Redroom Sessions - An Electronic Music Podcast - Deep House, Techno, Chill, Disco

ORANGE MONKEY(INDIA) Based in Bangalore and born in Delhi, Uday Khanna, aka Orange Monkey, is an electronic music artist with an endless passion for sound and a goal to rejuvenate people through immersive beats. His sets blend progressive, melodic and minimal elements, creating a sonic experience that captivates dance floors. Having trained under Sagar B (Seventh Sea) at Beatworx Studio, Bangalore, curated by the renowned DJ duo Audio Units, Orange Monkey brings both technical precision and artistic vision to his performances. Sharing the stage with some of the most renowned DJs in India, he continues to refine his craft while pushing the boundaries of electronic music. Beyond music, he is also a digital marketer with expertise in brand-building through tech, creativity and storytelling.

MATTHIAS MEYER (GERMANY) Long-time Watergate resident DJ and Producer Matthias Meyer is set for a stellar 2022, propelled by career defining moments, including a series of acclaimed releases and a worldwide tour. The Berlin-based artist’s previous release on Watergate Records with Budakid, ‘Sweet Ease’ / ‘Hybrid Society’, reached No.1 on Beatport Indie Dance towards the end of 2021 and was a highlight of countless DJ sets, including in WhoMadeWho’s BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix. Having launched his own label, Strangely Enough, in 2020 with the sumptuous ‘Strangely Enough’ EP, Matthias Meyer delivered the highly original and powerful ‘The Choir’ EP in January 2022 on the imprint. Further releases will follow on the label throughout the year, which will present Matthias Meyer’s own unique sound, alongside other artists which share his vision. As a highly in-demand selector, Matthias Meyer’s DJ sets showcase his unique style which ranges from uplifting and orchestral, to deep and hypnotic tribal grooves. In addition to his nearly 10 years as a Watergate Berlin resident, Matthias Meyer held a residency at Hot Since 82’s Labyrinth event at Pacha, Ibiza. Matthias Meyer regularly graces the decks at leading venues and festivals around the world, including London’s Tobacco Dock, Liverpool’s Circus, Fabrik Madrid, Rex Paris, Cityfox New York, Brooklyn Mirage, Stereo Montreal, London’s Village Underground, Nordstern Basel, Miami Do Not Sit On The Furniture, Snowbombing Festival, Ibiza’s Hï, Amnesia, Heart, and the island’s newest venue Akasha. Another highlight on the road was a memorable trip to Brazil, playing D-Edge and Warung to universal acclaim. Matthias Meyer has also appeared on both the Mixmag Lab and Boiler Room, Berlin. Matthias Meyer’s productions and remixes have featured on an array of respected labels including Bedrock (his remix of Guy Mantzur, Khen ‘Where Is Home’), Do Not Sit on The Furniture (‘Lacuna’), Renaissance (his remix of 8Kays ‘Sun Will Come Out’), Liebe Detail (‘Infinity’, Tout Va Bien’ & ‘Reichanbach’), and RADIANT (remix of Nick Curly ‘Jaaron’). His remix of Butch ‘Shahzrad’ on Watergate made Pete Tong’s BBC Radio 1 Tunes of the Year. Matthias Meyer’s sublime productions and remixes have been supported by many leading DJs, including Pete Tong, Sasha, John Digweed, Annie Nightingale, Anja Schneider, Marco Carola, Maya Jane Coles, Lee Burridge, Rodriguez Jr., Hernan Cattaneo, and BLOND:ISH.

KONARK (INDIA) DJ Konark (Konark Sikka) is a veteran in the electronic music scene, known for his versatility and unique approach to blending sounds. Having explored electronic music from a young age, he has steadily expanded his repertoire to include diverse influences. This exclusive mix for Redroom Sessions showcases his signature style with a special twist—featuring energetic Bollywood mashups that bring a fresh, dynamic vibe to the dance floor. With his passion for creating engaging musical journeys, DJ Konark continues to carve his own space in the industry.

SUB-EMERGE (INDIA) sub-Emerge crafts progressive/melodic house and techno, a sound honed from years of musical exploration. His earlier project, Essayy (linktr.ee/essayyofficial), garnered features in Rolling Stone India, Radio City, and Red FM, along with 20+ track releases and 2 EPs on labels like BassX Records. This experience paved the way for sub-Emerge's focused journey into house and techno music. Now, sub-Emerge delivers energetic sets, sharing stages with international artists like Mia Mendi, Weekend Heroes, Natascha Polké, Lemon & Herb and Vanco, as well as prominent local talents such as Fake Tattoos and Aatma. His releases span labels including Dear Deer, Outer Space Oasis, and 90watts, and his work as sub-Emerge has also been featured in Rolling Stone India, The Indian Music Diaries, Savaal Magazine, Circle of Love, with his mixtape featured by Redroom Sessions.

