SOUL OF SYDNEY Feel-Good FUNK RADIO

A classic mixtape from Sydney crate digger, DJ & producer MK-1, pulled from the SOUL OF SYDNEY archives, circa 2013. A sonic story told through music, from one of our favourite local selectors — DJ MK-1. MK-1 Presents Malika (2013) is a deep, layered journey through hip hop, funk, soul and deep grooves, put together by a seasoned Sydney selector who has been doing his thing since the early '90s. One of the first DJs we went out and listened to back in the day, MK-1 was already playing bars, clubs and block parties around Sydney — and he's still doing it today. We've caught him everywhere from Caterpillar Club and Dean & Nancy's to the many Sydney spots where good music and serious selectors have found a home. A proper crate digger with a knack for finding gems and connecting sounds from all over the place. You never quite know where MK-1 is going to take you, but there's always something good waiting around the corner. A snapshot of Sydney's underground music scene from back in the day, preserved in the SOUL…

👑 DJ HAMO – Michael Jackson Memorial Mix (2009) Back from the SOUL OF SYDNEY archives! We recently rediscovered this forgotten gem on an old hard drive a tribute mix recorded by DJ HAMO Tevita in 2009 following the passing of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. This mix was on heavy rotation back in the day, featuring Michael Jackson edits, bootlegs, remixes, rare versions and classic funk, soul, disco and R&B club cuts. A timeless tribute celebrating one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Rest in Peace, Michael Jackson. 1. Michael Jackson – Never Can Say Goodbye (Remix) 2. Michael Jackson – One More Chance (Metro Remix) 3. Michael Jackson – Butterflies 4. Michael Jackson – The Girl Is Mine (2008 with will.i.am) (Thriller 25th Anniversary Remix) 5. Michael Jackson & Janet Jackson – Scream Louder (Flyte Tyme Remix) 6. Michael Jackson – I Wanna Be Where You Are 7. The Jacksons – Blame It on the Boogie 8. Bobby V. – Tell Me 9. Michael Jackson – Another Part of Me (Single Version) 10. Michael Jackson –…

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DJ SEB ONE | Soul of Sydney Season Opening Party 2025 (Podcast 446) Recorded at the Soul of Sydney Season Opening Party in October 2025, this extended 1 hr 46 min warm-up from DJ SEB ONE blends Neo Soul, R&B, Hip Hop Soul, Funk, Boogie, Rare Groove and soulful dancefloor classics. From Brandy, Aaliyah, Lauryn Hill and Mary J. Blige through to Patrice Rushen, Frankie Beverly & Maze, Teena Marie and The Whispers, this mix is packed with soulful moments and classic party vibes for lovers of quality music. 🎧 Tracklist & Timestamps 00:00 | 01. Brandy – Baby 02:55 | 02. Horace Brown – Things We Do For Love 05:50 | 03. Unknown – Unknown Beat 08:45 | 04. Mack Wilds – Remember The Time 11:40 | 05. Aaliyah – Try Again (Remix) 14:35 | 06. Quincy Jones & James Ingram – One Hundred Ways 17:30 | 07. Minnie Riperton – Lovin' You 20:20 | 08. Lauryn Hill – All My Time (Instrumental) 23:10 | 09. Paid & Lauryn Hill – All My Time (Remix) 26:00 | 10. Mary J. Blige – Real Love (Remix) 28:55 | 11. SWV – Right Here (Human Nature…

legendary NYD DJ, DANNY KRIVIT, Salsoul records tribute mix live at Dommune | Tokyo Japan Live Mix Recorded Nov 3 2015 Track List / Spring Rain by Silvetti Love is Still Blue - Paul Mauriat Make it last forever - Innersoul Orchestra Everyman (Joe Clausell remix) By Double Exposure Hit & Run By Loleatta Holloway Slap, Slap Lickedy Lap By Instant Funk Anikana-o By Kongas The Bottle (La Botella) By Joe Bataan Dance A Little Bit Closer (12" mix) By Charo & The Salsoul Orchestra Dr Love by First Choice Moon Boots By Orlando Riva Sound Sweet Dynamite by Claudja Barry How High - The Salsoul Orchestra Victorius - Ripple (Danny Krivit Edit) Pass the buck - love committee The Beat Goes On - Ripple Handle With Care - DJ Romain Johnny Come Home by Claudja Barry Heres to you - Sky - SOUL OF SYDNEY | Feel-Good FUNK, SOUL, DISCO & OLD SCHOOL party jams & beyond | Strictly for the LOVE | Follow us for party info & mixes | facebook.com/soulofsydney | soundcloud.com/soulofsydney | instagram.com/soulofsydney | soulofsydney.org

🎧 SOUL OF SYDNEY 007 (2009) | SUPERBREAK – Deep Cosmic Funk, Disco Edits & Nu-Disco Journey Dive into the Soul of Sydney archives with this timeless mix from Sydney underground edit specialist SUPERBREAK. Originally recorded in 2009, this journey through deep disco, cosmic funk, nu-disco, Balearic grooves and dancefloor-ready edits showcases the impeccable taste and musical vision that made SUPERBREAK one of Sydney's most respected selectors. From rare disco gems and soulful house grooves to cosmic funk excursions and expertly crafted edits, this mix is packed with underground dance music goodness from start to finish. Essential listening for fans of disco edits, deep house, cosmic disco, funk, Balearic beats and crate-digger culture. 🎧 Mixed by SUPERBREAK 📍 Presented by Soul of Sydney ⏱️ TRACKLIST 00:00 Fat Attack (Brother J's The World Is Yours Edit) – Superbreak 04:15 Never Gonna (Superbreak Dub) – Crazy P 08:30 Wall Ride (Eddie C Remix) – SE62 12:45 Falling – I:Cube 17:00 Hot Muffin (AO Remix) –…

