Selected Mixes

@cocomariamusic

Widely known as a specialist in records from across the Caribbean, Latin America and beyond, Coco María takes us through a beautifully crafted hour-long ride into the realm of her music. Hailing from Mexico but currently based in Europe, Coco has been showcasing her signature sound to the continent through her fervent DJ sets and radio show 'Club Coco' on Worldwide FM. Stepping into a more relaxed space for this selection, take some time out with Coco and let your mind escape to the warmer side of the musical world.

LIFE CLASSICS 38 COCO MARÍA

@edlongo

With the intention to encapsulate his love for 80’s electronic Soul, Ed Longo touches on the sensual and smoother grooves; pulling together the pieces to fit that desired vibe from start to finish. In his words; “Throughout this collection of groovy ballads it seems like the female and male vocalists of the records talk to each other in the everlasting rollercoaster of love.” Float with it

LIFE CLASSICS 45 ED LONGO

"A bunch of well aged favs alongside a few fresher drops, patched together for your listening pleasure. Splash yourself a glass of natures finest, take a toke and roll into the sunset." - @sanctuary3

B.P.T. Radio 062: Sanctuary

Next up in our Record Club Guest Mix series are Sanctuary, the moniker of Ben and Liam, a DJ duo from Australia who have been living in Berlin for the past 9 years. You may be familiar with their 'Life Classics' project. It started as an output for their own edits then later branched out into a mix series and club residency at OHM in Berlin.

Their mix landed in our inbox and from the get-go we knew it was destined for the Record Club series. Covering many spectrums of soul, it masterfully glides through tempos and unleashes a quiet storm inside you. Not ones to fear a vocal, it's stuffed full of soaring voices, sweet strings and the tightest grooves. An extended blend done right!

The guys pulled from of a couple of record bags and served it up on 1210’s at their Berlin base. As they described it "back to back burgers, boozas and records all the way". 

The mix is loaded with many of their favourites and a few dusty ones from the back of their shelves. Look out for cuts from Reggie S, Stage Coach, Edwynn Page and Herby Charles. It's packed with winners, some you knew, some you do now. A real steppers' delight.

Thanks so much to Ben & Liam for the mix.

Find them here:

Soundcloud: @sanctuary3
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_classics_

Mr Bongo Record Club Guest Mix - Sanctuary

@walla-p

Breezing through G-Funk and Boogie, Montreal born and raised Dj and curator Walla P sits us down with an array of cruising cuts waiting for the sun. Having a soft spot for that 80's sound, Walla P stands behind Voyage Funktastique - a monthly throwdown, radio show and label dedicated to Modern Boogie and Funk.

LIFE CLASSICS 56 WALLA P

@redgreg

In anticipation for our upcoming Life Classics night at OHM, Red Greg serves up an hour of power to set the tone. Since he began collecting records in the late 80’s Red Greg has built a reputation as one of the finest DJs when it comes to sounds from across the disco sphere. His amassed knowledge of 70's Disco-Boogie and early 80's Modern Soul and Funk shines through in his edits and renowned Under The Influence compilation.

LIFE CLASSICS 59 RED GREG

Time for the Aussie fellas and favorites @life_classics_ _ aka Sanctuary to get in the mix. Pulling out their best soulful cuts, they provide solid deep vibes from start to finish ✨

Having been based in Berlin for the past 10 years now, Marcelino and LHJ formed Sanctuary with the idea to share their musical influences to a wider audience. They also have been teamed up with Altered Soul Experiment to co-curate one of the best intimate parties at @ohmberlin , inviting a broad range of local heroes and international guests. As they continue to build on their various projects, they created life_classics_ doubling up as an outlet to release their own edits and mix series.

LÉMAN MIX 06 - SANCTUARY

@trujillo

As the mix series hits 60, we welcome Venezuelan born Trujillo for an hour plus ride of Jazz Funk and soulful rhythms. Off the back of his Balearic compilation Ritmo Fantasia , the Berlin based digger recently delivered his second release by Johnny Lamas - an official reissue of Venezuelan Cosmic Caribe’s Masterpiece - Danza Cósmica via his own imprint, TrueClass Records. Dip into the trip

LIFE CLASSICS 60 TRUJILLO

Coming through with over 3 hours of fun to close out the year, Kuta serves up an extended delight packed with treats for the whole family. Loaded with B-side goodies, Street Soul to Dancehall, alongside Brazilian, Ghanaian and Indian tips with a healthy dose of Boom-Bap all effortlessly looped in together. This finely mixed bag is smooth enough and long enough to keep you entertained for the entire silly season.

