Born in the UK, and currently based in UAE, Egyptian DJ Maks is a driving force behind its thriving underground music scene. Considered one of the first originators of minimal and microhouse music in the region, Maks’ sound has left an indelible mark on dance floors in prestigious party series and festivals across the globe like Romania’s Sunwaves and Washington DC’s Flash. In October 2023, the DJ showcased at Nacelle and ByGanz’s party in Soma Bay.

For Select 243, Maks brings us a 90-minute mix of the early-morning six-hour set he recently played for Flash Club’s NYE party in DC. A mix of hypnotic house and minimal beats with a splash of soul, the set features heavy-hitting tunes by famous artists like Traumer, Cap, Andrey Pushkarev, Eris, Monile and more.