Anyma ÆDEN Shanghai : When the Screen Becomes the Show

<h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-size: x-large;"><b> EVENT REVIEW | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </b></span></h3><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-size: large;">Anyma Presents ÆDEN Shanghai 2026 Debut Was Built For Spectacle, But The Crowd Treated It Like Content | Think In Electronic Review</span></h1><h2><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>A visual masterpiece undermined by endless phone screens and indifferent energy </i></span></span></h2><div><span><span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #444444; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #444444; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28fi1FcaQPnSBw5lcUSfgogZ94k9wdEs5R04GYYouH_lbZJ2TIGIp-vpe-jihxvFrTY5t44GYNwvf5ZxOSO24pkfBGPwR00nmzp49OBnpErJH8eEPK_nuwCZVJl9CG8FdiJAOA8WZykyV8zBoAnFkQV8VepllA-mEALm8mIUq-GEqm4ZwCIQOTGXj2rUC/s1440/Anyma_presents_%C3%86den_Shanghai_2026_review_think_in_electronic.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Anyma performing at ÆDEN Shanghai with crowd filming on phones" border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1080" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28fi1FcaQPnSBw5lcUSfgogZ94k9wdEs5R04GYYouH_lbZJ2TIGIp-vpe-jihxvFrTY5t44GYNwvf5ZxOSO24pkfBGPwR00nmzp49OBnpErJH8eEPK_nuwCZVJl9CG8FdiJAOA8WZykyV8zBoAnFkQV8VepllA-mEALm8mIUq-GEqm4ZwCIQOTGXj2rUC/s16000-rw/Anyma_presents_%C3%86den_Shanghai_2026_review_think_in_electronic.png" /></a></div><br /><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><b>Anyma</b> has been on our radar for years. Long before the <b>Sphere</b> and long before <b>ÆDEN</b>, there was<a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2015/02/toy-toy-bridges-for-music-presents-tale.html" target="_blank"><b> Tale of U</b>s</a> in 2015, a formative set that landed at a time when techno still felt far from the mainstream and every detail of the night from the energy, to the room, and the crowd, made it unforgettable. Since then, Anyma has continued to push the project outward, from <i>Save Me </i>with <b>Cassian</b>, which was once our most-played track of the year, to the boundary-breaking 3D visuals and immersive storytelling that have helped define his rise. By the time<b> ÆDEN</b> was announced in Shanghai, it felt like a show we couldn't miss, especially after missing Anyma's Genesys debut at VAC in China back in 2024.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">There was always going to be anticipation around<b> Anyma's ÆDEN </b>Shanghai debut. As the first presentation of his new audiovisual production in the city, the show arrived with a level of expectation that had already been built long before the doors opened.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">That history matters, because <b>Anyma's</b> evolution into a fully visual live act has made his work as much about image as sound. By the time <b>ÆDEN </b>reached Shanghai, much of its identity had already been formed online through clips, teasers, and footage from earlier appearances. In that sense, the show did not arrive as a mystery. It arrived as something many in the crowd already knew how it was supposed to look.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><i></i></span></b></div><blockquote><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><i><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-family: Oswald;"> "The problem was that the live setting never fully caught up with the digital version of  itself."  </span></i></b></div></blockquote><p style="color: #444444;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #444444; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI4NQXx3XNmnZ0NJ00DYE2KF_YYXDQqkeiOuwgLipJUcp-Kwe6V2yKhOM_AVWi43mNZ38Xo7Ol-45vdr77UUdNJjGigokdXkACptSQ5qxiLZfbZGCMQzi6h8itK2KEsj8EicbkpIvcumjpLFHTqOb96W5y2nFpwZyLzk4MLnzBtZRU3D-x6vx6PzCxOAVv/s2564/Anyma_%C3%86DEN_SHANGHAI_2026_CROWD.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: times;"><img alt="Anyma Playing in Shanghai 2026 ÆDEN debut show crowd shot" border="0" data-original-height="1923" data-original-width="2564" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI4NQXx3XNmnZ0NJ00DYE2KF_YYXDQqkeiOuwgLipJUcp-Kwe6V2yKhOM_AVWi43mNZ38Xo7Ol-45vdr77UUdNJjGigokdXkACptSQ5qxiLZfbZGCMQzi6h8itK2KEsj8EicbkpIvcumjpLFHTqOb96W5y2nFpwZyLzk4MLnzBtZRU3D-x6vx6PzCxOAVv/s16000-rw/Anyma_%C3%86DEN_SHANGHAI_2026_CROWD.jpg" /></span></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: times;"><br /></span><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Getting into the venue set the tone. The walk from entrance to security, and then onward to the main arena, was unusually long, while the site itself was arranged across broad, segmented zones that stretched far back from the stage. Despite reports of a sold-out crowd, the ground never felt full. Instead of one concentrated audience, the event seemed to dissolve into pockets of space.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The staging did little to resolve that. The visual box sat between sections, speaker towers obstructed portions of the view, and the screen, the central object of the entire concept, did not always command the room in the way it should have. For a show positioned as an immersive visual experience, sightlines mattered, and in several parts of the venue they were compromised.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The atmosphere also felt misaligned with the scale of the production. With no alcohol sales, children present, and groups spread out on the lawn eating and socialising, parts of the evening felt closer to a daytime picnic than a club-adjacent music event. Phones were out early, and not simply as a way of documenting the music. The attention in the room was already shifting away from the stage.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2014/11/review-balance-presents-kolsch.html"><b>Kölsch</b> </a>opened with a set that included <b><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2016/01/time-to-breathe-with-eric-prydz-and-rob.html" target="_blank">Eric Prydz's</a></b> <i>Pjanoo</i> alongside his own material such as Let Me <i>Show You, Camisra, Kinema, Moments, Grey,</i> and his remix of <b><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2014/04/london-grammar-hey-now-sasha-remix.html" target="_blank">London Grammar's</a></b> <i>Hell to the Liars.</i> Even with records that are widely known and usually capable of cutting through, the response stayed muted. The crowd appeared largely disengaged, standing around rather than building momentum with the music. It was not a hostile reaction so much as an indifferent one, which in a setting like this can be even more difficult to overcome.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">By the time <b>Ben Böhmer</b> took over, the venue had filled out a little more. His live set brought a different kind of emotional texture, opening with <i>Beyond Belief</i> and moving through his track with <b>Malou</b> and <b>Nils Hoffmann</b>, <i>Breathing</i>, alongside<i> The Space In Between, Wall of Strings</i>, and <i>Evermore</i>. Even with a more emotional arc, the set lost some of its impact as attention remained fractured. Ben also finished around 10 minutes earlier than scheduled, which made the momentum feel slightly cut short just as the room was beginning to settle into his performance. People filmed themselves, watched through their screens, or shifted focus away from the music entirely. The result was a set that had real beauty in it, but not enough collective attention to let that beauty land with full force.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><b>Prospa</b> brought the most direct dancefloor energy of the night, leaning into a firmer selection that included <i>Free Your Mind, Love Songs,</i> their brand new release today with <b>Murda Beatz</b> <i>Baby</i>, a new ID with <b>Kettama</b>, <i>Think Of You</i>, and another unreleased track said to be linked with <b>Max Dean</b>, <i>Innocence</i>. Their set lifted the tempo and triggered brief pockets of movement, but even then the response was isolated. The wider crowd stayed comparatively static, reinforcing the sense that the event was being observed more than lived.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">By the time <b>Anyma</b> came on, the weather had shifted again. The drizzle became more noticeable, and smoke hung in the air, thickening the atmosphere just as the headline set was about to begin. <b>Anyma</b> also started about 15 minutes later than scheduled, which stretched the anticipation even further. It should have been the moment when the room finally locked into place.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Instead, it confirmed the night's central tension.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Phones rose across the crowd almost immediately and stayed there for the duration of the set. Screens blocked already limited sightlines, and at least one attendee in front of the stage area kept a GoPro mounted on a stick in the air for long stretches. The result was a live environment that increasingly resembled a recording session. </span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><i><span><blockquote><b style="background-color: #ff0072;"><span style="color: white; font-family: Oswald;">" The show was no longer being experienced as a collective moment, but as a series of  individual  attempts to capture proof of being there."  </span></b></blockquote><p style="color: #444444; font-family: times;"> </p></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #444444; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpEIwAZe_Px5FNbOVuiHf-ZzEO52v7hMyjhyphenhyphennIuAfBmFd7K3zVAYPZEvcBO69RXwBq20Jrnnv1FntadkWMZRTXNWWBh7FhX87PvhwnIRmZAHZeiVTNIexRWi2WtwqeNJynYfBeUb9bTcW0aoH-u6U3fWGcqGgH21gkEPljVKcro-Co8fE6TeByXinsO1wI/s3666/anyma_%C3%86DEN_SHANGHAI_2026_STAGE.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: times;"><img alt="Anyma ÆDEN Shanghai 2026 stage set up and visuals" border="0" data-original-height="3666" data-original-width="2750" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpEIwAZe_Px5FNbOVuiHf-ZzEO52v7hMyjhyphenhyphennIuAfBmFd7K3zVAYPZEvcBO69RXwBq20Jrnnv1FntadkWMZRTXNWWBh7FhX87PvhwnIRmZAHZeiVTNIexRWi2WtwqeNJynYfBeUb9bTcW0aoH-u6U3fWGcqGgH21gkEPljVKcro-Co8fE6TeByXinsO1wI/s16000-rw/anyma_%C3%86DEN_SHANGHAI_2026_STAGE.JPG" /></span></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: times;"><br /></span><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The setlist itself showed plenty of intent. It moved through new and unreleased material, some of which had already been debuted at <b>Coachella</b>, with tracks like <i>Aden</i>, <i>Ritual, Atoma, Prophecy, Carrier Of Souls, Voices In My Head,</i> and<i> Desire</i> shaping the arc. The visuals matched the songs in tone and scale, but they never fully fused into one cohesive story.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">That was the real issue. The production had vision, but not enough narrative continuity to hold the room. The visuals were strong on a scene-by-scene basis, but the emotional line between them never quite locked in. Musically, the set held together, though not always with the flow it needed, and the absence of <i>Save Me</i> was noticeable given the track's significance within <b>Anyma's</b> wider catalogue.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><div><span style="font-family: times;"><b>Anyma</b> also leaned on fan favourites like <i>Hypnotized</i> with <b><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2014/05/seven-lions-dont-leave-ft-ellie-goulding.html" target="_blank">Ellie Goulding</a></b>, <i>Bad Angel </i>with<b> LISA</b> (the track most of the crowd actually recognized), </span><span style="font-family: times;">and </span><i style="font-family: times;">Consciousness.</i><span style="font-family: times;"> </span><i style="font-family: times;">Destination</i><span style="font-family: times;"> with </span><b style="font-family: times;">Becky Hill </b><span style="font-family: times;">where the visuals created a beautiful, memorable scene captivated the audience</span><i style="font-family: times;">,</i><span style="font-family: times;"> alongside the unreleased </span><b style="font-family: times;">Swae Lee </b><span style="font-family: times;">collab </span><i style="font-family: times;">Phenomenal</i><span style="font-family: times;">. These should have landed with real force. Instead, even those moments felt muted in the room, interrupted by distorted views and constant phone screens. The closing stretch delivered an epic ending with </span><i style="font-family: times;">Beautiful</i><span style="font-family: times;"> </span><b style="font-family: times;">(Anyma & Joji)</b><span style="font-family: times;">a genuinely powerful finale, but </span><i style="font-family: times;">Midnight City</i><span style="font-family: times;"> beforehand fell flat, landing with less impact than the record would normally command.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #444444; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi53eoutmL1gEDHPpOpXm6ujZkQM1n6U4hHHhEz-ZCCZtfSVCPOyb4tMCFc_-4KCpY7a_pEYUWoBHmRy1zek1IPpDS8rp_elJMuc1tJT4n6Hm6dyygsHKLUhozuXUIc2kdbsvT9lMFtEqWxf5VIHq9qRRUkRAvF9RFdSKXxTiZJgdjB8aFfnwRGQAOpA-2U/s2257/ANYMA_%C3%86DEN_SHANGHAI_2026_REVIEW_CROWD.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: times;"><img alt="anyma presents Æden Shanghai crowd with phones" border="0" data-original-height="1270" data-original-width="2257" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi53eoutmL1gEDHPpOpXm6ujZkQM1n6U4hHHhEz-ZCCZtfSVCPOyb4tMCFc_-4KCpY7a_pEYUWoBHmRy1zek1IPpDS8rp_elJMuc1tJT4n6Hm6dyygsHKLUhozuXUIc2kdbsvT9lMFtEqWxf5VIHq9qRRUkRAvF9RFdSKXxTiZJgdjB8aFfnwRGQAOpA-2U/s16000-rw/ANYMA_%C3%86DEN_SHANGHAI_2026_REVIEW_CROWD.jpg" /></span></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: times;"><br /></span><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">What lingered most from the night was not the spectacle itself, but the way it was received. <b>ÆDEN</b> <b>Shanghai</b> was designed as an immersive experience, yet much of the audience seemed more interested in documenting it than inhabiting it. The performance existed in front of them, but for many, the primary version of it was the one being assembled on their screens.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">That is where the show felt most diminished. Not in the quality of the music or the production, but in the way the crowd absorbed it. In a room full of phones, the live moment struggled to stay intact.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><b>ÆDEN Shanghai</b> had the scale, the lineup, and the visual ambition to make a strong statement. But for all its technical polish, the experience never fully translated into something felt in the room.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">It looked impressive.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">It felt less alive than it should have.</span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div></span></span></div>

