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Ecstatic Dance Sets

A 7-part Ecstatic Dance journey through the Chakras with 7 of Melbourne's best DJ's. 

Recorded over 7 months at Centre of You in Prahran, as part of the ongoing monthly event Energy in Motion (get tickets to the next one on Eventbrite).

Huge thank you to all the DJs and guests who contributed, and of course to the epic musicians that made the music.

DJ lineup:
Root Chakra (Earth) - Chakaruna
Sacral Chakra (Water) - Hafner
Solar Plexus Chakra (Fire) - Nectar
Heart Chakra (Air) - LIONel
Throat Chakra (Sound) - Julie Jones
Third Eye Chakra (Light) - Kundalini Project
Crown Chakra (Thought) - Temple Step Project

***Bonus***
Soul Star Chakra (Higher Self) - Chakaruna

Chakra Ecstatic Dance Journey - Energy in Motion

Rawai Beach House

Free Download

MGMT - TIME TO PRETEND (ATTENBORO EDIT)

Gorgon City - Sidewindah (feat. Flirta D)

Exit The Dragon

Superstylin'

Superstylin' (Mochakk Remix)

Was an incredible experience this time around playing on the energising ED Melbourne dancefloor

I traversed through a few different genres with this set; downtempo, world bass, hip hop, drum & bass, tech/afro/melodic house, all with the intention to get those juices flowing and that body moving!

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Big Love
Mike

Ecstatic Dance Melbourne - March 2023

Gwakke

This was THE single most powerful ecstatic dance sets I have ever experienced, as either a music facilitator or as a dancer.

All because I arrived in Hawaii while the deadliest wildfires seen on US soil in over a century raged across the island of Maui, destroying the old capital city of Lahaina, leaving in its wake immense loss, pain, grief, anger, and sadness across the community.

I was extremely apprehensive about proceeding with this EDance as scheduled, because I felt ashamed that my role was non-essential in a time of crisis, and that there were more important things that could be prioritised. However the organisers and other dancers from the community reaffirmed with me in the lead up that this Dance was important, even amidst a crisis like this. 

They advised that even though many dancers in the community may need to attend to other priorities, those that were drawn to the sacred space would be there, as it has been cultivated as a space where the community can gather to process trauma, to express their grief, and to support each other.

We decided to proceed with the dance, and give the powerful intention of Strength & Resilience, to honour these attributes within the survivors and the community. 

All throughout the dance, there was a heavy grief in the air, a communal sense of loss and sadness that I saw expressed in waves of different human emotions. I witnessed a wide spectrum of responses - singing, crying, yelling, hugging, and more, amidst a sea of beautiful humans coming together in this space, dancing to music, just like we have done for thousands of years.  

When the dance was over, amidst the sea of sadness and grief, there was a notable feeling of relief, as the time and space given to express themselves through movement had been cathartic, and it was an honour to hear words of gratitude and love reflected back to me for facilitating this extremely raw, and powerful container. The power of this dance is a testament to the strength of the Maui dance community that I feel lucky to have witnessed.

I am extremely grateful to the Hulahula Kai community for having me there for the dance, especially during this difficult time, and I honour those that passed, and the strength and resilience of the survivors of this tragedy. 

With love and respect,
HAFNER

Ecstatic Dance @ Hulahula Kai, Maui 13-8-23

Jennifer Quest at Saturday School presents The Breakfast Club.  Let me take you on deep, playful, sexy booty shaking journey.  Best listened to at loud volumes. Enjoy!

Jennifer Quest @ Saturday School Presents the Breakfast Club Mix

Notorious B.I.G. Feat. Marvin Gaye - Let The Sky Be The Limit (Eusang Remix)

I hope you enjoy the live recording of this special ecstatic dance set, played at Kalanimua, the heart of the ecstatic dance movement born on Big Island back in the early 2000s.

One of the themes of this mix was to bring forth the transformative power of the water element, weaving lyrics, soundscapes and an invocation of 'agua de estralis' beautifully sung by local musician Gabby Holt throughout the journey.

Alongside this theme i chose to play some renditions of Vivaldis four seasons throughout the mix (reimagined by Max Richter)- 'Spring' to open up the floor with excitement and wonder, 'Winter' in the middle to challenge the dancers and transition to a more moody vibe, and 'Autumn' at the end to finish with a sense of beauty and gratitude.

The Kalani dancefloor is one of my favourites in the world. 
It is such an electric and incredible container for movement and connection, held by a beautiful and diverse range of dedicated local dancers, and throughout this set I felt the vibrancy of each and every individual on the dancefloor, which made for an ecstatic experience of my own behind the decks. 

Please enjoy and share the love <3
HAFNER

REC002

Ecstatic Dance @ Kalani, Big Island Hawai'i 20-08-23

Immerse yourself in the vibrations of the Earth with our Ecstatic Dance set from Energy in Motion, hosted at Centre of You, Melbourne on 3rd February 2024. This session is more than a dance; it's a spiritual odyssey designed to align and activate your Root Chakra—your connection to the Earth, to prosperity, lineage, and community.

