A gift to very special human beings - To celebrate my dear friends opening of their new bakery, I’ve recorded a five hour set that combines anything between downtempo, organic, progressive all the way to deep house. Inspired by their beautiful son, the bakery’s name is Romeo.

Romeo's Five Hours Journey

Shovaav is the Hebrew word for Cheeky, Mischief, Fun

Hen Kalish, also known as Shovaav, has quickly emerged as a vibrant force in New Zealand's underground music scene over the past few years. His contributions range from meticulous DJ sets to event production and engaging live percussion shows, infusing the dancefloor with powerful and colorful energy.

Shovaav has connected with audiences at various festivals, including Shipwrecked Festival, Spirit Festival, Dimension Festival, Abracadabra New Zealand Festival, and Naked in the Trees Festival, drawing from his passion for movement and community.

Hailing from Israel, a cultural melting pot, Shovaav’s musical journey began at an early age. Influenced by a blend of Middle Eastern, Funk, and Electronic music, he cultivated a lively and eclectic musical style that resonates through his performances.

Now residing in Auckland, New Zealand, Shovaav has built a reputation for delivering unforgettable sets that blend familiar classics with contemporary sounds from around the globe, enhanced by his distinctive live percussion and exotic musical elements.

A DJ since the early 1990s playing sounds which span house, tribal and techno - a mix of forward-thinking music with a nod towards classic New York and Detroit sounds. Through the 90s Rob's sets at events and residencies were synonymous with big-room and tribal house sound and he's been a champion of these sounds for almost 30 years.

He's performed at events, clubs and festivals throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, as well as in Australasia, and has been the head of marketing since 2019 for AUM Festival which is one of the largest independent festivals in New Zealand.

Productions for TWISTED Records (Celeda/Danny Tenaglia), Ready Mix Records, and Pure Substance. Compilations mixed for Ready Mix Records and Sony BMG.

Longtime support DJ for Global Underground/Renaissance tours down-under, DJing alongside the likes of Carl Craig, Deep Dish, Steve Lawler, Sasha, Danny Howells, Nick Warren, Pete Heller, Satoshi Tomiie, Sander Kleinenberg, and also for Stacey Pullen, DJ Pierre, Mood II Swing, Terry Francis, Derrick Carter, Phil Asher (RIP) among many.