What is originality in music anymore? It's something I've struggled with as a producer and DJ for much of the past 10 years. As a producer I've pretty much given up on sounding original, but as a DJ I've always tried to find music that sounds original or at least attempts to do so. When it comes to dance floor music I've found it nearly impossible to find music that truly has an original sound to it, but I've been finding all sorts of abstract and eclectic Electronica and random tracks here and there that to me really feel like they're doing something different or going Against The Grain if you will....

When two of the worlds best electronica/downtempo producers and DJs, Bluetech and Dj Maggie respectively asked me to create a set for their streaming show Holotropic Happy Hour I knew this was the perfect opportunity to finally put together a set of these tracks! I hope you enjoy the journey! 

Track List:

1 - Robot Koch -All Forms Are Unstable
2 - Robot Koch - Numb
3 - Robot Koch - Lyra One
4 -Marc Romboy - La lune et l'etoile
5 -Animal Picnic, Aaryon - Tangram 
6 -Robot Koch, Fiora -Let It Go By (Instrumental)
7 -Florian Kruse, Hendrik Burkhard, TheGround - Going Against The Grain (Album Version)
8 -Steve Moore - Protostar
9 -Raxon - The Distance
10 -David August - D'ANGELO
11 -Daniel Hokum - Burn
12 -O/Y - The Wind
13 - Sun Glitters - LLaatteellyy
14 -Melokind - Harry Cutter
15 -Barnaby Carter - Basti
16 -Sk'p - Eye Earth Pt.2 (Life in a box remix)
17 -Afar - Lulled and Fake (Geju Remix)
18 -thds - Couteau
19 -Pete Lazonby - Alma
20 -Luca Bacchetti - Navajo Blues
21 -Erot - Mkh2801
22 - Riotact - Dcm001
23 -Om Unit - The Crossing
24 -Barnaby Carter - Sassuolo Cagliari 
25 -Bluetech - Gethen (ft. Yaima)
26 -Trentemøller - Sleeper
27 -Harald Bjork - Sketch On A Feeling (Bedtime Stories Version)
28 - Minilogue - Even The Wind Seemed in Deep Sleep

Treavor Moontribe - Against The Grain

Thanks to https://soundcloud.com/dj-maggie

"This mix was made during a period of introspection, as I faced significant life changes necessitating tough decisions. Anchored by the belief that intuition is the most reliable compass, I found this notion simmering within my thoughts and emotions as I curated each track in the setlist, which is why it is called "The Heart Knows." Such pivotal moments frequently come tinged with emotional unrest. To help soothe my soul, I incorporated a selection of emotionally restorative melodies that currently resonate with me. My hope is that this mix will envelop you in a sanctuary of soothing rhythms and soulful nourishment, guiding you through your own periods of reflection."

Tracklist :
Kino Doscun - Inner Dub
KiloWatts - The Great Blue Yonder
Dauwd - Theory of Colours
Bop - Fragments
Max Cooper - Lovesong
Nga Tae - Star Waka (Paddy Free Remix)
Erothyme - Our Sacred Hours (feat. Madelion Moondrop)
Sorse - Blackbirds
Bluetech - Seance For the Living
KiloWatts - Nightshade
Snakestyle - Extransience
Polynation - Why You (Oaktree Remix)
Data Rebel - Crossing Over
Synkro - Above the Clouds
Encounters - Reverie (SineRider Remix)
ali dada - Laguna
Rain Dog - Beyond Their Years (DJ Maggie edit)
Pascal Schumacher & Maxine Delpierre- Drops

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After several months of introspection, we are delighted to announce our grand return with a new visual communication and artistic direction! On the agenda, new sound experiences and uncharted musical explorations. The Jedi team is excited to present our brand new visuals and the various sectors that will punctuate your days and nights:

🌜Night Pleasure (ambient, psybient, downtempo, idm...)
A hybrid/multi-genre sector for your cocoon times. Immersive soundscapes await you, ready to transport you to unexplored dimensions.

🍃 Bass Garden (psybass/psydub & bass music)
Vibrate to the rhythm of hypnotic bass, psychedelic sounds, and music that resonates with your soul. The journey into the world of bass music begins here.