Anyma ÆDEN Shanghai : When the Screen Becomes the Show

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Keinemusik in Hong Kong: When the Crowd Shapes the Journey

<div><h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-size: x-large;"><b> EVENT REVIEW | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </b></span></h3><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-size: large;">Keinemusik Hong Kong 2026: Afro House Elevated, Crowd Energy Tested | Think In Electronic Review</span></h1><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-size: large;"><i>A long-awaited Afro house moment at AXA Wonderland that never fully reached its potential</i></span></h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPJfBne4d3hzuDvkGNNcLDe36oEuLNb2xHGy6g_fPxBSNhRuvK5qtncGBxlnDjaZEm-oZNAuCDyzmIgEqSEG59MDtNFZsHFzvC25f7-7R9NJoUooi49Xiz1L1eXDvWbbIaw3O-IiwWMyKygHfvRZzdj5Lj59W7FeJuqtR34gq08HA1NrKIzmXHbaLIugbp/s1440/keinemusik-hong-kong-axa-wonderland-stage.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt=""Keinemusik performing at AXA Wonderland Hong Kong with Sky100 backdrop" border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1080" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPJfBne4d3hzuDvkGNNcLDe36oEuLNb2xHGy6g_fPxBSNhRuvK5qtncGBxlnDjaZEm-oZNAuCDyzmIgEqSEG59MDtNFZsHFzvC25f7-7R9NJoUooi49Xiz1L1eXDvWbbIaw3O-IiwWMyKygHfvRZzdj5Lj59W7FeJuqtR34gq08HA1NrKIzmXHbaLIugbp/s16000-rw/keinemusik-hong-kong-axa-wonderland-stage.png" title="Keinemusik Hong Kong AXA Wonderland" /></a></h2></div><p><b><i><span style="background-color: #ff0072;"><span style="color: white; font-size: medium;"><br />“Afro house thrives on shared presence—when that loop breaks, the rhythm falters.”</span></span><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></i></b></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">When<b><i> Keinemusik</i></b> touched down in South Africa in November 2025, it felt like a cultural homecoming—a defining Afro house moment that rippled far beyond the dancefloor. But for us, it was also a story of split worlds. One of us was in Asia, too far to attend. The other was in South Africa that same weekend, witnessing <i><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/10/lane-8-is-redefining-deep-house.html">Lane 8’s</a> </i>long-anticipated debut. Two monumental nights unfolding in parallel, each pulling in its own direction.<br /><br />Afro house, where we’re from, isn’t just sound. It’s rhythm, identity, and exchange—a dialogue between DJ and crowd that transcends geography.<br /><br />So when Keinemusik announced their Hong Kong date five months later, it felt like a second chance.<br /><br /> Set against the Hong Kong skyline, with the <i>Sky100 Hong Kong </i> rising in the background, AXA Wonderland had all the ingredients for something special. The stage leaned into local identity—a peace-sign structure illuminated with nods to the Qingming Festival.<br /><br />Visually striking, the setup worked—but not completely.<br /><br />Keinemusik’s shows often unfold through their <i>“Kloud”</i> aesthetic, where production frames the narrative of the night. Here, that layer felt stripped back, leaving an open-air event that looked premium but lacked the atmospheric depth of their signature worlds—especially when compared to landmark sets like the Keinemusik Giza set.<br /><br />Rain delayed the start, trimming what was meant to be a four-hour journey into a shorter window. <i>&ME, Rampa, and Adam Port</i> took over around 6:25 PM and ran through until 10.<br /><br />The set opened with an iconic unreleased ID, known to fans only through its lyrics, immediately setting the tone for the night. From there, the trio moved through a carefully balanced mix of familiar cuts, deeper selections, and unexpected turns.<br /><br />Technically, it was immaculate—clean transitions, rich layering, and that unmistakable Keinemusik polish. Yet despite its precision, the set felt compressed. Rather than fully leaning into their deeper, hypnotic terrain, it often sat closer to the accessible end of their catalogue.</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVS_ZrbgMJnW3qdvjKHXobp74teXdt7AjjVb30W3y8qgnsLre9PzKDDpNmJ7c1iZ1SmseyFzL2XDmUIzqM76TlsUa4fq_-LieG4oQVzzEuz5L8mxgBnCls1DYvWXWh2WVRRE6SGbYp02-7PdFi4vGaIZv-n9XwYtnZVDLCTK1CEcKMUVn_cHVX5R8BbJ2f/s5267/keinemusik-hong-kong-sky100-backdrop.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Keinemusik afro house in Hong Kong AXA Wonderland" border="0" data-original-height="5267" data-original-width="3873" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVS_ZrbgMJnW3qdvjKHXobp74teXdt7AjjVb30W3y8qgnsLre9PzKDDpNmJ7c1iZ1SmseyFzL2XDmUIzqM76TlsUa4fq_-LieG4oQVzzEuz5L8mxgBnCls1DYvWXWh2WVRRE6SGbYp02-7PdFi4vGaIZv-n9XwYtnZVDLCTK1CEcKMUVn_cHVX5R8BbJ2f/s16000-rw/keinemusik-hong-kong-sky100-backdrop.JPG" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: white;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><i><span style="background-color: #ff0072;"><span style="color: white; font-size: medium;"> “It felt less like a journey—and more like a condensed version of one.” </span><br /></span></i></b><br /><span style="font-family: times;">A modern rework of <i><b>Inner City’s “Big Fun”</b></i> bridged Detroit legacy with contemporary minimalism. A wicked remix of <b><i>Abra’s “Feel”</i></b> cut through with unexpected weight, while <b>Chris Lake’s “Ease My Mind” </b>brought a more familiar, vocal-driven moment that connected more immediately with the crowd—highlighting where the night’s energy naturally gravitated.<br /><br />When<i><b> Lovebirds’ “Want You In My Soul”</b></i> dropped, it carried timeless emotion—though the reaction it received told a different story. Back home in South Africa, that record still stops time. In Hong Kong, it barely made a ripple.<br /><br />Then came the night’s defining moment: an unreleased ID widely believed to be <b><i>Peaty & Jawora’s “One Time</i><i>.”</i></b> Fluid percussion, emotive synth work, and a perfectly resolved drop—it was a reminder of why Keinemusik’s curation remains unmatched.<br /><br />Ultimately, the night was shaped as much by the crowd as by the music. Hong Kong’s expat-heavy mix brought diversity, but not cohesion. At times, it felt fragmented—clusters of conversation cutting through transitions, attention drifting away from the floor.<br /><br />Afro house depends on reciprocity. The crowd feeds the DJ, and the DJ responds in kind. Here, that exchange never fully locked in. Even deeper moments—<b><i>Thandaza, Les Gout,</i></b> and <b><i>Uncle Waffles’s Tanzania (Rampa Remix)</i></b>—landed flatter than expected. In contrast, tracks like <b><i>Move, Positions, Say What, and See You Again </i></b>drew the strongest reactions, subtly steering the energy toward familiarity.</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhGQWkTqRiIMaqEQHpW_yw-BUWBqygw2F-xzKAXFGuK2m_Iyn159rJuN7T6WpVl5EYDQ1-QQA1TrYYCn92ovgLOG0tUbg5-Wt6vLozVitsNljG2BqGzBSRgeBsDXarp1NU63Lkbpj6ve8ouq4y_Oa5zFxTisN_HF65mcFC_4I8OWv_xKZBBD6vonxbXp2d/s3666/keinemusik-hong-kong-rainy-set.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Keinemusik Hong Kong AXA Wonderland 2026" border="0" data-original-height="3666" data-original-width="2750" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhGQWkTqRiIMaqEQHpW_yw-BUWBqygw2F-xzKAXFGuK2m_Iyn159rJuN7T6WpVl5EYDQ1-QQA1TrYYCn92ovgLOG0tUbg5-Wt6vLozVitsNljG2BqGzBSRgeBsDXarp1NU63Lkbpj6ve8ouq4y_Oa5zFxTisN_HF65mcFC_4I8OWv_xKZBBD6vonxbXp2d/s16000-rw/keinemusik-hong-kong-rainy-set.jpg" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b style="background-color: #ff0072;"><i><span style="color: white;"> “The music was there—but the environment didn’t always meet it.” </span></i></b></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><span style="font-family: times;"> For seasoned listeners, a few omissions stood out. There was no <i>Muyè,</i> no <i>All I Got</i>, no <i>Rapture</i>, and no <i>Cloudy Eyes</i>—tracks that define Keinemusik’s emotional depth and Afro-inflected identity. Their absence gave the set a lighter touch, trading narrative weight for accessibility.<br /><br />The stage setup added an unintended barrier. Positioned low and wide, visibility was inconsistent across the venue. That physical distance translated into a subtle but noticeable disconnect between artist and audience. <br /><br />Logistics told their own story. Entry for FAMFAM ticket holders was seamless—perhaps too seamless. There were no bag checks, no security searches, and despite repeated pre-event messaging, no ID verification. Many arrived early in the rain, passports in hand, only to realise those checks were never enforced. It’s a small detail, but one that speaks to a wider point: in events of this scale, clarity and consistency shape trust as much as the music itself. <br /><br />The night found its resolution with <b><i>Guy Gerber’s What To Do (&ME Remix)</i></b>—a nostalgic closer that finally unified the crowd. For a brief moment, conversation stopped and movement returned. An encore felt possible, but it never came.<br /><br /><b><i>Keinemusik’s</i></b> Hong Kong show at AXA Wonderland wasn’t a failure—it was a meticulously crafted set that never quite transcended its conditions. Because with Keinemusik, the difference between good and unforgettable lies beyond the mix: in time, space, atmosphere, and the crowd that completes it. This time, those elements didn’t fully align. When they do, magic happens. When they don’t, even a near-perfect night can feel just out of reach.</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWlAYjvdT-sS-fOSmBdXIrai6fNlfqFdxzFF_MATHB4A-E78HimoeYhCTCpZv8_BX7lRKxQWyyr8oquT4mdrqgi9W-Lj5SH-nWM9t1iwSjwqddQzsfgAIm103DZ9BbkoK_OeP7ntuBWKW3VxsmiL6vJe0P0YPESdKp-VROAgQNEMW1XB_Ce5tNPvxGxfE1/s3631/keinemusik-axa-wonderland-peace-sign-stage.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Keinemusik performing at AXA Wonderland Hong Kong april 2026" border="0" data-original-height="3631" data-original-width="2150" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWlAYjvdT-sS-fOSmBdXIrai6fNlfqFdxzFF_MATHB4A-E78HimoeYhCTCpZv8_BX7lRKxQWyyr8oquT4mdrqgi9W-Lj5SH-nWM9t1iwSjwqddQzsfgAIm103DZ9BbkoK_OeP7ntuBWKW3VxsmiL6vJe0P0YPESdKp-VROAgQNEMW1XB_Ce5tNPvxGxfE1/s16000-rw/keinemusik-axa-wonderland-peace-sign-stage.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: times;">What did you think of<i> Keinemusik's Hong Kong</i> show?<br />Drop your takes below — did the crowd vibe match the music where you were? 