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

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Happy to share a new recording from Kater Blau, Berlin. 

People fly all over the world to go to Kater for a reason. It’s a club focused on the music, focused on the moment, focused on the experience. It attracts the right people, who go for the right reasons. I love playing there. 

This lets me truly DJ in the moment. No thinking, only feeling. And this recording is a slice of what I’m trying to express through music, sitting outside a box: not just house, not just organic, not just progressive, not just melodic house/techno, not just tech house (or deep tech or whatever we call it)…

…a little bit of everything, as long as it flows and we all dance. 

As a side note, I’ve been getting more and more comfortable playing some of my own unsigned productions, so you’ll find a few tunes you haven’t heard from me before. 

Hope you enjoy!

Tracklist:

[0:00:00] Fabian Krooss - Whopper (atish Remix) [Manjumasi Unreleased]
[0:07:00] Leeni - Higher Groove [Acker Records 2023]
[0:11:00] Oscar P, Cris Herrera - Tears (Carl Price & Paul Hawkins 3AM UK Mix) [Kolour Recordings 2023]
[0:15:00] Enamour, Mustafa Ismaeel - Nothingness [Rebellion 2023]
[0:21:00] Beat Factory - I Feel Like (LondonGround Remix) [Color House Records 2014]
[0:27:00] Alex Celler, Anthea - The Playmaker (Dyed Soundorom Cougar Remix) [Freak N Chic 2009]
[0:32:00] atish, Vridian - Instant Transmission (Mihai Popoviciu & Markus Homm Remix) [Manjumasi 2023]
[0:37:00] KIRIK - Town House [LTF Records 2022]
[0:43:00] Cormac (US) - Run Away [Whoyostro White 2020]
[0:47:00] Lauhaus, Mario Franca - Sequencer [Whoyostro 2021]
[0:53:00] Running Hot - Tonight [Permanent Vacation 2023]
[0:59:00] Sisterhood - Call Me Ishmael [Tief Music 2013]
[1:03:00] Nick Curly - Island Letters [8bit 2022]
[1:08:00] Glamourama - Don't Make it [8bit 2023]
[1:12:00] Christopher Ledger - Swap Function [Adam's Bite 2022]
[1:17:00] io (Mulen) - Meuse [Cecille 2020]
[1:22:00] LondonGround - Monocromo [Sanity 2017]
[1:26:00] James Shinra - Wasp [We're Going Deep 2023]
[1:30:00] Armen Miran - Heads (Gespona Remix) [Reborn Project 2023]
[1:34:00] Robag Wruhme - Fire [Kompakt Extra 2022]
[1:40:00] Trikk, Gabriel Massan - Mata Mata (Roman Flügel Remix) [Innervisions 2023]
[1:44:00] Renato Cohen - Wake Up [Pets Recordings 2023]
[1:48:00] atish, Vridian - Instant Transmission (Boys Be Kko’s Sanya Mix) [Manjumasi 2023]
[1:52:00] Bryan Kessler - HiHats Like Fantastic Four [Chorus Records 2023]
[1:57:00] Enamour - Body Test [Unreleased]
[2:03:00] Nicolas Masseyeff , Parallelle  - Renegade (Adam Ten & Mita Gami Remix) [Crosstown Rebels 2023]
[2:07:00] Super Flu - Udi [Didschn 2023]
[2:12:00] atish - choli [unreleased]
[2:18:00] atish - 2007 [unreleased]
[2:23:00] Mike Kerrigan - g2g [DIRTYBIRD 2023]
[2:26:00] James Harcourt - Undulate [Sincopat 2023]
[2:32:00] Stefano Richetta - My Bird [Click Records 2022]
[2:36:00] Hernan Cattaneo, Jody Barr - Airglow [Sudbeat Music 2023]
[2:41:00] Sahar Z, Audio Junkies - Variants [Moments 2022]
[2:46:00] Mr. Ho - Exxxperience (Revisit) [Permanent Vacation 2023]
[2:51:00] Black Space - Feed the Demon [ICONYC 2023]
[2:55:00] SX2 - Miracle Mayhem [Disco Halal 2022]

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atish - [094] - live from kater blau - berlin (june 2023)

Being invited to play on the bus after hearing everyone rave about it was certainly one of the most exciting news of the year.

