Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Imagine a sunny day on a boat, floating through Berlin waters. What music would you like to listen to or share with everyone on board?

With this question in mind, we reached out to our friends and everyone came back to us with another musical interpretation. The result are the tinyboat sessions - a collection of mixtapes as diverse as our community. Anything that brings joy or lets our thoughts wander is welcome.

Today, we are thrilled to introduce @alle_anders and his three-hour journey of fresh and vibrant sounds, recorded after a day spent at La Barca during its construction phase. We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥

Get ready to embark on a mesmerizing ride. 
Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#001: Alle Anders - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Today we are happy to introduce you to @lisathaens and her juicy downtempo journey. 
„Before I pressed the record button, I closed my eyes and imagined floating towards sunset with all my loved ones dancing barefoot on carpets around me. I chose spontaneously track by track, honoring the musical creations of the people I appreciate. And during the recording of the whole set I felt I light fresh breeze through my open windows, as if we were actually on La Barca at this specific moment. It felt very special.“

We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥️

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#002: Lisa Thaens - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Today we are so happy to introduce you to our dear friend @ivonneleon and her vibrant mixtape session!

"Durante la grabación de este set, imaginé a mis hermosas amigas en el momento en que estábamos subiendo a la barca, dejando las preocupaciones en la tierra y sintiéndome preparada para sumergirme en la música y el baile. Pensé en el momento en que podamos bailar bajo el cielo soleado y sintiendo el suave balanceo del agua bajo nuestros pies y el ritmo pulsante de la música que nos une, nos libera y nos llena de alegría. Me siento muy feliz que cada vez está más cerca ese momento!"

We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥️

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#003: Ivonne Leon - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

We are thrilled to present to you our dear friend, @apsolismusic, and her captivating downtempo tunes.

Ana Paula made her way to Berlin from vibrant Mexico City last December. Since her arrival, she has been on a journey of self-discovery, infusing her new environment with her distinct style and exciting findings. This mixtape beautifully narrates her personal tale of embracing a new home, undergoing growth and transformation, and embarking on an exploration of both self and surroundings.

We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥️

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#004: AP Solis - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Ahoy and welcome to our Tiny Boat Sessions, Luigi Russo (@luigi-russo-26). 

Our cherished friend from Napoli has graced us with yet another extraordinary mixtape session. "This mixtape exudes the essence of gathering, as I envisioned the sun casting its warm glow through the expansive glass windows, gently descending towards the horizon. It's a scene where everyone eases into the evening, moving freely to the rhythm, engaging in playful flirtation, and savoring unforgettable moments of joy."

We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥️

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#005: Luigi Russo - Tiny Boat Session by La Barca

Today we are thrilled to introduce you to our dear friend and great dj @amnati.

"In the spirit of echoing with Lisa’s tiny boat session, I collected these tracks while also imagining myself floating with loved ones but this time towards sunrise 🌅. When the sun is slowly rising and all creatures are waking up in peaceful tranquility, only water remains in the constant change while bringing us forward bathing in the warmth of morn. I wish we can all find the strength that lies deeply within the tenderness of the fluid state, be like océane, be like water ;)"

We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥️

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#006: Amnati - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

We are more than honored to welcome our dear hermano FENU (@fenumusic) to the Tiny Boat Session family ♥

Hailing from Chile, he has been captivating the Berlin music scene for several years now already. This set was recorded on a sunny Sunday during a @we-kuyen open-air event, coinciding with the day when we found ourselves afloat on the waters of Berlin, lost in our own contemplations, and later reuniting in the evening to dance together. Thank you for sharing this gem with us!

Get ready to embark on a mesmerizing ride.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alle.anders

#007: Fenu - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Manu Ela (@manuelamusica), the multifaceted artist from Chile, is a true creative force. She's not just a producer of electronic music, affectionately known as our "melody maker." She's also an educator, sharing the profound influence of music with young minds in schools. Moreover, she expresses herself as a visual artist and wields her magical touch to craft beautiful tattoos and ceramics. Beyond her artistic endeavors, she's a loving mother and a cherished friend who's been a part of our Berlin community for several years. 
In her set, she calls out the ideals of freedom and liberation, offering an ode to the strength of unity, especially in these challenging times. "Turn off the TV and turn on your intuition" is her mantra, a reminder that we greatly appreciate, Manu Ela.

We are immensely honored to have you as part of our musical family ♥
Make sure you check out her art: https://www.instagram.com/manuelacreation/

And now, get ready to embark on a mesmerizing ride. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alle.anders

#008: Manu Ela - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Today we are more than honored to welcome KARLÏ (@karlimusik) to our Tinyboat Sessions family. Hailing from New York, she has been mesmerizing the Berlin music scene for more than a year already.

