Mayan Warrior Istanbul's New Names Come to Inspire

Istanbul's historical and cultural richness meets a new breath of fresh air! Mayan Warrior is ready to inspire you and give you a special identity with its new names inspired by the deep-rooted history and vibrant atmosphere of the city. While these special names reflect the unique spirit and energy of the city, they also offer a modern and original style.

Mandrake

Mayan Warrior's newcomer Mandrake is a true icon of the Mexican electronic music scene. With his unique sounds, visionary leadership and passionate commitment, he will leave a lasting mark on the scene at Mayan Warrior Istanbul.

Mandrake is not only a musician, but also a pioneer and visionary. As the heart and soul of the Mayan Warrior collective, he has played a key role in shaping the Mexican electronic music scene over the last decade. As the founder and captain of Mexico City's iconic M.N. ROY Club, he brought a new energy and excitement to the scene.

Mandrake's music transcends genre boundaries, taking listeners on a different journey. From deep and immersive rhythms to euphoric peaks and sci-fi inspired delights, this journey seamlessly blends different genres such as Indie Dance, Techno and Disco. With his unique sound and unrivalled versatility, Mandrake will leave an impression at Mayan Warrior Istanbul.

KinAhau

Mexican-born artist and producer KinAhau is one of the brightest rising stars in the electronic music scene in recent years. With his unique sound, club-orientated grooves and bold experiments, he takes his fans to new grounds.

Sebastián Betanzos, known as KinAhau, started producing music at the age of 17. Inspired by the heavy bass house movement, he started to create his own unique sound. His style, which alternates between fluid drums and hard bass rhythms, inspires listeners.

KinAhau's talent was quickly recognised in the music community. He received praise from names such as DJ Snake, Oliver Heldens and Malaa. In 2021, he made a name for himself with hits like ‘Turned Turk’ on Solid Grooves and ‘Different Side’ with Michael Bibi and Audiobully's.

In 2023, KinAhau released ‘Triple T’, his most ambitious project to date. This collection of 30 tracks presents personal artefacts from KinAhau's archive and showcases a deep journey through different genres, styles and influences.

KinAhau continues to rise in the electronic music scene. There is no doubt that he will achieve even greater success in the coming years. Bringing a breath of fresh air to the music world with his unique sound and passion, KinAhau is one of the most important names to follow.

Lilya Mandre

A shining star in the electronic music scene, Lilya Mandre brings her energy and talent from the DJ booth to the studio and the streets. Her journey, which began in her home clubs in Casablanca, is attracting worldwide attention with her deep, melodic, minimal and dynamic style.

Lilya is known for her carefully crafted sets inspired by every corner of music. Having released her first single ‘Hu’ with Kora (CA) and Cezaire in 2022, she continues to work with labels such as Madorasindahouse and Hidden Hands.

Lilya has established herself firmly on the international scene, performing at major events such as F1 Grand Prix, MuralFestival, Auberge saint Gabriel (Montreal), Soubois (Montreal), Yoko Production (Paris), Medina Festival (Paris), Istar (Madrid) and Deep House Bible (New York).

Lilya Mandre's unique style and emotional energy continues to leave a deep impression on listeners. Bringing the vibrant and innovative sound of electronic music around the world, this young talent makes us look forward to her future achievements.

Klanglust

Klanglust stands out as a music duo that offers a marvellous dance of organic and electronic sounds. The duo's story begins with the coming together of passionate musicians seeking unexplored musical paths. Klanglust's music promises listeners a deep sonic journey with its unique synthesis of organic instruments and electronic rhythms. Their work on SoundCloud is appreciated by a wide range of fans for its emotional depth and creative originality.

Klanglust is cementing his place as a strong presence in the music scene and invites listeners to a unique sound experience. One of the rising stars of the electronic music scene, Klanglust has shared the stage with world-renowned artists such as Paul Kalkbrenner, Jan Blomqvist and Roman Klyn.