As a DJ I sometimes try too hard. I envision moments in my head for what I want when I perform. At times, I manifest those moments. Most of the time though, I don’t. When expectations and reality do not align, disappointment follows. Aligning both what I envision and what is real is as simple as guiding the jog wheel on the CDJ to match two songs back into count, but it’s not easy. 

Evaluating the present, feeling out the room, pulling yourself into the moment, be here now without trying to plan out what’s next. Do that, and the crowd will love you for it. 

This mix is inspired by a few times this year where I aligned the present and expectations by allowing myself to be in the moment. The magic I then created did not manifest itself in the way I originally envisioned, but it was magic all the same. I hope it brings you the same amount of joy I found pulling myself into the present.

The Gift

This set is very different genre-wise from what I’ve made before, I realize it won’t be for everyone, but in terms of storytelling and curation, this is a classic JRynecki mix. 

Before I became a self-proclaimed house music head, I fell in love with liquid drum & bass. In my unconscious impossible pursuit of becoming a music snob in my mid- late 20’s, I disregarded anything I didn’t listen to at the time as music of my past, like something I had outgrown and could disregard. 

  Good music is timeless, and over the last few years, I found my way back to the genre that I loved so much in my early raver days and realized I still love it today. Coincidently, I also started to notice some of my favorite producers diving into the liquid genre with a few limited LP’s. Anthony Mea, Janeret, among others. 

  Heavy basslines of classic drum & bass are still present, yet the sub-genre of liquid can be much more melodic- filled with powerful sassy vocals and a wide range of organic instruments.   

 I love listening to this genre during idea creation, coupled with a cup of coffee, on a drive, or during a workout. I find it extremely therapeutic, I hope this mix does the same for you, enjoy!

Liquid Coffee & Ideas

I’ve come to realize how much I love and appreciate the transition between tracks more than individual songs alone. Transitioning in life can be hard at times, living in that transition and blending harmoniously into what’s next is something I always strive for (though don’t always succeed at). Music is a teacher for me that never stops giving me hope and confidence - there’s always a way to create something even while things change and life is on the move.   

I really challenge myself with these mixes, working with different elements of music theory to find the perfect combination between songs and moods. Weaving in more major chords vs strictly all songs in minor chords to create tension and release, layering in vocals to supplement songs that are already well produced on their own.

Excited to share this with everyone. I started this months ago in Santa Cruz while traveling for work, delayed and plagued by a bit of creator’s block and self-doubt that I could ever finish it. It’s come together better than I anticipated, my newest mix and my personal favorite I’ve made yet.  

Enjoy :)

Santa Cruz To Chicago

This mix has been in my creative pipeline for almost 2 years now. With patience, the many pieces of it finally came together for me recently.

Fall is my favorite season and I usually associate this time with nostalgia and change. For me, it’s a time of reflection and introspection.

Many songs on the tracklist make use of guitar, piano, or other organic instruments to help with the emotive and pensive nature of the mix. Through vocals, you’ll hear a few familiar throwbacks, two of which are original unreleased edits I created myself. Others are timeless gems, woven in with samples from a number of genres and artists. Radiohead, Calvin Harris, Usher, Kylie Minogue among many more, all tastefully mixed into to deep progressive house mix to reflect on the season and year so far.

Enjoy! 🙏

Falling Into 2023

I’ve had the pleasure and opportunity of living in Playa Venao, Panama over the last month. My family is from a small town called Guarare en route to this particular beach, I’ve been visiting this place for as long as I can remember.

From an empty beach with one bohío restaurant and a handful of surfers, this place has blossomed into an international surf destination and dance music hub, while still keeping a small beach town feel. 

This mix is not the sound of Playa Venao, think of this more as an interpretation of my memories of this beautiful place, expressed through song. Enjoy :) 

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He tenido el placer y la oportunidad de vivir en Playa Venao, Panamá el último mes. Mi familia es de un pueblo llamado Guarare, en camino a esta playa, he estado visitando este lugar desde que tengo memoria.

De una playa vacía con un bohío y unos pocos surfistas, este lugar se ha convertido en un destino internacional de surf y un centro de música, sin dejar de mantener la sensación de un pequeño pueblo de playa.

