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On the title track from his upcoming fifth album 'Mimose,' acclaimed German electronic musician and multi-hyphenate producer @parraforcuva does what he does best - conjure a sweeping, hypnotic aural experience driven by crisp, dazzling percussion coloured with melodic textures and hooks, a sort of otherworldly groove that speaks toward the wanderlust that belies the soul of his music. Renowned for a distinct sense of worldliness, his music, combined with stunning visuals, creates a magical realm where the resonance of Caribbean steel drums may intertwine with ancient Zimbabwean instruments and transports the listener to distant lands. The artist’s upcoming album promises to follow suit, with his newest project produced during his recent travels and is subsequently titled after the German Mimose, a flower that blooms in Italy, where the majority of the tracks were brought to life. 

Tracklist: 
Mimose - Parra for Cuva
Moonlight Invasion - Tribal Need
iMali - Zakes Bantwini, Karyendasoul, Nana Atta
Mano Mano - Thee Suka ( Notre Dame Remix)
Pulsing - Fejka
Satisfied - Catching Flies
Tell me - Felix Raphael, Yannek Maunz, Feral Garden
3AmStillAlive - orbit ( Parra for Cuva Remix )
Artifacts - Rezident
Zagara - PALLADIAN
The fair - Il:lo
Sierra - PALLADIAN


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PLAYY. Mix #183 - Parra For Cuva

With foundations in house and techno, Polish duo @catzndogz have been creating spaces and sounds of magic for the past two decades, mixing bright disco and deep house elements, sexy vocals and bold, spoken phrases. This stylish aesthetic has landed them in lineups in the best spots worldwide, from Miami to Ibiza to Berlin. They’ve caught the ears of top artists in the industry, remixing and working with names like Shakira, Rufus Du Sol, and Roisin Murphy. Maybe it's the combination of a collaborative outlook on production, a dedication to the craft, or an innate sense of innovative, dance-inducing sounds that has earned Catz ‘n Dogz, their well-deserved international praise and a devoted following. Or maybe it’s just magic.

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PLAYY. Mix #184 - Catz 'n Dogz

Part of @duskymusic's @17-steps label's 10 year anniversary compilation 'Floor To Floor,' enigmatic duo UpstairsPeople provide us with an exclusive mix. 

Tracklist: 

UpstairsPeople - ID
Dejector - Light (Sensu Remix) 
Detwiler - You & I
Them - Can’t 001
M4A4 - Starbeam (Interplanetary Criminal Remix)
Dreem - Swat
Human Movement - Yu
Overmono - bby 
AV AV AV - Baby
DJ Planet Express - Face
Icarus - Dominoes
UpstairsPeople - Rules (unreleased)
Dusky - Eros (Interplanetary Criminal Remix)
Yemi & Edward White - Arrival
Ivy Lab - Backshifting 
UpstairsPeople - ID

PLAYY. Mix #185 - Upstairs People

https://soundcloud.com/realkica entered the electronic music scene at 14 in Smederevo, Yugoslavia, and later gained global recognition as an athlete and event organizer. His DJ career began at 27 in Dubai, where he quickly became a prominent figure in the house music scene. In 2024, he launched KICA Records, debuting with a single featuring Yohani. His career includes notable releases such as "Nine Nine," "Mai Mai," and top-charting tracks with Baikonur Recordings and Beatport, including "Mini - Radio Edit" and "Caje Caje."

