Heat is the name of the game with this week’s Moonlight Mixtape, courtesy of Mexican DJ/producer @kokiyo.8, who incorporates Latin America’s rich musical heritage into a prolific production career that includes releases with Hoomidaas, Cafe de Anatolia, The Purr, and Elebated. The latest edition of our mixtape series leads with a sultry vocal track that sets the tone for an hour of dynamic cultural texture laid over an unshakeable organic rhythm. Kokiyo’s a master of mood, juxtaposing cinematic clips of violin and piano with star-crossed moments of ethereal melody. This week’s spicy style is underscored by the instrument-heavy vibes that give the flavor of live music with the feeling peak-time club nights. 

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