Este mix no es el sonido de Playa Venao, piensa en esto más como una interpretación de mis recuerdos de este hermoso lugar, expresado a través de canción. Disfurta :)

Playa Venao Sunrise ✨ 🏄‍♂️

There is a particular moment in my future that I keep envisioning for myself - the first time I perform as an event headliner; proper sound system, packed crowd, 2 hours or more to play. This moment is by no means a career peak, but an important milestone among many. 

I have a story that I want to tell, a quilted narrative of my many life experiences - expressed through song. I’ve been inspired by many top tier performances by some of the greats in dance music - Laurent Garnier, Kolsch, Dixon, Mira, DJ Koze, Eric Prdyz, Above & Beyond, among many many more. 


These headliners helped spark something in me that I want to continue to pass on as a performer - hope, inspiration, motivation from an internal source, pure momentary bliss that allowed me to solve my own problems. Putting on a show to conjure up magic that envelops the dance floor and brings out the best in humanity. 

This mix is my first attempt at the vibe and essence I want to capture during a JRynecki headliner set. The last hour or so (from 60 minutes into until 2 hours and 4 minutes), is some of the best music I’ve ever composed as a DJ. Peak JRynecki magic of combining and transitioning between major and minor keys, cinematic big sounds, higher tempo, layering and combining loops and harmonies utilizing 3-4 CDJs, original edits and acapella mashups, and lots of breakbeat. 

As an event attendee, this kind of set would feel like a movie, one where you’d be glued to the dancefloor throughout the ebbs and flows of the intended journey.     

I typically produce my Soundcloud sets in Ableton, allowing me to save progress, make flawless transitions, and work at my own pace. While there are many benefits to this process, this also causes me to overanalyze and work forever without a deadline. This set, however, is intentionally live, done in one take with 3 CDJs and a lot of love.

It’s intended for a live audience on a big sound system, this kind of set will translate well at the gym, on a long drive, traveling, or simply dancing.  Enjoy!

Tracklist - 

Jamie xx - Stranger In a Room (feat Oliver Sim)
Dusky - Northbound
Butch - Raindrops (feat Kemelion)
Boy North - The Art Of Walking On Your Own (KC Lights Extended Remix) 
Robag Wruhme - Fire
Overmono - Good Lies 
Franky Wah, Sasha - Haunted 
Lawrence Hart, OTUS - Drift
Janeret - Zenith 
Chris Stussy - All Night Long 
Rex The Dog - Change This Pain For Ecstasy
Dreamcast, ZDBT - Take a Chance on Love (Project Pablo remix) 
Dusky - Stick By This (Maruwa Remix) 
Genius of Time - Taurindo Shuffle 
Gala - Freed from Desire 
DP-6 - Broad Sense x Roland Clark - The Time is Now (Accapella) 
Alan Fitzpatrick, Jamie Jones - Sundancing  x Scuba - NE1BUTU
Jesse Bru - Yellow Sunshine Machine 
Icarus - Only x DJ Seinfeld - Walking With Ur Smile 
Jamie Leather - 03 Escaping - OMK003
Spooky - Belong (Sasha Involver Remix (Prankster Edit))
Kareem Ali - Have No Fear (Go Get It) 
Maetrik - Walk Alone (Maceo Plex Revenge mix) x Ciara - On the Floor (Accapella) 
Josh Butler - Right Time 
Discosteps - Ooh Baby 
Marc Brauner - Weekender 
Atrip - What If 
MJ Cole - Phoenix 
George Fitzgerald - The Last Transmission (feat. London Grammar)

The Headliner Set

Recorded set from my first ever Liquid drum and bass performance with UAGC and Big Brain this past Saturday (December 2nd, 2023 / Chicago, IL) 

I’m a House music DJ with a love affair for this particular genre of drum and bass, a love affair that goes back to 2013. The genre has such a wide range, it can be jazzy, sexy, and melodic. The pretty higher elements of songs contrast beautifully with gnarly basslines creating such a fun atmosphere and vibe.   