MIX: Sydney Funk Godfather GRAHAM MANDROULES (All Souled Out DJ’s) live at SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD 2016 – 5-6pm. It is always a pleasure and an absolute blessing to be able to witness home legends of Sydney’s party scene work their magic behind the turntables. We have been banging this recording for a few weeks and so blessed we captured this special moment, what an amazing set! As one of the handful of cats who helped nurture and shape Soul and Funk scene from as far back as 70’s, Graham has literally been living the DJ’s dream his entrie life, moving bodies with his memorable sets since the 1970’s. As a little treat on the week he celebrates 60th birthday please enjoy this recording of one of Sydney’s undisputed don’s doing it strictly for the love of Funk & Soul goodness and be buy him a birthday beer if you see floating around this weekend. On New Year’s Day this year we were fortunate to host a very special set from good friend and SYDNEY FUNK GODFATHER DJ GRAHAM MANDROULES in the beautiful sunshine. It was…

Soul of Sydney Radio 💛 Show 445 – El Chino | All Vinyl Brazilian Funk, Lovers Rock & Deep Roots El Chino steps up for a warm-up set at Soul of Sydney's 14th Birthday open-air jam — and this one is something special. Pure selector vibes: all vinyl, no laptop, no shortcuts. A carefully curated journey through Brazilian funk, lovers rock reggae, and deep roots music, flowing from the heat of São Paulo boogie through to cosmic soul and inner-city Sydney. This is the kind of set that reminds you why real music played on real wax hits different. From Mato's silky reggae re-readings of soul classics to Marcos Valle's sunbaked Brazilian disco, Roy Ayers in full African-funk spirit mode, and the ultra-rare Garfield Fleming doing his thing. Recorded live at Soul of Sydney's 14th Birthday, November 2025 — open air, real vibes, proper music. El Chino is one of Sydney's true musical treasures — a selector who has been schooling us for years through his weekly show Departure Lounge, every Saturday afternoon on 2SER FM.…

LARRY LEVAN Dedication tribute mix by DJ SPINNA (NYC) - Part I DJ Spinna Larry Levan dedication mix pt 1 DJ Spinna, one of the most influential DJ’s who really mastered the art of seamlessly combining hip hop and house music sounds has created a delightful dedication mix to the one and only DJ legend, Larry Levan. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Mr. Levan - he was a pioneer in New York’s club scene in the late 80’s early 90’s with a huge hand in the legendary Paradise Garage which has been referred to as the “prototype to the modern club” - a club that was entirely focused on DANCING. Check out what DJ SPINNA had to say about LARRY LEVAN and the PARADISE GARAGE below // Here's a mix of some of my personal favorite Larry Levan remixes and productions. Many people in the dance community already understand the role that Larry had on shaping the New York club culture via the legendary Paradise Garage which lasted a little over a decade. I was fortunate enough to experience Larry's magic in the G the…

Joey Negro Live Soulful House & Disco selections live at Goldfish in Kingscross Sydney years ago from the archives of Sydney club. #disco #joeynegro #soulfulhouse

KON's 4th of July Mix (2009) Style: Disco, Funk, R&B, Soul & Early House vibes. Time: 1 Hour. DJ: Kon (Kon & Amir, BBE Records, USA) Recorded: July 4 2009 About the mix, "I was fortunate to have grown up in a time when this sound, this music... was new, and theres a lot of memories connected to this music.." Track list: SOUL OF SYDNEY – TRACKLIST UPDATE 1. Frankie Knuckles – Your Love 2. Kon – Summertime (Kon's 1st Take) 3. France Joli – Feel Like Dancing (Edit) 4. Chow Daddy – Never Fade (Ronnie Laws Edit) 5. Earth, Wind & Fire – Runnin' (Krivit Edit) / Fela (Haul & Mason Edit) 6. L.T.D. – Love To The World (Kon's Live Edit) 7. Roy Ayers – Can't You See Me (Cubeism Edit) 8. Gary Davis – Gotta Get Your Love 9. Wood, Brass & Steel Band – Funkanova (K-Dope / Todd The God Multitrack Remix) 10. Sylvester – Over And Over 11. The Jacksons – Living Together (Ron Hardy Tribute Edit) 12. Teddy Pendergrass – Madd Luck (Dimitri From Paris Edit) 13. Jessie Gould – Out Of Work (Cubeism Edit) 14. G.Q. – Lies (Theo Parrish…

Stone cold tribal stomper that was massive around the world, from our special guest STEPHEN ALLKINS aka LOVE TATTOO. Catch him at SPIRIT OF HOUSE Tribute Party, Sunday July 6 2025 playting at GREENWOOD HOTEl. Info at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse

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A rare Stephen Allkins edit of REN WOOD's - Everybody Get Up (1979) is a stone cold disco stomper we have been playing for years. We are excited to welcome SYDNEY DISCO ICON, STEPHEN ALLKINS to the next SPIRIT OF HOUSE Tribute Party on Jul 6 at Greenwood Hotel. Join us at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse

Love Tattoo* – History Of Disco Pt 2 a release from Sydney DISCO ICON STEPHEN ALLKINS aka [Love] Tattoo out on Tape to Tape in 1999. https://www.discogs.com/release/1630864-Love-Tattoo-History-Of-Disco-Pt-2 - Catch Stephen Allkins at SPIRIT OF HOUSE tribute party Sunday July 6 @ Greenwood Hotel. Info at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse #stephenallkins