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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-family: Oswald; font-size: x-large;"><b> THINK IN ELECTRONIC | MUST HAVE  </b></span></h3><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;">Think In Electronic Top 10 | South Africa's Favourite Lane 8 Tracks</span></h1><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;">One Week to Lane 8’s South Africa Debut – Our All-Time Favorite Tracks</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbitqC9I34273Srp0tt012qFvFybb3uatoitaCNFtFZo88_0UT5usn9i3HE33uVw8JGKA6c_Nn6kKpYfksmVROCgbrYBY_XuVk0KIz89Ka8yT3fe-EPnAdJIpcd0FkyPsaRo2ZclJ-tk1oMtXGqotTMK4ehqTrxff4MEGP-s5vSAvLDAkDMpPbgdaEslAp/s1440/LANE_8_THINK_IN_ELECTRONIC_SOUTH_AFRICA_TOP_TRACKS%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lane 8 performing live in South Africa top 10 tracks" border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1080" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbitqC9I34273Srp0tt012qFvFybb3uatoitaCNFtFZo88_0UT5usn9i3HE33uVw8JGKA6c_Nn6kKpYfksmVROCgbrYBY_XuVk0KIz89Ka8yT3fe-EPnAdJIpcd0FkyPsaRo2ZclJ-tk1oMtXGqotTMK4ehqTrxff4MEGP-s5vSAvLDAkDMpPbgdaEslAp/s16000-rw/LANE_8_THINK_IN_ELECTRONIC_SOUTH_AFRICA_TOP_TRACKS%20(1).png" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">The countdown is officially on! In just <strong data-end="300" data-start="288">one week</strong>,<a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/10/lane-8-is-redefining-deep-house.html" target="_blank"> <strong data-end="312" data-start="302">Lane 8</strong> </a>will make his long-awaited <strong data-end="362" data-start="340">South Africa debut</strong>, and the anticipation is electric. After years of waiting, this is the moment fans have been dreaming of, and we couldn’t be more excited. To celebrate, we’ve dug deep into the archives to create a list of our <strong data-end="603" data-start="573">top all-time Lane 8 tracks</strong>—songs that have carried us through highs and lows, filled countless playlists, and made us lifelong fans of this electronic music genius.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe class="b-iframe-ws lTgB3 BLOG_object_iframe" frameborder="0" height="198px" jsaction="load:lzUY8e" src="/share-widget?w=poi&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DLANE%25208&ved=1t%3A269313&bbid=8509210815068945319&bpid=2802616082043097572" width="200px"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 data-end="776" data-start="701"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Stir Me Up (Ryan Murgatroyd Remix) – South African Vibes at Their Best</span></h2> <p data-end="1077" data-start="777"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">This remix is more than just a track; it’s a celebration of connection. Ryan Murgatroyd, Lane 8’s South African collaborator, infuses a distinctly local energy that elevates the original. The soaring melodies and euphoric beats make it feel like home while lighting up the dancefloor with pure joy.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2ea9pkpxjxg" width="320" youtube-src-id="2ea9pkpxjxg"></iframe></div><h2 data-end="1128" data-start="1079"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Rise & Loving You – Timeless Lane 8 Classics</span></h2> <p data-end="1409" data-start="1129"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Both tracks are timeless and impossible to choose between. With emotive melodies and captivating rhythms, they capture Lane 8’s ability to make music that <strong data-end="1315" data-start="1284">speaks directly to the soul</strong>. These are songs that have carried fans through both reflective moments and euphoric highs.</span></p><p data-end="1409" data-start="1129"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TEK2xLMJy_4" width="320" youtube-src-id="TEK2xLMJy_4"></iframe></div><h2 data-end="1458" data-start="1411"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">No Captain – Hauntingly Beautiful Melodies</span></h2> <p data-end="1667" data-start="1459"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">A beautifully haunting track, <strong data-end="1503" data-start="1489">No Captain</strong> blends introspective lyrics with Lane 8’s signature beats. Its emotional depth makes it a standout in his catalog, perfectly balancing thoughtfulness and energy.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4swI7RaLzqk" width="320" youtube-src-id="4swI7RaLzqk"></iframe></div> <h2 data-end="1710" data-start="1669"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">How Often – Hypnotic and Atmospheric</span></h2> <p data-end="1909" data-start="1711"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Subtle, hypnotic, and atmospheric, <strong data-end="1759" data-start="1746">How Often</strong> gradually seeps under your skin. Every beat, every synth layer is deliberate, creating a sonic journey that lingers long after the last note fades.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BBnB3e9DN48" width="320" youtube-src-id="BBnB3e9DN48"></iframe></div><h2 data-end="1958" data-start="1911"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Nuclear Lethargy – Meditative Lane 8 Magic</span></h2> <p data-end="2162" data-start="1959"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">At his most meditative and entrancing, <strong data-end="2018" data-start="1998">Nuclear Lethargy</strong> is a track that balances tension and release with extraordinary finesse. It’s music that grounds, uplifts, and leaves listeners craving more.</span></p><p data-end="2162" data-start="1959"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ANObZHdfX1s" width="320" youtube-src-id="ANObZHdfX1s"></iframe></div><p></p> <h2 data-end="2218" data-start="2164"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;"><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2014/10/lane-8-diamonds-ft-solomon-grey.html" target="_blank">Diamonds </a>& Hot As You Want – Irresistible Grooves</span></h2> <p data-end="2438" data-start="2219"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Both tracks are irresistible, shimmering with melodic perfection and infectious grooves. Each embodies the <strong data-end="2364" data-start="2326">energy, emotion, and craftsmanship</strong> that makes Lane 8 one of the most celebrated names in electronic music.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IF8e1ddz3c4" width="320" youtube-src-id="IF8e1ddz3c4"></iframe></div><p></p> <h2 data-end="2494" data-start="2440"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Will You Leave a Light On – Slow-Burn Masterpiece</span></h2> <p data-end="2719" data-start="2495"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">A slow-burn masterpiece, this track moves from introspection to euphoric release with perfect pacing. It’s a song that demonstrates Lane 8’s unique ability to create music that is deeply personal yet universally relatable.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ya6RKg6Lh0U" width="320" youtube-src-id="ya6RKg6Lh0U"></iframe></div><p></p> <h2 data-end="2776" data-start="2721"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Little by Little – Building Emotion Track by Track</span></h2> <p data-end="3073" data-start="2777"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="2797" data-start="2777">Little by Little</strong> is the perfect example of Lane 8’s skill in layering emotion with melody. Each progression unfolds gently, taking listeners on a journey that’s both reflective and euphorically uplifting. It’s a track that grows on you every time you listen, leaving an enduring impression.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FYwAg_bG9DI" width="320" youtube-src-id="FYwAg_bG9DI"></iframe></div><p></p> <h2 data-end="3120" data-start="3075"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Miradors (Remix) – The GOAT Lane 8 Remix</span></h2> <p data-end="3339" data-start="3121"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Simply the GOAT. <strong data-end="3158" data-start="3138">Miradors (Remix)</strong> blends intimacy and grandeur, creating a massive yet personal listening experience. It’s the perfect example of Lane 8’s skill at turning great tracks into unforgettable moments.</span></p><p data-end="3339" data-start="3121"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xFFutyUcd9M" width="320" youtube-src-id="xFFutyUcd9M"></iframe></div><h2 data-end="3397" data-start="3341"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Odesza – Bloom (Lane 8 Remix) – An All-Time Classic</span></h2> <p data-end="3622" data-start="3398"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">An all-time classic, this remix takes <a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2015/02/bloom-with-odesza-and-lane-8.html" target="_blank">Odesza’s iconic track </a>and infuses it with <strong data-end="3532" data-start="3478">Lane 8’s signature warmth and progressive melodies</strong>. It’s a song that reminds fans why they fell in love with his music in the first place.</span></p><p data-end="3622" data-start="3398"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JpZxeNSj5bc" width="320" youtube-src-id="JpZxeNSj5bc"></iframe></div><p data-end="3622" data-start="3398"><br /></p><p></p><h2 data-end="3397" data-start="3341"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">The One – Where It All Began</span></h2><p data-end="3622" data-start="3398"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><b>The One</b> track that started the<a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2014/02/lane-8-feat-lucy-stone-nothing-you-can.html" target="_blank"> Lane 8</a> journey for us. No explanation needed. </span></p><p data-end="3622" data-start="3398"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/f5enNkmfBDw" width="320" youtube-src-id="f5enNkmfBDw"></iframe></div><br /><p data-end="3622" data-start="3398"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">These tracks are more than just songs—they’re </span><strong data-end="3720" data-start="3670" style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">soundtracks to memories, moments, and emotions</strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"> that have made us devoted fans for life. And in just a week, </span><strong data-end="3813" data-start="3782" style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/05/theatre-presents-lane-8-in-south-africa.html" target="_blank">Lane 8 live in South Africa</a></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"> will bring all this magic to life on the stage.</span></p> <p data-end="3959" data-start="3865"><strong data-end="3957" data-start="3865"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">South Africa, get ready—Lane 8 is coming, and it’s going to be an unforgettable journey.</span></strong></p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div>