☀️ World music
Explore the riches of electronic music from around the world. From ethnic rhythms to enchanting melodies, prepare for a sonic world tour.

🚀 Hybrid
Where the nostalgia of the 90s meets the modernity of downtempo, techno, and break music. A unique musical fusion awaits you, blending retro elements with a contemporary sound experience. A more dancefloor-oriented and colorful sector, celebrating genre hybridization.

📷 Graphic design by Emilie Ghashghaie

Jedi’s Chillout | Dj Maggie • The Heart Knows

This is a trimmed live recording of my sunrise set at Suti Festival in Portugal, September 2023. Such a beautiful community.

Tracklist:
Valentin Stip - Hiathaikm
ADM X EVE - Before the Fall
EMOG - Elixir
Govinda - Falling From Grace
Kaya Project - Taki Ura Matts (Kick Bong Remix)
M-Seven - Spiritual Spy
Deep Dive Corp. - Bassic (Flow Mix)
Encounters - Beyond (Globular’s Full Circle Remix)
Stillhead - Recreational Beats
ali dada - lauf (mfj dub)
Rain Dog - Dream Is Destiny
Stillhead - Vast Expanse
Sympath - Zero Sum
Bluetech - Restless (Erothyme Remix)
Haldolium - Le Ciel Este Triste (Remake 2010)
Desert Dwellers - Om Namo Baghavade
Deep Dive Corp. - Rising Sun (Flipside's Shine RMX)

Live @ Suti 2023 - Sunday sunrise set

Illume

This is a live recording of my opening set to celebrate my good friend Treavor Moontribe's 50th birthday. The evening took place at a Moroccan-themed restaurant in Hollywood, and Treavor played a 4-hour set after mine, so we were able to really dial in the flow. 

I've been collecting some tasty slow house music in the last few years without any real place to play them, and this set gave me a chance to flex that muscle a little, toward the end of the set. I had fun with it. 

Tracklist:

Phaeleh - Resolve
Mystic State - And Again
Congi - Pool
Sandspider - Late
Mah Ze Tar - Bahar Delkash (MORiLLO Remix)
Dov1, Hooves - Vital Ital
Jazzanova - Bohemian Sunset
Bluetech - Kingdom of the Blind (feat. Alyssa) (Third I Mix)
Sick-E - Insanity Waits (Feat. Phour Trakk)
Nightmares on Wax - 70s 80s
Erothyme - Panther Crick (Somatoast Remix)
stellar- - Slack Dub (International Observer Instrumental Dub)
Soble and Li'lith - Freedom Frequencies
Sofa Surfers - Sofa Rockers (Richard Dorfmeister Remix)
Cihangir Aslan, Dilan Balkay - Night Owl
Dandara - Uivando
End of Time, Trippin Jaguar - Electric Visions
LUM - Nfrt.y.ty feat Sunru
D-Echo Project - Galactic Shine
ali dada - Tea Surf (Trippin Jaguar's Neon Wave Remix)
islandman - Kara Toprak (SONLIFE Remix)
Captures - Matakan Mwami
Beyhude - Alabora (Foxall Pale Blue Remix)
Max Cooper - A Model Of Reality (Tor Remix)

Live @ Treavor Moontribe's 50th Birthday

Mint Condition

Part of a 6-hour set I played for a dear friend on her birthday in her living room.

Balancé - Time lapse
Zen Baboon - Sevens (Rolling Paper Mix)
Alex Cortiz - Glitter Punch
Aquasky - Images (Trip Hop Mix)
Peshay - The Real Thing (90 BPM Version)
Congi - About The 5th
Digitalis - Noodles
Jay Walker - That Time Of Day Again
Danny Breaks - Transmit Fantastic
Burdy - Doobie Dada (Solid Doctor RMX)
Sola Rosa - Dangerous Dub
Silva - Vista Pro Mar (International Observer's Dancehall Mix)
Unreleased fabulousness
Chlorine Free - D'fish (feat. Jalley, Raashan Morris)
3 Wise Monkeys - It's Gonna Rain
Thievery Corporation - La Force De Melodie Feat. Lou Lou Ghelichkhani
Giyo - Catacomb
Pitch Black - Filtered Senses
M-Seven - Spiritual Spy
Balancé - 14 Gaivotas em terra (remixed)
Catching Flies - Sunrays
Øhmar - Above Duality
Eat More Cake - Right_Here (extended mix)

