This DJ mix blends deep house with smooth, soulful, jazzy vocal textures—ideal for hanging out, chilling with friends, and relaxing, perhaps even sparking a bit of deep thinking. Following several deep-tech sets I did this year for a club crowd, I’ve gone “Back on Mine” with jazzy, deep, mellow house rhythms and melodies from these artists: Blue Six, Kaskade, Andy Caldwell, Needs, Chris Lum & Jay-J, Jamie Anderson, Glissando Bros feat Clair Dietrich, DJ Rasoul, Jay-J And Chris Lum, Rhythm Plate, The Deal, Korben Dallas, Solar House, Les Maçons De La Musique

A few friends asked for a new DJ mix that leaned deeper and more techy—progressive, perhaps a touch darker than usual. I took that to heart, collecting compelling deep-tech tracks along with quality house, and stitched them together with my own track, "Attractive." The result is a bit of “weirdness” for many listeners, and something truly great for some of you—and for me as well. I think we’ve crafted a thoughtful deep-tech set, perhaps a touch heavy at times, but still rooted in true deepness. What can I do to make you press play? Give it a listen now. Miguel Migs & Marc Jellybear, Layo & Bushwacka!, Paulo Rocha, Souldoubt, West Magnetic, Les Maçons De La Musique, Danylo, 16B, Paul Davidson, Piliavin & Zimbardo, Tony Thomas, Jay-J & Julius Papp, Shuffle Inc., Black Powder, Dan Confusion, Derrick Carter & Chris Nazuka, Home & Garden Present Nkemdi, Tojami Sessions, Macari & Jay-J feat Shawn Benson.

I waited a long time for DJ software, and finally TRAKTOR was here. Native Instruments Traktor was in my hands, and I was more than ready to test it on this DJ mix. I crossed the analog–digital bridge and could finally use all my MP3s anytime, experiment with filtering, play with loops, and explore so much more. My first recorded mix with Traktor felt like a "point of no return." I’d never go back to turntables or CDs; to me, it’s all just a “music transport.” Music comes first, and I like it loud and clear. You’d be amazed at how much easier and faster it is to find and mix new tracks. I know this may be technically my weakest Traktor mix, but if you love deep & tech, uplifting house—check it out. I also included and mixed one of my tracks with my friend Buttke, “Don’t Tell Anyone (Closer Mix )". The Aquanauts, The To-ka Project, Chris Lum, Deep Groove Theory, Rick Preston, Kooki, Circulation, Danylo, Sven Väth, Back To Back, Jay-J, Gabriel & Doron, DJ Buck, Miguel Migs & Marc Jellybear‎,

This is probably my last DJ mix created without computer software. I used an old mixer, a few CD players, and a Technics 1210MK2. The end result was full of surprises—even for me: deep and energetic, with soulful vocals, jazzy chords, pockets of electronics, afro, funky, and techy vibes. I think you’ll like it as much as I do. I made a few mistakes, but that’s part of the charm of old gear. The music is great, and the mix is here to stay because I love it—and I hope you’ll love it too. Artists: Aaron Carl, Ricardo Dias, Two Banks Of Four, Slow Supreme, Chaser, Inland Knights, Joeski & Chus, Intrallazzi & Fratty feat Joanne, Frankie Knuckles, Voom:Voom, DJ Buck & Chris Lum, Lehner & Biebl, Silver Haze feat Karin Brown, Faze Action, Justin Robertson pres Revtone, Hi-Lo, Fresh & Low, Little Green Men, Yann Fontaine, Kevin Yost

Finally, this was my third and last DJ mix, compiled with records I bought during my NYC trip in September 2001. I really enjoyed mixing this set and discovering fresh, exciting tracks. Music is endlessly inspiring, and I found myself craving more new sounds. All of these selections come from respected producers and singers such as: Solar House, St. Germain, Altocamet, Holland Tunnel, Martin Solveig, Tropical Deep, Jazz Brazillia, HErbie Hancock, Chaka Khan, Jovonn, Bass & Penn, DJ Shine, Teknostep, The DHJ Project, Teddy G, Jask...