Embark on a rhythmic journey that honours our planet and pays homage to the wisdom of our ancestors. As we dance, we tap into our most primal essence, finding the harmony between the roots that tether us and the spirit that compels us to explore.

In this dance, as in life, you may at times feel ungrounded, separated from your stable core, but it is in this space that we discover how to truly ground ourselves again. This set is crafted to help us find peace amid life's tumult, anchoring us to our origins through a solid rhythmic foundation from which we can launch into the cosmos, only to lovingly bring us back to Earth when the time comes.

Feel the beat, move your feet, and let your spirit soar. Connect, celebrate, and come back to yourself.

Special thanks go to the incredible artists whose soundscape nurtured our journey, full list below. Their eclectic beats and profound melodies provided the fuel for a transformative experience:

Liquid Bloom, PERE, Paul Stamets, KR3TURE, Porangui, Momentology, DJ Taz Rashid, ALUNA, Biomigrant, Deya Dova, ATYYA, David Starfire, SOOHAN, Patrick D, Jesse Klein, Jakare, Mose, Morillo, Franko Heke, Russel Walder, Meeta Pandit, Music Mosaic, Funkstar De Luxe, Bob Marley, CJ Stone, Milo.NL, Rameses B, Sue Cho, Bakermat, Di-jay Luu, Akriza, Savej, Chamberlain, GRiZ, DISSØLV, The Polish Ambassador, Wink, Daniel Deuschle, MiDN8, Uevo, Malte Marten, Trevor Hall, East Forest, Emory Hall

Ecstatic Dance for the Earth: Root Chakra Activation @ Energy In Motion

This is probably the most fun ecstatic dance set I have played in Melbourne to date! 

This set includes 20 minutes of warm up music before the invocation and dancing - and traverses through a wide range of genres; downtempo, classical, global bass, trap, glitch hop, drum & bass, world, afro/latin/organic house, arabesque, breaks & techno. 

I even teased in a 90s throwback i never thought i would play on the EDance-floor, ended up playing the whole song and it was one of the most memorable moments of the night.

If you you are keen for a journey, strap in and enjoy :)

Ecstatic Dance MELBOURNE - 9.2.24

This set was an absolute delight to perform, the second edition of seven, focusing on the Sacral Chakra & the water element - intending to evoke sensuality, creativity, sexuality, self-expression, bliss and flow. 

This is a super special journey that begins and ends with a beautiful poem centered around the journey of a raindrop from the skies to the ocean, created by the equally beautiful Emina Ashman. 

Was a privilege to work with the team at Centre Of You in Prahran, my first time at the venue and it felt like an embrace from an old friend.

Please enjoy and feel free to share this with anyone who may enjoy this musical and poetic creative expression.

<3 
HAFNER

Ecstatic Dance: Sacral Chakra Activation @ Energy in Motion

This set was shared on the 18th May 2024 at the Centre of You as part of a collaborative event for Energy in Motion.

Live music provided by Dan Cully
Facilitation by Patty Mcdonald
Cacao served by Grace Elizabeth

Enjoy!

[[ LIONeL - Ecstatic Dance Set - Energy in Motion (Heart Chakra) @ The Centre of You ]]

This is the recording of the ecstatic dance set for "Energy in Motion: Throat Chakra" on 15/06/24 at Centre of You, Prahran.
It was designed to activate and harmonise the throat chakra, encouraging expression, communication, and inner truth. 
Hope you enjoy it!

Energy in Motion - Throat Chakra Activation

Themed for the Solar Plexus Chakra, this set is created for a full power journey to anchor, align and arise in strength and courage, illuminating the internal powers of self creation. 
Busting through our own limitations and rebirthing anew ! 
Enjoy !

Energy In Motion

Carabao - Made in Thailand

Original From Carabao 
ทำเพื่อความบันเทิง ไม่แสวงหาผลกำไรใดๆครับ
ขอบคุณบทเพลงดีๆจากคาราบาวด้วยครับ

Carabao - Made in Thailand (Meltmode Remix)

We all very different, but we all have soul, i want to show you very soft side of house, and maybe it will take you back to some beautiful moments of your life .

Masha LWP - House mix Vol.6 /

I Want You (Forever)

I Want You (Forever) (Josh Butler Remix - Radio Edit)

So happy to share with you guys the second mix in the Summer Tape series! Big shoutout to all the artists and producers featured for making awesome music that people can work with to create something of their own. Tell your friends, tell aunt Kathy, play this at grandma Betty's birthday bash.
Hope you guys like the mix! Enjoy.

