DISTRIKT

Who knew DISTRIKT was going to go off on Monday afternoon? Time to get the week started! You really can never prepare for any kind of set at Burning Man because you never know what kind of crowd it is going to be. I pretty much knew with close friends in the DJ booth and a fully packed house it was time to go DISTRIKTBIG for this set. It's always such an honor to rock it out for our brothers and sisters there. The highlight of my dj sets at the Burn from 2016. Play this set before a good workout! Love you guys!

- https://soundcloud.com/derekhena

The energy within the blocks surrounding DISTRIKT is palpable, and there is no greater honor than getting to play a set there! I had actually been exploring the area that entire morning, on a quest to find my friends that were camping in the area. I couldn't find them, so I headed over to an already cracking party at DISTRIKT, got on the decks, and decided to send out a little call signal to my friends in the area, hoping they would recognize my vibes and come through. Within twenty minutes, that Burning Man magic we all know worked, and ALL my friends showed up, despite the fact that I hadn't told them I was playing. We had a blast. Hope you enjoy the mix :)

https://soundcloud.com/davidkiss

Where words fail, music speaks.

To our friends of DISTRIKT, it means the world to us that you invited us to share our sound with all of you beautiful creatures. Thank you for the support, encouragement, antics, love and the dirty beat. You have contributed to our lives in amazing ways. You're our partners in crime and some of our favorite people in the world. Dance like nobody's watching, love like you've never been hurt and live like there's no tomorrow.

aK

https://soundcloud.com/ak-beats-5

Playing DISTRIKT is always one of my musical highlights at Burning Man. Proper sound system and booth, fun crowd, tasty drinks and nice to see so many friends and familiar faces. As usual, I took the mix in a few directions- bumpin, techy, deep, percussive, some vocals and time appropriate. Thanks for the listen and for sharing the experience. And once again- many thanks to DISTRIKT for bringing the party to the playa every year , doing rocking parties and fundraising year round and for putting all the work that they do to make it happen.

More DJ mixes of mine can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/blicksmix

Being a part of DISTRIKT and the amazing people who organize and create such a magical experience at Burning Man is an unforgettable honor, to be able to share music and emotion as a DJ. Kicking things off to start the week, I was able to set the tone for all the energy & revelry that will ensue. It's a fantastic journey that I am so happy to be able to start with my set at DISTRIKT.

https://soundcloud.com/deep-woods

"This one time at Burning Man..." ...you can let your imagination run wild with finishing that sentence. ;)

After 12 years of going to Deep End and DISTRIKT religiously for a 'Dusty Good Time', this year I was honored to be asked to play DISTRIKT, which was my 20th Burn *)^(*.

After waking up a little later (than anticipated) from a long night at Mayan Warrior/Robot Heart Hookup out in Deep Playa, I raced over to DISTRIKT, where D.J. Boris Levit was holding things down nicely. Before I even had a chance to take off my camel-back, Boris said, 'this is my last track'. I reached around my neck for my FlashDrive containing my selections for my set at DISTRIKT, with my newest arsenal of secret weapons, and a handful classic gem's... but my Flash-Drive was GONE! It had been around my neck all week. Apparently I left it in the CDJ's at Robot Heart the day before on the Art-Tour with Skrillex. Luckily, I had a backup plan in place, and I remembered that I zip-tied one backup Flash-Drive to my headphones, and another one to my bike seat, just for this sort of scenario. Because “Sometimes… Burning Man Happens"

The Dance-Floor was just getting filled around 1pm, (well the bar was at least anyways ;) And I played appropriately for my time slot. Direct from my soul to the dance-floor. Not too hard, not too soft, just warm, groovy rhythms, designed to attract people to the dance-floor. And it totally worked! The floor started filling up with happy smiling faces, the DJ Booth started to fill up with friends.

"Playa Magic" was in full effect!

Playing music on That Sound-System for DISTRIKT, was absolutely exhilarating .... and having the opportunity to warm things up for DJ Dan, The Scumfrog, Syd Gris and Peter Blick was truly an honor. #Gratitude

Thank You DISTRIKT family! Looking forward to more dance-y, dusty good times....

