Listening Session w/ Matthew Halsall
Based in Manchester, Halsall is known for being one of the leading artists of today’s UK jazz scene. Starting off by playing the trumpet in his early age, he has evolved not only into an extraordinary trumpeter, but also into an outstanding producer and composer whose distinct sound draws on foundations of spiritual jazz, meditative music, sample-fuelled electronica as well as global percussive influences. After releasing nine delicately composed albums and founding his label Gondwana Records in 2008, Halsall and his band headlined London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall last year - a manifestation of a career spent transcending boundaries and always bringing a singular, and yet ever-changing, perspective.

In our conversation, Halsall shares how his musical journey began as a passionate listener, and how the first instrument he experimented with was not the trumpet.

Watch here the Kasheme Conversations of Matthew Halsall:
https://youtu.be/qW1G9A2e2t8

Stay tuned for more!
Kasheme Conversations next month with Neal Sugarman

TASCAM DR-40X

Listening Session w/ Matthew Halsall

Selecting delicious music on a Sunday afternoon at beautiful Kasheme in Zurich, Switzerland


 (13th October 2024)

Kasheme Livingroom Sunday

Each day and night are different, the people, the mood, the emotions... This was planed to be an emotional freedom ride but life is not always happening the way it is planed. So the result of this session is an "emotional ride". Openness is the key and accepting the situation as it is, seeing the good in it, seeing the opportunity to learn and grow... The night of 14.12.2024 was an emotional ride and so was the whole year. I am thankful for each lesson I've learned and there were many! Thankful for every night I was invited to my beloved Kasheme to express my emotions with music. Thankful for the people I've met and who understand what story I am trying to tell... And yes the cover picture is on purpose because seeing life from another perspecitve sometimes can help ;-) wishing you a happy ending of 2024 and a good start into a transformative new year! Let's do this!

Thank you for listening to my music. Feel free to leave a comment and share your emotions with me...

Kasheme - Emotional Ride at the Gallery w/Ajele 14.12.2024

Listening Session w/ Bill Brewster

Bill Brewster is a celebrated DJ, music historian, and author known for his deep knowledge of dance music culture and eclectic, genre-spanning DJ sets. Co-author of the seminal book Last Night a DJ Saved My Life with Frank Broughton, Brewster has chronicled the history of DJing and club culture through his writing, including the acclaimed The Record Players. As a co-founder of DJHistory.com and curator of compilations like After Dark on Late Night Tales, he has earned a reputation as a tastemaker and archivist of rare and classic records. With decades of experience behind the decks and a passion for uncovering hidden musical gems, Brewster remains a pivotal figure in the global dance music scene.
Listen to Brewster as he shares the story of how his DJ career began at house parties in New York, reveals his personal favorite music genre, and explains why Kalabrese was the reason he came to Zurich.

Watch here the Kasheme Conversations of Bill Brewster
https://youtu.be/DKc3sidsbdg

thx to Bill:
https://soundcloud.com/billbrewster

Stay tuned for more!
Kasheme Conversations next month with LAARAJI

Listening Session w/ Bill Brewster

From an early age on Joaquin Joe Claussell’s favorite time was devoted to listening to music.

Claussell began to periodically transform his childhood bedroom into a sound vessel in which he and his brother Jose were taken on trips to other worlds and galaxies.

A few years ago, Claussell created a 2-hour radio session and extended „An Invitation to Openness“ to anyone interested in audibly visiting his listening chamber-filled with an immerse library of sounds and rhythms deeply rooted in eclectic genres of music.

„An Invitation To Openness“ is simply an alternate channel that can be opened by anyone who has the capacity to listen in the way of putting their ego aside and simply allow their senses to engage into something different.

AN INVITATION TO OPENNESS | LISTENING SESSION
W/ JOE CLAUSSELL (NYC) - Live recorded at Kasheme on Sunday 23th of April 2024 - 7pm

An Invitation to Openness | Stories by Joaquin "Joe" Claussell | April 24'

Live Session w/ Laraaji at Kunstraum Walcheturm
in collaboration with Noise Reduction & MushRoom

Laraaji is a New York-based musician and sonic mystic renowned for his ethereal, zither-driven ambient soundscapes. He first gained widespread recognition with his 1980 album Ambient 3: Day of Radiance, produced by Brian Eno as part of Eno’s influential Ambient series. Blending elements of Eastern mysticism, drone, and transcendental meditation, Laraaji’s improvisational style has made his music a cornerstone of the ambient and healing music community. Rooted in joy and mindfulness, his deep spiritual philosophy extends beyond music to transformative practices like laughter meditation, sound healing and yoga. With his uplifting presence, Laraaji continues to inspire and elevate listeners worldwide.
In our conversation, Laraaji explores why sound is a deeply spiritual experience and shares the story of how he discovered the zither, the instrument that would become his signature.