„When recording, I felt a shift from my usual tunes. The world's suffering weighed on me, and I felt I needed an escape. Funky, groove-filled, eclectic music with an uplifting tone became my vision. I infused this mixtape with the various styles of music that inspired me, creating something fun and interesting - a reminder to be with friends, to cultivate good vibes and positive energies, and to find solace in the joy of creativity. My music became a refuge for those seeking hope and connection in challenging times.“

Thank you for sharing your journey with us ♥️

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#009: KARLÏ - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

We are so thrilled to introduce you to our dear friends Pulli & Chomba (@pullichomba). 

Pulli & Chomba met barefoot on the most famous beach of Berlin's Club scene in 2017 and it was immediately clear that their love for electronic music unites them. Fast forward two years, and there we were, witnessing Pulli & Chomba once again, this time beneath the warm glow of the Chilean sun, dancing barefoot. It was a special moment for all of us, love at first sight.

With the fusion of German and Chilean essence, these two lovebirds bring a vibrant presence to every stage and put everyone’s hearts to dance - preferably under a soap bubble rain; this time imagining the warmer and sunnier days ahead of us, floating towards sunset on La Barca.

Make sure to check out their sounds and next shows: @pullichomba

Thank you so much for sharing your groove with us! We are immensely grateful to have you as part of our musical family ♥️

And now - sit back, relax, and enjoy!


Photo: Tobias Tullius

#010: Pulli & Chomba - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Ahoy a los Tiny Boat Sessions, dear Harry (@harry-4).

Harry was not only part of our very first ride on La Barca in September this year but he is also the first one who gifts us with a beautiful vinyl mixtape. We are more than honored to have you on board and couldn't imagine a better musical journey to gracefully end the year together.

"While digging through my record collection for this mix I was imagining La Barca crossing the waters around Berlin in a golden, yet moody autumn scenery, the last sun rays lighting up the leaves while from distance you can see people moving and gathering around the chimney that’s illuminating the inside of the boat. This could be the soundtrack for one of those days. I hope you can relate and enjoy!"

Thank you so much for sharing your groove with us and welcome to the Tiny Boat Sessions family ♥️

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

#013: Harry - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Ahoy and a warm welcome to Kon:radio (@konradio_music) on La Barca's decks. Get ready for a rhythmic adventure as we embark on a special musical journey through the vibrant beats of Latin and Central America – our hips are already in motion.

„Taking a trip on a boat is also a journey. To me, selecting the music for this mixtape is a special tribute to some of my favorite artists from Cumbia and Salsa who have been my companions throughout the years. Their music has the incredible ability to evoke both tears and smiles simultaneously - and that’s simply beautiful.“

We are immensely honored to have you as part of our musical family ♥

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

#011: Kon:radio - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Bonjour à los Tiny Boat Sessions, cher Océane (@oc-ane-0).
Hailing from France, Océane has been an active part of Berlin’s music scene for many years already, spoiling us with her danceable and playful sounds. 

„When I recorded this mixtape, I envisioned us at the threshold of a beautiful journey aboard La Barca. My choice of music is a warm welcome for everyone on board, sparking our collective curiosity about the destinations ahead. My aim was to create a sanctuary, a safe island far from reality, where we can share stories and emotions, fostering a sense of belonging, infinite possibilities, and freedom."

Make sure to check out her next shows: @oc-ane-0 — and if you are in Berlin in January 2024, join her (and us) on 05.01.2024 in Beate Uwe!

Thank you so much for sharing your groove with us and welcome to the Tiny Boat Sessions family ♥️

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

#012 - Océane - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Today we are more than honored to welcome ALAILA (@a-laila) to our Tiny Boat Sessions family. As every ending is a new beginning - today we celebrate not only bidding farewell to 2023 but also welcoming Alaila's birthday on the very first day of the year 2024.

Hailing from the Middle East, Alaila is an avid explorer of rhythmic beats and percussions, drawing inspiration from an unforgettable summer spent in Puebla city. His mixtape serves as a heartfelt ode to Cumbia and the vibrant tapestry of Latin rhythms.

Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us ♥️
And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.carinaadam.de

#014: Alaila - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

We believe that music has the power to unite people across cultures and backgrounds, to transform perspectives, and to foster empathy and understanding. And so does Sara - with her DJ alias Ativ Aras (@ativ-aras) and her project Embodidance, she uses music to create connections and bridges among us and we are very honoured to welcome her onboard. 

"I closed my eyes, picturing myself and my chosen family floating and flowing on La Barca, and pressed play with this quote from Thich Nhat Hanh in mind: "We are all the waves of one sea". Let's feel connection, compassion, empathy, courage, liberation and responsibility as we become the waves of the same sea."

Welcome on board dearest Ativ Aras (@ativ-aras), we are so honored and grateful to have you part of our musical family ♥️

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: www.instagram.com/alexandrakoch_film/

#015: Ativ Aras - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Welcome to the Tiny Boat Sessions, dear @nasnan!

"In this mixtape I tried to imagine myself on our beautiful boat, closing my eyes and letting myself be carried away by the music that has resonated in my life recently. The construction of our boat was one of the most difficult projects I have participated in and I am very happy having achieved it. A huge thank you to all our friends and especially thanks to Lisa Thaens for being my soul love. Thanks also to Laband for his beautiful music, without him this mixtape wouldn't be special."