@anthonyc_kuta

LIFE CLASSICS 61 KUTA

Caressing your skin like a soft warm breeze, Danny Bodega hits all the sweet spots with this lovers special. Straight from the Balearic cowboy himself “ The vibe is to float on through a valentines evening with your squeeze of choice. From the dining table, to the boudoir, then out to the discos, with a few tiffs and trips to the powder room along the way, as is tradition.” Let this one run as you reach the pleasure dome.

@beaton-4

LIFE CLASSICS 63 DANNY BODEGA

Dipping into warmer waters with the Life Classics mood masters tapped into a soul defining well of exquisite late 90s and early 00s house music. Dreamy, techy, jazzy, groovy, this one has it all. 

Deep house at its absolute finest.

@sanctuary3

Q. What inspiration did you draw upon when putting this mix together? Is there a sound, feeling, or time/place in dance music history that connects all the different elements in one way or another?

A. We’ve always had our heads locked into the deeper shades of house from the late 90’s to early 00’s, in particular those nostalgic tracks that tap into that spacey special place. The mix is shaped around a bunch of records that resonate that feeling for us, a nod to those dance floor dreamers found late into the night with stars in their eyes.

Q. Are there any records in the mix that are especially close to your hearts, or old favourites that you’ve been keeping up your sleeves for the right moment?

A. The opening track is from Ronin's Night Grooves EP. A firm favourite of ours that we've kept on rotation over the years. And also the last track from Aurora Borealis on FNAC, this one has been on the shelf for long minute, but don't often play it out so it felt right letting it run here.

Q. What’s the latest with your Life Classics parties in Berlin? Do you have some fun nights planned at OHM once again this year, and who have been some of the guests that have blown your minds in recent years, and why?

A. We just had a banging start to another year's residency a couple of weeks back with Telephones. Next month we've got Antal coming through again, he has been a staple of our nights since the A.S.E days and it's always a wild one. Red Greg was definitely a recent highlight, treated us all to a master class deep into the wee hours.

MDC.294 Sanctuary

Floating in alongside the warmer weather, Evie rolls through with an hour of silky delights. Navigating across all eras of dance music, Evie’s palette is awash with Balearic elements, Dream Pop, Street Soul and New Wave. For this selection she leans in with a softer touch, shaping a perfect blend to go hand in hand with an afternoon affogato.

@evieweily

LIFE CLASSICS 64 EVIE

Highlighting his love of uplifting Soul, Disco and Gospel, Matt Ma Moustache rolls out an hour that will keep your head bopping from start to finish. As well as being a heavy collector, Matthieu is also one of the lovely folk behind Fréquence, a mighty fine vinyl bar in the 11th Arrondissement of Paris. Match this with a Negroni Sour from your boy and you’ll be on the road to the happy place in no time.

LIFE CLASSICS 65 MATT MA MOUSTACHE

A live recording taken from one of our opening sets up on the Globus floor at Tresor

Sanctuary Live at Tresor 2023

Marcelino dips back on the downtempo path and carries on with an hour of Gangsta, G-Funk and other bobs. Large lyrics, not overly rude..

Mist Of Trouble

Raised in the heart of the Balearic homeland, Dj Aficionado cruises in at the right moment with an appropriately sun kissed selection. Currently based in Berlin, he has found a cosy corner on Refuge Worldwide where he regularly rides the waves with his show Francachela. Pathing his way through the nightlife, he pushes big-room Balearic sounds around town with Orbita, a freshly minted party he runs alongside Llupe. Recorded in a free flowing manner this offering includes Downtempo, Street Soul, Italo and more to wash down an afternoon Cava and bring in that sunset you’ve been waiting for.

