Live from Liverpool: The Loft - Curated By Melodic Distraction

08.06.2023 Equinox w/ NIIX & Buí

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Episode

NIIX is a Manchester-based singer, producer and DJ inspired by the likes of Shygirl, VTSS and Eartheater.

Her debut EP 'I' has received radio-play on NTS, BBC Introducing and more, as well as making a number of Spotify's editorial playlists including New Music Friday UK and planet rave.

2021/22 has seen NIIX DJ at Gottwood Festival, Africa Oyé and Audio Farm, alongside both live and DJ support slots for the likes of Leon Vynehall, Max Cooper and Jenny Hval.

As well as monthly residencies on Melodic Distraction, Steam Manchester and Aaja Radio, NIIX is also co-founder of Dubs Club, a North West-based meet-up group for gender minorities to share their electronic music productions.

NIIX is joined by Manchester-based music lover Buí for a very special radio debut! Join them for an hour packed full of afro sounds live from Gottwood Festival.

Tracklist

Alex Kassian - Strings of Eden
Bibi Tanga & The Selenites - Be Africa
Letta Mbulu - Mahalela
Oumou Sangaré - Kamelemba (Pouvoir Magique Remix)
Amadou & Mariam - Bofou Safou
Marumo - Khomo Tsaka
Keleketla! - Shepherd Song
African Futurism - Akal Akal
Tabu Ley Rochereau - Hafi Deo (Nick The Record & Dan Tyler Re-Edit Dub)
Viviano Torres - Mini Kusuto
Ebo Taylor - Eye Nyam Nam \’A\’ Mensuro (Henrik Schwarz Blend)
Mory Kante - Yeke Yeke (Afro Acid Remix)
Still - Don’t Stop (Wondo Riddim)

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