Plato said, “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything”. This set by @julya-karma does exactly that. 

Based in NY, with roots extending from Lebanon to California, Julya consistently shows us her passion and talent for music in her podcasts and live performances, which allow audiences to unite together to transcend beyond time and enter a higher level of consciousness. Julya finds mixing to be the perfect format for creating an atmosphere of deep, moving melodies, eclectic sounds and stimulating progressions.

With this set, she takes us on a hopeful journey where our spirits can exist as one. A journey that immediately transports us to a state of euphoria, blurring the lines between dreams and reality. 

Follow the Artist: @Julya-karma
Follow us on SC: @hotsituations

The Bright Side #07 | Julya Karma |

Taking us to the Bright Side this week, we have the very talented duo @wilddark. Making us dream outside the box, they take storytelling to a different dimension inspired by a wide spectrum of electronic music and a warm organic approach. 

Merging house, techno, and vocals into a cohesive concept, you will find yourselves on a soulful ride you never want to get off of. 

Let this amazing podcast take over your senses and make sure to check out their productions and other podcasts <3

SC: @wilddark
IG: https://www.instagram.com/wild_dark/

The Bright Side #09 | Wild Dark |

Making us feel human love through the exchange of music, you will feel that @Nhiimusic offers something like no other with this podcast. The nicest soul, who never seizes to amaze us with his productions or DJ Sets, we are very excited to welcome him to the Bright Side for an experience that knows no limits. 

Follow the Artist: @nhiimusic and make sure to check out his latest releases on @kindish!

The Bright Side #10 | Nhii |

We are very excited to welcome @nico-tober for this episode of the Bright Side. Founder of @Katahaifisch, he brings together various Artists from all continents and presents “electronic art” to a wide range of music lovers from around the world. With his exceptional podcasts influenced by his passion for downtempo, melodic house and deep house mixes, he affects his listeners in unanticipated ways that resonates long after it ends. 

Follow the Artist: @nico-tober

The Bright Side #11 | Nico Tober |

Based in Paris, the DJ/producer @jaalexmusic shares his passion with an energizing and dynamic set that will take you straight to the dancefloor.

He is known for communicating his music through uplifting beats and an atmosphere influenced by his ethnic sound. With his releases on @cosmicawakenings, he has shown great success and we're very excited to host him on the Bright Side. 

Follow the Artist: @jaalexmusic

The Bright Side #12 | Jaalex |

Happy to share this exciting set by kośa - a soundsmith and the alter ego of Tarun Jakhodia. 

Bringing us a flavorful mixing consisting of downtempo, electronic yet organic tunes, deep hypnotic meditative grooves and solid kicks infused with Indian, Arabic and other Ethnic influences.

For kosa, This network gives space to connect ideas of various forms to do art for art's sake - not for social recognition, to break the rules of systematic exploitation of the artist's energy and to feel the soul in synchronicity.

there are no limits, as there is no mind.

Enjoy the ride!

Follow the Artist: @kosh-a

The Bright Side #13 | kośa |

Leaving us in awe with every one of his productions and live performances, we are very excited to welcome the very lovely and  talented @sarkis_mikael to the Bright Side. 

With this podcast, he takes us to yet another ride where we experience peak emotional moments and to a place where we can truly connect with ourselves through his music like no other.

Hope this set touches your heart in ways imaginable and not.

🌻 Explore the Artist>> @sarkis_mikael

The Bright Side #14 | Sarkis Mikael |

"Passionate about music and sounds since always.

My first musical influence was undoubtedly Symphonic Rock. From a very early age I discovered that I was in love with fusions, the combination of genres, vocals with deep feelings, synthesizers, electric guitars.
A perfect balance between the strident and the subtle, originality without rules, innovation with class, the kind that will endure over time.

I believe Music is a powerful tool, due to the power of deliver happiness and deep emotions, making it my favorite one to apply."

• MARIN •

Special thank you for a very special set <3 

Follow the Artist: @marinjavier

The Bright Side #15 | Marin |

Very excited to share this special podcast by @maria-theresia-von-eberg, who never seizes to amaze her listeners with her perfectly curated podcasts that are constantly on repeat. Her amazing soul and beautiful personality always reflects on her music and takes you to a brand new musical atmosphere that we call home. 

Thank you @maria-theresia-von-eberg for another special journey.

Mastered by: mastered@Rauschmusik44.1 

Follow the Artist: @maria-theresia-von-eberg

The Bright Side #16 | Maria Theresia Von Eberg |

Excited to welcome @bambastik, the Co-founder and A&R of Washington D.C. based record label ''@downtemporituals'' to the Bright Side. 

As an avid downtempo lover, he intuitively hypnotizes and lures his listeners on to his slow journey in a profound and powerful manner.

Hope this set touches your heart in ways imaginable and not.