It’s also a genre that lends itself well to the dramatic, and the ability to layer songs at half time is a huge creativity bonus. Using 3-4 CDJs, you can really go bananas and blend in and make new songs out of thin air. I was able to layer in multiple favorite songs and artists on top of stripped down DnB percussion without it coming across as cheesy or obnoxious - Above & Beyond, George Fitzgerald, Kerala Dust, Keinemusik, Eric Prydz, Thievery Corporation to name a few song cameos. This was a pleasure to perform, enjoy 🙌

Romantic OD (Original Mix) -  @Omfeel, @Nuagesounds , @Bop
Let It Breathe (Original Mix) - @Villem, @villem-mcleod , LeoWood
Astral Plane (Original Mix) - @calibresignature , STFiles
Sketch for My Sweetheart (Original Mix) - @lukelsb
Love Is Not Enough feat. Zoë Johnston (Hybrid Minds Remix) - Zoe Johnston, @AboveandBeyond
Tearing Me Apart feat. Kyan ( @Bop × @Subwave Remix) - Kyan, @Hugh Hardie
Whatever You Feel (Original Mix) - Seba, @mc_msamba (Marina Samba)
I Refuse (Original Mix) - @Netsky
Tell Me (Original Mix) - @TokyoProse
Shattered (feat. @NuTone ) - @Etherwood 
Innate Motion (Original Mix) - @TokyoProse
See The Sky feat. Thomas Oliver (Original Mix) - @Etherwood, @ThomasOliver
Liquid (Original Mix) - @Janeret 
Open Arms (Original) - @Synkro
Garden (Calibre Remix) - @t-e-e-d (TotallyEnormousExtinctDinosaurs)
Pirate Bay (Original Mix) - @Netsky 
Pjanoo (High Contrast Remix) - @eric-prydz
Sos (feat. Durosai) (Original Mix) - Durosai, Martige
A Place Beyond Belief (Monroe Remix) - Monroe, @SLPSTRM
Bruma (Original Mix) - @pablo-bolivar
New Beginnings feat. Ben Shemel (Original Mix) - BenShemel, Airshots
Love Jones (Original Mix) - @andmeandyou , @Rampa, @adam-port , @Keinemusik, @chiara-noriko
Coltrane's Truth (Original Mix) - @MonumentBanks
Away With Me - @Etherwood
Call Me (feat. Maverick Sabre) (Original Mix) - @MaverickSabre, @ShyFX
Quay Side (Original Mix) - @Villem, @villem-mcleod
The Chain (Original Mix) - @KeralaDust
Down at the Bayou (Original Mix) - @AtlanticConnection
Small Image (Original Mix) - @ShingoNakamura
Roll Back (Original Mix) - @lilsilva , @george-fitzgerald
Looking For Diversion (VIP) - @Technimatic
Ultraviolet feat. Zeal (Original Mix) - @Zeal, @OLAN
Neon Blue feat. Leniz (Original Mix) - @Leniz, @EchoMotion
Little Bit Lighter ( @Pola&Bryson Remix) -  @Etherwood, @CharlotteHaining, Bee
Sweet Tides - @ThieveryCorporation

Live at Liquid Jungle - Recorded DnB Set (12.02.2023)

I love things that are low effort and high reward - especially something that comes easy while flexing a muscle as a DJ and artist. 

Composing studio mixes comes super naturally to me, I have so much fun making them, and the reaction on SoundCloud to this particular genre for me is always overwhelmingly positive.

This is something I’ve been holding out on, making deep house studio mixtapes, since the fall of 2022 (all my mixes from 2023 were on CDJs). I paused making these out of concern for spreading myself too thin while diving into music production last year.   

The last few weeks I’ve been digging into my process as a producer and working on my signature sound - by doing so I’ve been able to hone on the vibe and sound that is my niche as an artist to exploit. 

Introducing - “Sunday Morning Groove” a cozy, vibey mix series to showcase some of my favorite music while giving me a platform to show off new incoming unreleased music- imagine a rainy Sunday morning at home, smooth jazzy, sexy, warm tones playing off your record player, while raindrops patter over a big beautiful window. perfect for daydreaming, cleaning, relaxing while taking that first sip of coffee or tea.

