J-KIND is a San Francisco–based DJ/Producer with a fierce love for techno and a deep-rooted passion for creating unforgettable sonic experiences. Known for his eclectic and genre-bending style, J-KIND’s sets move effortlessly between worlds—from deep, hypnotic grooves to funky house rhythms, Afro house, amapiano, tech house, and all the way to peak-time hard techno. He even steps into the ceremonial and expressive realm of Ecstatic Dance, proving his versatility and commitment to connecting with dancers on every level. No matter the setting, his selections create an emotional pull that takes listeners on a journey until their bodies are fully surrendered to the rhythm.

Classically trained on piano, J-KIND blends the structure and emotion of classical composition with the raw intensity of funk, the warmth of soul, the punch of metal, and the narrative flair of hip hop. This fusion shapes a signature aesthetic—unpredictable yet cohesive, refined yet rebellious.

Drawing heavy inspiration from 90s legends like Sven Väth, Daniel Bell, Terry Francis, Richie Hawtin, and Mark Farina, J-KIND has been a staple in the underground scene since 2001. He cut his teeth in the Bay Area rave circuit, rocking dance floors from San Francisco to Europe, and built a reputation through residencies at iconic SF venues including Temple, Bad Habits (now Monroe), Bubble Lounge, and his long-running role with Burning Man’s Airpusher Collective.

More recently, J-KIND has been spending considerable time in Da Nang, Vietnam, immersing himself in the country’s emerging electronic music culture. He’s become a familiar name at standout venues such as SAGA, Maia Beach Bar, and The Roof, where he brings his cross-genre sound to diverse audiences along the coast. His creative expansion in Vietnam also includes collaborations with local and international artists—including Bytz—further fueling his mission of bringing great music to people everywhere.

Now holding a monthly residency at Ibiza Stardust Radio, J-KIND continues to blend the old and the new, whether spinning vinyl or crafting journeys on CDJs. To him, DJing is pure art—an alchemy of energy, intuition, and storytelling that transforms two tracks into something entirely its own.

His production journey reached an early milestone with his debut EP Beautiful Life on Mioli Music in 2015, followed by the acclaimed single Change of Tides. As co-founder of Yes! Records, his 2023 release Boundaries EP—with remixes from Emanate and Franccessco Cardenas—cemented his presence in the global techno landscape.

Catch him live and you’ll understand: J-KIND is more than a DJ. He’s a vibe, an energy, and a force. When he’s behind the decks, it’s not just a party—it’s an experience.

Appearances:
10/28/2023 - Dusk2Dawn w/ Vintage Culture, The Midway, San Francisco, CA
10/21/2023 - Decompression, The Great Northern, San Francisco, CA
7/22/2023 - Steampunk Masquerade, Public Works, San Francisco, CA
7/2/2023 - Sierra Meadows Festival, Awahnee, CA
5/29/2023 - The End Up, San Francisco, CA
5/25/2023 - Airpusher Flyby, 7th West, Oakland, CA
5/21/2023 - Mars Mar, San Francisco, CA
4/15/2023 - Yes! Records Launch Party, San Francisco, CA
4/8/2023 - ResurEGGStion, Brix 581, Oakland, CA
3/16/2023 - Ibiza Stardust Radio, 8pm PST
3/11/2023 - Mioli Music 10 Year Anniversary, The Great Northern, San Francisco
2/23/2023 - Airpusher Flyby, 7th West, Oakland, CA
2/11/2023 - Deep Red Underground, San Francisco, CA
2/8/2023 - Ibiza Stardust Radio, Online Broadcast
1/6/2023 - Capricorn Party, Asiento, San Francisco, CA
12/23/2022 - Mioli Music 12 Year Holiday Party, San Francisco, CA
10/31/2022 - Tales from the Crypto, San Francisco, CA
9/17/2022 - Kausmic Festival, Sierra Mountains, CA (Cancelled)
9/10/2022 - Mioli Music Afterhours, SF, CA
8/18/2022 - Airpusher Flyby, 7th West, Oakland, CA
8/5/2022 - Faultradio.com, SF, CA
7/30/2022 - MPYRE Strikes Back! Monterey Burn, Monterey, CA
7/28/2022 - Oakland Art Library, Starline, Oakland, CA 
7/21/2022 - Cheshire Alley Burning Man Fundraiser, Lions Den, SF CA
7/16/2022 - Steampunk Masquerade, Public Works, SF CA
7/15/2022 - Private Campout, Mendocino, CA
6/6/2022 - Mioli Music After Hours, SF
6/5/2022 - Fantasy Island feat. Daniel Bell - The Midway, SF
5/6/2022 - Audacious - Cairo Jazz Club, Egypt
4/22/2022 - DJ Koze + Roman Flugel, 1015, San Francisco, CA
3/17/2022 - Airpusher Flyby, 7th West, Oakland, CA 
12/31/2021 - New Bohemia, The Mint SF, San Francisco, CA
11/12/2021 - First Contact, Nocturne X, Grey Area, San Francisco, CA
10/30/2021 - Haunted Hoedown, The Great Northern, San Francisco, CA
10/23/2021 - VIIA Experience, USS Hornet, Alameda, CA
10/9/2021 - Disco Katz & Vibe Tribe @ BARbarella, San Francisco, CA
9/3/2021 - Something Else Campout, Mendocino, CA
8/28/2021 - Oasis Experience, Todos Santos, Mexico
8/6/2021 - Gamma, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
7/31/2021 - Gamma, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
5/2/2021 - "Connect" - Livestream
3/13/2021 - DIGGIN' DEEP 12hr Livestream by Uniting Souls
2/28/2021 - Synaesthesia Collective BLM Fundraiser 
11/19/2020 - Airpusher Flyby NOVEMBER - Fundraiser with Anti Police-Terror Project - San Francisco, CA
10/18/2020 - Mioli Music Season Closer - The Midway SF
8/22/2020 - Neurodancer Streaming Party - August Edition! twitch.tv/3DegreesSF 
8/15/2020 - STREAMpunk Masquerade (Airpusher + The Midway)

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