Lane 8 South Africa Debut & Favorite Tracks

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Antdot: Brazilian Afro-House Innovator

<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-family: Oswald; font-size: x-large;"> ARTIST PROFILE | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </span></h3><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;">Antdot Blending Brazilian Rhythms with Modern Afro-House </span></h1><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;">Ahead of Brazilian Producer Antdot's South Africa Debut Find Out Who He is in This Think In Electronic Artist Profile</span></h2><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWxCtO-8aGuq-fdE6gmv780aFg69qCcIbm0pFsI-sDj-11atj2W7EBX2pZ6_ByAHQcDe6RPXTPgV300iImVZe0Sv03NY34XScJsHEQLkjSvp2j_QGIQa6aY22yTlLCcdl1-ClKQwsek6Hfmx6QhRRlo9j1VX64LYT-lQpJKrBFdFauusTI6WaKhmmbVIG6/s1440/ANTDOT_THINK_IN_ELECTRONIC_SOUTH_AFRICA_TOUR_2025.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1080" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWxCtO-8aGuq-fdE6gmv780aFg69qCcIbm0pFsI-sDj-11atj2W7EBX2pZ6_ByAHQcDe6RPXTPgV300iImVZe0Sv03NY34XScJsHEQLkjSvp2j_QGIQa6aY22yTlLCcdl1-ClKQwsek6Hfmx6QhRRlo9j1VX64LYT-lQpJKrBFdFauusTI6WaKhmmbVIG6/s16000-rw/ANTDOT_THINK_IN_ELECTRONIC_SOUTH_AFRICA_TOUR_2025.png" /></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><br /></span></div><p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><p data-end="1023" data-start="489" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Brazilian DJ and producer <strong data-end="525" data-start="515">Antdot</strong> (Bruno Gustavo) has become one of the most exciting names in <strong data-end="617" data-start="587">Brazilian electronic music</strong>. Known for blending <strong data-end="686" data-start="638">Afro House, Melodic House, and Organic House</strong> with regional rhythms like <strong data-end="723" data-start="714">samba</strong> and <strong data-end="737" data-start="728">baião</strong>, plus elements of <strong data-end="789" data-start="756">Brazilian Popular Music (MPB)</strong>, Antdot has crafted a unique sound that resonates globally. His productions are the driving force behind <strong data-end="918" data-start="895">Dawn Patrol Records</strong>, the label he co-founded with producer <strong data-end="965" data-start="958">Maz</strong>, which has become a leader in <strong data-end="1010" data-start="996">Afro House</strong> worldwide.</span></p><p data-end="1023" data-start="489" style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggw7H2Wxf2XMOOmCzyq8FRfERNUz3X2i2ThgR1yvtK6fK-v12ddvjc9CQqLksfKDM75i7JDCyHx8EDQhisTqvqmHU16eQmEGTv31b0-e0HtOcWTAheoVAA6mI4X09N17gvRw7zgUK-yFRBUSEa_YUDZc0aY0v3Cq1nCo7_T7lPn4FsVTqFDppy6T0w2kkr/s240/antdot_live.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Antdot performing live at boma" border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="240" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggw7H2Wxf2XMOOmCzyq8FRfERNUz3X2i2ThgR1yvtK6fK-v12ddvjc9CQqLksfKDM75i7JDCyHx8EDQhisTqvqmHU16eQmEGTv31b0-e0HtOcWTAheoVAA6mI4X09N17gvRw7zgUK-yFRBUSEa_YUDZc0aY0v3Cq1nCo7_T7lPn4FsVTqFDppy6T0w2kkr/s16000-rw/antdot_live.jpg" /></a></div><p data-end="1499" data-start="1025" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Antdot’s collaborations with Maz have produced some of the most acclaimed Brazilian Afro-House tracks of recent years. Highlights include <strong data-end="1204" data-start="1163">“Povoada,” “Run,” “Learning to Love,”</strong> and <strong data-end="1229" data-start="1209">“Corpo E Canção”</strong> with Maz and Letícia Fialho, as well as <strong data-end="1287" data-start="1270">“Jolie Fille”</strong> with Maz, Ginton*, and Layefa. Other standout tracks like <strong data-end="1360" data-start="1346">“Fly Away”</strong> with Bakka and <strong data-end="1390" data-start="1376">“Capoeira”</strong> with ARYMÉ featuring Jéssica Gaspar show his versatility and innovative approach to Afro House production.</span></p><p></p> <p data-end="1889" data-start="1501" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Antdot has performed at major international festivals and clubs, including <strong data-end="1600" data-start="1576">Tomorrowland Belgium</strong>, where he and Maz opened the mainstage, <strong data-end="1729" data-start="1641">Tomorrowland Brasil, Rock in Rio, Cercle, Hi Ibiza, Green Valley, Warung Beach Club,</strong> and <strong data-end="1748" data-start="1734">Laroc Club</strong>. His music has received support from electronic heavyweights including <strong data-end="1877" data-start="1820">Keinemusik, CamelPhat, Stephan Jolk, Vintage Culture,</strong> and more.</span></p><iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="166" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A1880734050&color=%23ff0072&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true" width="100%"></iframe><div style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 100; line-break: anywhere; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap; word-break: normal;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/dawnpatrolart" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Dawn Patrol Records">Dawn Patrol Records</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/dawnpatrolart/maz-antdot-ginton-jolie-fille-feat-layefa-extended-mix-1" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Maz, Antdot, Ginton - Jolie Fille (feat. Layefa) [Extended Mix]">Maz, Antdot, Ginton - Jolie Fille (feat. Layefa) [Extended Mix]</a></div><div style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 100; line-break: anywhere; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap; word-break: normal;"><br /></div> <p data-end="2101" data-start="1891" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Next weekend, fans in <strong data-end="1929" data-start="1913"><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/11/hugel-antdot-in-johannesburg-think-in.html" target="_blank">South Africa</a></strong> can experience Antdot live, as he brings his signature Brazilian Afro-House sound to the dancefloor, delivering melodic grooves, hypnotic rhythms, and high-energy beats.</span></p> <p data-end="2284" data-start="2103" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">With every track and live performance, Antdot continues to define modern <strong data-end="2200" data-start="2176">Brazilian Afro House</strong>, blending cultural roots, melodic innovation, and global electronic music trends.</span></p></div> <br /> <iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="300" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A1963411519&color=%23ff0072&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true" width="100%"></iframe><div style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 100; line-break: anywhere; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap; word-break: normal;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/coredotworld" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="CORE">CORE</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/coredotworld/core-at-tomorrowland-brasil-antdot-b2b-maz" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Antdot B2b Maz at Tomorrowland Brasil l CORE STAGE">Antdot B2b Maz at Tomorrowland Brasil l CORE STAGE</a></div>