Saveur Magique

What an unforgettable night at the Mishawaka celebrating 25 years of us making music together! 🌟 This venue holds a special place in our hearts—there’s nothing like playing outdoors, next to the river, under the stars. We were blessed with beautiful souls and fans who came out to make this anniversary show truly magical. Huge gratitude to Bloomurian and the folktronica duo Siren & Seer for opening the night with such mesmerizing vibes. We were thrilled to dive deep into an extended 2-hour set for everyone! Here’s to more memories and music together. 🎶✨

Live Set at the Mishawaka - Celebrating 25 years!

Thank you Astronox Festival, for an incredible weekend! The Liquid Bloom set was such a special experience, surrounded by the beautiful energy of the Austin family and the Full Moon. It was a potent journey through many genres of sound. The festival was filled with so much connection and joy, and we loved every aspect of it. So grateful to share these moments with all of you!

Setlist:
1) Kaya Project - Seed (Liquid Bloom & Tribone Remix)
2) Liquid Bloom & Poranguí - Return To Source (Orenda Remix)
3) Liquid Bloom & Bloomurian feat Onanya - Organic Intelligence
4) Liquid Bloom & Bloomurian feat Onanya - Organic Intelligence (Temple Step Project Remix feat Madhu Honey)
5) Liquid Bloom & Bloomurian feat Onanya - Organic Intelligence (Chaos Control Remix)
6) Liquid Bloom & Poranguí - Eternal Horizons (Temple Step Remix feat Darpan)
7) Poranguí & Liquid Bloom - Feathered Serpent (Savej Remix)
8) Liquid Bloom & Bloomurian feat Onanya - Forest Guardians (Nyrus Remix)
9)  Poranguí & Liquid Bloom - Inner Sanctum (Geometrae Remix)
10) Liquid Bloom & Savej - Cielo Aya (Dissolv Remix)
11) Savej & Liquid Bloom feat Yawanawa - Wacomaya
12) Liquid Bloom & Bloomurian feat Snow Raven - Fragrance (Geometrae Remix)
13) Poranguí & Liquid Bloom - Corazon de Gaia (Basher Toe Remix)
14) Liquid Bloom & PERE - Pajaro Azul (Basher Toe Remix)
15) Liquid Bloom & PERE - Azuma Jishi (Sigil Remix)
16) Liquid Bloom & PERE - Overgrown (TRIBONE Remix)
17) Deya Dova - The Electrical Biome (Liquid Bloom & PERE Remix)
18) Liquid Bloom & Tribone - Interbeing (Kaya Project Remix)
19) Poranguí & Liquid Bloom - Feathered Serpent (Jakare Remix)
20) Liquid Bloom & Poranguí - Regreso al Agua (Numatik Remix)
21) Liquid Bloom & Poranguí - Preparing the Path (Skysia Remix)
22) Liquid Bloom - Emerging Heart (Erothyme Remix)
23) For the Good of All - Puja Soundscape feat Vylana Marcus

Liquid Bloom DJ Set @ Astronox Festival (2024)

Out now with my album "Tuning To Gaia" with a remix by https://soundcloud.com/desertdwellers


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Mandala Affect (aka Luke Mandala) - Galactic Zipline (out now)

As the final notes of the inaugural Sanctuary Music Festival at TreeCasa Resort in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, faded into the night, this closing Liquid Bloom DJ set encapsulated the spirit of the weekend. Beginning with organic mid-tempo house, the journey gradually intensified, weaving through world drum and bass and psychedelic bass, before gently descending into a serene ambient landing. This progression mirrored the festival's ethos of music, adventure, and connection, leaving attendees with a profound sense of unity and fulfillment.

Immense gratitude to all who embarked on this sonic voyage, contributing to an unforgettable conclusion to our first year. Here's to the memories created and the anticipation of future gatherings at this magical sanctuary.