Summer Tape Vol. 2 Tracklist
1) Galantis - Never Felt A Love Like This (Raven & Kreyn Remix)
	w/ The Chainsmokers - Roses
	w/ Loud Luxury and Bryce Vine - I’m Not Alright
	w/ Zara Larsson - All the Time
	w/ G-Easy Ft. Bebe Rexha - Me, Myself, and I
w/ Hailee Steinfeld, Grey - Starving ft. Zedd
2) Ellis, Malarkey, & Tom Westy - Say The Word (ID Remix)
	w/ Louis the Child - Weekend
w/ Bastille - Good Grief (Don Diablo Remix)
w/ Louis the Child - Weekend
	w/ Louis the Child - Last to Leave (ft. Caroline Ailin)
3) Hailee Steinfeld, Alesso - Let Me Go
	w/ Joe Bermudez - Crazy Enough (RetroVision Remix)
	w/ Lucas and Steve - Say Something
	w/ Snakehips & MØ - Don’t Leave (Throttle Remix)
4) Sigala, Paloma Faith - Lullaby (Martin Jensen Remix)
	w/ Throttle - Like This
	w/ NF - Let You Down
5) Wanderlust vs. Hot N Cold (Henry McBride Mashup) (Edit)
	w/ BORNS - Electric Love
	w/ Blackbear - Hot Girl Bummer
6) Blackbear - Hot Girl Bummer (Medusa Remix)
7) Kayne West - Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1 vs. Don Diablo - Never Change
	w/ Third Eye Blind- Semi-Charmed Life
8) Semi-Charmed Roses (Third Eye Blind x OutKast) - Silent Ronald Mashup (Edit)
	w/ Sam Feldt - Post Malone (ft RANI)
9) Sam Feldt - Post Malone (ft RANI) (Deerock & Wyle Remix)
10) Kygo & Selena Gomez - It Ain't Me 
w/ Flume ft Kai - Never Be Like You (Tom Budin Remix)
w/ Jon Bellion - All Time Low
w/ Swedish House Mafia - Save The World
11) Katy Perry - Waking Up In Vegas
	w/ Alesso & Tove Lo - Heroes
w/ Post Malone - Goodbyes
12) Gryffin - Whole Heart (BKAYE Remix)
	w/ Darius Rucker - Wagon Wheel
13) What So Not & Skrillex - Goh X Rae Sremmurd - Powerglide (Addy Daddy Mashup)(Edit)
	w/ Louis The Child (feat. Evalyn) - Fire
14) DVBBS & CMC$ - Not Going Home (Mesto Remix)
	w/ Sigala & Ella Eyre - Came Here For Love
	w/ Tiesto & Dzeko - Jackie Chan Ft. Preme & Post Malone
	w/ Sigala & Ella Eyre - Came Here For Love (BRAUNFUFEL Remix)
15) Dropgun - Drought
	w/ NOTD - I Wanna Know
	w/ Tiesto & Dzeko - Jackie Chan Ft. Preme & Post Malone
	w/ Landis - Nobody Like You (RetroVision Flip)
16) Pierce Fulton - Kuaga
	w/ Jonas Blue Ft. Jack & Jack - Rise
	w/ Social House ft. Lil Yachty - Magic In The Hamptons
	w/ Dillistone - You Got Me (feat. Moorland)
17) POWERS - Closer
	w/ Quinn XCII - Straightjacket
	w/ Shawn Mendes - Lost In Japan
w/ Major Lazer - Lean On
18) More Than Heaven (Two Friends X Axwell Ingrosso X Coldplay X AAR) (Gabe Ceribelli Mashup) (Edit)
19) Justin Mylo - Forever
	w/ Coldplay - Hymn For The Weekend
	w/ The Chainsmokers, Illenium - Takeaway ft. Lennon Stella
20) Bruce Springsteen - Born To Run X San Holo - One Thing

Summer Tape Vol. 2

The full version of the live stream set i did for Unite

Tracklist:

01  Unseen Dimensions & Replay - Deeper
02 Unseen Dimensions - Pleasure & Pain
03 Little Dragon - Twice (UD Rmx)
04 MJ - Dirty Diana (UD Rmx)
05 Unseen Dimensions - Seen
06 Unseen Dimensions  - Coloured Squares
07 Foster the People - Pumped Up Kicks (UD Rmx)
08 Unseen Dimensions - Cosmic Origins (Unreleased)
09 Unseen Dimensions & Shake - Wake Up
10 Unseen Dimensions - Lose Yourself
11 Unseen Dimensions - Illusion
12 Unseen Dimensions & Durs - Genesis (Unreleased)
13 Unseen Dimensions - Feed Em
14 Unseen Dimensions - Kingdom of Life
15 Unseen Dimensions & Surge - Howling (Bootleg Rmx)
16 Unseen Dimensions - Relief
17 Unseen Dimensions & Jacob - Other Realms

Unseen Dimensions Isolation Set

Time After Time

I love to play emotive, energizing electronic dance music, often drawn towards deep, downtempo electronica influenced from instrumental and organic soundscapes from the many cultures of this world. 

My intent is to create meaningful musical journeys suited to anything from a meditative state of reflection, hypnotic movements, and all the way through to ecstatic dance. 

Creating, or shifting the vibe of a space with intention and style is the core element of my sets, using an ebb and flow of musical moods to mold that of the listener, and to move the heart, the body and the soul.