VICMARI
Vicmari is undoubtedly one of South Africa’s most unique electronic music acts. His tracks which often contain hypnotic melodies and groovy bass lines are complemented by his affinity for acoustic, ambient sounds as well a good dose of classic House grooves.
Vicmari’s musical journey really began back in 2011 when he connected with Daniel Paul Behemann, founder of @slopemusic, Eclipser Chaser and @cabinet-records in Germany. Daniel became somewhat of a mentor to the young artist guiding him through the early stages of his music career and encouraging him to develop his sound. As time passed their friendship grew stronger and Vicmari ended up becoming part of the @slopemusic with his debut album ‘Audiodidact’ being released on the label in 2016. The album received support from the likes of @brendonmoeller , @cabdrivers , Pierre Estiene and before long all vinyl pressings of the album had sold out.
Following the relative success of the album, Vicmari began working on his live sets, bringing his productions to life by taking the dance floor on journeys of hypnotic grooves and transcendent melodies that quickly bloomed into the distinct sound he can now call his own. His live show has seen him grace the stages of events such as Rocking The Daisies, Afrika Burn, Cape Town’s Light House Festival, Ultra Festival and many more. His sets are a healthy mix of melody and mood all held down by warm and inviting grooves that would keep the energy simmering on any dancefloor.
Minddagaap
Thobani Siyethemba Sukude, professionally known as Minddagaap, is a Johannesburg-based DJ and self-taught music producer originally from
Pietermaritzburg. He relocated to Johannesburg to immerse himself in the city’s
vibrant club scene and to further establish his presence within the electronic music
industry.
Growing up in Pietermaritzburg, Minddagaap was heavily influenced by the local
deep house culture. Surrounded by a community where deep house music was
widely embraced, he developed an early appreciation for the genre and began
studying its sound, structure, and rhythm from a young age. These early influences
continue to shape his musical identity.
As a self-taught producer and DJ, Minddagaap focuses primarily on dance music,
drawing inspiration from deep house while incorporating his own evolving style. His
sound is rooted in groove-driven rhythms, atmospheric elements, and club-ready
energy, reflecting both his upbringing and his experiences within Johannesburg’s
nightlife scene.
Mantra: “I create what I like, and I play what I like”