After staying for over a week in the ancestral village of Ishola (Hekske’s lover) on the misty slopes of the Ruwenzori Mountains, the witches kissed goodbye to their friendly hosts and continued their flight southwards, following their inner compass. Hekske (the little witch) and Falke (the 10-year old witch apprentice) flew over a wide variety of breathtaking landscapes, like the Okavango delta and the thundering Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya). 
While following the Limpopo River, they saw a breathtaking sunset unfold in the west… it was high time to land and find a safe place to spend the night. The witches saw no humans which meant the place was safe. They landed at the foot of a majestic tree, but didn’t have much time to savor the glorious sunset, as a few hungry lions were stealthily approaching them, observing the witches in their long white dresses from close quarter, preparing for a decisive lethal strike. But while looking at the witches, a feeling of tenderness took hold of the lionesses. Instead of attacking, they walked slowly into the direction of the girls, who started to talk with a soft voice to the queens of the jungle. This drew the attention of even more lions and soon they were all lying at the feet of the witches, and Falke played and frolicked with a bunch of lion cubs - who especially loved to play with the girl’s long blond hair (the hair of a young witch is of an indescribable softness). The leader of the pride welcomed the young witches and ordered the other animals to prepare a soft bed of grass for the exhausted girls. And soon the Flemish witches drifted into a blissful sleep in the middle of a circle of lions, whom had never ever experienced a similarly peaceful presence in the plains. 
After a deep, blissful sleep, the witches woke up just before sunrise. Falke quickly realized that the little fluffy thing she was holding tenderly in her arms, was actually a lion cub and when looking around, she saw a lioness watching the two of them with endearment … clearly the cub’s mom. Slowly it dawned to the girl that she had been sleeping in the middle of a circle of lions … easily the best possible protection in the African plains. Despite being far away from her home forest in North-Western Europe, the little witches felt absolutely at ease. They looked around and saw all these wonderful animals roaming on the plains : zebras, antelopes, giraffes and even a herd of elephants in the distance.
A bateleur eagle had spotted the witches and touched down in front of their feet. The girls understood that the bird wanted to take them somewhere and they kissed goodbye to their friends of the lion pride. The eagle flew straight to a nearby forest, and touched down in a clearing where a group of women were waiting for them. These were local witches, but they looked very different from European witches. They were all wearing colorful long clothes. The witches themselves had all kinds of skin colors, ranging from black, brown to white. When Falke said something in Flemish to Hekske, the local witches smiled and started to talk to them in the local Afrikaans language. Hekske and Falke couldn’t believe their ears … this language sounded just like Flemish, but with a more expressive intonation and some funny expressions. They never expected that witches from this part of the world would speak the same language as them. After the welcome hug, the African witches gave an energetic welcome dance, which they would soon teach to their European guests. This place had such a beautiful energy …

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Photo credits : Theodore Mattas

Witchtape #167 | Guest Wizz : LEEP

Step into the immersive soundscape of maaje’s latest mix for BeYond – a sonic journey that invites you to move beyond the surface and into something deeper. Blending atmospheric textures with smooth, thoughtful transitions, Maaje crafts an experience that feels both expansive and deeply personal.

Each layer of sound unfolds with intention, drawing you into a space where time slows down and the mind begins to wander. It’s not just about listening – it’s about feeling, drifting, and exploring your own emotional landscape through sound.

This mix is perfect for late-night reflection, creative flow, or moments when you simply want to escape the noise of the everyday. With every beat, maaje offers a subtle invitation: to let go, tune in, and travel inward.

Enjoy.

Artist ⤵

⟣ maaje 
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/maaje_music
• Spotify: https://shorturl.at/MPuvI
• Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/de/artist/maaje/1147158
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maaje_music/

⟣ Artwork: PACAYA | https://soundcloud.com/pacayapacaya

You can find more wonderful mixes from BeYond here:
➟ https://on.soundcloud.com/5qZsd8i1cdaURbuq9

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With Love ⤵

⟣ BeYond Collective
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/beyondcollectiveberlin
• Spotify: tinyurl.com/2xcynbu3
• Bandcamp: https://beyondcollectiveberlin.bandcamp.com/
• Beatport: beatport.com/label/beyond-collective/100105
• Instagram: instagram.com/beyond_collective_berlin
• Facebook: facebook.com/beyondcollectiveberlin

BeYond with maaje | 35

We let the paths we've walked define us, while the one that truly belongs to us waits in silence - feared, yet forever calling..