Cumbiambero Loco: An Afro-Latin & Caribbean Expedition into Cumbia (2009) Mixed By: JackPosada Our podcast this week is a little different to the standard ‘Funk’ we been featuring, it is an unexpected & enjoyable voyage into Caribbean & Afro-Latin beats. This week we present a 45 min mix of traditional Colombian rebellion music called ‘Cumbia’. Style: Afro Latin, Cumbia & Caribbean Percussion Ritmo de cumbia sonora tropical Se baila asi Rufo Garrido Ritmo y palmeras Marimba orquesta gallito Para el magdalena Los candelosos Gaita de las Flores Lucho Bermudez Que muera el gavilan Aniceto Molina El Pajaro Picón Pacho Galan & Lucho Bermudez Cumbia En Do Menor Lito Barrientos y su Orquesta Maria de lkos Reyes Andrés Landero El guia Andres Landero Estate cumbia Cero 39 Sonido del principe- el principe Perdi las abarcas Andres Landero La Magdalena Las Alegres Diablos La soberana Combo Sampuesano Bombo Y Maracas Sarmiento, Climaco Y Su Orquesta Unknown Los Teen Agers La Gaita Marciana Sarmiento, Climaco Y Su…

SOUL OF SYDNEY #09 — Electro Funk, Cosmic Boogie & Disco Proto-House (2010) A 75-minute journey through Cosmic Disco, Boogie and classic Chicago House vibes. Presented with love by Sydney-based re-mixer, DJ, label owner and blogger Sloppy Seconds. Runtime: 75 mins, released in 2010 ― TRACKLIST ― 00:00 01. Bumblebee Unlimited – "I Got a Big Bee" (1976, Casablanca) 04:00 02. Loleatta Holloway – "Hit & Run" (1977, Gold Mind) 08:30 03. Skyy – "First Time Around" Kenny Dope Main Mix (1990, Epic — orig. 1980) 13:00 04. Skyy – "First Time Around" Kenny Dope Drums (1990, Epic — orig. 1980) 17:00 05. Marlena Shaw – "Woman of the Ghetto" 4AM Rework (orig. 1969, Cadet) 22:00 06. Koto – "Chinese Wargames" (1986, CBS) 26:00 07. Toby Tobias – "Crocodile Tears" (2008, Firecracker) 30:00 08. We're Lofty Volt – "Alter Flaw" (year TBC — please verify) 34:30 09. The Orb – "Perpetual Dawn" Pal Joey Cumulo Nimbus Mix (1991, Big Life) 40:00 10. Kraftwerk – "Musique Non Stop" (1986, EMI) 44:30 11. NYC Peech Boys – "On A Journey"…

Phil Toke Live at Boogie Wonderland Disco Party | Peak-Time Disco, Gospel & House | SOS444 Phil Toke delivers a peak-time dancefloor set recorded live at Boogie Wonderland, Sydney's premier disco party — Saturday 26 April 2026, Anzac Day long weekend, as part of the Subsonics Long Weekend Special. Weaving through peak-time Disco, Gospel-infused House, and soulful dancefloor energy, this 2026 live set is a certified head in full flight — pushing feel-good grooves from start to finish. Tracklist: 00:00 — 01. Unknown — Unknown 05:00 — 02. Hatiras — Fade Into The Morning Light (2026, Spacedisco Records) 10:00 — 03. SuSu Bobien — You Don't Know (1999/2010, Strictly Rhythm) 15:00 — 04. Whitney Houston — I'm Every Woman [Dub Edit] (1993, Arista Records) 20:00 — 05. Pure Energy — Party On 25:00 — 06. Don't Let Go — Don't Let Go 30:00 — 07. Dam Swindle & Arnold Jarvis — Special Kind Of Love (2025, Armada Music / orig. King Street Sounds) 35:00 — 08. Makam ft. Kerri Chandler — You Might Lose It (Kerri Chandler Mix)…

A beautiful excursion in Deep, Soulful & Jazzy House moments by legendary NYC figure DANNY KRIVIT (Body & Soul NYC). This is the first CD of his classic Mix The Vibe : Music is my Sanctuary mix series. Track List / Basil - Time To Be Free (Free Words) DJ Hiro Feat. Masabumi Kikuchi - Kote Moun Yo (Joe Claussell Piano Vibe Mix) Blaze & Palmer Brown - Shine (Shelter Vocal Mix) Arnold Jarvis - Special Kind Of Love (BC's Original B&S Mix) Frankie Feliciano - The Real Thing (Ricanstruction Mix) Soul Movement Feat. Doreen Yongloye - When You're In Love (Original Demo) Big Moses Feat. Kenny Bobien - Brighter Days Kimara Lovelace - I Luv You More (D'Ambrosio Club Mix) Nick Jones - Harmonies (Nick Jones Original) Roland Clark Pres. Urban Soul - What Do I Gotta Do (Eric Kupper Club Mix) Mood II Swing - Nafara (The Scenic Route Mix) Kerri Chandler - Coro (Kaoz 623 Dark Mix) Stephanie Cooke - Everything (95 North Deep Jersey Mix) - SOUL OF SYDNEY | Feel-Good FUNK, SOUL, DISCO & OLD SCHOOL party jams & beyond | Strictly…

A bootleg of a deeper Gospel House release from years back, Yass - He Reigns, featuring excerpts from a sermon by Philip Anthony Mitchell layered in over the top. Originally put together for the Easter Gospel House podcast we did, however we didn't end up using this exact version, so we thought it would be a sweet one to release to friends and fam. If you are feeling it, please email us and we can send you a version. We hope you enjoy, and please check out the original cut from YASS https://www.discogs.com/master/642399-Yass-He-Reigns?srsltid=AfmBOoqzzzupY3EzUEa6xsPnP2H9C_B2ORK338305ypY0SMwa4pXRhoL Big love, Check out more of our edits, mixes and podcasts at www.soulofsydney.org #gospelhouse #edit #yass #preacherhouse #gospel #house #soulfulhouse

