Dance Hour

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Versatile DJ bringing you along a journey of discovering incredible music across the globe. Here, you’ll find a blend of immersive live DJ sets, exclusive event performances, and behind-the-scenes podcast conversations exploring music, creativity, and culture.

Publisher

NEL

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Jan 2025

Latest episode

27 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Jun 2026

   Afro House & Deep House Mix 2026 | Nel x Transit Live | Accra, Ghana

   Garden Grooves Vol. 6 with Nel A sonic journey through the sounds of Afro house, Deep House and Afrotech. Recorded live at Clan 7 in Accra, Ghana.

2. 

   27 May 2026

   NEL Amapiano Mix: May 2026 (Live from African Food Festival Berlin)

   Coming live from the African Food Festival, NEL strives to push the amapiano sound into alternative spaces and bring the amapiano genre to a large-scale festival. Filled with loads of new music and the songs you've grown to love since the genre went mainstream. Press play and catch a vibe. Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://www.music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://www.officialnel.com

3. 

   15 May 2026

   NEL Afrohouse/Afrotech Mix: May 2026

   Brand new mix for the month of May. Enjoy and share! Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com

4. 

   25 Apr 2026

   NEL Amapiano Mix: April 2026

   Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com

5. 

   12 Apr 2026

   Hybrid Set: Live From NTNTN Showcase - Accra, Ghana | Amapiano, Afro-House, Afro-Tech

   This set was recorded live in Accra, Ghana during the NTNTN showcase and was a night full of energy, connection, and pure rhythm. Blending Amapiano, Afrohouse, and Afrotech, this mix captures the feeling of playing in a new city where the crowd understands every drum, every transition, every moment. From deep grooves to high-energy cuts, this is a reflection of where the house music sound is right now, global, rooted, and constantly evolving.

6. 

   20 Mar 2026

   NEL March Mix: Amapiano Mix 2026

   A smooth fusion of Amapiano grooves, moving between soulful melodies and driving drums to create a vibe that flows from sunset into the night. Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com

7. 

   3 Oct 2025

   Amapiano Mix | Groove Lifestyle 008 | B2B NEL X The Don Jon (Live DJ Mix)

   The final Groove Lifestyle episode of the season is here and it’s a special one! I teamed up with The Don Jon, a DJ of South African & Botswanan heritage based in Berlin, for a B2B Amapiano session packed with deep basslines, rolling percussion, and the music that keeps your party going. Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com The DON JON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedonjonnn 🎧 Stream Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-nel-podcast/id1702728093 Heartthis: https://hearthis.at/the-nel-podcast/ Soundcloud: https://www.soundcloud.com/official_nel

8. 

   21 Aug 2025

   AfroHouse & 3-Step Mix || Groove Lifestyle 007 - NEL B2B Vanta V

   This mix is all about rhythm, and storytelling, the pulse of AfroHouse blended with the stripped, percussive edge of 3 Step. Perfect for late-night sessions, dance floor warmups, or anyone looking to explore the freshest sounds in the global house scene. 🎧 Stream Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast... Heartthis: https://hearthis.at/the-nel-podcast/ Soundcloud: https://www.soundcloud.com/official_nel ___________________________________________ Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com Vanta V Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanta.v.black

9. 

   14 Aug 2025

   Dust && Groove - Live Mix 001

   A house music curation packed with groove. If you love groove-driven sets with soul and depth, hit subscribe and join the community. Dust&&Groove: linktr.ee/dustandgroove

10. 

    25 Jul 2025

    Dust & Groove Vol.3

    A smooth ride through blends, fresh cuts and warm textures straight from the dancefloor to your headphones.

11. 

    14 Jul 2025

    Dust & Groove Vol. 2

    Another deep house selection for your listening pleasure. Tap in. Socials NEL Instagram: instagram.com/officialnel/ Twitter: twitter.com/officialnel TikTok: tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: officialnel.com

12. 

    7 Jul 2025

    Dust & Groove Vol. 1

    A deep house curation to get you through your day.

13. 

