Juanita's Mix 025 with Mike Servito @mikeservito

Q. How would you describe yourself?
A. I've never really been comfortable with Artist or DJ titles or whatever. Perhaps "music obsessed" suits me better. Probably a more fitting description.

Q. How long have you been a part of the NYC music scene?
A. I landed in New York in 2007. I thought that was it. After Detroit, next chapter. In retrospect, I was just on a DJ hiatus. I guess I've been a part of Brooklyn's DJ scene for a little over a decade.

Q. Tell us about this mix.
A. I've been toying with the idea of doing a different kind of mix for a while. Juanita's was the perfect opportunity to showcase a different side. So, thank you. Most people who know me think Acid. House. Techno. Electro. Bangers Only! This mix is not that. I've always been heavily influenced by my 90's upbringing. A musically rich and significant era. The elements of atmosphere, mood, and spirit come into play for this mix. It's a bit nostalgic and sentimental. A one take, vinyl only situation recorded at home just yesterday. A stream of consciousness summer head nod for a rainy day, or a sunny one. Meant to uplift and inspire. It is necessary to keep our optimism and focus up with the music that moves us, and to share that. It is an extension of love and hope in our extreme times. Press play. Turn up. Enjoy.

Tracklist:
Hypnotone - God C.P.U. (Ambient)
The East Flatbush Project - Tried By 12 (Instrumental)
Janet Jackson - That’s The Way Love Goes (CJ R&B 12” Mix)
Lucy Pearl - Dance Tonight (Instrumental)
Massive Attack Vs. Mad Professor - Eternal Feedback (Sly)
Mobb Deep Featuring Crystal Johnson - Survival Of The Fittest (Remix Instrumental)
Nas Featuring Lauryn Hill - If I Ruled The World
The Pharcyde - The Hustle (Instrumental)
Deee-Lite - Say Aaah… (Intro) 
Mary J. Blige Featuring Smif-N-Wesson - I Love You
Method Man - Ill Be There For You/ You’re All I Need To Get By (Razor Sharp Instrumental)
Mary J. Blige - Be Happy (Acapella)
Faith Evans - No Other Love (Instrumental)
Massive Attack - Heat Miser
DJ Shadow - Building Steam With A Grain Of Salt
Rhythm & Sound w/ Jennifer Lara - Queen In My Empire
Aphex Twin - Girl/Boy (NLS Mix)

Juanita's Mix 025: Mike Servito

How do you say delectable, divine?

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Sean Lyles embraces the potential of music as nourishment and relishes in the process of painting a colorful picture with sound. His speciality lies in harnessing deep, pulsating basslines and crisp harmonics to enhance flow and immersion in any given space. 


Shaped by constant travel from his formative years to now, his resonance with various pockets of culture has imprinted on his sound signature through unique melodies and soulful beats. Free from an affinity to a particular time period or genre, Sean tunes into his feelings to search for the records that are rich in emotion and saturated with soul. Sourcing music from the hole in the wall shops in New York and beyond, he seeks inspiration from every corner of his travels. 


Behind the decks, Sean channels his love for the dance floor into vibrant sets, alive with both emotion and sound. Fueled by a desire for communal movement, his repertoire consists of rhythms that are easily accepted by the moving body. He flows from R&B to driving disco, while infusing melodic techno and giving detailed consideration to house music in all its forms and flavors.

Juanita's Mix 025: Mike Servito

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