Classic Soul, Funk & R&B | Soul of Sydney NYD Back Room Live Set DJ JOHNNY BONES SOS443 | Jan 1 2025 JOHNNY BONES brings the heat to the Back Room at Soul of Sydney’s New Year’s Day party — delivering a deep, soulful journey through classic Soul, Funk & R&B that kept the dancefloor moving from the first record to the last. Expect thick grooves, sweaty rhythms, and timeless cuts from the golden era of Black music — featuring Mary J. Blige, Erykah Badu, Q-Tip, Missy Elliott, Salt-N-Pepa, Sydney reggae heavyweight Jah Tung, Aussie funk powerhouse Renegade Funk Train, and more. No shortcuts, no filler — just great records played with love and intention. 🎵 Recorded live at Soul of Sydney NYD — Wednesday, January 1, 2025 📍 The Back Room, Soul of Sydney 🎚️ DJ: Johnny Bones 🎶 Genre: Classic Soul / Funk / R&B / Hip Hop Soul / Reggae / Rare Groove TRACKLIST 00:00 — 01. Ashanti – Happy (Murder Inc. / Def Jam, 2002) 01:45 — 02. Erykah Badu – Back in the Day (Kedar / Universal, 1997) 05:10 — 03. Naughty by Nature ft.…

Easter Gospel House & Disco mix put together with love by SOUL OF SYDNEY for easter 2026. Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter, here is a selection of Gospel inspired House, Disco & Spiritual selections from our collection of Gospel joints put together with love for 2025 Easter period for podcast #442 We hope you enjoy, please check out more of our Gospel mixes at https://soundcloud.com/soulofsydney/sets/gospel #gospel #gospehouse #gospeldisco #christianhouse #christiansoul

Sydney’s own producer, beatmaker and crate-digging legend DJ SOUP set the tone at the SOUL OF SYDNEY 2025 season opener with a smooth and sun-soaked session of feel-good grooves. His 60 min selection was a masterclass in laid-back rhythm and deep musical knowledge, weaving together acid jazz, funk, golden-era hip hop and soulful instrumentals that perfectly matched the afternoon’s easy energy. Known for his seamless blends and razor-sharp ear for dusty breaks, DJ SOUP took dancers and loungers alike on a journey through rare grooves, jazzy samples and head-nodding beats that celebrated the roots of soulful street culture. Track List: 1. The Brand New Heavies – *Have a Good Time* (1994) 2. Young Disciples – *Get Yourself Together* (1991) 3. Ozomatli – *Cut Chemist Suite* (1998) 4. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – *Brand New Funk* (1988) 5. Maceo & The Macks – *Cross the Track (We Better Go Back)* (1975) 6. The Sequence feat. Spoonie Gee – *Monster Jam* (1980) 7. Ma$e – *Get Ready* (feat. Blackstreet) (1999)…

DJ MAURIZIO – All Vinyl Set | Frankie Knuckles Tribute Soul of Sydney Podcast #440 | Recorded live 15 Feb 2026 A 2 hr journey through late 80s Garage, 90s House classics, and timeless dancefloor moments, lovingly put together by UK/Italian don DJ Maurizio, spinning a pure all-vinyl tribute set to Frankie Knuckles closing out the tribute we did in Feb with a dope extended set. Track highlights include: Alicia Myers - I Want To Thank You (Frankie Knuckles Mix) Double Exposure - Everyman (Reflex Revision) First Choice - Dr Love (LNTG Mix) Cultural Vibe - Ma Foom Bey Queen Latifah - Come Into My House Raze - Break For Love Womack & Womack - Love Wars (Joe Claussell Mix) Whitney Houston - Million Dollar Bill (Frankie Knuckles Mix) Marshall Jefferson - Move Your Body (Arethas Guest Appearance Mix) Diana Ross - The Boss (FK Mix) John Davis Orchestra - Bourgie Bourgie Blaze - Breathe (Ashley Beadle Mix) Angie Stone - Wish I Didnt Miss You (Blaze Mix) Hecules & Love Affair - Blind (Frankie Knuckles Mix) Ce Ce Rogers…

Sydney disco icon, DJ STEPHEN ALLKINS [Love Tattoo] paying tribute to FRANKIE KNUCKLES at SOUL OF SYDNEY (Feb 2026) Podcast show #439 90+ minutes of late 1980's Garage, 90's House & a touch of seminal dancefloor moments put together with love from one of the first DJ's to play disco and house in Australia. Check out the mix and enjoy the vibe, follow us for updates on our next party www.soulofsydney.org/events big love

Stuart Ridley live at SOUL OF SYDNEY FRANKIE KNUCKLES TRIBUTE Recorded 2pm - Sunday Feb 15 2026 SOUL OF SYDNEY Podcast Episode #438: Extended early set with 2 hours of Frankie mixes, productions & inspirations—pure daytime dancefloor bliss blending funk, disco, garage & early house vibes. Sweet grooves for strutting souls! 💛 Track List 1. Ain’t No Stopping Us Now - - Harold Marvin & The Blue Notes 2. Can You Handle It (Disco Mix feat Sharon Redd) - - TheDJLawyer 3. Praise to the Vibes (Mr Fingers Alternate Mix) - - Mr Fingers 4. Better Than This (Director’s Cut Classic Soul Mix) - - Paul Johnson 5. FK Always (Radio Edit) - - Ralph Rosario, The Shamanic, Craig J Snider, with Frankie Knuckles, Eric Kupper & DJ Lady D 6. The Whistle Song - - Frankie Knuckles 7. I’ll Take You There (feat. Jamie Principle / Dimitri From Paris Re-Edit) - - Frankie Knuckles, Director’s Cut & Eric Kupper 8. Love Is The Message - - MFSB feat. The Three Degrees 9. The Glow of Love - - Change 10. Love Come Down (Dr Packer Remix) - -…