Liquid Bloom Dj Set @ Sanctuary Festival Nicaragua

Dance Temple | Vol. 1 | Bali | 09.06.2025

Just days before Summer Solstice, Liquid Bloom performed a powerful set inside Meow Wolf Denver’s Numina exhibit as part of a sold-out PORTAL event during the Psychedelic Science conference. This unique night brought together a global web of psychonauts, artists, and seekers inside the surreal dreamscape of Convergence Station.

Following a rare and beautiful DJ set from East Forest, Liquid Bloom guided a journey from ambient and downtempo into bass, drum & bass, and tribal midtempo—culminating in a high-energy blend of house rhythms and ecstatic movement. A live surprise from Poranguí added soul-stirring vocals to the mix, and a closing invocation from Ram Dass gently brought the spaceship back to Earth.

1. Cheryl B. Engelhardt & GEM - “Nightside” feat Johnny spoken word
2. Desert Dwellers - Breathing the Mysteries (Lauge Drone Recycle)
3. Liquid Bloom & Poranguí - Eternal Horizons (Temple Step Remix Feat. Darpan)
4. Liquid Bloom & Deya Dova - Resonant Migration (Sanjay Remix) - Unreleased
5. Master Minded - The Glowing Center Pt. 1 - Letting Go
6. Kaya Project - When the Light Gets In (Liquid Bloom & Bloomurian ReVibe)
7. Liquid Bloom, Bloomurian, Onanya - Organic Intelligence (Temple Step Project Remix)
8. Liquid Bloom, PERE - Pajaro Azul (Basher Toe Remix)
9. Liquid Bloom, Poranguí, Spice Traders - Corazon de Gaia (Basher Toe Remix)
10. Liquid Bloom & PERE - Overgrown (TRIBONE Remix)
11. Liquid Bloom & PERE - Azuma Jishi (Sigil Remix)
12. Liquid Bloom, Bloomurian, & Onanya - Forest Guardians (CALAGNA Remix)
13. Poranguí - Madre de la Sierra (Rodrigo Gallardo Remix)
14. Liquid Bloom & PERE - The Mycelium is Listening  feat Paul Stamets (CALAGNA Remix)
15. Andruss - Frikitona (Maesic Remix)
16. La Sonora Matancera, Celia Cruz - Herencia Africana (Branko Remix)
17. Ram Dass x Liquid Bloom - Opening Reimagined (ft Moondrop)

Liquid Bloom – Live at Meow Wolf Denver (Psychedelic Science 2025 Set)

Offerings: Live or DJ music sets, evidence based functional medicine protocols (healing the gut, metabolism, tiredness, available worldwide virtually), life or music career coaching, music production lessons, event production consultation or lineup curation.  

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For my bass/downtempo moniker, Mandala Affect: @mandalaaffect 

Patreon is the best way to support the music in exchange for early access to it, guest passes to shows and other rewards: https://www.patreon.com/LukeMandala

Luke’s dynamic live act includes playing a mixture of electronic and acoustic music while mixing in multiple live wind instruments and live drumming. His lifelong devotion to community dance medicine started at age 14 in 1998 when he started to DJ at northwest USA raveriffic events! He then started touring the world and releasing hundreds of songs released with a large number of the biggest labels in the world like Selador, Desert Hearts, Digital Structures, Dreaming Awake, Desert Trax, Booka Shade Music. 

This is deep piscean scorpio music, sprinkled with unusual sounds, unexpected twists, eclectic mix of global sounds, various tempos and grooves. It reflects stories of love-driven culture and open-minded ideas.  Depending on the crowd, the sets can vary from being pretty and uplifting to deep, dark, and primal, although they typically feature melodic and atmospheric textures infused with a lot of emotion.  Luke also has a functional (natural, root cause) medicine practice as this weaves so beautiful with dance and music medicine. He helps people heal frequent issues of the gut, metabolism and tiredness. 

Luke’s songs have been played by legends like Sasha, James Zabiela, Boris Brejcha, Solomon, Desert Dwellers, Dave Seaman, Kaya Project, and BLOND:ISH. Official remixes from artists like Desert Dwellers, Bluetech, Christian Martin, Chloe Harris, Kaminanda, Govinda, Roger Martinez, Pezzner, Robert Babicz, and Deya Dova.