Tracklist: 
1.Clyde P - Moody Mood (Original Mix) [CUFF]
2.Chicks Luv Us, EdiP - Nuthin' On (Extended Mix) [Kaluki Musik] 
3. Nick Morgan - Shook Part 3 (Original Mix) [Calamar Records]
4.Giulio Cadri - Ride (Extended Mix) [Materialism]
5.Trentz - Lighthouse (Original Mix) [Ladeep]
6.18462197_Travieza_(Original Mix)
7.Luciano, Stigmaz - Travieza
8.Davide Marsala - El Ron
9.Julio Bravo, Joaquin Ranz - Say My Name (Original Mix)
10.Late Delivery, Blas Cordero- Midtown (Original Mix)
11. KICA - Bad M ( UNRELEASED )
12. FØRO, Davide Marsala - Got Two Feet [Habitat]
13.  Joe Vanditti - Turn Me Up_(Original Mix)
14. Mene - That's Right (Original Mix)
15.Stefano Crabuzza, Alfrenk - Que Paso (Original Mix)
16. Qubiko, Denis Ago, Havoc & Lawn - Swat (Havoc & Lawn Remix) [qude]
17. GOLFOS - OFF THE HOOK (NYC EXTENDED MIX) [GOLFO TRAXX]

PLAYY. Mix #186 - KICA

Emerging from the depths of blurry nightlife, @avemsdream's signature sound can best described as textured, driving and passionate. Growing alongside Basel-based imprint LOKD, the Swiss producer, DJ and live act has had a significant impact on the Downtempo scene, spearheading a novel sound. His mixtape for PLAYY reflects this, as well as AVEM's continuous evolution, pulling from deep, sensual house and hypnotic progressive. 

Tracklist:
01 Philipp Johann Thimm & Raphael Hofman – Baby’s Dreamride (AVEM Remix)
02 Arutani – New Beginnings [unreleased]
03 O/Y – Tricky II
04 Arutani ft. Sea Change – We Don’t Know (AVEM Remix) [unreleased]

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PLAYY. Mix #187 - AVEM

@dioraaaa, a Cape Town gem now residing in Amsterdam, is a force and vision. Blending many genres together to create enticing and euphoric stories through her sonics, her eclectic and cutthroat approach to dance music is matched only by her own fierceness. Her 'Warrior Doll' mix for PLAYY. is a multigenre journey "about a vulnerable warrior doll who sheds a tear but she gets up because everyday is another day and a fight. This is DIORA in a nutshell. She makes music dance but to also feel like you are the highest version of yourself when you’re listening."

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PLAYY Mix #188: Diora

A creative that wears many hats including throwing parties and making music, DJ @lelowhatsgood describes his gqom driven sound as experimental, underground, innovative, and dark, which emanates through his recently released EP, ‘Next Level.’ But his work extends beyond the decks and the DAWs. Lelowhatsgood is an essential contributor to the representation and visibility of queer creatives in the South African entertainment industry. As one of the founders of Vogue Nights Jozi, he is a pioneering voice in the creation of safe spaces for the LGBTQI+ community and an instigator of queer excellence.

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PLAYY. Mix #189: Lelowhatsgood

Austrian DJ and producer https://soundcloud.com/stefanobermaier is renowned for his unique sonic palette and over 15 years in the industry. His music, supported by legends like Carl Cox, John Digweed, Solomun, and Dubfire, blends deep, soulful, and energetic sounds that resonate globally. Rooted in funk, jazz, and Vienna’s 90s music scene, Stefan began performing live electronic sets at just 17, later signing with Universal Music. His award-winning productions, released on labels like Armada and !K7, combine soulful organic elements with forward-thinking tech energy, solidifying his place as an electronic music pioneer.

Tracklist:

01 - Fairtone - Nocturne (Go Deeva)
02 - Modbit - Yawoko (Maneki Neko)
03 - Morning Elegance - Fuego (Lost Miracle)
04 - D-Nox & DJ Zombi - Sanctuary Of Love (Taleman Remix) (Songuara)
05 - Stefan Obermaier - Siente (A Tribe Called Kotori)
06 - M.e.m.o. - Baru (Mobilee)
07 - Modd & Metanoya - Above The Sky (Kindisch)
08 - Pambouk - Hidden Faces (Hoomidaas)
09 - Space Food - Camelia (Aboriginal)
10 - Gheist - Frequent Tendencies (Bar 25)
11 - Aikon - Heroes (Exploited)
12 - Weval - Are You Real (Technicolour)

