The Goya MusicMan Show

On 27 August 2023 I released a mix called A Journey In Deep Melody, this is the Last Journey... Enjoy.

Step into the sonic abyss where sorrow and soul collide, Goya MusicMan returns with a beautiful journey through sound. Inspired by personal loss, global uncertainty, and the quiet strength found in solitude. Perfect for introspective late nights, rainy drives, or healing rituals under the moonlight. Soul-stirring transitions that feel like journal entries, rare and alternative cuts that speak louder than words and a masterclass in emotional storytelling through beatcraft. To another decade of Melancholic Jazzy House... Enjoy!

Soulful Hedonism is a philosophy rooted in the sacred duality of pleasure and purpose, a deep and soulful house doctrine where rhythm is not escape but encounter. It champions the idea that joy on the dancefloor can coexist with introspection, that indulgence in groove is not mindless but mindful. This ethos sees house music as a spiritual pedagogy: each chord progression a memory, each bassline a lesson, each vocal a reminder of our shared humanity. Soulful Hedonism embraces the richness of Black musical heritage, the ritual of repetition, and the radical act of feeling deeply in a world that often numbs. It’s about dancing not just to move, but to remember who we are, where we come from, and the sound systems that shaped us. The journey begins in 1997, with a track that feels prophetic: Chris Brann’s “Journey to the Centre.” This isn’t just the first step it’s the thesis statement. Atmospheric and meditative, it lays the philosophical groundwork for what’s to come: house music not just as sound, but as soul science. Enjoy!!

A journey through the soul of South African house music, spanning 29 tracks and the full emotional spectrum of deep house, Deep Songs From The South is more than a mixtape, it’s a love letter to a pivotal era, a personal tribute, and a masterfully curated sonic odyssey. The House Music Pedagogue weaves together a three-hour set that begins with warm, soulful grooves, dives deeper into moody, immersive rhythms mid-set, and then blooms into the rich, drum and horn-laced textures of vibey Afro-jazz in the final hour, an unmistakable precursor to today’s private school amapiano. Drawn from releases between 2010 and 2015, the mix captures the essence of a golden age in South African house, when Pretoria pulsed with creativity, and the decks at places like Café Del Khuze and Dukes Grill told stories late into the night. From the mellow elegance of Scotch Flavio's "Fountain Of Love" to the wistful uplift of Kojo Akusa's reimagination of Adele's "Rolling In The Deep" and to the percussive heartbeat of Deep Xcape's "After Da Rain", every track was chosen for its mood, message, and mastery. This anthology pulses with rhythm and reverence, spotlighting anthems and underground gems. Though 27 of the tracks were produced in South Africa, even the two remixes by international producers UPZ and Trinidadian Deep are grounded in local vocals and visions, honoring the South African artists at their core. This mixtape is dedicated with love and gratitude to my friends and fellow DJs who shaped my musical identity during my time in Pretoria: Muzi Ntunja, Tiyani Ngobeni, Given Sefara, and Theobald Mhinga. Your ears inspired the journey and your taste, the compass. And with deepest respect, we remember the late Scotch Flavio and Cannon Soul, artists whose work continues to echo in dancefloors and headphones across the country. This is Deep Songs From The South.

The Return of The House Music Pedagogue is a 3-hour soulful journey that celebrates the timelessness of house music, blending classics with contemporary sounds. Beginning with two Louie Vega jazzy tracks, the mix slowly transitions into deep, soulful house vibes, with Nutty Nys’ Amahubo initiating the pedagogical tone. The mix features house music pioneers like Kerri Chandler, Eric Kupper, Terry Hunter, DJ Spinna, and John Cutler, alongside remakes of timeless classics, such as Marshall Jefferson’s Move Your Body and Robert Owens' Deep Down. Tracks from South African legends like 60 Hertz & Shane D are highlighted, while new voices Nae SA, Bumi Thomas, Shalati, and Andre Espeut bring fresh energy to the scene. A standout moment comes with Stim Dyzl, who teams up with Mark Francis on Kilomanjaro, showcasing a soulful New York vibe. Interspersed throughout are spoken word reflections on the spiritual journey of house music, the evolution of deep house, and its roots in American ghetto culture. The mixtape features tracks dating back as far as 2003, 2004, and 2005, reinforcing the enduring legacy of house music, blending the past with the present and proving that the genre remains as relevant today as ever.