Antdot: Brazilian Afro-House Innovator

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Sultan + Shepard Melodic Masters Set to Elevate South Africa

<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Oswald;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-size: x-large;"> ARTIST PROFILE | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </span></span></h3><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;">Sultan + Shepard Under The Surface | Think In Electonic Artist Piece</span></h1><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Oswald; font-size: large;">Ahead of Sultan + Shepards South Africa Debut Find Out Who They Are As Artists</span></h2><p data-end="702" data-start="330" style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidbqidulB72ZImBDF6lmd5_OP2NuMfBm06Gl54tKTbk41Ev87_wqEyIKebwsdzhxOmxGYw1ew7kfUMxtgMmvradJcWlE7Lm7Us_Brz2XaYEVqdjuTD24SBJ_Zc2LsKc-OjPkuPXSxNj_L2iRz9D3nh7IOb0rT9FC706pyBTyeklFQ34nlissfd6MP40z9b/s515/Sultan+shepard_thinkinelectronic.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sultan and Shepard melodic house duo at Lane 8 South Africa event" border="0" data-original-height="515" data-original-width="429" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidbqidulB72ZImBDF6lmd5_OP2NuMfBm06Gl54tKTbk41Ev87_wqEyIKebwsdzhxOmxGYw1ew7kfUMxtgMmvradJcWlE7Lm7Us_Brz2XaYEVqdjuTD24SBJ_Zc2LsKc-OjPkuPXSxNj_L2iRz9D3nh7IOb0rT9FC706pyBTyeklFQ34nlissfd6MP40z9b/s16000-rw/Sultan+shepard_thinkinelectronic.jpg" /></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><br /></span><p></p><p data-end="702" data-start="330" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">As the anticipation builds for<a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/10/lane-8-is-redefining-deep-house.html" target="_blank"> Lane 8’s</a> upcoming <a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/05/theatre-presents-lane-8-in-south-africa.html" target="_blank">South Africa shows</a> alongside <a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/10/paris-debut-album-labyrinth-out-now.html" target="_blank">PARIS</a>, one name on the lineup stands out as a guaranteed highlight: <strong data-end="496" data-start="476">Sultan + Shepard</strong>. Known for their emotional melodies, long-form storytelling, and seamless evolution through electronic music’s shifting eras, the duo continue to carve out their own lane in the global melodic house scene.</span></p><h3 data-end="738" data-start="704" style="text-align: justify;"><strong data-end="738" data-start="708"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato; font-size: medium;">A Duo Defined by Evolution</span></strong></h3><p data-end="1074" data-start="740" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Formed by Montreal-based producers Ossama Al Sarraf and Ned Shepard, Sultan + Shepard first broke through in the early 2000s with a signature <strong data-end="903" data-start="882">progressive house</strong> sound that lit up dancefloors around the world. Tracks like <strong data-end="975" data-start="964">“Walls”</strong> and their power-packed remixes helped establish them as go-to names for uplifting, melodic energy.</span></p><p data-end="1504" data-start="1076" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">But as electronic music expanded, so did their artistry. Their sound gradually transformed into the warm, deep, and atmospheric style that defines them today — a shift showcased beautifully through their recent work on Lane 8’s <strong data-end="1327" data-start="1304">This Never Happened</strong> label. Their albums <strong data-end="1375" data-start="1348">“Something, Everything”</strong> and <strong data-end="1398" data-start="1380">“Forever, Now”</strong> highlight this evolution with lush sound design, emotional textures, and storytelling-focused production.</span></p><h3 data-end="1543" data-start="1506" style="text-align: justify;"><strong data-end="1543" data-start="1510"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato; font-size: medium;">Essential Tracks to Dive Into</span></strong></h3><p data-end="1675" data-start="1545" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">For anyone gearing up for their South African appearance, these standout tracks capture the essence of Sultan + Shepard’s journey:</span></p><ul data-end="2068" data-start="1677"> <li data-end="1744" data-start="1677"> <p data-end="1744" data-start="1679" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1693" data-start="1679">“Assassin”</strong> – a hypnotic staple of their modern melodic era.</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1824" data-start="1745"> <p data-end="1824" data-start="1747" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1758" data-start="1747">“nCTRL”</strong> – balancing nostalgic synthwork with refined progressive style.</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1924" data-start="1825"> <p data-end="1924" data-start="1827" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1843" data-start="1827">“All I Know”</strong> (with Le Youth & Emily Falvey) – emotionally charged and endlessly replayable.</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1975" data-start="1925"> <p data-end="1975" data-start="1927" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1944" data-start="1927">“Almost Home”</strong> – deep, warm, and cinematic.</span></p> </li> <li data-end="2068" data-start="1976"> <p data-end="2068" data-start="1978" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1999" data-start="1978">“Feels Like Home”</strong> (with Dillon Francis) – a nod to their earlier, high-energy roots.</span></p> </li> </ul><p data-end="2185" data-start="2070" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Together, these tracks reveal the duo’s progression from festival-ready anthems to immersive, melodic storytelling.</span></p><h3 data-end="2225" data-start="2187" style="text-align: justify;"><strong data-end="2225" data-start="2191"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato; font-size: medium;">What to Expect in South Africa</span></strong></h3><p data-end="2531" data-start="2227" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Sultan + Shepard’s sets are known for patient builds, glowing harmonies, and an emotional pull that sneaks up on a crowd. Their performance alongside <strong data-end="2397" data-start="2377">Lane 8 and PARIS</strong> in South Africa promises a night shaped by atmosphere, tension, and the kind of melodic depth that has earned them worldwide respect.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"> <iframe frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://youtube.com/embed/Sxc34r9BPTc?si=6U9bILIiKxHQQs4R" width="480"></iframe> </span></p><h3 data-end="2760" data-start="2717"></h3><p></p><p data-end="2715" data-start="2533" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Expect sweeping progressions, warm textures, and a set crafted to draw listeners into a full musical journey — the perfect complement to Lane 8’s deep and immersive event experience.</span></p><p data-end="2715" data-start="2533" style="text-align: justify;"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">🔗 Related Links</span></span></b></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: #444444; font-family: Lato; font-size: xx-large;"></span></p><div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/05/theatre-presents-lane-8-in-south-africa.html" rel="nofollow" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-rendering: optimizelegibility; transition: 0.2s ease-in-out;" target="_blank"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Get your tickets to Lane 8 </span></span></a></div><div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/search/label/interview" rel="nofollow" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; text-rendering: optimizelegibility; transition: 0.2s ease-in-out;" target="_blank"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Think in Electronic: Other Artist Interviews</span></span></a></div></div>

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Four Tet Live in South Africa 2025 | Johannesburg & Cape Town