@aficionado_dj

LIFE CLASSICS 67 DJ AFICIONADO

DJ Dreamboy has been steadily carving out his place in the Tokyo Music scene. Spreading his silky selections through Tasty Love, a mix series and club night that centres around only the finest 90's R&B. He recently released his first EP on Time To Play Records, followed by a six-track EP on his own Tasty Love label. This mix showcases a collection of his favorite slow jams, perfect for a relaxed evening with that someone special or a cruise around town with the top down.

@ryo-takada00

LIFE CLASSICS 69 DJ DREAMBOY

Sharing his taste in Boogie, Modern Soul and New Wave, Vadim aka pmresistance whips up some top shelf tunes for number 70 of the series. Parallel to sourcing the heat, Vadim also Djs and releases wax from friends around the world via his label Disco.Very. This mix is saturated with sizzling basslines and heavy vocals so kick it slow to the sounds of pmresistance.

@pmresistance

LIFE CLASSICS 70 PMRESISTANCE

Known for her warm vinyl heavy sets, Ays moves across genres like Jazz, MPB, Boogie, and House with delicate ease. Rooted in the vibrant Rotterdam music scene, her selections are curated with care, bringing both emotion and energy to every mix. As co-host of the disco party Love Transmission, she fosters connection and joy on the dance floor, while her Operator Radio show allows her to share her love for music with a wider audience. This mix showcases some of her recently discovered favorites, spanning Soul, Jazz-Funk, Afro, Gospel, and Disco. Tuck into the sweetness.

@aysdj

LIFE CLASSICS 71 AYS

Bringing in the New Year, Customs take the plunge into their crates and pull out all the goodies to extend that festive feeling. As residents of both Brilliant Corners and Giant Steps, the North East London collective are renowned for their eclectic sets and have been making waves around the globe for many years now. Leaning into their mid tempo gems, this is a seamless ride through Brit Funk, Boogie, Jazz Funk and much more in that pocket. Packed with treats for the whole family, this is sure to get y'all up and running into 2025.

@customs_ldn

LIFE CLASSICS 72 CUSTOMS

Jeremy Castillo rolls in with bag full of swag to deliver a 100 minutes of no-nonsense, sleaze packed joints built for the open road. One of the heads behind San Francisco’s infamous wine hole Bar Part Time, he channels the spirit of cigarette-stained leather booths and dimly lit dance floors into a mix dripping with attitude. Expect Rock-tinged Disco, strutting basslines, and plenty of grit, all primed for a cruise down the boulevard. Whether you’re behind the wheel or perched up at the bar, this one hits like the first sip after a long day on the tools.

@jeremy_castillo

LIFE CLASSICS 73 JEREMY CASTILLO

To mark the release of Small Talk on Forager Records, compilation curator Brandon McMahon shares a mix that drifts through the soft-lit corners of 70s and 80s AOR and yacht rock. Featuring selections from the album alongside other recent favorites, the mix captures the essence of an era without the mainstream recognition. Dreamy guitar lines, warm harmonies, and mellow grooves come together in a laid-back journey through overlooked yet timeless sounds.

@brandon-mcmahon-70000629

LIFE CLASSICS 75 BRANDON MCMAHON

Sanctuary @ The Lot Radio 06-01-2025

Guided by curiosity and a love for musical discovery, Balearic Banana open up their bags of high grade for this edition. Known for their fine taste and genre-blurring sets, Berlin based duo weave worldly treats around a strong Brazilian thread for this mix. The blend reflects their open-eared approach, where anything goes as long as it fits the feeling. Perfectly suited for a warm summer night, this one invites you to kick back and float off into the haze.

@balearicbanana

LIFE CLASSICS 76 BALEARIC BANANA

Delivered with love from Nijmegen, Guus Christian floats in a selection laced with warmth and soul. Co-founder of Blauwdruk a label and club night, as well as a familiar face behind the counter at Marini Records, Guus brings a deep, informed perspective shaped by years of digging and dancefloor devotion. This hour shines a light on US sounds from the late ’70s and early ’80s with Gospel, Disco, taking centre stage infused with some Brazilian joints for good measure. Come along for the ride!

