My mind is blown... never in a million years would I have said this song from Queen could be turned into a brilliant downtempo song.

I relistened to it so many times already, timeless and so precious

Allo les ami(x)s ♥ 

Just received the recording of this moment from the summer and in the midst of a very dynamic and energetic touring season, this is probably the set I felt most in flow with, and yet the most intimate of all, at home in the region of Mattawinie.

Now a yearly tradition, our close group of friends has been co-creating an estival celebration in the North of Québec in a village called St-Zénon. This gathering evolved so much over the years, strengthening friendships and an inspiring sense of community, healing, co-creation, love and overall total fun. 

I had the chance to play on the patio of the wooden cabin on the Friday afternoon, over looking the Boréal forest. As Pachamama was dancing with us, rain, clouds, sun and stars were part of the journey while I was soundtracking the sunset with some of my favourite humans. 

As I didn't share any sets in the recent months, I feel this could capture really well summer 2023 for me, and hopefully, for you as well!

Grateful for all the Zénon family for co-creating this space and for David, Vincent & Vincent for gifting me the chance to play music in this special setting.  Thanks to my love Ashlee for the cover picture. 

I dedicate this set to friendship, that special family we choose, and that chooses us back. 

Love to all & thank you so much for listening x 

Mikael

Kora @ Zénon 2023 ☉ Summer Sunset Session

"Greetings to all my dusty friends. 

I'm pleased to share with you this recording of my set on the beautiful Luna Artcrane from last year’s burn. 

After missing my first 2 shows due to car troubles on the way in, this happened to be my first show for the week, and ironically was the evening that the holy rains began to bless the desert. In fact, during this set we had some drizzles rain down, and you can find me incorporate a playful tune speaking to that moment in this set 😊 
I have the fondest memories from this night, and the lovely vibe this camp curated for us all. 

I truly hope you will enjoy this narrow window into the boundless magic of that evening. And if you happened to be there, then join me in recalling those treasured memories. Hope you enjoy & see you later this year 🙏🏼"

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Goldcap - Luna The Artcrane - Burning Man 2023

Kicked off an unforgettable night on one of my favorite art cars on the playa  🫶 the legendary Maxa Deer 🦌 under a full moon rising over the Nevada mountains.

I played an opening set with the multiverse musician Panoramix, who brought live electric guitar and drums into the mix! Adding fire and depth to our blend of tribal beats, deep grooves, and cinematic textures. The moonlight, the energy, the sound… everything aligned to mark the start of what became an epic burn night. 🔥 

Huge love & gratitude to the Maxa Familia for creating such a powerful, intentional space. Your magic is real ⚡️honored to be part of it.



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Audio Mastering: Gabriel Velazquez 
Cover Design: Alvaro Manzo Cover

Eli Light - Maxa - Burning Man 2024

Whenever Ben Pundole requests my presence for the opening for one of his new ventures, I pack my bags and show up in high spirits. 

This time it was for the opening of the new 'The Wilde' members clubs in Milano and the after-show celebration of the concert of our dear and beautiful-hearted friend Ry X. An evening of legends in the intimate club house of Milan's newest treasure ; The Wilde.

The musical briefing was "loungey cocktails sexy vibes like your soul", this is my interpretation of that. Thank you Ben, Lauren, Ry and everyone who made this night memorable.

unders | the wilde milan | ry X post show celebration | 11.2024

Kora feat. Sthefany & Rolando @ Solstice Festival 2024, Lago Atitlán, Guatemala (Tracklist Below)

☀ Yin Ambiental Sunrise Set ☀


This set is dedicated to our sacred source of light and life—the Sun.


🌋 Gratitude overflows for this magical moment at Lago Atitlán, cradled between towering volcanoes. Here, we’re reminded of the infinite beauty of our world and the raw, untamed power of Earth’s elements. It is humbling. It is awe-inspiring.


🍃 In the presence of such magnificence, we are but whispers in this vast and grandiose realm. Yet, despite our smallness, we continue to harm the natural world, and it can respond in kind. My hope is that this sonic journey serves as an invitation to reconnect—with ourselves, with naturaleza, and with our magical planet.


Maltiox to the local community for welcoming us into these sacred lands.


To Rolando: thank you for guiding the sunrise ceremony with your heartwarming words and profound wisdom that touched us all so deeply.


To Brazilian musician Sthefany: it was a pleasure to share this musical moment with you—your flutes added such soulful beauty to this set.


To Elise: thank you for being the most amazing travel companion on this adventure. And to all the new friends we made along the way—you’ve enriched this journey more than words can express.