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <h1 style="text-align: left;"> <span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-size: x-large;"> EVENT | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </span></h1> </div> <h4 style="text-align: center;"> </h4><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span><span style="color: #ff0072; font-size: x-large;">Four Tet Brings His Sonic Universe to South Africa This December - Don't Miss Out!</span></span></h2><p data-end="660" data-start="350" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKCj5u76ei9IxFAh5Qe_mbBzHGV0eXr6R1eMqztrGuzuF2x9hbgApBS64FV_jEz_mbVCQKIwW9yUUpwMKBanpExm2GzsxokhNDgXY3b5HEBfXEScaWxF7ZD7sWEmaFJeAfIdHb_mD60D5f6__uVKDGR-uFCKZtGK8QaS-UURNDetozm8qlbKmUCPBKpNlr/s1600/FourTetSATour_Thinkinelectronic%20(1).jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Four Tet South Africa 2025 event poster for South Africa" border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKCj5u76ei9IxFAh5Qe_mbBzHGV0eXr6R1eMqztrGuzuF2x9hbgApBS64FV_jEz_mbVCQKIwW9yUUpwMKBanpExm2GzsxokhNDgXY3b5HEBfXEScaWxF7ZD7sWEmaFJeAfIdHb_mD60D5f6__uVKDGR-uFCKZtGK8QaS-UURNDetozm8qlbKmUCPBKpNlr/s16000-rw/FourTetSATour_Thinkinelectronic%20(1).jpeg" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">When it comes to electronic music that transcends genres, few names command the kind of reverence as<a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2015/06/stream-four-tets-new-album.html" target="_blank"> <strong data-end="463" data-start="451">Four Tet</strong>.</a> This December, South African audiences will finally experience the magic(again) live — as <strong data-end="565" data-start="548">Kieran Hebden</strong> brings his one-of-a-kind sound to <strong data-end="630" data-start="600">Johannesburg and Cape Town</strong> for two unforgettable nights.</div></span><p></p><p data-end="924" data-start="662" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">On <strong data-end="692" data-start="665">Friday, 5 December 2025</strong>, Four Tet takes over <strong data-end="764" data-start="714">Under the Silos, Carfax Newtown (Johannesburg)</strong>. The following night, <strong data-end="811" data-start="787">Saturday, 6 December</strong>, he’ll transform <strong data-end="869" data-start="829">The Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town</strong> into a glowing, pulsing dreamscape of light and sound.</span></p><p> </p><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">This marks a rare — and long-awaited return — visit from the British producer whose name has become synonymous with innovation in electronic and ambient music.</span></p><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5QTGZ_kvpa7LK_rTXV0Wh5EuVN7Ybnj-xG6o1glj_NTP1kdeyTN8eVaXgshs6uJnQTlE9WIt5vq31iFm4Z-cHbK07NGWKZekGrmnf5RqShKAI3GejZ4DxkNtI_UUoHxXBI-HFVxB0QbmIE3AxzIYZoth3-8_uPb7wkgjWrZv9syhwbcwzQ1196qDFXDtz/s3840/FourTet_SocialGraphic_JHB_16x9_012x%20(1)%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><p></p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">A Moment the Local Scene Has Been Waiting For</span></h2><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="clear: left; color: #444444; float: left; font-family: Lato; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;">For over two decades, Four Tet has quietly redefined what electronic music can be. His work fuses IDM, jazz, house, and ambient textures into lush, cinematic soundscapes that move both body and mind. His live sets, meanwhile, are hypnotic journeys — not just gigs, but spiritual experiences of rhythm and light.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Now, South Africa joins the list of global destinations to feel that refreshed energy firsthand.</span></p><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"></span></p><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"></span></p><blockquote style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">“It’s not just a show — it’s a moment,” says Anything Goes, the local collective behind the event. “Bringing Four Tet here is about connecting our audience to the global conversation around music, art, and sound.”</span></blockquote><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Two Cities, Two Distinct Worlds</span></h2><p style="text-align: right;"></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">In Johannesburg, the raw, industrial atmosphere of Under the Silos sets the stage for an underground energy that’s pure, unfiltered, and alive. Expect deep basslines echoing off concrete, lights slicing through the smoke, and a crowd that knows its music.</span></div><p data-end="1078" data-start="926" style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqfrQ9rszjFJMFRELW4I4nsnpODTj0XGQCbwG5Gcyy1WlW0y-0TrZJ9MFFsOLAK4VHwMVGGhVVyYm8rkoVu6c2nNAlj7UP1z1WM57poTsR4NOwRIsYu2YjGrH40hJNw2_3NRavvzxALToGyAO6fBkYwLgESbUiQs2lkjxWe3ZpLXwfKa6bjhl7L_WVO0hQ/s3840/FourTet_SocialGraphic_CPT_16x9_012x%20(1)%20(1).png" style="clear: right; float: right; font-family: Lato; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: justify;"><img alt="Four Tet South Africa 2025 event poster for Johannesburg show at Under the Silos" border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="3840" height="225" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5QTGZ_kvpa7LK_rTXV0Wh5EuVN7Ybnj-xG6o1glj_NTP1kdeyTN8eVaXgshs6uJnQTlE9WIt5vq31iFm4Z-cHbK07NGWKZekGrmnf5RqShKAI3GejZ4DxkNtI_UUoHxXBI-HFVxB0QbmIE3AxzIYZoth3-8_uPb7wkgjWrZv9syhwbcwzQ1196qDFXDtz/w400-h225-rw/FourTet_SocialGraphic_JHB_16x9_012x%20(1)%20(1).png" width="400" /></a></p><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">In Cape Town, the setting couldn’t be more different — or more perfect. The Castle of Good Hope, one of South Africa’s oldest and most iconic landmarks, becomes a site of modern sonic ritual. Here, Four Tet’s immersive visuals will bounce off stone walls older than the country’s democracy — a fusion of past and future in sound.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Each city’s lineup adds its own flavour: expect support from Abby Nurock, Floz × Luc Vermeer, Thor Rixon, and Raresoftware, among others — a testament to South Africa’s own thriving electronic underground.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"> </span></p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"></span></h2><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">What to Expect</span></h2><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="clear: right; color: #444444; float: right; font-family: Lato; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><img alt="Four Tet South Africa 2025 event poster for Cape Town show at The Castle of Good Hope" border="0" data-original-height="2160" data-original-width="3840" height="225" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqfrQ9rszjFJMFRELW4I4nsnpODTj0XGQCbwG5Gcyy1WlW0y-0TrZJ9MFFsOLAK4VHwMVGGhVVyYm8rkoVu6c2nNAlj7UP1z1WM57poTsR4NOwRIsYu2YjGrH40hJNw2_3NRavvzxALToGyAO6fBkYwLgESbUiQs2lkjxWe3ZpLXwfKa6bjhl7L_WVO0hQ/w400-h225-rw/FourTet_SocialGraphic_CPT_16x9_012x%20(1)%20(1).png" width="400" /></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Prepare for a set that blurs the boundaries between genres, instruments, and emotions. From ethereal builds to deep, rolling house beats, <a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2015/04/monday-mix-four-tet-floating-points-pay_20.html">Four Tet’s performances</a> are studies in restraint and release — the kind of sets that leave crowds breathless, not because of volume, but because of feeling.</span></div><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">If you’ve streamed Rounds, There Is Love in You, or his remix work for Thom Yorke and The xx, imagine all of that — but larger than life, in an open-air South African night.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">The Essentials</span></h2><h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><b>Johannesburg — 5 December 2025</b></span></h3><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">🕗 20:00 – 03:00 | 📍 Under the Silos, Carfax Newtown</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">🎟️ <a class="decorated-link" data-end="3328" data-start="3259" href="https://fourtet.howler.co.za/5dec25?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_new">Tickets</a></p><h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato; font-size: medium;"><b>Cape Town — 6 December 2025</b></span></h3><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">🕓 16:00 – 02:00 | 📍 The Castle of Good Hope</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">🎟️ <a class="decorated-link" data-end="3491" data-start="3422" href="https://fourtet.howler.co.za/6dec25?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_new">Tickets</a></p><p data-end="3952" data-start="3726" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">This isn’t just another stop on a world tour — it’s a milestone for South Africa’s growing electronic landscape. Four Tet’s arrival underscores how far the local scene has come: connected, confident, and globally recognised.</span></p><p> </p><p data-end="4143" data-start="3954"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering his sound for the first time, this is one of those nights people will talk about for years — the kind of event that becomes part of the culture.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #f1c232; font-family: Lato;"><span style="color: white; font-size: x-small;"> </span><span style="color: white;">Tickets are on sale now via Howler, with early-bird options available while they last. </span></span></p><p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato; font-size: x-small;">Presented by Anything Goes, in collaboration with Music People, Jetblack, and Love Music.</span></p><p></p><iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="300" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2176707750&color=%23ff0072&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true" width="100%"></iframe><div style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 100; line-break: anywhere; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap; word-break: normal;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/four-tet" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Four Tet">Four Tet</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/four-tet/lost-village-23rd-august-2025" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Lost Village 23rd August 2025">Lost Village 23rd August 2025</a></div>

Four Tet Live in South Africa 2025 | Johannesburg & Cape Town

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Anjunadeep Open Air Returns to South Africa 2026 | Think In Electronic