DJ GAURAV MALVAI (INDIA) Malvai, aka DJ Gaurav Malvai, is a true maverick — a defier of convention and a guaranteed source of fun at every gig. With a career spanning nearly two decades, he has performed across the globe, sharing stages with icons like Jennifer Lopez, Lionel Richie, Sting, Shakira, and many more. He remains the first choice for some of the world’s biggest weddings and events, thanks to his versatility and uncanny ability to read the room and elevate the moment. His upcoming releases promise to capture that same magic, reflecting his eclectic taste that spans Chill Out, Indie, Nu Disco, Deep, and Techno.

ANEMOL (INDIA) Emerging from the untamed wilds of music, ANEMOL is a musician, DJ and producer. whose soundscapes are a pulsating fusion of raw nature and electric energy. Harnessing the raw power of nature and infusing it with electric energy, ANEMOL’s music is a high-voltage journey. His tracks are charged with an electrifying intensity that keeps the dance floor pulsating with life. At the heart of ANEMOL’s music is the primal instinct to move, to connect, to dance. His beats are the soundtrack to a mating dance, a celebration of life and passion that draws people together in an ecstatic embrace. ANEMOL’s performances are more than just a musical journey; they are a wild adventure. Every set is carefully curated to take the audience on a trip through the raw, untamed territories of sound. His ability to blend genres and create a cohesive narrative with his music is what sets him apart in the world of DJiing. Drawing inspiration from a broad range of electronic and groovy genres in House & Techno spectrum, and the primal instincts that drive us, ANEMOL creates soundscapes that are both deeply rooted in the earth and soaring through the electric skies. His work is a testament to the power of music to transcend the ordinary and transport us to a world where we can truly be wild and free.

THE RICHER (INDIA) The Richer is a rising force in the global techno scene, hailing from India. A straight-edged artist with an ever-expanding sound universe, he blends hypnotic, energetic & transcendental sounds with deep influences from his Sanatan culture. His music serves as a medium to express the great opulence of The Supreme Lord Krishna and the wisdom of the Vedas, crafting an immersive & unique experience that resonates across dancefloors and spiritual realms alike. The Richer has also delivered a hypnotic techno mix for Data Transmission Radio, one of the most famous platforms in the techno music industry. His work has also been recognized by Homegrown magazine, India's leading publication for underground culture. His music has gained strong support from renowned DJs such as Ayako Mori, Gianni Parinni, and Indira Paganotto, and has been played at major techno hubs, including Mumbai. With a growing discography, The Richer has released music on some of the most well-respected labels in the scene, including Physical Techno Recordings, Let Techno Unite Records, Amsterdam Techno Records, Rave Me Hard & many more. His EP Macht Nacht saw great success, staying on the Beatport charts for over a week, further solidifying his place in the industry. Born in 2005, The Richer is a passionate artist who channels his spontaneity and emotions into diverse and radiant vibrations. His music is a journey both personal and transcendental, crafted to push boundaries & explore new dimensions.

RECONNECT (INDIA) RECONNECT IS AN EMERGING ARTIST DJ & MUSIC PRODUCER FROM INDIA BASED OUT OF NEW DELHI. SHE IS GAINING AND GROWING REPUTATION AS TOP FEMALE PROGRESSIVE HOUSE DJ .HER MUSIC GAME HAS BEEN STRONG FROM HER EARLY SCHOOL DAYS. SHE HAS BEEN ON GUITAR , SYNTH & ELECTRONIC PADS & CAN PLAY MANY INSTRUMENTS LIVE .A VERSATILE CREATIVE PERSON WORKING DILIGENTLY ON CREATING NEW SOUNDS & MAKING TRENDING MUSIC FOR ALL CLUBS & MUSIC FESTIVALS.HER VERSATILITY CAN BE SEEN FROM DIFFERENT ASPECTS OF HER LIFE , SHE HAS BEEN A MODEL & TO EXPLORE HER CREATIVE SIDE SHE ALSO DID FASHION DESIGNING & FASHION STYLIST TO KEEP HER FASHION GAME ON TOP.SHE WAS ALSO ONE OF THE FAVOURITE CONTESTANT IN A MTV SHOW CALLED SPLITSVILLA WHICH GAINED A LARGE FAN BASE.. RECONNECT HAS AN ACTIVE PERFORMING SCHEDULE AT CLUBS , FESTIVALS & PRIVATE EVENTS.

