45 x 45 vs. Radio Love Love w/ DJ Koco aka Shimokita, Soul Supreme (live) & more

It may seem like a cold town, but man, let me tell you, it's a soul town.

• (George Russell)

With DJ Koco aka Shimokita from Tokyo, we have invited one of the most exciting and innovative DJs of our time. Equipped only with 7 "s and a DJ set up, he manages to amaze even seasoned DJs every time, mixing genres and tracks like no one ever before and keeping the dance floor full and under control. He is - quite rightly - currently one of the most sought-after DJs in the world and your favorite DJs' favorite DJ.

Soul Supreme, a gifted pianist, DJ and producer from Amsterdam, is equally at home in jazz and hip-hop, as his previous releases impressively prove. You have the opportunity to experience him for the first time with a 5-piece live band.

Mirko Machine is a true veteran and one of the most important figures in the German hip-hop DJ scene. But he certainly also has soul, funk and jazz in his luggage and we are more than happy to have him with us on this evening.

Ben*, who has been DJing worldwide for Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) for almost 8 years, has been active as a DJ and promoter for what feels like forever. Whether it was the golden age of UNIQUE in Düsseldorf or STECKEN in Cologne, Ben* has provided enriching variety with his eclectic mix of soul, jazz, afro, dub and rap.

The JAKI will be played by the Radio Love Love Crew on this evening. For 15 years, Twit One & Hulk Hodn have been providing their listeners with their favorite music from all possible genres with the connecting link soul... and love, as the name suggests. The Soul Rabbi, who already knew the JAKI under his two former names and is an absolute legend when it comes to soul and funk, will be joining them this evening. His charisma and infectious joy is transmitted to the audience from minute one of his DJ sets. Preddy from Vienna is also a guarantee for good vibes. He plays the right tracks, skillfully mixed and fits perfectly into the line-up.

C:Mone has often been a guest at Radio Love Love shows and is now something of an unofficial member. She has built up a remarkable record collection over the years and is sure to play some of the best records on this evening. With her crew E.P.I.Q., she plays her own series at JAKI and has already ensured a full dance floor every time.

Oh yes, there's another surprise act... from England, that's all we'll say.

Line up

SAAL
DJ Koco aka Shimokita (Tokyo)
Soul Supreme - live (Amsterdam)
Mirko Machine (Hamburg)
Ben* (Cologne)

JAKI
Hulk Hodn
Soul Rabbi
Preddy
C:Mone
Twit One
+surprise act