After six years of believing that I was fully done with Burning Man, the stars happened to align this summer when I got a calling to go. 

Back in 2016, I never thought that Burning Man would allow me to press the reset button and relieve myself from many things I was carrying emotionally. Then suddenly when I was out on the playa in my element, I began to feel myself again: connected, worry-free, present. 

Thanks to 11 days of complete disconnection from my computer and phone, I was left at the mercy of nature’s elements which brought me back to a place of peace and serenity.  

It was such a joy to take part in Burning Man’s social experiment, one that unites a community of like minded beings from various backgrounds. 

I loved getting my hands dirty while building the camp, helping out with a friend's art structure and chatting with new and old friends every single day.  This was a whole new experience for me; an experience that filled my heart and inspired me in powerful ways. 

For the first time, I can safely say that I have been transformed by my time on the playa, and for that I feel grateful and humbled. 

Memorable moments like riding solo on my bike, letting go of plans, eating nourishing food, getting totally lost in the city, visiting random camps and more often than not connecting with strangers was pure magic. For me, this is the essence of Burning Man: an experience of contribution, full of serendipity and spontaneity. 
 
Here’s a personal highlight of mine that I’d like to share: 
It’s Friday evening, and I have been chosen to set the mood on the Robot Heart bus (which I must admit was one of my favorite nights out there). Here I am pre-set drinking Sake and sharing stories with my dear friend Benjamin Alexander.  The bus is parked at camp when I jump on top and begin to play for 20 minutes before the wheels start turning. Our drive to the deep playa begins, and with that a brutal dust storm follows.  I was instantly taken back in time to my 2015 Burn when I was fascinated by the fairy-lit bicycles chasing the bus, lighting up the space with an array of moving colors.  Eventually, after an hour of driving around, the wind stops, the dust settles, and the bus finds its parking spot for the night.  I finally remove my dust mask and watch the vast space in front me light up as I finish my set.  An unforgettable moment, visual, crowd…everything was perfect. 
 
To all of you who are reading this who were there dancing and glowing on the playa, I would like to say a huge thank you!  I will cherish that moment for the rest of my life.  You inspired me to smile and shine. 
 
Until next year.
 
Julien aka YokoO xx 
 
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YokoO - Robot Heart - Burning Man 2022

Matthew Dekay "Für Die Liebe" Mix March 2014

Get ready to groove with YokoO as he creates this mesmerizing set for us. 

French born, Australian at heart, Lisbon based and full time globe trotter, Founded Satya record label a project that signifies the maturing into a state of unbridled surrender to the craft.  over the last few years YokoO has floated, dreamed and swooned his way across the world to some of the loftiest echelons. 

From the Oasis Bahrain to Zanzi, YokoO has been crafting his art with Soundscapes over the years.

Let the music take you on a journey !

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Soundcast 5 By YokoO // Soundscapes Promo Mix

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GHIZ - Shanti Radio: Brooklyn

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PREMIERE: Lukea - Undeva Departe [BHRD001]

Eoan

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Art: Spacecats by Ayda Keshtkar
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Lee Burridge - Robot Heart - Burning Man 2016

In the beginning of the week, YokoO embraces the dancefloor with a dynamic and honest approach sparking it up with forward thinking music every time. When you see him play, you can see a genuine love for what he is doing and that naturally feeds back to his audience, fuelling energy and the fever of the dancefloor. The warm melodies work with the heavy basslines to create a unique sound that is deep but still pumping enough to get a party started . . . and going way passed sunrise.
Enjoy

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Cover Design by: Esteban Armendariz 

Mayan Warrior 
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Mayan Warrior - Tuesday Sunrise - Burning Man 2016

YokoO - Mayan Warrior - Wednesday Sunrise - Burning Man 2016

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Catch YokoO in St. Martin at SXM festival 2017, March 15-19

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YokoO - DHA Mix #267

► Matthias Meyer bringing the classic German techno vibes to our summertime session on the River Spree.
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Matthias Meyer Boiler Room Berlin DJ Set

John Digweed - Transitions 865 - YokoO Guest Mix

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