I’ve wanted to make a personal mix series for a few years now and I’m very happy I waited for the name to come to me naturally, enjoy!

Tracklist -  
10B - 120.0 - Pollock Street Blues (Original Mix) - Jad & The
10A - 124.0 - On The Move (Original Mix) - NRMNT, STRNGE, M1NT
11A - 121.5 - Thank You, St Germain (Original Mix) -Soul Wun
11B - 121.0 - Juniper (Original Mix) - Holo
11A - 122.0 - Heart Strings (Miguel Ante Remix)- Pablo Asturizaga
12A - 120.0 - La Isla Bonita - Mitch Oliver & Carl Sylvestre Remix 
12A - 120.0 - Suspend (Kris Davis Remix) - Rob Shields
12A - 116.0 - Morning Daze (Meeting Molly Remix)- Allay, Narrow Skies 
1A - 118.0 - To Be Continued... (Original Mix)- Deepofomin
1A - 118.0 - No Matter the Outcome (Original Mix) - Elliot Moriarty
2A - 122.0 - Pace E Amore (Original Mix) - CIOZ
3A - 120.0 - Sine Wave Party (Original Mix) - Qrion
3B - 120.0 - Notte senza fine (Kiasmos Remix) - Tale Of Us
3A - 118.0 - Find Home feat. Matty Eeles (Vincenzo Remix) Sumsuch
3A - 114.7 - On The Nature Of Daylight (Bonus Track) - Max Richter Orchestra & Lorenz Dangel

Sunday Morning Groove 001

Presenting: Sunday Morning Groove 004 - The Progressive Mix

My sound has evolved over time, but one constant through my journey as a performer has been storytelling. The ability to tell stories through music is something I owe to my roots in progressive house.

I originally created this mix for @VestedChi, and it aired on Di.fm/progressive on SiriusXM back in January. It’s a mix that feels deeply personal and true to my progressive roots.

This mix was crafted from the beaches of Playa Venao, Panama, where I’ve spent many winters soaking up inspiration from nature and community.

I’m sharing this mix to honor the shift in seasons—not just the weather, but the seasons of my life as an artist. This is my first December in three years spent away from Panama, and while winter in Chicago feels cold and unfamiliar, it’s also a reminder of how much I’ve grown, adapted, and embraced change.

Enjoy :)

Sunday Morning Groove 004 - The Progressive Mix

Presenting the newest mix in my series, Sunday Morning Groove 002 - The After Party 

You and your friends come home flying high after a perfect night out. Comfy seats, good company, big speakers, and a soundproofed room where the afterparty can go off past sunrise on a lovely Sunday morning  

I'm excited to share this one. I’ve included some favorite songs of mine along with some original production 😏 If you’re into lush pads, deep growling basslines, organic instruments, sexy vocals, this mix is for you, enjoy!

Tracklist - 

Pulling Every String (feat. Satellite Mode) (Birds of Mind Remix) - Andy Caldwell
Confusion (Original Mix) - &ME, Rampa, Adam Port, Keinemusik, Ali Love
615Am (Original Mix) - Elliot Moriarty
You (Original Mix) - Holo
Quixotic (Original Mix) - Budakid, Westseven
Hi (Original Mix) - Kasper Koman
ID - JRynecki 
Yeke (Original Vocal Mix) - Sascha Dive
Swept - Kiasmos
Last feat. Joel Ford - Cyril Hahn
Say What (Original Caldera Sunset Mix) - T.Markakis
Next To Me (Club Mix) - Marco Tegui, Max Alzamora & Cari Golden
Morning LFO (DP-6 Rising Dub) - Deepofomin
Ju (Original Mix) - Traumer, Anton, antraum
Saturday Rain (Original Mix) - Deepofomin
Afterlove (TÂCHES Extended Retouch) - HOVR
Love Recycled 1 (Original Mix) - Solomun
Your Love Will Set You Free (c2's Set U Free Remix) - Caribou

Sunday Morning Groove 002 - The After Party

Bringing a modern twist to the classic 2000s hit by Craig David. Synths, breaks, a big growling bassline, and a few other additions to the iconic vocals paired with the unforgettable call-and-response guitar melody.    