Stepping up behind the decks following the Martinez Brothers was not such an obvious and easy task considering the differences in our respective “styles”. Nonetheless, all your smiles and dance moves whilst I was performing proved the RH crew had made that call for a particular reason.

Following such a positive experience playing on the bus, in the city, I can only imagine what it would be like in the middle of the desert.

Thanks to all of you for bringing such joy to my heart, it sure was a night I will not forget!

Until next time . . . Love and light xx

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YokoO - Robot Heart - Halloween NYC 2014

Dear friends & fans of Connaisseur,

With #9 of our CONNAISSEUR MIXTAPES series we are more than happy to present you an exclusive mix by @kollektivturmstrasse. This is our Christmas present for you!

Tracklist:
01. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - TK Beauty (unreleased)            
02. Rocco Caine - Hybrid | Fanciful   
03. Luc Angenehm - Anabel | Subjekt    
04. Letizia Carrero & Sergio Wos - Going Down (Owen Ezard Remix) | Polyester Records
05. Chymera - Fathoms (Clemens Ruh Remix) | Connaisseur Recording 
06. XXX - Swimming with Birds (Mow Remix) | Musik gewinnt Freunde (unreleased)                
07. RJ - Leo | Uncanny Valley      
08. Adrian Garza & Leo Leal - Jachin | Musik gewinnt Freunde      
09. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - untitled (unreleased)            
10. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - Last Day (David August Reversion Remix)  | Diynamic 

Happy Holidays and much love from the whole Connaisseur Crew!





CONNAISSEUR MIXTAPES #9 SPECIAL X-MAS EDITION BY Kollektiv Turmstrasse

For this week’s episode of the Main Mix, we are left speechless by legendary live maestro, Stimming. The set, recorded last October at Fi in Cologne, unfolds like a dream - rife with mystery, haunting beauty, and his unparalleled technical finesse. 

Plus, to celebrate the release of his upcoming album, ‘Friedrich,’ he gifts us with an exclusive interview and rare look into his musical world. Enjoy! 

Read more: https://whenwedip.com/2025/04/when-we-dip-170-stimming/

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Connect: When We Dip on Spotify - open.spotify.com/user/whenwedip

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Stimming - When We Dip 170 (Live at Fi, Cologne)

Nous sommes ravis de vous présenter Ensemble III, notre plus grande sortie à ce jour, mettant en avant le son unique de Montréal !

Cet album capture l'essence de la scène underground de notre ville avec des grooves profondes, émotionnels et minimalistes, racontant les histoires que nous partageons et reflétant l'atmosphère unique qui inspire notre musique.

Bien qu'il y ait tant d'autres artistes talentueux de Montréal que nous aurions pu inclure, cette collection incarne le cœur et l'âme de notre communauté musicale. Un grand merci à Joubin Mova pour son travail exceptionnel de mastering.

Nous espérons que ce voyage musical résonnera en vous.

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We are thrilled to present Ensemble III, our biggest release yet, showcasing the incredible sound of Montreal!

This album captures the essence of our city’s underground scene with deep, emotional, and minimal sounds, telling the stories we share and reflecting the unique atmosphere that inspires our music.

While there are so many more talented Montreal artists and friends we could have included, this curated collection embodies the heart and soul of our music community. A special thanks to Joubin Mova for the outstanding mastering work.

We hope that this musical journey will reasonate with you !