DJ JOHNNY BONES live at SOUL OF SYDNEY – New Year’s Day 2026 Show #437 A live recording straight from the BACK ROOM dancefloor at SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD 2026, featuring DJ Johnny Bones digging deep into old school R&B, hip hop, funk, and feel-good classics. Recorded on New Year’s Day with the sun out and the crowd locked in, this set captures the essence of what SOUL OF SYDNEY is about — community, movement, timeless music, and positive energy shared on the dancefloor. From smooth grooves to head-nodders and funk-driven joints, this is a proper throwback session built for dancers, selectors, and music lovers alike. 📍 Sydney, Australia 🎶 Old School R&B / Hip Hop / Funk 🕺 Live dancefloor energy 🌞 New Year’s Day vibes More mixes, events & community at www.soulofsydney.org

Kirk Franklin Tribute Mix Soul of Sydney #436 In celebration of one of the greatest modern gospel artists of our time, Soul of Sydney presents a special Kirk Franklin Tribute Mix — a journey through gospel-inspired funk, soul, hip hop, and a touch of disco goodness. Kirk Franklin has redefined gospel music for generations, bridging faith, culture, and the dancefloor with fearless creativity and undeniable groove. This mix pays respect to his influence beyond church walls — into clubs, community, and global music culture. Curated as Kirk Franklin heads to Australia on tour, culminating in his Sydney Opera House Steps performance next week, this tribute blends uplifting energy, classic gospel moments, and soulful rhythms that honour his legacy and impact. Expect: ✨ Gospel roots with funk & soul edges ✨ Hip hop energy and crossover anthems ✨ Feel-good disco touches and joyful praise ✨ Music that moves both spirit and body Turn it up, feel the love, and celebrate a true icon. Soul of Sydney — music, culture, and…

DJ BEAST MODE (DMC World Champion) dropped into FBi Radio to chat with Stephen Ferris on his Souled Out Radio Show (23 Nov 2025). Interview + DJ Mix now live. He speaks on his journey as a turntablist, coming up in the Sydney scene, and drops a set packed with 80s and 90s hip hop, heavy funk and bboy breaks. Catch him playing this Sunday at the Soul of Sydney 14th Birthday Jam. An afternoon of feel good funk, soul, disco and old school hip hop vibes. Final tickets and info: from $20.00 http://www.soulofsydney.org/events #DJSydney #FunkSydney #SoulOfSydney #Turntablism #DMCChampion #HipHopSydney #FBiRadio #SouledOutRadio #SydneyMusic #BboyBreaks #FunkMix #SoulMusicSydney #OldSchoolHipHop #SydneyEvents

Good Vibrations Festival 2011 – Roots Tent Mixtape by Samrai (BEAST MODE) 🎶 DJ SAMRAI (aka BEASTMODE) Good Vibrations Festival 2011 Tribute Mix 🎶 A special warm-up tribute mix celebrating the legendary Good Vibrations Festival, one of Australia’s most iconic summer music events. This set pays homage to the Roots Tent vibes from 2011, blending timeless soul, funk, reggae, hip hop, and groove that defined the festival’s golden era. Curated and mixed by our special guest BEASTMODE (previously known as DJ Samrai), this mix channels the feel-good energy, sunshine, and community spirit that made Good Vibes unforgettable. Perfect for anyone who was there or wishes they had been. Feat the likes of A Tribe Called Quest, The Roots, De La Soul, Erykah Badu, Damian Marley, The Pharcyde, Jill Scott, Common, Lauryn Hill, Mos Def, and more soulful selectors from the Roots Tent era. Turn it up, feel the nostalgia, and relive the magic of Good Vibrations Festival. 🌞✨ 🎧 Stream the mix 💿 Inspired by: [Good Vibrations Festival…

DJ D at SOUL OF SYDNEY (Oct 25) | Funk, Soul, Hip Hop Party Vibes | SOS#434 Catch this dope extended set with DJ D & MC mirrah playing right after DJ MOTO last Sunday at the SEASON opening party with a dope selection of FUNK, DISCO, HIP HOP & BBOY breaks playing Vinyl, truck set and more. Next Party Sunday Nov 30 feat. DJ BEASTMODE www.soulofsydney.org/events big LOVE.

🎶 NICKODEMUS Live at SOUL OF SYDNEY – March 2018 Funk, Soul, Afro Latin Global Funk Vibes | Podcast #433 When Nickodemus (of Turntables on the Hudson) stopped by Sydney during WOMAD 2018, he blessed us with a two-hour journey through unfiltered funk, soul, hip hop, Afro, Latin, and global rhythms. Recorded live at SOUL OF SYDNEY, this unforgettable afternoon captures the essence of magical day with good people, sunshine, and deep, soulful grooves that move the spirit, getting down to 🥁 Afro Latin percussion, funk basslines, soulful vocals & hip hop breaks. 🌍 Global flavours from Rio to Lagos to New York About Nickodemus: A NYC-based DJ, producer, and founder of [Turntables on the Hudson], Nickodemus has been spreading global dance floor magic since the late ‘90s. Known for his uplifting, culturally rich sets and productions, he’s released music on [Wonderwheel Recordings](https://wonderwheelrecordings.com/) — home to artists like Quantic, Chancha Via Circuito, and The Spy From Cairo. 🌍 More Nickodemus:…

Soul of Sydney Podcast: Ron Carroll Tribute Mix (House, Gospel & Soulful House & Preacher House) A heartfelt tribute to the late, Ron Carroll (Rest In Peace), the legendary Chicago house producer, gospel singer, songwriter, and DJ who passed away earlier this week. Ron Carroll’s powerful vocals, and preacher voice as well as his uplifting productions shaped the sound of soulful and gospel house for over three decades. From collaborating with house greats like Louie Vega, Ron Trent, Hardsoul, and E-Smoove, to penning timeless anthems such as Lucky Star and Back Together, his music carried the message of love, faith, and unity straight to the dancefloor and always resonated with us. For us at Ron Carroll’s unique blend of Chicago house and gospel were the reason we first fell in love with Gospel House, and his influence runs deep in everything we do. We remember first seeing him play on a NYD in Sydney when he did a very special live PA & DJ set over 15 years ago. He showed us then how power GOSPEL HOUSE could…