Tracklist:
1. Soble – It’s A New Day
2. Soble - Somewhere
3. slow child – Hot Sun (Original mix)
4. maaje & kandilari - SpaceCatSound
5. Myga – What If
6. Fleurie – Soldier (Sydney Seymour Edit)
7. Zedjue, Archikilla – Swamp Mud
8. Myga – Dancing Cloud
9. gingembre – Loving Attention (ft. kcm)
10. Geju - Melkin
11. Gogi – Change (Isaque Solaris Remix)
12. Myga - Neverland
13. Landhouse – Star Light
14. I’m Mady – Wheel of Life (Diereva Remix)
15. I'm Mady - Room 420 (Diereva Remix)
16. Aamiq - Trudge
17. ITWO5 – Unseen (Original Mix)
18. Gasteropod – Dripping Light
19. döb - Aura
20. slow child – Seed Theory (Original Mix)
21. Iorie – Falling Home
22. LVND – Competent (Jati Div Remix)
23. I’m Mady – Flauschdecke (Original Mix)
24. Lorikeet – EOS (slow child Remix)	
25. LVND – Competent (Soble Slow Interpretation Remix)
26. Skydrips & Tiefe Wasser Berlin – Le Cocon

The Art Of Downtempo | 018 | Tao

A sonic journey created for a PSYCHEDELIC BREATH® ritual in collaboration with y.lab Vienna — a space for breath, awareness and transformation. https://www.ylab.at 

This set by Sia Moan is designed to gently open, expand and move you through layers of emotion, sensation and presence. Carefully selected electronic textures, hypnotic grooves and atmospheric soundscapes accompany the powerful breathwork technique, guiding you into altered states of consciousness and inner connection.

Whether you're breathing with a group or solo at home — may this music become a vessel for release, insight and new beginnings.

For bookings, collaborations and DJ/live sets: 📧 booking@bysimonestocker.com 
🌐 https://bysimonestocker.com

Sia Moan x y.lab II PSYCHEDELIC BREATH Ritual

This Month features guest - La Dj https://soundcloud.com/dlozada-1 for the 48th Elysium Cast. (4 Year Edition!)
Enjoy the journey!

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Why “Dionysus Drops”?
I love wine. The taste, the vibration, the historical, centuries-old significance; there’s a reason wine goes way back.

This mixtape was recorded while I slowly drank a cup of red wine and contemplated life … and wine. 😉
I believe Dionysus would dance to this … drop it down while offering wine to everyone. Salud! And keep dancing…

𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙧 𝙀𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙪𝙢, 𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙤 𝙖ñ𝙤𝙨 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙚 𝙨𝙪 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙞ó𝙣! 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙪𝙢 𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙩𝙨’ 4-𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙧𝙮! 🍷

Social links:

instagram.com/ladjcr
facebook.com/ladjdanicr
linktr.ee/ladjcr

La Dj

Elysium Cast #048 La Dj (Dιoɴyѕυѕ Dropѕ)

Akasatki from China takes us on a deep, trippy journey – starting with soulful saxophone, moving through earthy percussion and shimmering melodies.

Rooted in downtempo and rich with ethno textures, the set flows like candlelight through desert winds – feminine, emotional, and full of vibrant colour.

In its final moments, a clear voice rises – carrying a message like a mantra: this is more than music. It’s a calling.

Warm, grounded, and soulfully psychedelic.
Connect with the artist: @akasatkimusic

Slomosensual 90 by Akasatki

Auf seiner intergalaktischen Reise hat Findus ganz schön viele Leckerbassen gefressen und rollt sich jetzt zufrieden im Meowndkrater ein. 
Er dankt für all die musikalischen Streicheleinheiten, die magische (Märchen-)Zeit in der Jurtengalaxie und die Einladung von @beyondcollectiveberlin & das besondere b2b mit @ragtala
Auch vielen Dank an @love-foundation für das tolle AMORE VERSUM <3

b2b ragtala @Skalarfestival 2025 - Katzonauten jagen durchs Amore Versum

Downtown Mixtape7

Undoing Situations

AJ98 - Winter Song

ambient 04

VENUES PLAYED: 

> Mystic Creatures Festival (PL) 
> Cosy Festival (DE)
> Freihgefühl Festival (DE)
> Karierte Katze Festival (DE)
> ECHO Uluwatu (Bali)
> Fox & Badge, London (GB)
> Flucc (Vienna)
> SASS (Vienna)
> The Loft (Vienna)
> Kramladen (Vienna)
> Klub Schwitz (Vienna)
> Upcoming: Petite Bain, Paris (FR)

From a young age, music has been the thread weaving through my life. At just 3 years old, I received a yellow radio with a microphone—singing, recording, and dreaming of performing on stage. After years of exploring different paths, I’ve returned to my first love: music.

Now, as a DJ, electronic live performer and music producer, I channel my deep fascination for sound, emotion and connection into my sets and productions. Music has the power to transport us—to awaken forgotten memories, amplify joy and anchor us in the present.

MY SOUND
On the decks, I craft sensual and immersive journeys through sound, blending genres like downtempo, deep house, organic house, ambient, electronica and hip hop. My sets are designed to evoke deep emotion, spark connection and create dreamlike spaces where people can lose themselves and rediscover their inner worlds.

Beyond DJing, I perform my own tracks in live electronic sets, layering warm synth textures, delicate foley details and deep beats with my voice to create intimate and cinematic soundscapes. I love the unexpected—subtle shifts in texture, organic sounds that breathe and transform and melodies that tell stories.

I believe in the power of music to connect us—not just with each other, but with our emotions, dreams and our own sensuality. I want to create spaces where we can fully embrace life in all its vibrancy. A world that is colorful, diverse and brave.

BOOKING: via DM or booking@bysimonestocker.com