Soundlanguage spread the and inspired hearts this summer in Johannesburg, South Africa. At this years 2020 Future Frequency Festival, along side Nico Swindt and Oliver Koletski. "We are very excited we had the chance to be blessed with a show in our home town. Just remember.....Be inspired, express yourself and live what you dream!" SL

SoundLanguage @ FUTURE FREQUENCY FESTIVAL 2020

SOUNDLANGUAGE @ FUTURE FREQUENCY 2020

**Riccardo Benigno – Sonic Architect & International Performer**

Riccardo Benigno is a genre-blending DJ, producer, and live performer whose immersive sets traverse the worlds of Afro house, electronica, deep house, breaks, and techno. Born in Johannesburg and based globally, Riccardo has spent over a decade sculpting soundscapes that fuse pulsating percussive grooves, filthy synth basslines, and hypnotic vocal textures.

A graduate of SAE Institute with a BA in Sound Production, Riccardo’s skillset extends far beyond the decks—he’s also a vocalist, synthesist, drummer, and label owner. As the creative force behind multiple aliases (including Themba, SearchingSilence, BeeziR, Bobby Be, efault, B.o.B and Goof) and co-founder of the progressive label and trio *SOUNDLANGUAGE*, his sonic identity is defined by innovation, authenticity, and raw musical energy.

Riccardo’s explosive performances have lit up stages from *Afrikaburn* to *Elrow Barcelona*, *Jungle Experience Thailand*, *VH1 Supersonic India*, and festivals across Colombia, Germany, Norway, Mozambique, and South Africa. He’s supported acts like *Four Tet*, *Stimming*, and *Boris Brejcha*, and has released music through renowned imprints including *Katermukke*, *Kalushi Recordings*, *Nomadiq Music*, and his own *Soundlanguage Records*.

Whether fronting bands like *Terrarium* and *Goof*, collaborating with global artists, or curating transformative DJ sets, Riccardo brings unmatched live energy and spontaneity. Expect a magnetic blend of live vocals, deep rhythmic layers, and technical finesse—every show a unique journey through sound.

One of Cape Town’s biggest electronic exports, DEAN FUEL is part of South Africa’s DJ elite: boasting a stratospheric career highlighted by intuitive performances that inspire, connect & ignite dancefloors around him.

With roots as a vinyl DJ, he has rocked the top festivals and underground clubs all across Africa and beyond for the past 20+ years, embracing his passion for electronic music, making it a life long pursuit! 

Instinctive and versatile, Dean adds ‘fuel’ to dance floor fire every time -- his distinctive intercontinental fusion of genres has travelled the world: from Cape Town through to far-off destinations including: Dubai, Hong Kong, and Macau, and put him alongside literally the world’s biggest names time and time again.

Collaborative releases on various international labels plus top selling local DJ mixes allowed a rapid rise into the highest ranks of his home country – where he continues to break new ground, especially now as founder and label boss of his own boutique imprint - SMAAK Music - shaping the scene he loves – pushing the message – #LetsGoDancing

All authors showcased in my mixes will be credited in my work and kindly note all music has been paid for.

Hugo Is an extremely animated individual and his music supports his personality. Bringing you Futuristic Beats, melodic progressions and magnetic grooves that force you to bring your illegal dance moves. This is a fantastic recipe for a heaving dance floor :)