PLAYY. Mix #190: Stefan Obermaier

Tracklist:
1. Rinzen – Burnin’ feat Shallou (Tim Engelhardt Mix)
2. Humnial – Lucid
3. Maz’n – Without (Ron Flatter Rmx) unreleased
4. Dyzen – She Likes
5. Ron Flatter – Diamond
6. Sultan & Shepard – Hypercycle
7. Issac – Youth
8. Helsloot, Jono McCleery – One Step (Monkey Safari Rmx)
9. Ron Flatter – Orange Rebel
10. Sebastien Leger – Pakpak
11. 9OASES – New Ballad

PLAYY. Mix #191: Ron Flatter

https://soundcloud.com/genesiofc is a boundary-pushing artist and producer whose sound is as bold as his vision. Known for fusing genres like electronic, hip-hop, and alternative pop, his music is a pulsating blend of emotion, innovation, and storytelling. Despite his relatively recent arrival on the scene, the Italian DJ and producer already boasts nearly 100 million streams, multiple Beatport Top 10 spots, releases on major labels like REALM, Tomorrowland Music, and Insomniac, and ranking #44 on 1001 Tracklist’s Top Producers of 2024.

1. Funkerman - Speed Up (Ben Sterling Extended Remix)
2. John Summit, Venbee - Palm of my hands (Odd Mob Extended Remix)
3. GENESI x Laherte - Pleasure (Extended Mix) MT
4. Miss Dre - Nasty Girl
5. GENESI, Wave Wave, Roland Clark - Phones Down (Extended Mix) 
6. Carl Bee - Flava Selekta (Diynamic)
7. ID -ID
8. Tigerblind - Rock The House
9. Liva K - The Drill (Original Mix)
10. MEDUZA, Ayrton Senna - A Vitoria 
11. GENESI & Kino Todo - Criminals Move In Silence (Extended)
12. Westend x Matt Sassari - Don't Look Back 
13. Max Styler, Clüb De Combat - On Repeat (Extended Mix)
14. Michael Jackson - Thriller (Pekka Edit)
15. Tini Gessler-Kinda Magic

PLAYY. Mix #192: GENESI

In an exclusive interview with renowned DJ and producer https://soundcloud.com/dj-pantelis, we chat to the Greek electronic stalwart about how he develops his unique sound and he walks us through a day in the recording studio. DJ Pantelis has been a DJ since the age of 15-years-old and has been performing professionally for 30 years.

Tracklist:
1. Vitalii Gridnev - Sometime in Childhood (Original Mix) 
2. Cosmonaut, K Loveski - Ipanema (Pumbum Extended Remix) 
3. Arshakyan - Opal (Original Mix)
4. Den Macklin - The Sunbeam (Extended Mix) 
5. Don Creek - Magic Sea (Original Mix) 
6. Mayro - Colorful World (Soul Navi Remix) 
7. Miroshin - Serenity (Extended Mix) 
8. blondewearingblack, Elliot Moriarty - I Can't Abandon (St.Ego Remix) 
9. PROFF, M.O.S. - Namtso (Original Mix) 
10. George Alhabel - Sense of Nonsense (Molac Remix)

PLAYY. Mix #193: DJ PANTELIS

Hailing from the cultural hub of Lisbon, https://soundcloud.com/di-venitto has become a cornerstone of Portugal’s electronic music scene, with a career that began in 1997 and spans decades of innovation and artistry. Renowned for his versatility, his sets now focus on a captivating blend of Melodic and Organic House, showcasing his unique ability to craft unforgettable experiences for his audience.

