Kehakuma describes itself as an Oriental-inspired fiesta, presenting the hottest artists from the around world making waves in the underground electronic scene. Based every Thursday at super-club Space, it's surely one of the most enticing nights on the island for the forward-thinking raver.
Nick Curly (below) of Cécille and 8 Bit leads the line-ups with residents Guy Gerber and Radio Slave. The Mannheim producer has been involved with Kehakuma from the beginning and has made somewhat of a name for himself in the last few years with a string of banger releases. Having recently completed his ‘Keep On' world tour, he is sure to bring fresh new influences to his sets at Space this season.
The night sees a strong presence of artists from the Air London collective. Innovative house producer Adam Shelton, who has recently released his well received debut EP ‘Air Trax', and Simon Baker who heads back from touring the world to promote the long-awaited ‘Traces' album, are both booked throughout the summer. Recently nominated as ‘Best Breakthrough DJ' by DJ Mag, Burnski will no doubt play a versatile set crossing over house, techno and disco sounds. The dynamite duo that is Alex Celler and Anthea, who have had dancefloor bombs such as ‘The Playmaker', will make an appearance back to back. Live sets will come from Glimpse and young talents Jordan Peak and Tom Demac will make their Kehakuma debuts. Finally, Left Room Records boss Matt Tolfrey and favourite from the London underground scene can always be relied upon for a packed dancefloor.
On the back of the stellar track ‘What They Say', Maya Jane Coles has surged to fame in the last year and plays for the first time at Space at the Kehakuma Opening Party. Hyper Colour bosses and label buddies Alex Jones and Cedric Maison will also grace the decks, promising the finest in house and techno.
Maya Jane Coles at Kehakuma Opening 2011
Already known for his epic sets on the Space Terrace, Steve Lawler and joins the Kehakuma line up, whilst Tiefschwarz continue from 2010's successful gigs. Other big names that will give the party the exposure it deserves include Seth Troxler, Ryan Crosson, Lee Curtiss and Shaun Reeves, all who have been pushing the boundaries of electronic music with their new project Vision Quest. Jamie Jones also perfectly fits the Kehakuma ethos, pioneering a disco-house sound on the Hot Creations label, and will play a number of dates including the Closing Party.