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FIRRAQ (INDIA)Firaaq is a rising artist in the underground music scene, known for his unique fusion of Indian classical music with modern electronic elements. Born and raised in Kolkata,India, Firaaq was exposed to the rich traditions of Indian classical music from a young age, which later became a major influence in his music production. After years of honing his craft, Firaaq burst onto the scene with his debut EP, which garnered critical acclaim for its innovative sound and impeccable production. Since then, he has continued to push the boundaries of traditional music genres, blending them seamlessly with contemporary sounds. Drawing inspiration from his personal experiences and cultural roots, Firaaq's music evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing, while also reflecting the complexity and diversity of modern India. His intricate melodies and soulful vocals transport listeners on a journey through time and space, creating a truly immersive experience. With each new release, Firaaq continues to captivate audiences and build a loyal following, earning him a reputation as one of the most exciting and talented artists in the underground music scene. With a bright future ahead, he is poised to make a lasting impact on the world of music.

AWAAZ (INDIA) Awaaz is the live electronic project of Ro, launching this summer with a genre-bending set that blends ethnic, afro, tribal, and organic house with deep roots in Indian musical tradition. Armed with Ableton Live and an extensive hardware setup, Awaaz brings a rare, fully live performance to the stage—featuring over eight instruments played in real time, including the Turkish saz, handpan, sarangi, and harmonium. His sets are a high-energy, multi-instrumental journey through ancient textures and contemporary rhythm. More than a performance, Awaaz is an immersive experience—a celebration of culture, percussion, and live electronic storytelling.

SHRII (INDIA) Shrii is an independent singer, DJ, producer and performer whose music bridges the worlds of Indian classical, blues, pop and electronic dance music. With formal training in Indian classical vocals and a deep passion for global electronic sounds, she crafts a unique sonic identity that seamlessly blends traditional and contemporary influences.

GONE GIRL (INDIA) Gone Girl is the creative expression of Delhi-based artist and DJ Megha, channeling her passion for progressive house and techno into deeply immersive musical experiences. Her sets weave together raw underground energy and forward-thinking soundscapes, creating a distinct vibe that sets her apart. In addition to her DJing, Gone Girl is channeling her creativity into music production, focusing on creating original tracks that reflect her unique sound and vision.

BIGODES (PORTUGAL) Bigodes is Portuguese DJ who makes dance floors sweat just as much as his personal training clients! With an explosive mix of Tech House, House, and Techno, he turns every set into a unique, groove-filled party always in sync with the crowd’s energy. By day he gets you in shape by night he drops the beats that keep you moving non-stop!

GOOS (QATAR) With a combination of steady, yet very well received gigs, Goos brings a distinctive energy to the floor. His sound ranges from intricate melodies to chunky basslines, often inspired by earthy tones from around the world. Goos was born in Doha, Qatar to musically inclined parents who introduced him to rock music at a very young age. This early onset of music led to a gamut of musical influences in his life ranging from Led Zeppelin, The Doors and Pink Floyd. His deep- seated love for percussion instruments led Goos on a pursuit to learn the Mridangam. This subsequently enabled him to also take up drumming, giving him a well-rounded understanding of percussion. Goos discovered his passion for dance music through the unique sounds of Eric Prydz and Roger Sanchez. Goos hosted his own showcase at the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) in 2018 titled Journey on Tour presenting artists from around the world apart from Journey on Tour gigs across India. Goos has played alongside international artists such as Acid Pauli, Viken Arman, Julian Jeweil, Olivier Giacomotto, Denis Horvat, Toto Chiavetta, Ten Walls, Paji, Lane 8, Yotto, Ben Bohmer, Gallago, Nils Hoffman, Dee Montero, Tinlicker, Kora, Theo Kottis, Kevin De Serna, Eelke Kleijn, Sebastien Leger, Joseph Ashworth, Roger Martinez, Dousk, Just Her, Roger Sanchez, Kid Crème and Funkagenda to name a few. Goos has also played at the Echoes of Earth Festival, Satellite Beachside festival in Goa and Go:Madras in Chennai alongside many local acts apart from international artists. Goos was picked as one of ten rising DJ’s worldwide by Pioneer DJ for their Kuvo service. This was heard and reviewed by Daisuke Ito, a long time contributor to club and culture publications including Resident Advisor. Goos’ sets have been featured on British Airways and Emirates Inflight Entertainment Worldwide, Cafe Mambo Ibiza Radio, Everything will be OK (UK), Zenebona Radio, Sonne, Strand Und Meer, The Deep Room, Deep House Athens, and more.His fortnightly podcast ‘Journey’ is over 6 years old and champions the best in deep and organic house. It showcases the full range of sounds of this versatile artist apart from a rotating roster of guest mixes on every episode. Goos also holds a weekly residency on Pure Ibiza Radio UAE (94.7 FM) called Journey on Air.