PLAYY. Mix #197: Divenitto

Melodic and progressive maestro https://soundcloud.com/teho returns with the Deluxe Edition of Shifting, his third studio album and most introspective work to date, released on 13 December 2024. This expanded release features stunning remixes by artists like Oxia, Moritz Hofbauer, and Lauren Mia, alongside two exclusive tracks, ‘Fracture’ and ‘Never Look Back’. Through this album, Teho embarks on a deeply personal journey, confronting fears, anxieties, and traumas while seeking inner peace.

PLAYY. Mix #194: Teho

We caught up with eclectic German duo https://soundcloud.com/justemmaoffical, who are masters at weaving together different worlds with their distinct take on house and deep house. In the interview we chat to them about their creative process, how they go about developing their sound, and what a typical day in the studio looks like. Stream their exclusive mix for PLAYY. Mag!

PLAYY. Mix #195: Just Emma

In an interview with rapidly rising Argentinian artist https://soundcloud.com/whoelseofficial, he shares how his craft has developed, the importance of reading the crowd while performing and he unveils an exclusive mix. DJ Mag Latinoamérica dubbed him as one of the top South American producers, while he’s had releases on Get Physical, Universal Music, Defected and Knee Deep In Sound.

PLAYY. Mix #196: WHO ELSE

https://soundcloud.com/binaryh, the dynamic duo of Rene and Camila, has become a driving force in the global electronic music scene. Renowned for their meticulous precision and emotional depth, they’ve earned praise from legends like Tale of Us, ARTBAT, and Adriatique, solidifying their status as Brazil’s premier melodic techno act. In 2022, they joined the prestigious Afterlife roster, releasing their track Seyfert on the Unity Pt III compilation and performing at Hi Ibiza, further cementing their place among techno’s elite. With groundbreaking hybrid DJ sets and performances spanning Brazil’s top clubs and international stages in Germany, China, and Argentina, BINARYH continues to push the boundaries of live electronic music.

Tracklist:
1. Oscar L, Max Styler -Addiction (Original Mix)
2. Jan Blomqvist, Rodriquez Jr. -Destination Lost (Andrea Oliva Extended Remix)
3. Jerome Isma-Ae & Sandeep Pai -Nightfall (Original Mix)
4. Binaryh - Walking On The Clouds (Original Mix)
5. Matt, Juan Brizuela - Endless Motion (Original Mix)
6. Binaryh - Sarcasm Song (Original Mix)
7. John Summit, Paige Cavell -Tears feat. Paige Cavell (Max Styler Extended Mix)
8. Waltervelt, kiko - The Sound (Original Mix)
9. Adam Sellouk , DORIANN - ID
10. Mmyylo - The Curve (Original Mix)
11. Max Styler, Jem Cooke - Lose Your Mind (Extended Mix)
12. Massano - Cybernova (Original Mix)
13. Marc DePulse -Amps

PLAYY. Mix #198: Binaryh

Dutch producer and DJ, https://soundcloud.com/elmundomusicpage has been at the forefront of electronic music for over two decades. Since moving to Berlin he’s cultivated a sound that encompasses deep, rhythmic textures and suave melodic soundscapes. 
El Mundo entered the electronic music scene as a DJ in Nijmegen in 2002, and soon started producing music with Satori, gaining international acclaim as the duo El Mundo & Satori. By 2012, he pursued a solo career in Berlin, where he developed his distinct sound, met and began collaborating with instrumentalist/ vocalist Zazou, while founding his label, Quetame. Read our interview with the artist below, and stream his exclusive mix!

Tracklist:
1. Singhara - Na Brisa
2. Sam Farsio - No Limits
3. Nohan - Poets of the Night (Eli Nissan Remix)
4. Satori - Maghrabi
5. Milam - Radiant North (Cloz Remix)
6. El Mundo & Zazou - No More Dancing in the Dark
7. Markus Homm - Abiola
8. Prince Terrible - Conmigo (Zombies in Miami Remix)
9. Mo Black, Gruwski - Voyager
10. Tripolism, Nandu - Sunrise

PLAYY. Mix #199: El Mundo

Marco AS, one of Brazil’s pioneering electronic music producers, has been at the forefront of the global electronic scene since the early '90s. His collaboration with Richie Hawtin's Minus Records and Items & Things led to the release of iconic EPs like Espaço & Tempo, making him the only Brazilian artist to grace the label. In 2025, he’s back with a brand-new EP, Genesis, marking the next exciting chapter of his career.