SC: soundcloud.com/bambastik 
iG: www.instagram.com/bambaspace/ 
FB: www.facebook.com/sayhitobamba 
WEB: downtemporituals.com/

The Bright Side #18 | Bamba |

Artist:
@cosmovisionrecords
@don-mescal

@don-mescal, who djs for more than 20 years now, can be seen as magician of musical diversity, a character full of energy & love, who has a huge repertoire of songs that will catch your senses and awakens your emotions. Inspired by folkloric multiculturalism, he loves to experiment with the traditions of world music and knows how to transfer it into a modern perspective to brew an electronic-music-elixir with that extra drop of mescal flavor.

Furthermore Don Mescal is the co-founder of @cosmovisionrecords, a new music label and collective created by a mix of immigrants from Latin America, Europe and locals from Canada, based in Montréal, working together in a collaborative and inter-dependent way through a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary artistic platform, believing in the value of different cultures, art and the universe itself.

The Bright Side #22 | Don Mescal |

Originally from Venezuela, currently based in Panama.  Hernan grew up loving electronic music & technology ever since he can remember. 

First gig as a DJ was back in the late 90s while going to college in Funky Town. TX.  He was a regular at local bars and played across different genres because of the international scene he used to frequent.   

His sound has no boundaries.  In his sets and productions, you will find a reflection of his diverse upbringing & taste.  Electronic World Music moving across different genres would be the best way to interpret his sound.

His live sets will get you moving and through a journey of different emotions.  Besides the traditional DJ set, he also performs a Hybrid set to include more of his personal touch & live creativity.

Currently he is a resident for Radio Venao in Panama where he been part of the line up the Radio Venao Gatherings which includes international and local artitsts.  He has released 6 production tracks and also last year launched his own musical brand: Boutique Sessions.

Hope this way takes you on an unimaginable journey.

IG- @hernanbmusic
Soundcloud:  @hernan-b
Spotify: Hernan B
Bookings: hernanbmusica@gmail.com

The Bright Side #23 | Hernan B |

Downtempo, slow house and slow techno. Mixed with disco appeal and 80´s attitude.

Besides his Aka-Tony project, Tony runs his own podcast series "aka-tapes & love is love" on Soundcloud. Since 2020 he is also curating "I am Boho" and "Down to Earth" podcasts for Planet Ibiza from Spain. In early 2022 he launched the Aka-Tapes - Down to Earth party series. Last but not least, he also plays a regular slot on radio GDS.FM Zurich.

Follow the Artist; @aka_tony

The Bright Side #24 | aka-tony |

Sharing music from the heart.

Captivated by house & techno music from growing up in the 90’s LA rave scene, AlKemiss EriKa began her journey as a San Francisco DJ before becoming a full time mother took her away from the scene - although her love for the music and desire to play music lived on.

Fast forward a couple of decades and she has once again found herself dedicated to her craft with more passion and desire to bring music that connects people on the dance floor and move them from the heart.

Hope her music touches you in ways imaginable and not <3

Follow the Artist: @erika-bubble

The Bright Side #26 | Alkemiss Erika |

As a huge fan of @stelzenlaeufermusic, we're super excited to welcome him to the Bright Side series. We once again fell in love with another set. 

We know you'll enjoy this journey as much as we did <3

"Since my childhood i'm playing the saxophone in several projects. One day I also fell in love with electronic music....
I like it smooth, I like it slow, I like it driving and drifting. I love to spread my vibe daytime on music festivals, sharing storytelling dj sets and of course still love jammin the saxophone with soulfoul musicians.
In 2018 we founded the @Faultierdisko collective. With the @Faultierdisko podcast series on Soundcloud we support artists and spread our slothdisco vibe. Give it a listen!"

Follow the Artist: @stelzenlaeufermusic

The Bright Side #28 I Stelzenläufer I

Super excited to share this set by @ener-music from the @faultierdisko crew and the founder of the perfectly curated @deep-smooth-podcast series.

His music always brings us to a new dimension.. 

Hope to meet you there

Follow the Artist:

@ener-music
@deep-smooth-podcast
@faultierdisko

The Bright Side #29 | éner |

Colombian born and Brooklyn based Electronic Music artist Ha:arp, will gladly take you for a ride through a sonic journey of soothing melodies, silky sounds and bouncing grooves. Follow along as we explore uncharted territories of your psyche, you might end up finding what you didn’t even know you were missing.

Listen carefully to hear @haarplife's unreleased remix, which will be out soon out on @amayamusic's new label Amaya Records.

Follow the Artist:  @haarplife

The Bright Side #30 | Ha:arp |

Excited to welcome @arnaudmullermusic to the Bright Side.. 

Originally from Paris, Arnaud Muller began exploring various genres and performing throughout Europe over 20 years ago. Over time, his sound has organically developed,  but his roots continue to provide the deep base for his uplifting vibes. 

