SHMIKESSS is a Cape Town based cinematographer, DJ, live performer and producer that has always been drawn to the immersive narrative of the audio visual experience. It shows in his music taste - guiding listeners through a profound journey of soundscapes. Inspired by a deeper psychological narrative of collective consciousness, he aims to create sounds (and imagery) that celebrate the magnificence of life in all its forms. SHMIKESSS' sound is a dynamic fusion of groovy, racey, bouncy beats and rolling bass lines, shifting effortlessly between ethereal moments and bursts of pure, high-energy euphoria. As well as his individual act, he also performs as one half of @thelostboysza duo.

In a short time, SHMIKESSS has seen rapid evolution and growth in his productions,  first releasing on legendary Berlin label - Katermukke and its sister label MUKKE, then with releases on South African labels Back To Funk and Imprint. He's since co-launched Tomorrow's Monday Records (@tmrwsmdy), fostering community among Cape Town's growing scene and bridging it with a global network. SHMIKESSS is patiently honing his sound, new productions and live sets while looking to align with the right labels. His distinct sound and contagious energy has quickly launched him as a DJ, artist and events co-ordinator around many festivals in South Africa, as well as abroad in Hawaii and Germany.

Bookings and collaborations: 
International: kb@sanctuarysessions.co (Katie)
South Africa: michaelsveltman@gmail.com

•VISHAL•


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➳ intern @luxamor_live

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➳  Released on:
Hug Records | Underyourskin Records | Trndmsk Records | Friendly Connection | Serafin Audio Imprint | Akumandra | la ola electrónica | Im Takt Label Group
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➳ Past Journeys

Festivals 
  - Zugvögel Festival (Nord & Süd)
  - Distant Ground Festival (GR)
  - Kaleidos Kobold Festival
  - Tɛsərakt Festival  
  - Blade Festival
  - Zurück zu den Wurzeln Festival  
  - Fullmoongui Festival (ES)  
  - Wunderbar Festival
  - Auserversehen Festival


Clubs
  - Kater Blau
  - Beate Uwe
  - Moloch   
  - MS Treue  
  - Zukunftshof (AT)
  - Werk (AT)
  - Unterhalb 
  - Spedition 
  - Kulturzentrum Lagerhaus

Open Airs
  - Friday Happiness Pizza Party (PT)
  - Irgendwo  
  - Anderswo 
  - Liluba 
  - Breminale  
  - Redirection Open Air

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