    26 Jun 2025

    Amapiano Mix || Groove Lifestyle 006

    A simple curation of amapiano music to help you enjoy your week. 🎧 Stream Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nel-podcast/id1702728093 Heartthis: https://hearthis.at/the-nel-podcast/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/official_nel/ ___________________________________________ Socials NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com

14. 

    17 Jun 2025

    Amapiano Mix: Live From Hamburg

    Versatile DJ bringing you along a journey of discovering incredible music across the globe. Here, you’ll find a blend of immersive live DJ sets, exclusive event performances, and behind-the-scenes podcast conversations exploring music, creativity, and culture.

15. 

    15 May 2025

    Jazz House Mix || Groove Lifestyle 005 - Nel X Jazz Rizzla

    Step into a soulful sound journey with Groove Lifestyle 005, a carefully curated Jazz House mix blending mellow grooves, deep house textures, and jazzy melodies. This 1-hour session layered with horns, keys, and grooves that breathe and is designed for introspective mornings, creative flows, and late-night unwind moments. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-nel-podcast/id1702728093 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/official_nel/ Socials: NEL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Website: https://officialnel.com JAZZ RIZZLA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jazz_rizla/ Tracklist: 00:00:00 Berlioz, Ted Jasper - la danse 00:02:47 Soichi Terada - Got To Be Real 00:06:08 Jazzwaves - Autumn in Amsterdam 00:08:40 Chaos In The CBD - Trust Is Key 00:12:08 Never Dull - What Is That Sound 00:17:20 Bob Sinclair - The Ghetto 00:21:40 Quinten 909 - Jazz In The Middle 00:26:55 Octavia St Laurent - Queen Of The Underground (Dugong’s Mix) 00:30:12 Audio Flora - Your Move 00:33:30 Stanislas Tohon - Owhaaou! (Rafael Top-Secret Edit) 00:38:08 Jo Paciello - No Complaints No Regrets 00:41:32 manuel darquart - birds of paradiso 00:44:54 Lamchopz - Nights Out 00:48:14 Agua Re - Holy Dance (Large Sound Mix) 00:51:56 Jimmi Harvey - Still My Desire (Extended Mix) 00:56:07 Jennifer Loveless - Syzygy (Scissor Me) 00:58:44 C-Sick House - Do 4 Love 01:01:22 Movin’ Souls feat. Daddy Freddy - Non Stop Juggelin’ (Hey Gringo)

16. 

    10 Apr 2025

    Amapiano Mix || Groove Lifestyle 004 - Nel x Buti B2B Set || Amapiano Mix 2025

    Versatile DJ bringing you along a journey of discovering incredible music across the globe. Here, you’ll find a blend of immersive live DJ sets, exclusive event performances, and behind-the-scenes podcast conversations exploring music, creativity, and culture.

17. 

    6 Mar 2025

    Afro House & Gqom Mix || Groove Lifestyle 003 - NEL x TOOLOW B2B Set

    Experience the power of Afrohouse & Gqom with this high-energy DJ mix! Featuring the best Durban sound and Afrohouse vibes, @dj_toolow & NEL curated this set for the dancefloor. Drop a comment, hit like, and share if you're feeling the energy! 🚀🔥 Connect with Toolow: https://www.instagram.com/2toolow/ Info & Bookings: nel@officialnel.com Connect with NEL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/official_nel Website: https://officialnel.com TRACKLIST 00:00:00 Guru - Fear Lez 00:04:20 The Road Is Long - Thakzin, Mas Musiq, Mo-T 00:07:57 Yebo - Jnr SA, Darque & Kabza De Small 00:12:02 Mgani (Jnr SA Remix) - Darque, Sjava 00:15:17 Gypsy Woman Remix - Prince Kaybee 00:19:10 Euphoria - Shimza, Jnr SA 00:23:50 Alone (Robitic 3Step Remix) - Liquideep 00:28:37 Welele - Jnr SA, Scotts Maphuma 00:31:50 Weekend Special (Jnr SA Remix) - Brenda & The Big Dudes 00:35:30 Webaba (DJ Nkabza Bootleg) - Culoe De Song 00:39:10 Kala Kala - DJ Spencer, Sofia Nzau 00:42:30 Dark or Durban - Funky Qla, Dlala Thukzin 00:45:55 Vathela - CampMasters & Ezase Afro ft. We Dem Boyz 00:49:27 Ama Weekend - Goldmax, Blacks Jnr, Leemckrazy 00:52:02 Umenitosha - Prince Kaybee ft. Polaris 00:55:44 Kwandonga Ziyaduma - Mr Thela ft. Njelic 00:59:52 U - Surreal Sessions 01:06:16 Yini Lengaka - Dladla Mshunqisi, Goldmax Siboniso Shozi, DJ Tira 01:09:04 Pin Pop (Homeboys Remake) - General C‘mamane Podcast Channels: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast/the-nel-podcast/id1702728093 Hearthis: https://hearthis.at/the-nel-podcast/

