04.11. // p.ara - Bremen
22.12. // Odonien - Cologne

2022:
05.03. // Pusdorf Studios - Bremen
07.05. //Pusdorf Studios - Bremen
29.07.-31.07.// Zugvögel Festival
05.08.-07.08. //Zugvögel Festival
16.09. // Pusdorf Studios - Bremen
12.11. // Pusdorf Studios - Bremen
16.12. // Odonien -  Cologne

We feel deeply connected to:
@Ernstall
@luced
@zoe-reijue
@ilja-myschkin
@judith-ahrends
@herkunderground
We love warmups

Peer 23 e.V. Mannheim
Zugvögel e.V. Cologne
Anderswo  , Bremen
Conartism, Bremen
Cosmic Society, Berlin
Gesellen, Wuppertal
Kalamari Disko / Kwerformat, Duisburg
Draußen Verlaufen/ Minha Galera e.V. Cologne
Zucker e.V., Bremen

The past:
IRGENDWO, Bremen ('21,'20,'19,'18)
Pusdorf Studios, Bremen (RIP)
P.ara, Bremen
Drittel, Bremen
Studio 672 , Cologne (RIP)
Yuca, Cologne
Zugvögel Festival, Udenbreth/Tenerife
Ms Treue, Bremen
Noon, Bremen
Schaulust, Bremen
Peer 23, Mannheim
Roxy , Cologne (RIP)
Odonien, Cologne
Zum scheuen Reh, Cologne
Im Schnörres, Cologne

PS: We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and try to fight against it where it is possible.

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