Shan Frenzie Live DJ Set @ Soul of Sydney 13th Birthday (Nov 2024) SOUL OF SYDNEY PODCAST #431 Celebrate with us as Sydney Hip Hop Don, DJ Shan Frenzie takes over for the 13th birthday of SOUL OF SYDNEY, delivering a live set that spans funk, soul, disco, boogie, house & classic party vibes a touch of 1980's Hip Hop & Disco Rap vibes that he is so well known for. Warming up for KEYIM BA, this was such a dope set in the courtayard, it was so special seeing him do his thing again behind the decks as he is one the true icons of dancefloors in Sydney, his radio show & podcast inspired & schooled us at Soul of Sydney and countless music lovers globally with his deep knowledge and passion for the music. He is one of the reasons we started to get into and fall in love with FUNK & SOUL music way before we started doing events. Check out more of his links and info below, and be sure to follow him. About Shan Frenzie / Groove Therapy DJ Shan (aka Shan Frenzie) has been spinning for over 30 years, building a reputation…

DJ PHIL TOKE live on THE VINYL FRONTIER with DJ JON back in May 2015 as a little promo for the Vivid gig we did with THE PUBLIC OPINION AFRO ORCHESTRA back in May 2015. Both the boys dig deep in the crates for a selection of dancefloor AFRO-BEAT, LATIN FUNK, BRAZILIAN BOOGIE & beyond.

SOUL OF SYDNEY #430: PHIL TOKE @ SYDNEY FESTIVAL at the SOUL OF SYDNEY showcase featuring OYOBI | Jan 2025. This extended opening set starts with a special homage to our Lebanese roots, featuring the timeless voice of Fairouz opening up the venue before weaving into rare groove, soul, and slowly building the dancefloor with funk, disco, and a touch of hip hop goodness. Recorded live on the beautiful wharf dancefloor at Moonshine, Walsh Bay, for Sydney Festival in January 2025, our own Lebanese soul brother Phil Toke sets the tone as people arrive slowly warming up the exposed timber dancefloor for the incredible Oyobi, who followed with their live showcase. Much love and respect to the team at KATMA for inviting us to soundtrack the afterparty for their dance showcase. We covered some musical ground for this one, check out the playlist below: Track List | 1. Fairouz – Al Bint El Shalabiya 2. Jamiroquai – Corner of the Earth 3. Marvin Gaye – I Want You (John Morales Mix) 4. Terry Callier – Holdin’ On to Your…

PHIL TOKE @ SPIRIT OF HOUSE TRIBUTE Jul 2025 | 90's House & Garage Vibes | SOUL OF SYDNEY #429 PHIL TOKE – Spirit of House Tribute • July 2025 Soulful House Classics • 90s House • Garage Vibes Longtime Soul of Sydney resident Phil Toke returns with a deep, uplifting mix packed full of soulful house gems, 90s house anthems, and garage grooves that defined an era. From warm vocal hooks and jazzy keys to classic NYC and UK club sounds, this set captures the spirit of house music at its most timeless and emotional. Expect lush melodies, feel-good rhythms, and deep, dancefloor energy — a tribute to the golden years of house music, delivered with Phil’s signature flow and deep musical knowledge. Perfect listening for lovers of classic Defected, Masters at Work, Grant Nelson, early Strictly Rhythm and Frankie Knuckles era sounds.

Stephen Allkins (Love Tattoo) Live at SPIRIT OF HOUSE Tribute July 6, 2025 | SOUL OF SYDNEY #428 Sydney legend in full effect! For fans of Feel-Good Funk, House, Garage & Disco, here’s a special live recording from Stephen Allkins—the original “Mr. Disco” and mastermind behind [Love] Tattoo. Clocking in at two hours, this set captures a deep dive into the soulful heart of Sydney dance culture, recorded live on the Greenwood dancefloor at our beloved SPIRIT OF HOUSE tribute. A massive THANK YOU to everyone who came down to the SPIRIT OF HOUSE jam. This beautiful community is what makes these parties so special. We’re proud to share the first of our live recordings from the event—a set from a true Sydney original, Stephen Allkins, also known as Love Tattoo. Stephen’s legacy is woven through decades of Australian club culture. Starting his journey in 1978, he played a crucial role in bringing disco—and later house music—to Sydney’s underground. Affectionately called “Mr. Disco,” his legendary record collection,…

SOUL OF SYDNEY PODCAST #427: Our special guest playing the legendary Nudge Nudge Wink Wink parties up in Northern NSW near Byron Bay, dropping a dope selection of high-powered DISCO SOULFUL HOUSE vibes in the shed for the closing set in June 2019. We would have loved to be there for this one, the parties are some of the finest in Australia, pure music heads hosted by our good friends at Cunning Stunts. Check out the page for upcoming parties if you are ever up in the region for a dope afternoon. https://cunningstunts.com.au/ - While Stephen Allkins is in Sydney, we are lucky to be able to have him play the SPIRIT OF HOUSE tribute jam next month in July. Check out the mix and come down and enjoy the vibe as we pay homage to 30+ years of house music with an afternoon of SOULFUL HOUSE classics, 90's House & a solid dose of DISCO ROOTS. Sunday, July 6 @ 2pm at GREENWOOD HOTEL (North Sydney) Info at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse - About STEPHEN ALLKINS : ‘New York had Larry Levan, Chicago had Ron Hardy,…