18. 

    13 Feb 2025

    3 Step House Mix || Groove Lifestyle 002 - NEL X GOJAS B2B Set

    "3Step is more than just a new subgenre; it’s a cultural statement" - @GhediMusic , @beatport This mix is a high-energy journey through a strictly 3-step selection of Deep and Afro House with Berlin based DJ - GOJAS. Gojas is from Tembisa and is known for her taste that effortlessly moves across all genres of house. Her sets captivate her audiences and creates a unique atmosphere that keeps everyone on their feet. Expect deep rhythms, fun grooves, and a seamless build-up designed to keep you locked in. Perfect for workouts, pre-game vibes, or when you just need that extra kick! 🚀✨ 🔗 Want the studio experience? Watch here: https://youtu.be/FPDkBCX6UsU Follow GOJAS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gojas___/ Info & Bookings: nel@officialnel.com Follow NEL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnel_ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/officialnel_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialnel_ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/nel/1645236210 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/official_nel Website: https://officialnel.com Tracklist 00:00:00 MÖRDA, Brenden Praise & Kwamzy - F33l1ng Göod 00:04:26 Soultronixxx, Morda, George Lesley, Tye Waves - Ramasedi 00:10:20 Chronical Deep - Neo 00:15:22 Ezra, Griffith Malo, Njelic - Cancun 00:21:50 DJ Vitoto ft Thakzin - Dark City 00:27:37 Dwson, Privacii - Warriors Song 00:33:24 Just Mo, Deep Essentials - Sparkes 00:38:44 Harrison Crump - Ride (3 Step Remix) 00:43:55 Ezzymusica feat Mel D & Tebatsi - Kumanda 00:47:28 ID - ID 00:53:04 Atmos Blaq & Masšh - Dogon (Part 1) 00:58:57 DJ Nkabza, Culoe De Song - Webaba (3 Step Bootleg) 01:03:24 ID - ID 01:06:50 Latique, Lamiez Holworthy, Thakzin - Sawela Podcast Channels: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast/the-nel-podcast/id1702728093 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sSovdqYEFvtEe90rN1ObY?si=heq-nwBmSdWWmnIq4kqvXg #afrohouse #3step #housemusic #southafrica #djmix2025 #dancemusic

19. 

    22 Jan 2025

    Amapiano Mix | Groove Lifestyle 001 - NEL Set

    Welcome to the very first edition of Groove Lifestyle – 001! 🎉 This debut mix is a celebration of Amapiano, showcasing the finest grooves, infectious rhythms, and soulful vibes the genre has to offer. From smooth melodies to bass-heavy beats, this mix is perfect for your chill sessions, late-night drives, or dancefloor moments. Groove Lifestyle is more than just a mix series – it’s a journey through sound, culture, and connection. Each edition will spotlight a unique vibe, and we’re kicking things off with the unmistakable energy of Amapiano. Plug in, relax, and let the music take you on a journey. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more! 🔥✨ #amapianomix #GrooveLifestyle001 #amapianovibes #soulfulbeats #AmapianoWorldwide

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