Thank you so much for sharing your groove with us ♥️

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

#016: Nasnan - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Today we are more than honored and happy to welcome @anna_aloka to the Tiny Boat Sessions family ♥️ We first crossed paths in the summer of 2022 when Anna made a visit to Berlin and graciously offered to share her beautiful music at one of our events. Since then, we've maintained occasional contact and eagerly anticipate the chance to reunite once more in the near future.

"I imagined myself at the La Barca while collecting this mixtape. I asked myself: what kind of music I'd love to hear when watching the sunset and drifting on the river? The answer is what you can listen to right here. This music is filled with sunny melancholy. It reflects my vision of how I feel when my dreams come true. Recorded on a sunny almost spring day in Kyiv, Ukraine."

Tracklist:
Charlz, Latroit, Pretty Garter – Into The Sun (Chill Mix)
Alec Araujo – Maria (Original Mix)
Essen K — Overcome (Original Mix)
German Tedesco, Francisco Basso — Sinergia (Original Mix)
Namito — Kian & the Rainbow (Extended Mix)
Natascha Polke, Felix Raphael, coiro — Everything Is Yours (Original Mix)
Sense Theater — Harp & Hangdrum (Jack Essek Remix)
Taleman — Habitat (Beije Extended Remix)
Stavrakiz — Marone (Original Mix)
Ziad Ghosn — Ephemeral (Original Mix)
Circulation — Patagonia (Original Mix)
&friends, Oluwadamvic, eL_Jay — Ode Ireti (Untouchable Lion Remix)
Giacomo Busonera, Cafe De Anatolia — Cenote (Original Mix)
Oliver Winkler — Noya (Alley SA Remix)

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: Macarena Paz

#017: Anna Aloka - Tiny Boat Sessions By La Barca

Today we are more than thrilled to welcome Taylor (@taylor_gray_music) to the tiny boat session family! Our paths first crossed last year at an event on water, where we instantly bonded over our mutual passion for music and crafting unforgettable experiences. Thank you Taylor for contributing your time and energy and sharing your art with us.

“I had SO much fun recording this mixtape! I was envisioning a peak time summer afternoon on beautiful La Barca with beautiful people - just before the sun sets, when the air is thick with sweaty excitement and the impending night feels full of endless possibility. I hope it makes you feel playful, funky, sexy, groovy, and soulful - and I hope it injects a bit of summertime magic into your day as we wait for the warm weather while basking in these little glorious chilly moments of sun that we have now.

Just in case you can’t hop aboard a boat in a warm place at the moment, I recommend popping in your headphones and going for a walk when the sun is high in the sky and skipping (stomping, dancing? whatever you need to do) around town. I hope to see you dance walking in the Feld - for now, that’s where I will be 🌞”

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy ♥️

#018: Taylor - Tiny Boat Sessions By La Barca

Hello and a heartfelt welcome dear MonoAbe (@monoabe). 

From the very beginning, MonoAbe was in integral part of the whole La Barca process - from lending a hand during construction to joining us on our very first journeys, your presence has been more than valuable to us. We couldn't have asked for a better companion to help bring our vision to life.

„It has been such a fun project to record a mixtape for La Barca. The diverse landscapes I've encountered on our journeys have been nothing short of inspiring. With each view, I found myself imagining the perfect soundtrack accompanying it. Recording everything in my studio allowed me to capture those moments in their purest form, and adding analog delays and reverbs lent a warmth and authenticity that I believe truly enhances the experience“

So, dear MonoAbe, consider yourself officially welcomed into the Tiny Boat Sessions Family. We're thrilled to have you aboard, and we can't wait to see where this musical journey takes us.

#019: MonoAbe - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Hola a bienvenido querido DVNIEL (@dvniel-dt).
It is an absolute honor for us to welcome Dvniel to the Tiny Boat Sessions. Even before we had the pleasure of meeting him a few years ago in Mexico, we were already sincere admirers of his music. His productions, characterized by their slow and groovy rhythms, stand in stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of big city dance floor vibes. Instead, they invite us into a peaceful realm where each beat is cherished, and every note is indulged.

What truly sets Dvniel apart, however, is not just his music but also the essence of his being. He is more than a musician; he is a beacon of warmth and generosity. His soulful presence infuses every interaction with kindness and authenticity, leaving a lasting impression on all who have the privilege of crossing paths with him. We hope that everyone gets the chance to meet Dvniel in person someday. Until then, we invite you to enjoy this incredible journey!

Welcome on board dearest DVNIEL, we are so honored and grateful to have you part of our musical family ♥️

And now, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

Photo by: Carina Adam

#020: DVNIEL - Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

Ahoy folks -
La Barca is not only a physical space on Berlin waters but also a music lover club! Our world revolves around slowing down, hazy boundaries in melodies and rhythms, and fostering a sense of community.  

Welcome on board!

Tiny Boat Sessions by La Barca

LA BARCA