<div style="text-align: left;"><div style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: left; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;" trbidi="on"><h2 style="color: black; font-family: Times; font-size: 14px;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-size: x-large;"> EVENT | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </span></h2><div><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white;"><h2 style="color: black;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: helvetica; font-size: x-large;"></span></h2><h1 style="color: black; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-size: x-large;">Anjunadeep Open Air South Africa 2026 – The Third Edition of a Global Deep House Experience </span></h1></span></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyoh3ZqU8AZ-vCuTU-fjbnsLM7YiETCwIZf8eFwWCs1zHDurukR5h8-RwwsIbspR2cdjavKekNTGl8p5Yp3hW6IkcB-FS135T5pi8k9PiusN3OKPRrQ3tbxrr5mWna654sGdLcoAYcd4HHXYkE3jVjtdRelO99iuELxKW5Xko0K3AbzutaPDxqaiojrn7/s1350/anjunadeep_open_air_sa2026_johannesburg.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Anjunadeep Open Air Johannesburg 2026 third edition" border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyoh3ZqU8AZ-vCuTU-fjbnsLM7YiETCwIZf8eFwWCs1zHDurukR5h8-RwwsIbspR2cdjavKekNTGl8p5Yp3hW6IkcB-FS135T5pi8k9PiusN3OKPRrQ3tbxrr5mWna654sGdLcoAYcd4HHXYkE3jVjtdRelO99iuELxKW5Xko0K3AbzutaPDxqaiojrn7/s16000-rw/anjunadeep_open_air_sa2026_johannesburg.png" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><p data-end="888" data-start="531"></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Lato;">The internationally acclaimed record label </span><strong data-end="588" data-start="574" style="font-family: Lato;">Anjunadeep</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;"> will return to South Africa in </span><strong data-end="634" data-start="620" style="font-family: Lato;">April 2026</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;"> for the </span><strong data-end="696" data-start="643" style="font-family: Lato;">third edition of Anjunadeep Open Air South Africa</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;">.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Lato;"><br /></span></span></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><div style="text-align: justify;">Following two highly successful events in 2024 and 2025, the 2026 edition continues the label’s mission to bring its signature deep and melodic house sound to audiences around the world.</div></span><p></p> <p data-end="1122" data-start="890" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">With events scheduled for both <strong data-end="937" data-start="921">Johannesburg</strong> and <strong data-end="955" data-start="942">Cape Town</strong>, Anjunadeep Open Air 2026 will once again unite local and international fans for a weekend celebrating progressive electronic music, community, and outdoor culture.</span></p><h2 data-end="1147" data-start="1129" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Lato;">Event Details</span></h2> <h3 data-end="1167" data-start="1149"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Johannesburg</span></h3> <ul data-end="1508" data-start="1168"> <li data-end="1202" data-start="1168"> <p data-end="1202" data-start="1170"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1179" data-start="1170">Date:</strong> Friday, 3 April 2026</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1257" data-start="1203"> <p data-end="1257" data-start="1205"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1215" data-start="1205">Venue:</strong> <em data-end="1233" data-start="1216">The River Cabin</em>, Nietgedacht, Gauteng</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1287" data-start="1258"> <p data-end="1287" data-start="1260"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1269" data-start="1260">Time:</strong> 12:00 PM – Late</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1340" data-start="1288"> <p data-end="1340" data-start="1290"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1310" data-start="1290">Headline Artist:</strong> <em data-end="1338" data-start="1311">Above & Beyond (Deep Set)</em></span></p> </li> <li data-end="1508" data-start="1341"> <p data-end="1508" data-start="1343"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1355" data-start="1343">Tickets:</strong> Available through <a class="decorated-link" data-end="1506" data-start="1374" href="https://anjunadeep.howler.co.za/events/anjunadeep-open-air-johannesburg-2026-50b0/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_new">anjunadeep.howler.co.za<span aria-hidden="true" class="ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none"><svg class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]" data-rtl-flip="" fill="currentColor" height="20" viewbox="0 0 20 20" width="20" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M14.3349 13.3301V6.60645L5.47065 15.4707C5.21095 15.7304 4.78895 15.7304 4.52925 15.4707C4.26955 15.211 4.26955 14.789 4.52925 14.5293L13.3935 5.66504H6.66011C6.29284 5.66504 5.99507 5.36727 5.99507 5C5.99507 4.63273 6.29284 4.33496 6.66011 4.33496H14.9999L15.1337 4.34863C15.4369 4.41057 15.665 4.67857 15.665 5V13.3301C15.6649 13.6973 15.3672 13.9951 14.9999 13.9951C14.6327 13.9951 14.335 13.6973 14.3349 13.3301Z"></path></svg></span></a></span></p> </li> </ul> <h3 data-end="1525" data-start="1510"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Cape Town</span></h3> <ul data-end="1779" data-start="1526"> <li data-end="1562" data-start="1526"> <p data-end="1562" data-start="1528"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1537" data-start="1528">Date:</strong> Saturday, 4 April 2026</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1614" data-start="1563"> <p data-end="1614" data-start="1565"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1575" data-start="1565">Venue:</strong> <em data-end="1589" data-start="1576">The Ostrich</em>, Philadelphia (off N7)</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1644" data-start="1615"> <p data-end="1644" data-start="1617"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1626" data-start="1617">Time:</strong> 12:00 PM – Late</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1779" data-start="1645"> <p data-end="1779" data-start="1647"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1659" data-start="1647">Tickets:</strong> Available through <a class="decorated-link" data-end="1777" data-start="1678" href="https://anjunadeep.howler.co.za/anjunadeepcpt2026?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_new">anjunadeep.howler.co.za<span aria-hidden="true" class="ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none"><svg class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]" data-rtl-flip="" fill="currentColor" height="20" viewbox="0 0 20 20" width="20" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M14.3349 13.3301V6.60645L5.47065 15.4707C5.21095 15.7304 4.78895 15.7304 4.52925 15.4707C4.26955 15.211 4.26955 14.789 4.52925 14.5293L13.3935 5.66504H6.66011C6.29284 5.66504 5.99507 5.36727 5.99507 5C5.99507 4.63273 6.29284 4.33496 6.66011 4.33496H14.9999L15.1337 4.34863C15.4369 4.41057 15.665 4.67857 15.665 5V13.3301C15.6649 13.6973 15.3672 13.9951 14.9999 13.9951C14.6327 13.9951 14.335 13.6973 14.3349 13.3301Z"></path></svg></span></a></span></p> </li> </ul> <p data-end="1841" data-start="1781"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Both events are restricted to attendees aged 18 and above.</span></p><h2 data-end="1869" data-start="1848" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Lato;">A Growing Legacy</span></h2><p data-end="2216" data-start="1871"></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Lato;">Since its first appearance in <a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2024/02/anjunadeep-open-air-south-africa-edition.html" target="_blank">South Africa in 2024</a>, </span><strong data-end="1946" data-start="1923" style="font-family: Lato;">Anjunadeep Open Air</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;"> has established itself as a highlight of the country’s electronic music calendar. </span><span style="font-family: Lato;">The </span><strong data-end="2049" data-start="2035" style="font-family: Lato;">2024 debut</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;"> introduced South African audiences to the label’s immersive open-air concept, while the </span><strong data-end="2154" data-start="2138" style="font-family: Lato;">2025 edition</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;"> expanded on production, visual design, and artist curation.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Lato;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Lato;">The </span><strong data-end="2236" data-start="2222" style="font-family: Lato;">2026 event</strong><span style="font-family: Lato;"> represents the third chapter of this growing legacy. </span><span style="font-family: Lato;">With world-class sound engineering, curated stage design, and a carefully selected lineup, Anjunadeep aims to deliver its most refined South African experience to date.</span></span></p><h2 data-end="2494" data-start="2469" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Lato;">Music and Atmosphere</span></h2><p></p><p data-end="2841" data-start="2496" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">At the centre of the 2026 edition is a <strong data-end="2575" data-start="2535">special “Deep Set” by <a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/11/marsh-remixes-above-beyonds-sun-in-your.html" target="_blank">Above & Beyond</a></strong><a href="https://www.thinkinelectronic.com/2025/11/marsh-remixes-above-beyonds-sun-in-your.html" target="_blank">,</a> offering a more introspective and melodic take on the group’s sound. Complementing the headline performance will be a selection of established and emerging Anjunadeep artists, each contributing to a seamless progression of deep, emotive, and atmospheric music.</span></p><p data-end="2841" data-start="2496" style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0cb9nNXY_HKkGLBnNtz9c-u9GnKT-GyZ5K85RR8-tVfaPXTFS-cmp9Pl5StKYPkrAnSiFixZ7PoWJJlscvaZ_P_nyzwFXwvLyaKz03MHj61_RCNtay9ozu_C4XJ6fXD_gKx4ng4FOIwE8CkRglh1nTZOknW49m1KcWCj7U0uhfZ7l7md8fXbKmIYixcI2/s1350/above%20&%20beyond%20south%20africa%202026%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="“Above and Beyond performing Deep Set at Anjunadeep Open Air South Africa 2026”" border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0cb9nNXY_HKkGLBnNtz9c-u9GnKT-GyZ5K85RR8-tVfaPXTFS-cmp9Pl5StKYPkrAnSiFixZ7PoWJJlscvaZ_P_nyzwFXwvLyaKz03MHj61_RCNtay9ozu_C4XJ6fXD_gKx4ng4FOIwE8CkRglh1nTZOknW49m1KcWCj7U0uhfZ7l7md8fXbKmIYixcI2/s16000-rw/above%20&%20beyond%20south%20africa%202026%20(1).png" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p data-end="2999" data-start="2843" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Both venues — The River Cabin and The Ostrich — provide natural outdoor settings ideal for the label’s aesthetic of harmony between sound and environment.</span></p><h2 data-end="3039" data-start="3006"><span style="color: #f1c232; font-family: Lato;">Sustainability and Community</span></h2><p data-end="2999" data-start="2843" style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p data-end="3451" data-start="3041" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">While official details for 2026 have not yet been released, previous <strong data-end="3133" data-start="3110">Anjunadeep Open Air</strong> events worldwide have emphasized <strong data-end="3209" data-start="3167">sustainability and local collaboration</strong>. If similar initiatives are continued, audiences can expect a responsible approach to event production, focusing on reducing waste, supporting local suppliers, and creating positive community engagement within South Africa’s music scene.</span></p><p data-end="3451" data-start="3041" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">The <strong data-end="3973" data-start="3920">third edition of Anjunadeep Open Air South Africa</strong> reaffirms the label’s commitment to creating global experiences rooted in quality music, artistry, and connection. With Above & Beyond headlining and two exceptional venues on the lineup, the 2026 edition promises to be a defining moment for South Africa’s electronic music community.</span></p><p data-end="1841" data-start="1781"> </p></div><iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="300" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/playlists/soundcloud%253Aplaylists%253A2109873323&color=%23ff0072&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true&visual=true" width="100%"></iframe><div style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 100; line-break: anywhere; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap; word-break: normal;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/think-in-electronic" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Think In Electronic">Think In Electronic</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/think-in-electronic/sets/above-beyond-deep-sets" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Above & Beyond Deep Sets">Above & Beyond Deep Sets</a></div>

Anjunadeep Open Air Returns to South Africa 2026 | Think In Electronic

 EVENT | THINK IN ELECTRONIC  Anjunadeep Open Air South Africa 2026 – The Third Edition of a Global Deep House Experience  The internationa...

