Karoo | Habitat Arcadia 2022

Velten @ See:tang (Sa Opening), CHAT:EAU .:. 19.08.2023

I had the privilege of performing my first ever live set at the 8th Day of Creation (@8doc_music) at Afrikaburn 2024 between 10-12pm on the Saturday night. The theme of this years Burn was "Creation" and so it felt so fitting to play all original music at this incredible art piece. 

The stage was built by an international team from Berlin and Cape Town, and depicted a pregnant mother with the earth as her belly, a space of renewal, reconnection and rebirth.

I used Ableton Push, Novation Launch Control XL, Akai MPK Mini and Playtronica's touch sensitive midi hardware which I connected to a mushroom to trigger sound.

Thank you to 8Doc for having me as a part of your beautiful stage and thank you to all those who trekked to the far end of the playa to dance with me.

Love and blessings xx

SHMIKESSS (Live Set) - 8th Day of Creation - Afrikaburn 2024

This mix was curated specially for the desert, with organic sounds and sexy vocals guaranteed to set you on a spiritual journey.

AFRIKABURN 2024 @THE FLYING DUTCHMAN || 02.05.2024

Faf&Foos playing at our Oe-Aa-Sies Camp in Tankwa Town, Afrikaburn, on Friday night.

Faf&Foos - OE-AA-SIES - Friday Night @ Afrikaburn 2024

Hippie Mafia Live @ ATB 9 November

Had so much fun opening up the Sunday with some faster BPM's than my usual sets - a few of my new productions thrown in amongst some other amazing artists I admire. 

Video coming soon on youtube.

Enjoy :)

SHMIKESSS @ Habitat Fields of Love - Opening Sunday Funday (16 Feb 2025)

I decided I would try something a little different for this set, pushing my boundary's and experimenting with new sounds.. and holy shit did it go down like fine wine. THAT WAS INSANE. Had quite literally all the fun in the world, performing after legend Tom Baker, from 2:30-4:00am, testing psychedelic soundscapes, faster, whimsically deeper and driving. 

Sheesh, what a trip.

Massive shout out to Pandora for providing me with the platform to try something new - it turned out to be one of my favourite sets ever.

Talia Zaken @ Pandora Awakens // 01.03.2025

first song, need constructive feedback xx

Rhythm

earth style

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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 his own label Tomorrow's Monday Records (@tmrwsmdy), fostering community among Cape Town's growing scene and connecting it with a network that extends across the world. SHMIKESSS is patiently honing his sound in terms of 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
South Africa: michaelsveltman@gmail.com

SHMIKESSS @ Habitat Fields of Love - Opening Sunday Funday (16 Feb 2025)

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