This remix is perfect for driving, dancing in your living room, a walk, and special moments on the dance floor for a very deserving crowd 😏

This was a joy to make, I hope you enjoy it just as much as I have ✨

Artist: Craig David 
Track: Fill Me In 
Remix: JRynecki
Download here: https://hypeddit.com/jrynecki/freedownloadcraigdavidfillmeinjryneckiremix

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Craig David - Fill Me In (JRynecki Remix) | Free Download

Welcome to "Sunday Morning Groove 003." This series was born from my love and appreciation for deep house and its many fluid forms. It allows me to explore, play, and refine my sound while crafting the perfect cozy vibe for your laid-back Sunday morning. Whether it's the sound of rain on your window or the first sip of your coffee, these smooth, jazzy, sexy tunes will set the mood. 

This mix is sultirer and more driving than previous mixes. I debut an unreleased song that is very close to my heart—'A Time to Shine,' which encapsulates my journey as an artist. It reflects my growth and time stepping into the mantle of the man I’ve always been destined to be.   

Enjoy the groove, and if you want to see the mix in action, check out the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtL4_SDy4Po&t=2333s 

Tracklist -
Lost in You - @duskymusic
 Air - @janeret  
Go (Rework) - Tomos
A Time to Shine (Unreleased) - @johnrynecki
Strawberry Love - @ColorJaxx
If You Leave Tonight (Kollectiv Turmstrasse Remix) - Cosmic Cowboys  Resolve - @DP-6 
Tear Drop - @Baltra  
Stream - Genius of Time  
My Love My Kisses - @Chevals 
Hachi - @Traumer, Anton, antraum  
Vacant - @SUBMINIMAL  
Generate ( @Kolsch Remix)- @Eric-Prydz  (layered with) Tunnel Phase - @Janeret  Experience Health - @Laurence Guy  
Back To The Old Days - @Wayward

Sunday Morning Groove 003

Set recording from a wild night at Spybar Chicago earlier this September. The weekend of this performance was special in many ways and marked a new chapter in my life. This set represents that story and my growth as an artist and individual. Enjoy! 

Setlist -

You Know - doradice, Amaral Borges
sol_15 - Unknown Artist
Perpetual - DP-6  What You Feel - Lola Palmer
Closer - Genius of Time  Street Beat - T.Markakis
AEIOU - Holo 
Need You Right Now - Mallin, Toomas 
No More - Unknown Vibezz
Dripping Diamonds  - Guy Gerber
Endless - Genius of Time 
Riders on the Storm (Acapella)- The Doors 
No More Room for Us - Depart
Ki Lo (Pandar Extended Remix) - Mazoulew
Mi Casa feat. Nandi (12" Version) - 2fox
Rudy's Disc 31 (Black Loops Remix) - JVXTA
My Heart - Cesco 
Hachi - Traumer 
Vacant - SUBMINIMAL
Want Me Back - Jimpster Remix 
Do You Feel the Same? - Hercules & Love Affair
My Number (TEED Remix) - Foals 
HiRollin (Dubspeeka Remix) - Ejeca 
Way I Are (Bootleg) - Sinca

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Set Recording - Direct Support for Salome le Chat, Spybar Chicago, Sept. 7th, 2024

A soulful drum & bass take on Craig David’s timeless classic, Rendezvous. His signature vocals meet a rolling Reese bassline and warm piano chords, bringing a fresh yet nostalgic feel to the unforgettable hit.

Excited to introduce Azuero—my new artist project for liquid Drum & Bass. Enjoy! 🙂

#craigdavid  #deephousemusic  #drumandbass  #electronicmusicproduction  #Remix #HouseMusic #DanceMusic #Rendezvous #liquidity #liquiddrumandbass

Craig David - Rendevous (Azuero, JRynecki Remix) | Free Download

My take on Childish Gambino’s “Feels Like Summer.”

I wanted to honor the original while giving it a different lens. Layered breaks, rolling basslines, and a touch of minimalism give the vocals a new space to breathe.

It’s darker than the original, but still carries the warmth and hope that made the song timeless. For me, this remix is a small act of optimism and hope in dark times. 