HUGEL & Antdot in Johannesburg | Think In Electronic

<h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: #ff0072; color: white; font-size: x-large;"> EVENT | THINK IN ELECTRONIC </span></h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-size: x-large;">Experience the Ultimate Tech-House Night in South Africa With HUGEL & Antdot</span></h2><p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="325" data-start="316">Date:</strong> Saturday, 29 November 2025    |   </span><strong data-end="365" data-start="355" style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Venue:</strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"> Nasrec Expo Centre, Hall 5, Johannesburg</span></p><p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="325" data-start="316">Date:</strong> Saturday, 30 November 2025    |<b>   Venue :</b> The Grand Cafe and Beach, Cape Town</span></p><p data-end="738" data-start="568"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-R_6Kjv3S8fPiCIV6dp6aNgip7zORS1PJs3XFVchLNhuvneNPf1KlwXHY1NZqpUKzV6l_emwWTiAbAlKQItfIaACGtqawnrjXwZfO2ZDJ09ivsBgWw34y9NRclMqGpTaQitqhwnXgo4WY79WA0khX_NFlnSUss6VXusdmbpbjC-el98tBHSZPlT2jiqBO/s1920/Citadelle%CC%81%20event%20hugel%20and%20antdot%E2%80%94%20JHB%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Hugel and antdot in south africa November 2025 Think In Electronic" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-R_6Kjv3S8fPiCIV6dp6aNgip7zORS1PJs3XFVchLNhuvneNPf1KlwXHY1NZqpUKzV6l_emwWTiAbAlKQItfIaACGtqawnrjXwZfO2ZDJ09ivsBgWw34y9NRclMqGpTaQitqhwnXgo4WY79WA0khX_NFlnSUss6VXusdmbpbjC-el98tBHSZPlT2jiqBO/s16000-rw/Citadelle%CC%81%20event%20hugel%20and%20antdot%E2%80%94%20JHB%20(1).jpg" /></a></div><br /><p data-end="738" data-start="568" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">South Africa’s dance scene is in for a treat! Internationally renowned DJ and producer <strong data-end="598" data-start="589">HUGEL</strong> is bringing his signature <strong data-end="645" data-start="625">tech-house sound</strong> to Johannesburg, alongside Brazilian afro house star <strong data-end="709" data-start="699">Antdot</strong>.</span></p><p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"> </span></p><p data-end="964" data-start="740" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">This event brings together two of the biggest names in tech-house and melodic house for one spectacular night — blending <strong data-end="880" data-start="861">European energy</strong>, <strong data-end="898" data-start="882">Latin rhythm</strong>, and <strong data-end="928" data-start="904">South African spirit</strong> into one electrifying experience.</span></p><h2 data-end="992" data-start="971" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #f1c232; color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> Meet the Artists </span></h2><h3 data-end="1036" data-start="994" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato; font-size: medium;">HUGEL – French Tech-House Powerhouse</span></h3><p data-end="1348" data-start="1037" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">The globally acclaimed DJ and producer <strong data-end="1085" data-start="1076">HUGEL</strong> is known for his infectious blend of Latin-tech-house grooves and chart-topping remixes. Having played massive stages like <strong data-end="1225" data-start="1209">Tomorrowland</strong>, <strong data-end="1244" data-start="1227">Ushuaïa Ibiza</strong>, and <strong data-end="1266" data-start="1250">Lollapalooza</strong>, HUGEL’s sets are famous for pure energy, charisma, and hands-in-the-air vibes.</span></p><p data-end="1496" data-start="1350" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">His South African debut promises an unforgettable night filled with signature beats, Ibiza-style atmosphere, and that unmistakable HUGEL groove.</span></p><p data-end="1496" data-start="1350" style="text-align: justify;"><iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="166" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A1800524581&color=%23ff0072&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true" width="100%"></iframe><a href="https://soundcloud.com/hugelmusic" style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; text-align: left; text-decoration-line: none; text-wrap: nowrap;" target="_blank" title="HUGEL">HUGEL</a><span face="Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif" style="color: #cccccc; font-size: 10px; text-align: left; text-wrap: nowrap;"> · </span><a href="https://soundcloud.com/hugelmusic/hugel-live-pacha-barcelona-07042024" style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; text-align: left; text-decoration-line: none; text-wrap: nowrap;" target="_blank" title="HUGEL live @ Pacha Barcelona - 07.04.2024">HUGEL live @ Pacha Barcelona - 07.04.2024</a></p><h3 data-end="1546" data-start="1498" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #ff0072; font-family: Lato;">Antdot – Brazilian Melodic House Visionary</span></h3><p data-end="1816" data-start="1547" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Hailing from <strong data-end="1570" data-start="1560">Brazil</strong>, <strong data-end="1582" data-start="1572">Antdot</strong> has quickly become one of the most exciting names in the global electronic music scene. His sound combines deep melodic elements, Afro-inspired percussion, and lush progressive textures that captivate dance floors across the world.</span></p><p data-end="964" data-start="740"><iframe allow="autoplay" frameborder="no" height="166" scrolling="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/soundcloud%253Atracks%253A2168675046&color=%23ff0072&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&show_teaser=true" width="100%"></iframe><a href="https://soundcloud.com/antdotmusic" style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; text-decoration-line: none; text-wrap: nowrap;" target="_blank" title="Antdot">Antdot</a><span face="Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif" style="color: #cccccc; font-size: 10px; text-wrap: nowrap;"> · </span><a href="https://soundcloud.com/antdotmusic/antdot-a-little-part-of-my-pendrive-45" style="color: #cccccc; font-family: Interstate, "Lucida Grande", "Lucida Sans Unicode", "Lucida Sans", Garuda, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; text-decoration-line: none; text-wrap: nowrap;" target="_blank" title="antdot @ a little part of my pendrive #45">antdot @ a little part of my pendrive #45</a></p><p data-end="2048" data-start="1818" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">With releases on leading labels like <strong data-end="1868" data-start="1855">Scenarios</strong> and <strong data-end="1894" data-start="1873">Warung Recordings</strong>, Antdot’s performance in Johannesburg marks a major moment for house music fans eager to experience his live energy for the first time in South Africa.</span></p><h2 data-end="2309" data-start="2290" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #f1c232; color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> Event Details </span></h2><h3 data-end="1883" data-start="1865" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">When & Where</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></h3><ul data-end="2283" data-start="2069"> <li data-end="1924" data-start="1884"> <p data-end="1924" data-start="1886" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1895" data-start="1886">Date:</strong> Saturday, 29 November 2025</span></p> </li> <li data-end="1963" data-start="1925"> <p data-end="1963" data-start="1927" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1936" data-start="1927">Time:</strong> Gates open at 16:00 SAST</span></p> </li> <li data-end="2045" data-start="1964"> <p data-end="2045" data-start="1966" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1976" data-start="1966">Venue:</strong> Nasrec Expo Centre, Hall 5, Nasrec Rd & Rand Show Rd, Johannesburg </span></p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1883" data-start="1865" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">When & Where</span></h3><p data-end="2045" data-start="1966"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"></span></p><ul data-end="2283" data-start="2069"><li data-end="1924" data-start="1884"><p data-end="1924" data-start="1886" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1895" data-start="1886">Date:</strong> Saturday, 30 November 2025</span></p></li><li data-end="1963" data-start="1925"><p data-end="1963" data-start="1927" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1936" data-start="1927">Time:</strong> Gates open at 16:00 SAST</span></p></li><li data-end="2045" data-start="1964"><p data-end="2045" data-start="1966" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><strong data-end="1976" data-start="1966">Venue:</strong> Grand Cafe and Beach, Cape Town</span></p></li></ul><ul data-end="2283" data-start="2069"> </ul><h2 data-end="2309" data-start="2290" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #f1c232; color: white; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"> What to Expect </span></h2><h3 data-end="2339" data-start="2311"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5uUjys3gTvDo_mQAlxNXSZJblBe5cwQiCuT1m8hcLRPApo8foQrvhaCDH3upl_Akg7sDk0Y8NQnq0bopKtW4ezSFfZbR1jlRZvDaOChb-dzROouppTBndo64z1KbJG666gtcFxA_wt1Tvk__EjQIr8eJXOxca3Y_4SNak7qe4SsX3tPSskAVPD6tMTrAK/s251/citadelle%20cape%20town%20line%20up%20with%20hugel%20and%20antdot.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: justify;"><img alt="Hugel and Antdot south africa 2025 line up cape town" border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="201" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5uUjys3gTvDo_mQAlxNXSZJblBe5cwQiCuT1m8hcLRPApo8foQrvhaCDH3upl_Akg7sDk0Y8NQnq0bopKtW4ezSFfZbR1jlRZvDaOChb-dzROouppTBndo64z1KbJG666gtcFxA_wt1Tvk__EjQIr8eJXOxca3Y_4SNak7qe4SsX3tPSskAVPD6tMTrAK/s16000-rw/citadelle%20cape%20town%20line%20up%20with%20hugel%20and%20antdot.jpeg" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">A Global House Experience in South Africa</div></span></h3><p data-end="2764" data-start="2566" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Expect a perfect fusion of <strong data-end="2616" data-start="2593">European tech-house</strong>, <strong data-end="2645" data-start="2618">Brazilian melodic house</strong>, and <strong data-end="2682" data-start="2651">South African dance culture</strong>. From sunset to sunrise, it’s going to be a journey through rhythm and emotion.</span></p><h3 data-end="2793" data-start="2766" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">A Party Like No Other</span></h3><p data-end="2991" data-start="2794" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">This isn’t just another club night — it’s a full-scale experience for true house music lovers. The dance floor will be packed with like-minded locals ready to celebrate good music and good vibes.</span></p><h2 data-end="3397" data-start="3378" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: #f1c232; color: white; font-family: Lato;"><br /></span></h2><h2 data-end="3397" data-start="3378"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-azXDpfOj-WXfbdOcToY4Vnz1J1VjOKCbWPfzLkxyQDiiSOjN82z0cMdUVar_A1y1lN1bweQD_nhB_8_Nosbspn6mlinJrAnxTKGy1GvLNKFQlKzfupkm6ruilpxyERAF8mU6eYvcclrkIoyMi83I8dyjEBPaIl6pbbCOs99kZC8vBbvcWGOMbVBCx8Ow/s251/citsdelle%20johannesburg%20line%20up%20with%20hugel%20and%20antdot.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Hugel and Antdot south africa 2025 line up johannesburg" border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="201" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-azXDpfOj-WXfbdOcToY4Vnz1J1VjOKCbWPfzLkxyQDiiSOjN82z0cMdUVar_A1y1lN1bweQD_nhB_8_Nosbspn6mlinJrAnxTKGy1GvLNKFQlKzfupkm6ruilpxyERAF8mU6eYvcclrkIoyMi83I8dyjEBPaIl6pbbCOs99kZC8vBbvcWGOMbVBCx8Ow/s16000-rw/citsdelle%20johannesburg%20line%20up%20with%20hugel%20and%20antdot.jpeg" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f1c232; color: white; font-family: Lato; font-size: large;"> Don’t Miss Out </span></h2><h3 data-end="3426" data-start="3399"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Book Your Tickets Now</span></h3><p data-end="3545" data-start="3427"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Join thousands of local house music fans as <strong data-end="3491" data-start="3471">HUGEL and Antdot</strong> take over Johannesburg for one unforgettable night.</span></p><p data-end="3708" data-start="3547"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">Experience the energy, the rhythm, and the international house sound that’s taking the world by storm — live at <strong data-end="3681" data-start="3659">Nasrec Expo Centre</strong> on <strong data-end="3705" data-start="3685">29 November 2025</strong>.</span></p><p> </p><p data-end="3778" data-start="3710"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Lato;">👉 <a class="decorated-link" data-end="3776" data-start="3713" href="https://www.howler.co.za/artists/17831?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_new">Buy Your Tickets Here</a></span></p>

HUGEL & Antdot in Johannesburg | Think In Electronic

 EVENT | THINK IN ELECTRONIC  Experience the Ultimate Tech-House Night in South Africa With HUGEL & Antdot Date: Saturday, 29 November...