Carrying  synthesized melodies that take his audiences on a journey, Arnaud is a master downtempo storyteller, incorporating deep house beats, inspiring whimsy and a tempo that  resonates, all while building a narrative without leaving one feeling confined within  musical boundaries. 

With soulful notes and melodic elements at the core of his sets, he  creates an inspiring atmosphere that is rich, dreamy and dark, invoking a sense of  movement through limitations among his audiences.

Hope this way takes you on a ride you've never been before,

Follow the Artist: @arnaudmullermusic

The Bright Side #31 | Arnaud Muller |

◆ Coordese - Crassula Ovata EP
◆ MGC006
◆ Release coming on August 15, 2022
◆ Preorder on August 2, 2022
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◆ Coordese ◆
https://soundcloud.com/coordese

◈◈◈  * Mastering: Nathan Hall • www.nathanhallmusic.com *
Artwork: Luka Kireulishvili • www.instagram.com/kirruna/

◈◈◈ Downtempo Rituals
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Crassula Ovata

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Premiere: Coordese - Streets Of 341 [Downtempo Rituals]

A wise man once said, “confusion is next to happiness.” Medina’s music takes this dictum to heart: a blend of melody and depth that’s as dedicated to toying with perception as it is to making bodies move. The dark melodies and syncopated bass-lines that comprise his sets find their origins in his New York upbringing and career in technology.

Hope this one touches you in ways imaginable and not

Follow the Artist:
@mmmmmedina

The Bright Side #32 | Medina |

Since making her Miami debut in 2020 Diossa has slowly but steadily been turning heads in the music scene. Some of her career highlights include playing at Elements Music Festival, ATV Records, Treehouse Miami, Celine Orlando, etc. Furthermore, opening for artists like Brian Cid, Serge Devant, Art Department, Simon Vuarambon, and Fiin, just to name a few.

Colombian rooted and Miami based, Diossa was exposed to the industry at a young age. With her father being a renowned music producer and her mother a theater artist and club owner, she has grown up playing various instruments and an innate ability to connect and communicate through music. Her DJ sets are emblematic of her flavorful collection and knowledge of music.

Diossa always looks at things from the perspective of the dance floor. Her sets are genre-bending, a delicate and thoughtful selection of afro house, melodic techno, and indie rhythms. Artists that inspire her are: Ivory (IT), Andre Lodemann, Tibi Dabo, Jimi Jules, and Cioz.
Today, Diossa is busy in the studio working on developing her production, and she is only getting started.

Diossa | The Bright Side #33 |

Chambord’s exhilarating energy and charged live shows quickly earned them a reputation as one of the most exciting acts to emerge from Parisian dance floors. Their musical universe is eclectic, melodic, emotive and edgy; and has led to the distinctive duo creating a global fanbase as they performed at some of the most celebrated and renowned events such as Mayan Warrior, Ondalinda, Gardens of Babylon, ADE, Woomoon, and Sonar Festival, to name a few. Chambord will highlight your day with this uplifting set and we are beyond thrilled to host them on the Brightside Podcast!
Follow The Artist: @wearechambord

The Bright Side #34 | Chambord |

Brightening our days with Mayanik's flow! French New Yorker Yannick has become one of our regulars at our Hot Sits sessions in the latest seasons, now sharing his music with us on-the-go through our favorite podcast for unlimited plays! Enjoy:)

The Bright Side #35 | MAYANIK |

This is my special mix for Hot Situation's "The Bright Side". I started by diving deep in my library and finding cuts from before 2010, and then added a bunch of unreleased music from myself, Unders & Noraj Cue, and the Around Midnight label. It is a tapestry of my full sound and of tracks I've been loving at the moment. A journey through a melodic landscape framed by a special ambient cut I heard at NYC's beloved "Planetarium" music listening Brooklyn loft events. I hope you enjoy it!

The Bright Side # 36 | illich Mujica |

Sasha Barbot throwing down his most heartfelt beats with a surprise live singing during sunset time at the mansion on a beautiful September day.

HOT SITUATIONS - Sasha Barbot 09-21-19

There is always a sign of hope or a positive aspect in an otherwise negative situation. In the past few months, when we were all apart, music brought us together like nothing else would in these circumstances. We decided to show our appreciation and continue this unity through our new podcast series called "The Bright Side". 

We discovered the very talented artist Ollie Mundy at the beginning of quarantine in our deep journey on Soundcloud and his sets have been on repeat ever since. His sets released on Lost in Sound every Friday became something we looked forward to every week. We are very excited to have him as our first DJ to start this new podcast series.

