One of my favourite tracks of the past month, thank you for creating!<3

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts – a proverb which definitely holds true for this colourful and energetic EP, coming straight from the island of Lamu, Kenya. Recorded during the pandemic in 2021 at the iconic Lamu House, this record brilliantly reveals how music can transcend borders between cultures, genres and even musical epochs. At its core lies Taarab music native to the Swahili coast, which in itself is a heritage from times when the area was under Omani protectorate. An Noor is a Taarab band from Lamu who root in tradition and bring the past into the present: Their Tabla drums remind us of days where Arabic influences were formative, their mesmerizing vocals tell stories of love and pain, as relevant today as they were then. Their sound is complimented by Makadem, composer and player of traditional Kenyan instruments such as the Nyatiti harp. Makadem himself is no stranger to fusing ancient and modern musical schools and has reached international recognition for his crossover arrangements. On Into Taarab, producers Max Doblhoff and Sidney Simila (Clubcruise Music, Music From East Africa) frame the magic of these Lamu sessions in club-friendly edits, dreamy and driving, and always carrying the Clubcruise signature sound that feeds both body and soul.

Musicians recorded on "Halua"

Nuteila - Vocals (Kenya)
Makadem - Voocals, Nyatiti (Kenya)
Sidney Simila - Guitars, Flute & Synths (Kenya)
Max Doblhoff - Beats and Percussions (Austria)
Khalid Omar - Tablas (Kenya)

Released on www.clubcruisemusic.com

Halua (Original)

Buy this release

Thursday Sunset / AfrikaBurn 2025

Thanks to Ra Ra Hive for the awesomeness and vision for sunset <3

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1 - Wonderwall - Teemid, Oasis
2 - Too Young To Die (Felkon Remix) - Jamiroquai
3 - Miracle (RÜFÜS DU SOL Remix) - WhoMadeWho, Adriatique
4 - Maker (Herr Vogel & Strassenmajor Remix) - Fink
5 - We Are Mirage - Eric Prydz, Empire Of The Sun
6 - Back In My Arms (Shai T Remix) - Sahar Z
7 - Surge (PROFF & Igor Garanin Extended Mix) - Above & Beyond
8 - Where The Sea Swings In Like An Iron Gate - Kidnap
9 - Praise You (Purple Disco Machine Extended Remix) - Fatboy Slim
10 - How Many Times (Andhim Remix) - Elderbrook
11 - Sugar Man (PrOfiLE TAkeN Remix) - Rodriguez
12 - La Revolucion (Nikos Diamantopoulos Cuba Dub) - Little d, Stamy
13 - El Cuerno - Andy Reid
14 - Cooper's Cup - Yotto
15 - Never Let Me Down Again (Eric Prydz Remix) - Depeche Mode
16 - Free Tribe - Tube & Berger
17 - Cradle Of Life - Phunk Investigation
18 - Music Sounds Better With You - Stardust

Sunset @ Ra Ra Hive - AfrikaBurn 2025

Playing my sunrise set on Friday morning on Sexico City at AfrikaBurn was an unforgettable experience—emotional, grounding and utterly magical. As the first light broke over the vast Tankwa desert, casting sun rays across the dust and the silhouettes of dancing souls, it felt like a dream.

Sexico City Sunrise Set Afrika Burn 2025

Sexico City Sunset Afrikaburn 2025

tribute to @Meera (NO)

RonYka – Afrika Burn /Live Set (Deep House / Minimal / Electronica)

This set blends deep house grooves with minimal electronic textures and subtle sonic surprises.
A refined journey through atmospheric rhythms, hypnotic beats, and carefully layered elements.
Designed for late-night listening, dance floors, or deep focus.