Artist: Childish Gambino
Track: Feels Like Summer
Remix: JRynecki

Childish Gambino - Feels Like Summer (JRynecki Remix) | Free Download

One of my favorite sets I’ve ever performed, my opening set for @ddublon on 10.16.25 at Garcia's Chicago. 

Back in 2017, I decided that I wanted to be a Deep House DJ and producer. Over time, that identity has evolved. Deep House is more a form of storytelling and performance style than it is a genre. 

This set felt like a payoff for years of intentional curation, growth, and refining my sound as an artist. Excited to share it with the world, enjoy!

Setlist:

Qrion - It's All Over (Original Mix)
Lorenzo Dada - Eternal City (Original Mix)
Nina Simone - My Man's Gone Now (Bona Fide Remix)
Wuachuma - Keep on Ridin' (Original Mix)
TACHES – Unrequited Love Affair (Original Mix)
The White Stripes - Seven Nation Army (Lemurian Edit) 
Eduardo McGregor – Searching the Sun (Original Mix)
Soul Wun – I Wish I Knew (Original Mix)
Black Light Smoke – Lovework (DJ T. Remix)
Daryl Hall & John Oates – I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)
Jesse Bru – Bassment Dweller (Original Mix)
Maxzim, Lana Domire – Red Rework (Original Mix)
Tensnake – Desire (Original Mix)
Death on the Balcony – Interpretations (Original Mix)
Jad & The – Matano Trumpet Jam (Original Mix)
Anthony Mea – Move (Original Mix)
Tomos – Go (Rework)
JRynecki – A Time To Shine (Original Mix)
Ricky Razu – Moonlight Jam
Crazy P – Love Is With You (Hot Toddy Remix)
Jimpster, Jonatan Backlie – Brought to Bare (Kareem Ali Remix)
RVNZ – Seazeland
Holo – Oceanside Girl (Original Mix)
Marc Brauner – Rendezvous (Original Mix)
JRynecki – Sirena (Original Mix)
Holo – You (Original Mix)
Lola Palmer – What You Feel (Deep Active Sound Night Remix)
Ole Biege & Martin Waslewski – Reilstreet (Original Mix)

Sunday Morning Groove 005 - Dublon direct support 10.16.25

Earlier in March, I had the opportunity to play an open decks night at a venue in Williamsburg. It was my first time performing in New York and it was right at the onset of panic caused by the current predicament we’re in. There still was a debate on whether it was safe or responsible to be out and about. 

I gave this mix my all despite the cloud hanging over the city. As a DJ, I believe that it’s my fiduciary obligation to challenge you as an attendee to expand your comfort zone and give you something you never knew you wanted. That along with keeping you present and in flow to enjoy yourself where you are. I attempted to do just that. 

I could tell you deep interconnected stories of where and when I discovered every song in the tracklist. All the songs I choose to play are from different important episodes in my life reflected by people who have had a profound impact on me. Just like the songs, my friends I managed to wrangle out to this night were a rag tag group of amazing people from different times. This mix is my no means perfect, but it's truly John Rynecki. Enjoy!

Lean Into It

Opportunities to perform this year have been few and far between for the obvious unprecedented happenings that make up 2020. While I miss DJing and nightlife more than I care to admit, this year has challenged me to scratch my creative itch in unique ways. Here is my first studio mix that I’ve created in Ableton, comprised of some of my favorite songs I’ve discovered over the past few years. Weaving this story together in Ableton was a completely different monster than DJing, yet the process has been a welcome and rewarding endeavor that I look forward to mastering.  

Enjoy!

The New Perspective

John Rynecki is a deep house DJ and music producer from Chicago and Panama on a mission to make the world a better place. Through the sets he plays and the events he curates, he creates spaces for connection and presence. In a world full of distractions, giving someone the space to dance, connect, and outsmart their smartphone is one of the best gifts of all.

As co-founder of Chicago Electronic Music Conference (CEMC), John is committed to uplifting artists and industry professionals by bridging the culture of dance music with the realities of today’s music industry. Rooted in Chicago’s house legacy and guided by a belief that dance music can build better futures, John continues to push for spaces that reflect the values of this rich culture.

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