NOT TOO YOUNG Swiss Soul Weekender Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:20:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 /wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cropped-NTY2025_Badge-Final-1-32x32.png NOT TOO YOUNG 32 32 Asphalt /sponsor/asphalt/ Sun, 05 Jan 2025 19:39:32 +0000 /?p=643 ]]> Elena Annibali (IT) /dj/elena-annibali-it/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:12:03 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=250 Born in ’88, I’ve been in the music game since I was 16. A solid decade on FM radio, organizing events from big festivals to chill talks, but most of all, chasing that sweet obsession we all go nuts for: digging and collecting vinyl!

I’m part of the Solid Groove Club crew in Arezzo, my Tuscan hometown, where I drop Latin, Soul-Funk, and Blaxploitation.

In Rome, I’m with Maledetta Discoteca, a club night and record label, where I spin Afro, Boogie, and Disco as my alter ego, Jenny Savana.

I also steer the artistic direction of the fresh sub-label La Sirenetta, which is all about unearthing and re-editing obscure ’80s, synth-filled gems from Africa and the Caribbean.

Oh, and speaking of vibes like NTY, I gotta shout out my role in lending a hand for the Modern Room at Rome’s Dance with the Devil Soul Weekender. That crew’s my ride-or-die, and they’ve shaped me in more ways than I can count, musically and personally. It all begun with Soul, and it will always be Soul First.

But yeah, my crates are filled across the board and for me Music is pure connection, culture, and endless fun. It’s about wild dance floors, and straight-up catharsis.

Current Top 5

Here are a few wax items I’m packing these days:

  • Kiki Gyan – 24 Hours in a Disco, Boom 1979
  • Baad John Cross – Get Up and Dance Salsa, Coconut 1984
  • Crystal – Santo Domingo GD 1984
  • Alioke Alison Borg ‎– We Can Make It Better, Coconut 1986
  • Gloria Weems – Lovelight, CCP 1983

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Ly Mavro (GR) /dj/ly-mavro-gr/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:05:51 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=248 Since her early years, Ly Mavro has been into Black Music, starting with hip-hop and acid jazz as a teenager and progressing to 60s and 70s Soul, Funk, Northern Soul, and the Disco scene as she began searching for the original samples.

Ly started DJing as a student in Crete back in 2012, first with her CDs and later playing records she began to collect, sharing and connecting with people wherever possible, from Athens to Zurich.

«Between teaching and DJing life, for thirteen years, around Crete, Athens and now Zürich, music has always been my “Family Affair”, a stable place to relax, express my self and deal…enjoy life.
The 70s Disco era is one of my favourites in the music culture so be prepared for some groovy action! Looking forward to seeing you in March at the Soul Weekender!»

Top 5

  • Rena Scott – Super Lover
  • Laura Taylor – All Through Me
  • Phyllis Hyman – Living Inside Your Love
  • Zulema – Wanna Be Where You Are
  • Tamiko Jones – Read Me Right

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Sebastian Gerstung (DE) /dj/sebastian-gerstung/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:03:21 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=246 Seb has risen from the one-horse town…
After an extensive baby and nest-building break I’m excited to be back at the decks in Luzern.

Now located anywhere in the woods between Wiesbaden and Koblenz, I’m having great memories to my years in Mainz and Frankfurt. Lastly I hosted Solid Soul Frankfurt with my bfadm Tom Blaue with international guests and so have I been invited to all over Germany, Europe and USA.

Top 5

  • High Keys feat. Troy Keyes – One Horse Town, Atco
  • Homegrown Syndrome – Confrontation, Arista
  • Satisfaction Unlimited – Let’s Change The Subject, Hot Wax LP
  • Hunt Brothers – I’m Glad I Found The Lord, Host of Gospel
  • Chuck Jackson – Through All Times, Probe LP

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Rude Attack Soundsystem (CH) /dj/rude-attack-soundsystem-ch/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:00:46 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=244 Gimme a bunch of mates, who want to share their passion for original Reggae & Soul at the best club on this planet, Sedel – The Club in our home town Luzern. Rude Attack was born! After some do’s, we went into promoting gigs & released a handful of records as well. Our aim was to present contemporary bands, which keep the 60’s Ska/Reggae/Soul flag flying.

After some years unfortunately, our original core member Andy left the crew. It was quite a loss, so the remaining members Witschi and Jefy aka Brick Top The Tiger decided to stop as gig promoter. So, we went back to put on Reggae & Soul do’s with the intention to invite one (international) guest DJ each and every do. Over the years and with our countless trips to the UK, the wish to build an own Sound System grew more and more. Finally, in 2014 we managed to realise our dream together with Rouven, another long-term Reggae aficionado. Now, it’s 2025 and the Rude Attack train keeps on rolling, already for 25 years!

Brick Top Top 5

Well, it’s really difficult to name a top 5 spin list, as it depends on the mood, the crowd (of course!) & the session what will land on the turntable. I’m spinning all different kind of Reggae genres, from Ska to Rock Steady, Boss Reggae, Roots & Dub.