A heartfelt thanks to Mati, Greg, Jazz, Carlos on the audio and the entire Solstice and Eagle’s Nest team for hosting this festival on your sacred perch above the volcanic vistas.


And finally, thank you to all the artists whose music is woven into this set.


Thank you for listening—I hope it brings you harmony!


Mikael // Kora


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Recorded on December 22, from 5:00 AM to 9:35 AM @ Eagle’s Nest, San Marcos, Guatemala

Tracklist

Kora ft. Sthefany & Rolando @ Solstice Festival, Lago Atitlán, Guatemala ☀ Sunrise Yin Ambiental Set

If you are about to dive into this set, we invite you to read these words, as they will give deeper meaning to your experience with this musical landscape.

An Orchestra for the Spirit was played live in Black Rock City, riding the Maxa Deer. It was an offering of frequencies and words to bring unity to the Burning Man community that was about to witness the temple rise in flames.

As we believe in synchronicities over coincidences, we are sensitive and deeply touched by the powerful fires that burned for weeks in our beloved California. We contemplated what our best offering could be to support, and realized it is the perfect timing to share hours of music and inspiring poetry, to navigate the mysterious waves of trascendence and trust. 

From our hearts, this set is for everyone feeling the painful part of a shedding skin, a letter lost, a broken heart, or a physical or metaphorical home brought to ashes that now requires full trust to rise again and build a new landscape.

Here’s to new landscapes. 

We allow this orchestra for the spirit to tell the rest. 

A wave of gratitude to Noraj Cue and Burgs for your talent and wisdom imprinted into this set. 

Thank you, Maxa, and thank YOU for listening and being part of the deep layers of being human. 

Love,

underneath 
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underneath | an orchestra for the spirit | Maxa - Burning Man 2024

9AM duties, welcoming 2025 with our friends in Ibiza 

a newer lens on my 2025 direction of sound

unders | meet me in a dream | 01.01.2025

Every visit to Modi Nochi is like entering a vortex. More than a venue, it’s a wonderland. A colorful container for connection, sound and shared joy. This is all made possible by Moshe, whose loving generosity and soulful outlook on life invites visitors to escape the noise of the matrix and show up as the best version of themselves.  

The custom built DJ booth is nestled into the heart of the lounge room, surrounded by cushions, couches, and lovely creatures. An ideal setting for me to feel comfortable and connected with the audience. It feels like home and invites me to explore the full range of my collection with confidence and flow. We celebrate you Moshe . Looking forward to the next time. 



unders | modi nochi | birthday celebration | 2025

Honest loss is the trial of life's ambition

Feathers

Destination Without Return – Manifesto

We move forward at constant speed, without pause or breath, as if time itself were programmed to consume itself.
The urge to consume drives us, networks surround us like infinite mirrors, and energy runs through invisible arteries pulsing beneath the cities.
Technology promises us a future, but its pace is voracious: every creation leaves behind a cemetery of the obsolete.
There is no return. The journey allows no way back. We walk forward as exiles from the past, our eyes fixed on a horizon that both shines and burns.


Destino sin retorno – Manifiesto

Avanzamos a velocidad constante, sin pausa ni aliento, como si el tiempo mismo hubiese sido programado para devorarse.
El deseo de consumir nos empuja, las redes nos envuelven como espejos infinitos, y la energía corre por arterias invisibles que laten bajo las ciudades.
La tecnología nos promete futuro, pero su paso es voraz: cada creación deja tras de sí un cementerio de lo obsoleto.
No hay retorno. El viaje ya no admite regreso. Caminamos hacia adelante como desterrados del pasado, con la mirada fija en un horizonte que brilla y quema al mismo tiempo.

“A-point-of-no-return”

Recording of our 3 hours set at https://soundcloud.com/demarktkantine in Amsterdam last Week End before Lee Burridge! What a journey, from opening the room to closing with Fulltone's upcoming Klassified release. Thank you for dancing <3

Parallelle (Hybrid) @ de Marktkantine | 23.11.19

Maxa is a community of friends united by threads of creativity, spirituality and the desire to do good and evolve. 

We create experiences and spaces that nurture deep human connections and help bring awareness of the gifts of service we all have to offer. 

Our beloved art-car and symbolic representation of our pilgrimage is an ode to the great blue deer, glowing like a beacon of strength, compassion, and inspiration as it dances through the desert. 

It is our guide, our compass, our shaman, lighting our way as we dance together to the rhythm of our hearts.

underneath | an orchestra for the spirit | Maxa - Burning Man 2024

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