See you on the Dust-Floor!

https://soundcloud.com/mistaremix

Wowza!! Every year at DISTRIKT just keeps getting better and better. I can’t thank everyone enough for your continued support from all over the world. DISTRIKT would not happen with you and of course our dedicated kore campers that help run camp not only the playa but year round.

There where some recording issues on Friday so this is is just the 2nd half of my closing set. It starts out banging and then winds down as the darkness sets in and people fade back to camp to get warm.

See you in the dust!!

Peace, Love and always Music!!!

~Benny

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Medusa Madness by Kevin Clark

It's always a pleasure to be able to play at DISTRIKT. The camp has given so much to me over the years. When I first started coming to burning man years ago DISTRIKT exposed me to new sounds and new music that I hadn't really heard before.

I can say for sure that DISTRIKT has been a strong influence on my musical taste and for that im forever grateful. In return I wanted to play something a little different this year so this mix starts out a bit slower and then gradually picks up, I hope you enjoy it!

- Brett Love

@brettlove

Three years ago I went to Burning Man for the first time, and camped with DISTRIKT. After leaving, having seen so many talented artists play, I had one thing in mind: To play at DISTRIKT. It was a dream that would become reality one year later. The energy on the dance floor is so unique and contagious, and I am so thankful for the opportunity to contribute to its soundtrack. Here is my Saturday afternoon set — I hope it brings you as many memories as it does to me. Thank you for the fun, the smiles, the love, and the craziness we shared on that day. Can't wait for our next time dancing together.

Track List:

Yes I will - Rich Vom Dorf

The Bridge (Shur-I-Kan Remix) - Jody Wisternoff ft. Sian Evans

Stardust - 16 bit Lolitas ft. Lucy Iris

Like It Or Not (Joris Voorn Remix) - Bob Moses

Dead End (Tim Green Remix - Atelier Francesco

Gravity Check - Doorly & Darius Syrossian

Asylum (Original Mix) - Brian Cid

Hypernova (Stephen Bodzin Remix) - Marc Romboy

Pacific (Miss Nine Remix) - Weepee

Take Me Higher (Original Mix) - Twism & B3RAO

We Work It - Sonny Fodera & Gene Farris

Jack In Town - Martin Waslewski

DJon Maya Mai (Sascha Braemer Remix) - Synapson ft. Victor Démé

All Forces Occur In Paris - Baikal

What’s A Girl To Do - Fatima Yamaha

Thank you again!

https://soundcloud.com/iamalexcecil

It wasn’t long ago that I never considered DJing or had any knowledge of the underground dance music scene whatsoever. In fact, it was at burning man many years ago that I had my first crash course in exposure to it at all. I remember the first time I came to DISTRIKT in 2010 I was so blown away by the complete wild nature of this seemingly never ending block party that was completely encompassed with a totally inviting family vibe; While the DJs, who were completely foreign to me were making everyone dance in rhythm with each other. Fast forward many years and there I was, walking into the DJ booth, playing on the Wednesday line up, of which I personally knew all the DJs. As my music career has started and grown, which such a burning man influence, so has my musical direction. With this set I completely went with the flow of the day and started with a very techie vibe, taking over from where Muffs & Mykola left off, and let music naturally flow from techie, grooves day time vibes to just open, progressive tech vibes. I am so happy to have been invited to join the musical family at the DISTRIKT, and really hope you enjoy this set… Looking forward to seeing you all this year at the burn!

@Kellam

Track list:

Vivians Kiss (Dub Mix) - Larry Cadge

Hydrogen- Rick Sanders

Papa Was A Rolling Stone

Rolling Stone - Dennis Cruz

Sorrow- Francensco Parla

Unlockers - Miguel Bastida

Pallas feat. Miroir - Nick Devon

Promise - Emde & Anham

Slow Hearts (Ominous Remix) - Slow Hearts

Los Bombos - Gruuve

Eating Hooks (Siriusmo Remix) - Moderat

Zweiheit - Zebra Centauri

Shuvit - Piemont

Ready (Mihai Popoviciu Remix) - Skai

Pursuit - Detroit Swindle

Back In The Day - Mowgli Feat Amber Jolene

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