SOUL OF SYDNEY PODCAST #425: Our special guest playing the legendary Nudge Nudge Wink Wink parties up in Northern NSW near Byron Bay, dropping a dope selection of high-powered DISCO SOULFUL HOUSE vibes in the shed. We would have loved to be there for this one, the parties are some of the finest in Australia, pure music heads hosted by our good friends at Cunning Stunts. Check out the page for upcoming parties if you are ever up in the region for a dope afternoon. https://cunningstunts.com.au/ - While Stephen Allkins is in Sydney, we are lucky to be able to have him play the SPIRIT OF HOUSE tribute jam next month in July. Check out the mix and come down and enjoy the vibe as we pay homage to 30+ years of house music with an afternoon of SOULFUL HOUSE classics, 90's House & a solid dose of DISCO ROOTS. Sunday, July 6 @ 2pm at GREENWOOD HOTEL (North Sydney) Info at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse - About STEPHEN ALLKINS : ‘New York had Larry Levan, Chicago had Ron Hardy, Sydney has, Stephen Allkins..’ It is…

SOUL OF SYDNEY EASTER MIX 2025 Wishing you all a HAPPY EASTER, we hope you enjoy this 2+ hours of classic GOSPEL HOUSE, DISCO, a touch of UK Garage & seminal Detroit inspired by JESUS on Easter Weekend. Hand-picked by SOUL OF SYDNEY. Podcast #424: Sending blessings and positive vibes to our extended soul family over the Easter period.. We hope you enjoy the musical treat. Our Easter special featuring some Gospel-inspired DISCO, FUNK & HOUSE goodness for your ears & your soul to soak up and enjoy over the break. Track Listing: 🎧 Soul of Sydney – Easter Gospel Mix 2025 (Complete with Year & Label) 1. Sounds of Blackness – The Pressure (Acapella Intro Edit) | 1991 | Perspective Records 2. Frankie Knuckles ft. Adeva – Walkin' (Grant Nelson Divine Gospel Remix) | 1995 | FFRR *(Unofficial Remix)* 3. Ann Nesby & Jasper Street Co. – Praisin' His Name (Grant Nelson Remix) | 2005 | Soulfuric Recordings 4. Eddie Amador – Rise (New York Preacher Mix) | 1999 | Yoshitoshi Recordings 5. Copyright – I Pray (feat. Imaani)…

SOUL OF SYDNEY Podcast #423: Sydney Beat-Maker, Crate Digger, DJ & all-around legend DJ JUZZLIKEDAT doing it live at SOUL OF SYDNEY feat. OYOBI at SYDNEY FESTIVAL MOONSHINE BAR 2025 as the KATMA dance show afterparty. Closing out a dope dancefloor in style with a heavy dose of FUNK, SOUL, DISCO, HIP HOP & a touch of BBOY BREAKS with MC MIRRAH ON the MIC. Massive love to our bro, he was one of the first DJ's to get on board with our jams many years ago when we were just starting out.. helping out & giving us ideas and support and the confidence to do jams very early on. It was dope to see him doing his thing alongside Mirrah & closing out with a dope eclectic dancefloor. Big Love Soul of Sydney Podcast #423 has been streaming out of Redfern NSW since 2009. ABOUT JUZZLIKEDAT: DJ Juzzlikedat AKA JuzzOne was a keen collector of wax at 14 years old. Witnessing the evolution of Hip Hop, his passion for Funk and Jazz as a DJ inspired him to travel through the many era's of black music from the late 60's to more…

A dope mix from Sydney’s Jazz Funk Bootleg Don, DJ CMAN, one of the original selectors from our musical family since 2009. CMAN takes us on a journey through funk, soul, jazz, hip-hop party recorded live at the Soul of Sydney 13th Birthday Party, this set is a celebration of everything that has made these iconic parties legendary. From dance-floor jazz grooves to modern edits and bootlegs. DJ CMAN take you on a journey through the sounds that define Soul of Sydney. This is more than music—it’s a movement. SOUL OF SYDNEY's resident vibe creator DJ CMAN laying down a dope 1-hour selection of heavy FUNK, SOUL & JAZZY HIP HOP REMIXEs, EDITS & BOOTLEGS to close out the 13th Birthday celebration last month for podcast episode #418. Be sure to check out DJ CMAN's for dope mixes, remixes and edits which he has become so well known for around the world. Check out more of his stuff here. https://soundcloud.com/djcmanmusic Track List / 1. War - Galaxy 2000** (1977, MCA Records) 2. Arrested Development - Mama's Always…

DJ Edseven's live mix of seminal 90s house vibes from underground tracks and iconic anthems evoke the soulful essence of a magical era of music. Check out this 90min selection of his at the SPIRIT OF HOUSE TRIBUTE PARTY which happened last week on a Sunday afternoon. Getting down while fire pits were on warming the dancefloor at Greenwood Hotel in what was such a memorable afternoon. TRACK LISTING: 1. Block & Crown & Paul Parsons - Funk Reincarnation (Tactical Records, year unknown) 2. Amp Fiddler - Superficial (Remix) (Mahogani Music, year unknown) 3. The Vision feat. Andreya Triana - Heaven (Defected Records, 2020) 4. Sara Parker - My Love Is Deep (Slip 'n' Slide, 1994) 5. Kenlou - Moonshine (MAW Records, 1995) 6. Mood II Swing - Closer (King Street Sounds, 1992) 7. Logic - Blues For You (Strictly Rhythm, 1994) 8. Nuyorican Soul - It's Alright, I Feel It feat. Jocelyn Brown (Talkin' Loud, 1997) 9. DJ Steaw - Holding On (Rutilance Recordings, 2016) 10. Kerri Chandler - Hallelujah (King Street Sounds, 1996)…

SOS Podcast #410 is our resident selector DJ PHIL TOKE warming things up for Kiwi disco don FRANK BOOKER at SOUL OF SYDNEY a couple of weeks ago on May 26 2024, kicking off around 4:00 pm with a 90 min selection of disco, funk and a touch of soulful house vibes in the open air dancefloor. Follow PHIL TOKE for more mixes at www.instagram.com/philtoke https://soundcloud.com/philtoke #disco #funk #frankbooker #philtoke