@guuschristian

LIFE CLASSICS 77 GUUS CHRISTIAN

Floating in on the warm waves, Skopje based DJ Soul Case serves up a laid back blend perfect for slow afternoons and sun faded evenings. Known for his work behind Amok Radio, Oubli, and the YouTube channel 50eurogigs, Bojan brings his ear for overlooked gems into sharp focus here. The mix drifts through a wedge of new finds from a recent trip to Brazil, weaving in Hip Hop, R&B, Street Soul, and downtempo disco, stitched together in a relaxed manner. It's the sound of summer on plastic chairs, with an ice cold one in your hand.

@musicsoulcase

LIFE CLASSICS 78 SOUL CASE

Richard Fribert and Giu Nunez present two hours of deep musical exploration, drawing from their archives to uncover rare and unheard treasures. Moving between Brazilian Axé, sounds from Cabo Verde, Trinidad & Tobago, Haiti, Guadeloupe, and more, the mix celebrates joy while echoing histories of resistance and collective strength. Recorded live and fully improvised in Paris, it unfolds as a dialogue—each track responding to the last, building a shared message across borders and eras. With every beat, they breathe new life into overlooked stories, amplifying voices of the past while creating space for connection in the present.

@richardfribert
@giununez

LIFE CLASSICS 79 RICHARD FRIBERT & GIU NUNEZ

Warming things up before Antal sent it home @ Life Classics, OHM Berlin '24

Warming Up for Antal @ Life Classics, OHM Berlin '24

Knocking in with a dance floor centric selection, Vasco lets his “sleazy heart” take the lead as he steers through the sweet and tough, the fast and the obscure for this hour long trip.
Leaning into disco-not-disco lowriders, 80s Italo steppers, and uptempo drum machine workouts, he has packed it full of late night stompers. The Utrecht based DJ, collector and promoter is also one of the chaps behind the infamous club night Weerd. Built for the floor but equally suited to a late night spin the under city lights.

@vasco-vlasveld

LIFE CLASSICS 80 VASCO

Weaving an array of records in storytelling manner, Nevena Jeremić rolls out a delicately crafted mix to accompany the leisurely occasions. Born and based in Belgrade, she’s known for her tasteful, genre blurring selections that glide across a multitude of eras and styles. For this offering, she kept things loose and intuitive, piecing together a musical journey, through a process shaped by patience and care.

@nevena-jeremic

LIFE CLASSICS 81 NEVENA JEREMIĆ

Built on sounds Bevan takes comfort in, this mix is well suited for cosy spaces, warm lighting and a nice brew for when those colder months come around. Taking a leisurely approach, he moves through Reggae, Dub, Lovers Rock, Soul and Funk before gradually picking up the pace to you cutting all the shapes. Based in Amsterdam and part of the Rush Hour Records crew, Bevan channels his ongoing exploration of music and genre connections into a selection made to be enjoyed with loved ones during the holiday season. God bless

@bevandj

LIFE CLASSICS 82 BEVAN

@sam-donnison

London-based, top notch all rounder, Sam Don keeps it local to gather an abundance of UK Soul and laid back disco with relaxed vocals. Whilst keeping busy with his Free Association parties at Brilliant Corners as well as his monthly Netil Radio show, Sam always displays a great representation of his unique record collection and wealth of music knowledge.

TASCAM DR-05

LIFE CLASSICS 12 SAM DON

@fredfades

With thorough foundations in producing and collecting heavy driven cuts, Fredfades draws up a wonderful insight as to what you may hear at Touchdown - a local night run by DirtyHans and himself in Oslo. Fredfades is also an integral element of Mutual Intentions, a label and crew generating their own music and visual arts.

LIFE CLASSICS 28 FREDFADES

@mike-who @planettrip

Mike Who rolls through with a two hour assortment of cuts from across the globe. Including many personal staples, a few hot tips and some new discoveries that are sitting under the radar. Mike also runs Planet Trip - a record label that he started in 2019 as an outlet for new and original music from friends and family around the world. Put on your seatbelt and enjoy the ride.