  • Don Drummond – China Town
  • Jackie Mittoo & Soul Vendors – Tropic Island
  • Sensations – Darling Forgive Me
  • Errol Dunkley – Keep The Pressure Down
  • King Tubby – King At The Control

Witschi and his Top 5

As we bring our Soundsystem to the Cellar at the Soul Weeekender, I’m gonna play Rhythm & Blues which played a big part when the first Soundsystems appeared in Jamaica and in developing the Jamaican music we all love.

  • Clue J and his Blues Blasters – Hard Blues Woman
  • Higgs & Wilson – Sha Ba Da
  • Percy Mayfield – Cookin’ in Style
  • Junior Parker – I Feel Alright Again
  • Etta James – Pick Up

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2025 Line-up /dj/2025-line-up/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:40:20 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=233 NOT TOO YOUNG Swiss Soul Weekender Vol. XII

HEADLINER DJs

playing Fri. and Sat. evening

Brian Sears (US)
Elena Annibali (IT)
Jussi B (FI)
Lluis Riera (ES)

and Residents (CH)
Fabian Bohl
Martin Erdmann
DJ Dan (Funky Fever)
Spin Club Lucerne feat. Henning & Emel

featuring Rude Attack Soundsystem
on Saturday night @ Sedel
w/ Duke Luke (US) & Josh the Cooler (CH)
— Quality boss sound in Sedel basement with Rude Attack’s own sound system.

ALLDAYER DJs
playing Sat.

Home Run Soul Club (UK)
w/ Liam, Jonny, Gary & Alex
Ly Mavro (GR)
Sebastian Gerstung (DE)
Buddy Flo (CH)

More info about the DJs will be added soon.


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Josh The Cooler (CH) /dj/josh-the-cooler-ch/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:36:25 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=229 I’ve been collecting records for more than half my life, with an obvious preference for reggae and soul 7inches.

In 2022, after numerous visits to sound system extravaganzas in England, my buddy Michael and I set up our own sound system.

Since then, we have both been organising various events and also own our own pub, with which we want to contribute to a livelier nightlife in the small town of Solothurn.

Top 5

Here are 5 tunes that I might play at the NTY Weekender:

  • The Skatanauts / Covid-19 Special
  • Al Senior Pone with Ronnie and the Hippy Boys / Sad Feelings
  • Lanky Roy / Set Me Free
  • Tommy McCook / Music From South Side
  • The Heptones / Save The Last Dance For Me

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Flo Matt (CH) /dj/flo-matt-ch/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:16:31 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=221 My name is Florian Matt. I have been living in Zurich for over 11 years and am a passionate record collector with a big love for rare sweet soul, slow jams, and 80s boogie records. I’m fascinated by the whole lowrider culture and the hip-hop samples from the 80s and 90s associated with it. You can occasionally find me at the Kasheme Bar, spinning a few records from my collection!

Current Top 5

  • Jeff Floyd – Don’t Leave Me
  • A Stroke Of Luck – She’s So Fine (36-24-36)
  • Fate – I’m In Love Again
  • Linda Clifford – Never Gonna Stop
  • Bull & The El Capalara’s – No Sign Of Sadness

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Home Run Soul Club (UK) /dj/home-run-soul-club-uk/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:22:11 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=211 Home Run Soul Club is the latest Manchester-based soul project from Liam Quinn, Jonny Mangas and Gary Bratchford. Beat Boutique and Manchester European Soul Weekender founders and residents, the lads have been digging deep and bringing people together on dancefloors across the UK and Europe for nearly twenty years.

Add latest addition, Newcastle’s Alex ‘the nicest man in soul’ Johnson to the mix and HRSC has all the bases covered. Expect rare soul, forgotten gems, crossover, discos, modern steppers and gospel groovers!

The boys’ favourites


HRSC do a modern only side project called BASES LOADED. They host this party once a year in an amazing space. Check out the music:

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Fabian Bohl (CH) /dj/fabian-bohl-ch/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:20:26 +0000 https://nty.bimbamdingdong.net/?p=209 Fabian asked ChatGPT for advice. So, let’s see what “it” thinks about Fabian:

🎶 Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for a night steeped in the rich, authentic sounds of a musical golden age. Spinning directly from his treasure chest of original vintage vinyl, we bring you the one and only Fabian!

Fabian is more than just a DJ – he’s a passionate curator of music history, digging deep into the soulful grooves of the sixties and seventies. From the irresistible swing of R&B and Soul to the sun-soaked vibes of Reggae, the gritty power of Garage, the infectious rhythms of Beat, and the smooth allure of Jazz – his sets are a journey through timeless classics and hidden gems.

And what’s in Fabian’s DJ box tonight? Here’s a sneak peek:
🎵 „Why not me?“ by Freddie Terrell
🎵 „All because of you“ by Tee Fletcher
🎵 „Spider Man“ by Gene Miller
🎵 „Never let a kiss fool you“ by Clarence Thompson & The Blue Rhythm Combo
🎵 „You turned my bitter into sweet“ by Mary Love

Every record is a piece of musical history, handpicked to make you move, groove, and feel the rhythm. So, turn up the energy and let’s dive into the music. Give it up for Fabian! 🎤✨

Have a listen to Fabian’s Selector‘s Choice, recorded as part of the Soul Sketches show at Radio X.


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