Tracklist:
Marco AS live @ studio - tracklist
1 Marco AS - Quadrant B
2 Marco AS - Vector Begin
3 Click Box - Helen In The Keller - Marco AS rework
4  Click Box - Wake Up Call - Marco AS rework
5 Marco AS - Multiple Dividers
6 Marco AS - Untitled Improvisation
7 Marco AS - Genesis
8 Marco AS - Untitled Improvisation
9 Marco AS - Optar
10 Marco AS - Red Trauma
11 Marco AS - Random Dynamic
12 Marco AS - Driven By You rework


PLAYY. Mix #200: Marco AS

@brvnov is the bold new venture of Bruno Vieira, a boundary-pushing multi-instrumentalist from Pernambuco. A lifelong ally of the guitar and electric guitar, he carved his name into Brazil’s electronic scene in the 2000s as Bruno V, lighting up stages at Skol Beats, Creamfields, and beyond. 

After a hiatus, he roared back with DuoProp, opening for legends like Hardwell, David Guetta, and Armin Van Buuren, and taking the stage at Tomorrowland Brazil 2015. Now, back on home soil and fully recharged, he reinvents himself as BRVNOV, fusing fresh sonic landscapes with eclectic collaborations—proving his creative fire burns brighter than ever. Stream BRVNOV's exclusive PLAYY. Mag mix now !

Tracklist:

1. BRVNOV - Into Nothing (BRVNOV Rework - 2025) 
2. BRVNOV  - Supernova 
3. Hernan Cattaneo - Love is Coming Back (BRVNOV Remix) 
4. Arodes, Redd  - Use Somebody 
5. Chicane  - Halcyon (BRVNOV Remix)
6. Depeche Mode  - It’s No Good (TIefstone Remix)
7. BRVNOV - Nomad 
8. BRVNOV - Solar Storm 
9. Rodriguez Jr, Jan Blomqvist  - Destination Lost  
10. BRVNOV  - Bloom

PLAYY. Mix #201: BRVNOV

@gabriel-brasil-live, a São Paulo native and sonic innovator, blurs the lines between studio precision and dance floor energy with electrifying live sets. As a key figure in D.O.C Records, the label curated by the legendary Gui Boratto, he’s reshaping electronic music with his fearless, genre-defying sound. His latest EP, *Unknown*, immerses listeners in hypnotic textures that captivate both the club and the subconscious. When not dazzling with solo work, he leads Lo-Kaus, a live duo blending psychedelic sonorities with deep techno, and champions Brazil’s It’s A-Live Festival, celebrating live electronic performances. With standout sets at Ame, Universo Paralelo, and ADE, and his latest track *Devotion* already making waves, Gabriel Brasil’s journey is just beginning — and it’s bound to leave a lasting mark on the global scene.

Tracklist:
Gabriel Brasil - Cluster Memory (unreleased)
Gabriel Brasil - De Los Mares (The Vanguard)
Gabriel Brasil - Life Has it’s trials (unreleased)
Gabriel Brasil - Midnight Meeting (DOC Records)
Gabriel Brasil - Left Handed bassist (unreleased)
Lo-Kaus - Devotion (Tune City)
Gabriel Brasil - Hardwire (DOC Records)
Gabriel Brasil - Dry Season (unreleased)
Gabriel Brasil - untitled 5 (unreleased)
Gabriel Brasil - Angled (DOC Records)
Gabriel Brasil - Gentle reminder (Things might change; Trumpet version) (unreleased)

PLAYY. Mix #202: Gabriel Brasil

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