LIFE CLASSICS 31 MIKE WHO

hit ups > info@lifeclassics.co

Upcoming:
31.12 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
05.12 - Fréquence, Paris
29.11 - Sameheads, Berlin
01.11 - Life Classics w Sanctuary OHM, Berlin
13.09 - Life Classics w Dj Lloyd OHM, Berlin
22.08 - Arkaoda, Berlin
02.08 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
01.06 - The Lot Radio, New York
31.05 - Basement, New York
25.05 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
17.05 - Heideglühen, Berlin
12.04 - Life Classics w Moxie OHM, Berlin
07.03 - Unkompress, Berlin
01.03 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
22.02 - Adriatic Social Club, Split
08.02 - Life Classics w Mendel OHM, Berlin
17.01 - MDC 15 Years @ 24 Moons, Melbourne
2024 -----------------------------
31.12 - Crown Ruler NYE @ High Note, Melbourne
14.12 - Vent, Tokyo
01.12 - Ciranda @ Doka, Amsterdam
22.11 - Nar, Utrecht
09.11 - Life Classics w Hunee OHM, Berlin
18.10 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
12.10 - Septembar, Podgorica
14.09 - Life Classics w DJ Fett Burger OHM, Berlin
20.07 - You Mean So Much, Berlin
22.06 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
21.06 - Fréquence, Paris
08.06 - Heideglühen, Berlin
31.05 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
24.05 - Pardon My French, Berlin
13.04 - Bar Charlie, Munich
06.04 - Life Classics w Antal OHM, Berlin
23.03 - Paloma Bar, Berlin
01.03 - Unkompress, Berlin
17.02 - Life Classics w Telephones OHM, Berlin
26.01 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
2023 -----------------------------
08.12 - Fréquence, Paris
04.11 - Life Classics w Mokeyanju,Trujillo & Moe. OHM, Berlin
21.10 - Vice Versa, Marseille
07.10 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
05.10 - Refuge Radio, Berlin
02.09 - Life Classics w Red Greg OHM, Berlin
19.08 - J.A.W Family Globus/Tresor, Berlin
31.07 - Trevarefest, Henningsvær
21.07 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
14.07 - Life Classics x Cosmic Romance Aeden, Berlin
03.06 - Unkompress, Berlin
27.05 - Kiosk Radio, Brussels
26.05 - Abondance, Antwerp
06.05 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
06.05 - Heideglühen, Berlin
15.04 - Life Classics w Hunee OHM, Berlin
08.04 - Refuge Radio, Berlin
24.03 - Globus/Tresor b2b Chaos In The CBD, Berlin
11.02 - Life Classics w Suze Ijó & Kléo OHM, Berlin
20.01 - Club 77, Sydney
14.01 - The Thorn, Melbourne
13.01 - Waxflower, Melbourne
2022 -----------------------------
19.11 - Le Mazette, Paris
18.11 - Bambino, Paris
17.11 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
05.11 - ASE Finale OHM, Berlin
29.10 - Heideglühen, Berlin
02.10 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
19.08 - OHM, Berlin
24.06 - Bambino, Paris
11.06 - 20/44, Belgrade
10.06 - Lift, Belgrade
06.06 - Heideglühen. Berlin
03.06 - Refuge Radio, Berlin
02.05 - Globus/Tresor, Berlin
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OHM Residency Berlino:
2020 FEB Raphaël Top-Secret
2019 DEC Mark Seven
2019 OCT Antal
2019 AUG Sanctuary & Amila
2019 JUNE Eglo 10y Alex Nut & K15
2019 APRIL Sassy J
2019 FEB Dane & Lauren Hansom
2018 DEC Aybee & Jenifa Mayanja
2018 OCT Robert Bergman
2018 AUG Sanctuary & Amila & Jamie Bennett
2018 JUNE Antal
2018 APRIL Volcov & Patrick Gibin
2018 FEB Sadah Bahar & Lee Collins
2017 DEC Mark Grusane
2017 OCT Hunee
2017 AUG Sanctuary & Amila
2017 JUNE Specter
2017 APRIL Alton Miller
2017 FEB Antal
2016 DEC Alex Nut
2016 OCT Ge-Ology
2016 AUG Patrick Gibin
2016 JUNE Sassy J
2016 MARCH Volcov

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