Mastering by Joubin Mova @COGNITO - www.cognitomusic.com
Artwork by Saisons Musique
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Ensemble III • Montréal

You Could Be

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Đexter Crowe, Molyness - You Could Be

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

Watch the full set on Vimeo:
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Cover Photo by: www.phantomography.com
Cover Design by: Esteban Armendariz 

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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

A beautiful set by talented dream team Mira and Tara Brooks from a sunny midweek afternoon. Join us for a journey back to Wednesday at Pink Mammoth, Burning Man 2017!

Mira
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Tara Brooks
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Pink Mammoth
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https://www.pinkmammoth.org

Pink Mammoth - Burning Man 2017

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Mira & Tara Brooks - Pink Mammoth - Burning Man 2017

This set was recorded live from Fusion Festival 2018 at Turmbühne! We had an amazing time with all the people on the dance floor. Thanks to Fusion Festival and to everyone who makes it the incredible event it is!

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Matthias Meyer b2b Luko at Turmbühne/Fusion Festival 2018

We’re pleased to announce the launch of The Crosstown Mix Show, a new bi-weekly mix series from Crosstown Rebels and Rebellion. Each episode will feature a different member of the label roster taking us on a mind bending journey of upfront, fresh, exclusive music.

The first instalment comes from Damian Lazarus, who explained more about the series:

'Since the beginning of the lockdown, with the inability for DJs to be heard in clubs, we thought that now was a good time to remind people about the quality of the artists we work with at the label. These mixes are a reminder that the art of DJing is still alive and kicking, even while the dancefloors lie dormant.'

The Crosstown Mix Show 001 sets the standard, with the focus on unreleased forward thinking tracks. Deep and twisted electronic music, to be enjoyed both in your head and in your home, a perfect selection also for a dance.

This twice monthly series will also be the first place to hear forthcoming releases on Crosstown, Rebellion and beyond... Upcoming mixes come from Quenum and Alinka.

1. Blackeby- My Fault [Doubledoubleu]
2. Tibi Dabo - The Distance We Share [Crosstown Rebels]
3. Quenum - Vallery Of True People [Rebellion]
4. J Gabriel, Chuffing Buffy - Aeroworld [Superfreq]
5. dOP - Carousel (Bedouin Remix) [Eleatics Records]
6. Joseph Ashworth - Dima (Extended Mix) [Needwant]
7. Joeski - Drift Within [Poker Flat]
8. David Scuba - Hot Jupiter [Desert Hearts Black
9. Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons - We Will Return [Crosstown Rebels]
10. Yulia Niko - Fatima (Priku feat Dimu Remix) [Crosstown Rebels]
11. Djena, Swann Decamme - H2YPE [Time Has Changed]
12. Philip Stroud - Kwinana Fwy [Not on Label]
13. Dennis Cruz - Los Libros [Crosstown Rebels]
14. Art Department - Normalizm (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape) [No.19]
15. Acid Pauli - Abranis [Ouie Circle]
16. Francesco Mami & SB-Unit - Roll The Dice [Rebellion]
17. Eva Be - The Way [Hafendisko]
18. Mike Woods - I’m In Love [Reptile Dysfunction]
19. Rogue D - Nights [Rebellion]
20. Dominik Eulberg - Siebenschläfer (Robag Wruhme Remix) [K7 Records]
21. Headie One x Fred Again.. - Told (Brian Eno Remix) [Relentless Records]
22. Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons - Levitate [CARE4LIFE]
23. Catching Flies - Satisfied (Soundbwoy Remix) [Indigo Soul]

Damian Lazarus: The Crosstown Mix Show 001

Robot Heart is a collective of doers and dreamers, artists and entrepreneurs. Our home is in the desert dust of Burning Man, and the streets of New York City, Detroit, Bay Area and Hong Kong. Home is wherever the Heart is.

Robot Heart is a community and a family, and our events are an extension and celebration of that community, bound together by shared values of inclusion, giving, environmental responsibility and mutual respect.

Music is our first language, and our mission is to bring love and beats to the world. We work with and support artists, technologists and visionaries of all types in order to create incredible experiences and connected moments. To create love and beats, for you.