BEATRIX (INDIA) While exploring music he got to set his hands on the Dj console for the first time back in 2011 and that was the time he never looked back. Iniated as a passion, Lokesh aka. Dj Beatrix turned music into his career in a span of a year. The best thing about his career is that he's been playing at different places that catered to different genres or styles of music and he took each opportunity as a challenge, which enabled him to become impeccable in various styles so that he justifies the task with complete perfection. Beatrix has already established a name for himself by his style of mixing, he is quite popular among the crowd for his unique taste for DeepHouse and HipHop fusion which can be classified primarily as NuDisco, HouseMusic, Commercial Dance Music and Hiphop. Beatrix is busy experimenting with new Dj tech Tools and styles of mixing as he believes in passion for music and he wants to grow more and more into it.

INNAM (UKRAINE) Born under the sun of freedom-loving Odessa (Ukraine),Innam is that musician,each set of her is a colorful dawn of emotions on the dance floor.Her style is her real musical revelation,which comes from a mix of progressive&afro house, house and melodic house&techno rhythms.Inna is convinced that music is the universal language of happiness, which she has been sharing since 2017.

JUAN MEJIA (USA) Juan Mejia, Miami based DJ and producer, has achieved a solid reputation in the east coast music scene for the past two decades for brand of dance music. Juan in 1995 move to Orlando to attend full sale of the recording arts where he got his audio engineering degree. While he was in school, he discovered his true calling in the DJ world. His journey began with a residency playing hip-hop at the top club in Orlando called, "Firestone" . This was the time when DJs played records and there were no CD players. At this time Orlando was a top spot for underground music and the Rave scene exposed midnight all kinds of new vibes and sounds not being heard in Miami, In 1999, Mejia was determined to move back to Miami after a great run in Orlando. In no time he had residency at Groovejet, mentioned, and crobar. He was at crowbar from 2000 to 2003 very became well known for his versatility of music styles. Spinning at Crober gave me the opportunity to become involved in the deep house movement that was happening at the time. He started to experiment with the Sound and found himself playing all over the country in places like San Francisco, Chicago, New York, Las Vegas and in South America, also touring and opening for such as Eric Morillo, Josh Wink and little Louis Vega. Deep House was his true calling and in 2003 he started his label Dutchie Music. The label has achieved #1s in its historic run. Juan continues to DJ worldwide yearly tour to South America to Peru. Mexico and Columbia have given Durchie music a world wide platform. He has developed an alliance with the south east Asia elite and storing every six months to countries like Singapore Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and India. Miami is still home and he has residences at the W hotel in brackets living room, Chotto Matte, events at live and sports at the keep it deep Miami.

MARI WILD (RUSSIA) MARI WILD is Techno & House DJ from Russia. She became a DJ in Russia, playing techno and house music in her homeland, in the Far East in cities Khabarovsk, Vladivostok and Komsomolsk-on-Amur. The DJ's further career continued in Saint Petersburg and Moscow. Recently started to perform in India, played at parties hosted by Kita Records /Goa/, Adam & Eva promo group /Koh Phangan/. She is often asked to play at private & pool parties, cos she is able to create a unique positive vibe with her authenticity and style. By the way, style is an integral part of Mari, because in addition to DJing, she is also a professional barber/stylist.

SAQIB (USA) Saqib is a guitarist, electronic music producer, and dancefloor instigator based in Brooklyn, NY. Since 2013 he has put out a steady stream of releases on Abracadabra, Flying Circus, Sol Selectas, Maccabi House, Kamai Music, and other notable electronic music labels. He also recently started his own imprint, Beats On Time now known for #1 charting tracks on Beatport. In 2021 he was named one of 1001 Tracklists' top 100 music producers to look out for. His musical background started as a teenager playing guitar and bass in heavy metal bands, and you can hear this influence in his productions and DJ sets. He moved on to take courses in sound design and music production at Point Blank Music Academy, School of Audio Engineering NYC, Dubspot NYC, and Rutgers University. His notable recent dance floor appearances include Electric Zoo Festival, Cityfox at The Brooklyn Mirage, Abracadabra Miami as well as the upcoming Abracadabra NYC(2024), Monkey Loft Seattle for an open-to-close set which is on the horizon for the 2024 season too. Saqib’s upcoming releases include Desert Hearts Black, an EP called ‘Timing’ in collaboration with Aquarius Heaven, and SAREGAMA records edits of widely famous songs.