Episode 41

Los Angeles native TOBEHONEST has carved out his place in the tech house world with a rhythm-forward sound that merges Latin grooves and European club energy. From DJing frat parties at the University of Arizona to landing top spots on Beatport and stages at EDC and Brooklyn Mirage, his rise has been as genuine as it is explosive. With consistent releases since 2022 and widespread support from major players, TOBEHONEST brings authenticity, heat, and global flavor to every set.

With roots in viral success and a sharp ear for house and garage, X & Ivy have quickly become a name to watch in the electronic scene. Backed by Radio 1, Capital Dance, and artists like Marco Carola and Job Jobse, they’ve taken their sound global with gigs across the US, UK, and Australia. Their recent track with Todd Edwards, “Keep Me,” fuses classic UKG vocals with their modern house aesthetic, solidifying their position as genre-blending innovators.

Blurring the lines between dance music and emotional storytelling, MAFRO has emerged as a standout voice in the UK’s electronic scene. His woozy, genre-bending sound—first showcased on his Bloom EP and now continued with his HIGHER EP—has earned him collaborations with Diplo and recognition in NME’s Top 100. With influences like Jacques Greene and Jai Paul, MAFRO offers a refreshing take on electronica that floats above the club, inviting listeners into a space where vulnerability meets groove.

Hailing from the small town of Welkom in South Africa’s Free State, Kasango—real name Kasmario Thulani Ike Fankis—has emerged as one of the country’s rising stars in house music. Driven by a lifelong passion and inspired by local icons like Black Coffee and DJ Kent, he honed his craft from the age of 16, studying the art of DJing with relentless dedication. With a deep love for rhythm and an ear for soulful grooves, Kasango is carving out a path that’s fueled by talent, community, and a clear vision of where he’s headed.

Terr is the vibrant solo project of Brazilian-born, Berlin-based artist Daniela Caldellas, known for crafting emotionally charged, genre-blending electronic music. Fusing electro, disco, and analog synth work with vivid storytelling, she’s released on top labels like Phantasy, Hotflush, and Permanent Vacation. With standout tracks like “Tale of Devotion” and “Energy Sync” and remixes for artists including Tiga and Rüfüs du Sol, Terr’s cinematic sound and sharp production have earned her a unique spot in the global electronic landscape.

CHKLTE is a master of subtle textures and deep grooves, weaving intricate soundscapes both on the decks and in the studio. Cutting his teeth in Austin and becoming a key figure at Blacktone, he’s since taken his hypnotic style global with performances at Club der Visionaere, ADE, and beyond. With releases on labels like Vatos Locos and Floorpiece, and support from underground icons like tINI, SIT, and Cabanne, CHKLTE is steadily crafting a sound that’s both seductive and technically sharp—one that continues to climb across international dance floors.

From the underground clubs of Tel Aviv to festival stages across Israel, NOYA’s rise has been fast and fiery. Her sets are a colorful collision of acid house, disco, and electronica—backed by an energy that’s as infectious as it is unrelenting. After teaching herself to DJ in 2018, she’s played major venues like The Forum and festivals like DGTL, building momentum toward the release of her debut EP. With global ambitions and dance floors erupting in response to her sound, NOYA is a bright, bold name to watch.

Paramida is a Panorama Bar resident known for her genre-defying sets that blur the lines between proto-house, Italian dream house, trance, and high-energy techno. Based in Berlin since 2010, she’s built a reputation for digging deep into the outer fringes of dance music, curating euphoric and surprising journeys on the dance floor. As the founder of Love On The Rocks, Paramida channels her taste into a label that champions offbeat club gems, while her Rinse FM show offers a glimpse into the eclectic sounds that fuel her global travels and singular style.