SOUL OF SYDNEY SHOW #408: DJ MK-1 Presents ONE IN A MILLION MIXTAPE Recording 2010 | Run Time 30 Mins | Soul, Funk Lovers Vibes. Our brother DJ MK-1 sent us this One in a Million mixtape back in 2010... DJ MK-1, the DJ formerly released a very personal and heart felt mixtape inspired by a mysterious woman. Track List: 1. Nina Simone - Feeling Good (1965, Track 1 from "I Put a Spell on You", Philips Records) 2. Mary J. Blige - Changes I've Been Going Through (Remix) (1992, Track 2 from "What's the 411?", Uptown Records) 3. Sade - Soldier of Love (2010, Track 1 from "Soldier of Love", RCA Records) 4. Common - I Want You (2002, Track 1 from "Electric Circus", MCA Records) 5. Caron Wheeler - I Adore You (1992, Track 3 from "UK Blak", EMI Records) 6. Bee Gees - Love You Inside Out (1979, Track 1 from "Spirits Having Flown", RSO Records) 7. The Isley Brothers - Summer Breeze (1973, Track 1 from "3 + 3", T-Neck Records) 8. Prince - Eye Hate U (1995, Track 7 from "The Gold Experience", NPG Records/Warner Bros.…

SOUL OF SYDNEY #407: Enjoy this sweet all-VINYL FUNK & SOUL, HIP HOP party mix by Sydney turntablist queen DJ D live in the mix at SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD JAM 2024 in the courtyard with MC MIRRAH. The recording was originally uploaded for DJ D's RADIO SHOW 1200 Degrees on 2RDJ FM in SYdney listening to it on FM radio here http://www.radio2rdj.com/2rdj-shows/1200-degrees/ or catch the podcast below streaming on Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/DJDworldwide/ About DJ D: Recognised worldwide as Australia’s premiere female Turntablist, DJ D remains loyal to that vinyl tip with 2 of the nations first all dj-mixed radio shows featured on the Community Radio Network. Endorsed by Pioneer DJ, DJ D is known for her achievements in the DMC championships placing 5th in the world all-vinyl finals 2023 with the first 45s set the comp has seen & has hit the Australian national finals placing: 4th in 2021, 8th in 2020, and 8th in 2005, coming 3rd in NSW in 2015. DJ D has played support for, plus hosted artists on her radio…

SOUL OF SYDNEY RADIO EP. #399 DJ RSF (Fallen Disco) at SPIRIT OF HOUSE AFTERNOON DANCE - AUG 13 2023 | Live in the mix at REDFERN SURF CLUB dropping a dope selection of DEEP, SOULFUL & JAZZY & VOCAL HOUSE gems to warm up the dancefloor with the opening set. Massive love to everyone who came down for the party at REDFERN SURF CLUB, we have a NEW PLACE for the next jam & we can't wait to see you all there. Follow the page for more mixes, and updates on the next party we are doing in a few weeks. https://soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse/ Track List: 1. reel people – sure [remix] 2. hallex m – she speaks feat mike city 3. arnaud d – born to be free 4. marc evans – closer [remix] 5. david bailey – giving in 6. luid tsfio, doulfynsmic & margaret grace – givin’ me more 7. alton miller & boddhi satva – see the day 8. steven stone & marc evans – who is to blame 9. allovers lisa shaw – all im saying 10. diana ross / no one gets the prize / the boss [edit] 11. jonatas c – jack [remix] 12. spencer morales & hanlei – are…

Our old mate from 90's DJ TERRY A laying down a dope selection of NY HOUSE, GARAGE & SOULFUL GOODNESS at SPIRIT OF HOUSE AFTERNOON DANCE feat. FALLEN DISCO & SOUL OF SYDNEY DJ's last weekend at REDFERN SURF CLUB. Such a dope afternoon of music, massive THANK YOU to DJ's & DANCERS who came down & helped make it such a memorable one. It has been ages since we had chance to enjoy that vibe. We look forward to doing it all again very soon, check out link at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse to register for next jam. Track List 1.Dam Swindle - 64 Ways Feat. Mayer Hawthorne 2.Days Like This (Spinna Remix) 3.Club Ice - Manhasset 4.Black Box - Everybody Everybody (Unknown Remix) 5.Raw Artistic Soul - Bathanga Vibes (Remix) 6.Cece Peniston & Steve Silk Hurley - He Loves Me 7.Everything But The Girl - Temperamental (Spen & Karizma Remix) 8.Jodeci - Lately (Remix) 9.Nu Colours - Desire (Remix) 10.Urban Blues Project - Your Heavan (Remix) 11.Black Magic - Freedom (Make It Funky) (Remix) 12.Dames Brown - What Do You Do?…

SOUL OF SYDNEY MIX #394: Our brother DJ SEB 1 laying down a perfect selection of solar-powered SOUL, RARE GROOVE, R&B vibes to open up a very special afternoon of music that was our secret NYD jam on January the 1st in 2023. Our first NYD jam in a couple of years after a few cancelled gigs was such a special one, it was amazing to be able to host the event again. This guy has become such a dope music selector, setting the mood for us perfectly from the speakeasy opening warm-up to the dancefloor within 60 minutes. Music by Shalamar This is for the lover in you James Ingram & Quincy Jones One Hundred Ways Bobby Caldwell Open Your Eyes Marc Hannibal Forever Is a Long Time Stan Getz Saudede Vem Correndo The Main Ingredient Prove My Love To You Alicia Keys You Don't Know My Name Mary Jane Girls All Night Long The Brand New Heavies You've Got A Friend (Brooklyn Funk R&B Remix) Craig David Rendezvous (Blacksmith R&B Remix) Janet Jackson Together Again (DJ Premier 100 in a 50 Remix) Groove Theory Tell Me…