Play loud or headphones recommended.🔥🔥🔥

RonYka - 🔥AfrikaBurn_LePetitParis🔥2025

Tracklist: 

Da Luna - T-Puse
Kasbah De Tarouriert (Señora Remix) - Nhii
Astral - Landikhan; Niña Indigo
Dark Days - Gobi Desert Collective
La folie - Temple Tears
Gold Standard (Just Emma & Urem Remix) - Überhaupt & Außerdem ft. Max Street
Cards (Theo Gramal Remix) - Allies for Everyone
Ambaland - Acud
About Fuzz Tones (Kapchiz Remix) - Funkenschleuder
Low Battery - Frida Darko; Atric
Elixir - fernn
Schwanenliebe - Jan Dalvik, Slin (DE)
Katai - Jacob Groening, Bocarriba
Picture (Fabian Krooss Remix) - Oliver Koletzki, Niko Schwind, Judith Ahrends
GT DWN - Landikhan 
Soñar Contigo - Argia
Jinga - Tomy Wahl, Alain Fanegas
Time (K-Effect Remix) - Cabizbajo

Sexico City Organic House Downtempo @ Mad Hatters Village Afrikaburn 2025

We’re thrilled to share a new mix recorded exclusively for The Mandrake by our talented friend Lemurian. Ahead of his upcoming performance at our Masha hari late night next month, Lemurian has crafted this Mix to capture the essence of his unique sound, one that perfectly complements the energy of our space. Expect to be taken on a journey through deep, atmospheric beats that resonate with the soul.

Enjoy the mix, and stay tuned for more!

MANDRAKE SESSIONS_08_LEMURIAN

On Friday night at AfrikaBurn, this set was performed next to the phoenix burn — an unforgettable moment carved into dust and flame. As the sky bloomed with fire, this mix of Latin rhythms, afro house, and indie heat evolved.

ALICE MARY - TULPA - Friday Night @ AfrikaBurn 2025

AIWAA is a Colombian DJ and producer based in Spain. His music is a vibrant fusion of organic and electronic sounds that bridges diverse cultures from around the world. With ethnic, mystical, and shamanic rhythms, his tracks invite both dance and a deeper connection with the body and soul. Enjoy AIWAA set for SUNDANCE!

AIWAA SET FOR SUNDANCE

CARO LEGER - TULPA - LINK UP Wednesday Night @ Afrikaburn 2025

MuMa proudly presents Boogie Night EP, the latest gem from SVNR (RU).

A lush downtempo journey steeped in groove, textured layers, and late-night swagger. SVNR delivers his signature blend of smoothness and subtle intensity, crafted for intimate dancefloors and deep listening alike.

 

On remix duties, two stellar reworks:

Exei transforms the original into a deep, elegant flow with refined rhythms,

while DVNIEL injects crisp bounce and emotional depth, keeping it dreamy yet danceable.

 

Downtempo never sounded this slick.

Welcome to your new favorite Boogie Night.

 

 Download link :

 

__LINKS___________
✘ Producer (City // Country)

SVNR RU (Moscow // Russia)

https://soundcloud.com/svnr_ru
https://www.instagram.com/dj_svnr/

 

✘ Remixer (City // Country)

Exei (Moscow // Russia)

https://soundcloud.com/exei

https://www.instagram.com/exeimusic/


✘ Label (City  // Country)

[MuMa] (Barcelona // España)

soundcloud.com/muma-mutantmagic

Instagram.com/muma.mutantmagic/

 

  

Buy link:  https://mutantmagic.bandcamp.com/album/boogie-night

PREMIERE: SVNR (RU) - Cosmic Boogie (Exei Remix) [[MuMa]]

Max Doblhoff creates a modern and traditional crossover between electro-acoustic beats from Vienna and East and West African music. Max  productions contain numerous analog recorded instruments and grooves that have shaped the rapidly growing African house scene in recent decades: Afro House and Afro Fusion, Tribal House, Latin, Cumbia, Funk, Disco and Electronic Grooves. His musical journeys through parts of Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Morocco), the feeling for the vibe of the countries and their traditions, the discovery of individual musical tribes and the culture of spontaneous improvisation shape Max’s musical style.

Halua (Original)

Max Doblhoff aka MDgroove

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