SYNCOPE: Latix Club Music at ÆDEN / Saturday, 29.7.2023

Dengue Dengue Dengue is an electronic music duo hailing from Lima, Peru. Known for their unique blend of traditional Latin American rhythms, psychedelic sounds, and contemporary electronic music, they have become prominent figures in the global music scene.

The duo, consisting of Felipe Salmon and Rafael Pereira, formed in 2010 and quickly gained recognition for their infectious beats and innovative production techniques. Inspired by the rich musical heritage of their home country, they began experimenting with traditional Peruvian sounds, fusing them with elements of cumbia, chicha, and Afro-Latin rhythms, creating a distinct and captivating sonic palette.

Dengue Dengue Dengue’s music transcends boundaries, seamlessly blending the old with the new. Their tracks are characterized by pulsating basslines, intricate percussion patterns, and hypnotic melodies, creating an immersive and energetic experience for their listeners. They skillfully incorporate modern electronic elements, such as synthesizers and drum machines, into their compositions, pushing the boundaries of traditional genres and giving them a fresh and contemporary edge.

Best known by his last name, Cristian Dinamarca is a Stockholm-based producer, DJ and Staycore co-owner. He does everything from the motto behind the label that he runs together with Ghazal: “staying true to your core”. Right in the core is also where Dinamarca’s atmospheric music hits; like watching a beautiful sunset, or reminiscing childhood memories. The latter is where he seems to draw part of his inspiration from, as his work often contains reworked elements of late 1990’s to early 2000’s Trance and pop culture.

Although emotive, Dinamarca keeps his productions dance floor-fitted, often influenced by percussion-heavy Latin and Caribbean genres thanks to Cristian’s own Chilean roots. Merging all these influences together was exactly what kick-started his international career in 2017 when he released Himnos. His EP with edits of classic Trance tracks, including ATB’s ‘9PM’ and PPK’s ‘Resurrection’, instantly became a favourite of many DJs world wide.