Watch here the Kasheme Conversations of Laraaji
https://youtu.be/1wn71dWyybE

Watch here the Live Session of Laraaji at Kunstraum Walcheturm
https://www.youtube.com/live/yjnl-aDdx2M?si=UiueUFtDaH6RQPMz

Stay tuned for more!
Kasheme Conversations next month with DJ Amir

Live Session w/ Laraaji

Listening Session w/ DJ Amir

Amir Abdullah is a highly respected American DJ, curator, music historian, sample digger, and producer. His passion for jazz catapulted him into the spotlight as one half of the iconic mixtape and DJ duo, Kon & Amir. With his own label, 180-Proof Records, founded in 2011, he further solidified his place in the music industry and continues to push the boundaries of adventurous music, uncovering forgotten artists and sounds ever since. He recently executive produced Strata Records – The Sound of Detroit, reimagined by Jazzanova, a project that highlights his expertise and dedication to preserving musical history and fostering education.
In this conversation, DJ Amir talks about his profound connection to Hip Hop and lets us in on his exciting upcoming projects and collaborations.

“My friends at the same age of 7 or 8 years old would go spend money on ice cream and candy. I would spend money and go buy records.”

Watch here the Kasheme Conversations of DJ Amir
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIRppk7FG6c

Stay tuned for more!
Kasheme Conversations next month with SHUYA OKINO

Listening Session w/ DJ Amir

Listening Session w/ Shuya Okino

Shuya Okino is a globally recognized DJ, producer, and cultural icon, best known as one half of Kyoto Jazz Massive, Japan’s pioneering jazz and electronic music duo. A passionate advocate for Japanese club culture, he skillfully blends the influences of jazz and electronic music, connecting audiences around the globe and across different musical landscapes. In addition to his work with Kyoto Jazz Massive, Okino is the founder of the renowned music venue The Room in Tokyo and is also an accomplished author and music curator.
On his second visit to our Livingroom, we sat down with Shuya to talk about his experience at Kasheme and his aspiration to create soundscapes for all kinds of public spaces.

Watch here the Kasheme Conversations of Shuya Okino
https://youtu.be/fkzE_AtH4z4

Stay tuned for more!
Kasheme Conversations next month with GE-OLOGY

Listening Session w/ Shuya Okino

KRESHNIK 
LIVINGROOM
17.04.25
PEACE
https://www.instagram.com/nick_mazrekaj/

Kreshnik | Livingroom 17.04.25

- The Goldcast 134 - 

An eclectic journey recorded live at the beautiful Kasheme in Zurich 2019

The Goldcast 134 (Jul 18, 2025) live at Kasheme 2019

Resident Dj/Booker @piknikmusical
Planet Dancer

BOOKINGS:
- The Red Room Agency -
Kelli@TheRedRoomAgency.com

Kasheme is where Music and People come together. Our vision is to create a culture around conscious listening not only to music but to each other.

A space that invites us all to slow down and enjoy the moment together. Always guided by the healing power of music that connects people beyond borders and cultures.

Thank you for listening to my mixes! I love receiving your feedback...
Next:
12.06.25 Playground AI Festival, Zurich

“Looking back at 30 years of nightlife, I wouldn’t want to miss anything I have experienced, because it got me to where I am right now. 
I have traveled trough different styles – house, break beats, drum and bass, techno, jazz... because music has no boundaries.”

As a daughter of a Swiss mother and a Ghanaian father, Ajele was born and raised in Switzerland, where, at the age of eighteen, she got introduced to the electronic music scene. Soon she realized there were hardly any female DJs. Now that was something she strived to change! The decision was made and the first records, decks and a mixer were bought. Vinyl shopping became an addiction and playing them a passion. 

Since 1996 she’s an inherent part of Zurich’s electronic music scene and her versatile and solid music style has given her many opportunities to open the night.

Please send your booking request via direct message.

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