🌻 Follow us on - SC: https://soundcloud.com/hotsituations 

You can dig deeper into Ollie's sets here > @olliem
Artwork by instagram.com/potusartwork

The Bright Side #01 | Ollie Mundy |

There is always a sign of hope or a positive aspect in an otherwise negative situation. In the past few months, when we were all apart, music brought us together like nothing else would in these circumstances. We decided to show our appreciation and continue this unity through our new podcast series called "The Bright Side".

Seeing Natalie perform in different cities across the globe and experiencing her immersive performances, this podcast holds a very special place in our hearts, reminding us of the power of love and togetherness. A special thank you to Natalie Jane for making us tap into a reality beyond our consciousness.

@nataliejanewalker for more journeys to follow..
Artwork by instagram.com/potusartwork

🌻 Follow us on - SC: https://soundcloud.com/hotsituations

The Bright Side #02 | Natalie Jane |

There is always a sign of hope or a positive aspect in an otherwise negative situation. In the past few months, when we were all apart, music brought us together like nothing else would in these circumstances. We decided to show our appreciation and continue this unity through our new podcast series called "The Bright Side".

With an excellent ear for details, floating melodies interweaved with melancholic and uplifting sounds, @muisca_music never seizes to amaze us with what he delivers both in his live sets and podcasts. An amazing soul who made us experience what we would call our most memorable nights in New York and around the world, we feel very lucky to share with you his set for the Bright Side. 

Let this set take you on a ride through a place only where our wildest dreams exist.

For more magic follow @muisca_music <3

🌻 Follow us on - SC: https://soundcloud.com/hotsituations 

Special thank you to https://www.instagram.com/potusartwork/?hl=en for the artwork:)

The Bright Side #03 | MUISCA |

There is always a sign of hope or a positive aspect in an otherwise negative situation. In the past few months, when we were all apart, music brought us together like nothing else would in these circumstances. We decided to show our appreciation and continue this unity through our new podcast series called "The Bright Side".

With an authentic passion for music, our dear friend @yuseffff draws his inspiration from his Tunisian roots and has created a timeless journey for us conveying his exceptional personal style and great taste in music. After listening to this set, you will understand how the creative mind behind the artwork for the Bright Side, Yṳsĕf, transmits his creativity into carefully curated sounds that drift between deep and melodic beats.

Let go on this dreamy adventure together and experience the magic that Yusef has created for us.

Soundcloud:  
@yuseffff

🌻 Follow us on - SC: https://soundcloud.com/hotsituations 

artwork>>> instagram.com/potusartwork

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The Bright Side #04 | Yṳsĕf |

There is always a sign of hope or a positive aspect in an otherwise negative situation. In the past few months, when we were all apart, music brought us together like nothing else would in these circumstances. We decided to show our appreciation and continue this unity through our new podcast series called "The Bright Side"

With every one of his sets, @joep-mencke transports sweeps us away to an experience in the past, allowing our minds to revisit a deep memory that we may not have thought about in quite some time. 

A resident of @klassifiedrecods, and having released on great labels such as @happycamperrecords, Joep is inspired by exotic cultures and nature and his music can be described as melodious, deep and spiritual. 

We are very excited to share with you this set that will carry life forward and sustain us through the sometimes gloomy days of our own evolution. 

Hope this set touches your heart in ways imaginable and not.

🌻 Follow us for more on The Bright Side:  @hotsituations
<3 Explore the Artist>>  @joep-mencke

The Bright Side #05 | Joep Mencke |

There is always a sign of hope or a positive aspect in an otherwise negative situation. In the past few months, when we were all apart, music brought us together like nothing else would in these circumstances. We decided to show our appreciation and continue this unity through our new podcast series called "The Bright Side".

@im-sander has been active in the Paris scene for years, with his crew @hordeparis and then through his own events named “Ayahuasca”. He successfully spread his highly emotional DJ sets all across the city, allowing the public to discover a new side of electronic music and a different vision for their surroundings. 

On this very special edition of the Bright Side, Sander creates a story that stirs powerful emotions and memories - an experience almost everybody can relate to, where you are transported back to a particular moment in time just like stepping into a time machine. You can feel everything very strongly, as if you were actually there.

A set that strikes all the right chords, allowing the rise of dopamine to take your body on a physiological joyride – triggering a sensation that gives you the so-called “chills”. An unpredictable story that teases your brain and memory. 

Let’s meet in a place where we no longer are and listen to what we feel. 

Follow the artist: @im-sander
Follow us on SC: @hotsituations

The Bright Side #06 | Sander |

https://www.instagram.com/hotsituations/

“After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music.” ― 

Hot Situations is an event organization and community based in New York City. Collaborating with talents from all around the world, our aim is to create feelings of togetherness, unity and euphoria in one place and form through our uniquely curated events. 

Follow our IG page & join our mailing list to learn about our upcoming events. 

We can't wait to be on the dancefloor with our family soon.. 

Until then, please enjoy our new podcast series "the Bright Side" featuring some of our favorite artists across the globe.

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