Welcome to our 5th installment of 2024 with ‘LIVE at Daimaru Lux Fest’ mixed by Max Pela. This set was recorded LIVE during his performance at DAIMARU Lux Fes in Shinsaibashi, Osaka on December 2014.



This episode features an incredible selection of tracks mixed and compiled by Max Pela.



I hope you all enjoy it!

Welcome to our 4th installment of 2024 with ‘LIVE at Cielo Rooftop’ (Opening Act for THEMBA) mixed by our brother Zayas. This set was recorded live during his opening performance for THEMBA in the Dominican Republic. Zayas is thrilled to be back on the show for you all.
This episode features an incredible selection of tracks mixed and compiled by Zayas.
I hope you all enjoy it!

Welcome to the 3rd installment of 2024 with LIVE at Babalú 9 mixed by our very own Max Pela. This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at Upside Down in Osaka, Japan. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kansai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
MAX PELA, our very own maestro and resident DJ, whose magnetic presence has firmly established him as one of the leading ambassadors of AFRO HOUSE music, not just in Japan but across the globe. Through his unwavering dedication, Max continues to propagate the rich tapestry of Afro-Rooted Rhythms—an enchanting cultural experience that he flawlessly curates through his extraordinary events at BABALÚ, mesmerizing DJ performances, captivating radio podcasts, and the groundbreaking live events produced by his renowned production company, AFROBETA BODEGA. As he traverses the world, Max spreads his unique sound, leaving audiences in awe at every turn.

Welcome to the 2nd installment of 2024 with LIVE at Babalú 9 mixed by Dmitri Absinthe. This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at Upside Down in Osaka, Japan. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kansai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
Experience the electrifying pulse of Osaka’s nightlife with DMITRI ABSINTHE. Since his arrival, he has become a revered figure in Japan’s nightlife scene, captivating audiences with his dynamic style that seamlessly spans across genres, from sultry Jazz to heart-pounding Techno. With a DJ career that ignited two decades ago in the vibrant city of Tel Aviv, Dmitri brings a wealth of international experience to our beloved venue.

Welcome to the 1st installment of 2024 with LIVE at Babalú 9 mixed by Dj Ageishi. This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at Upside Down in Osaka, Japan. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kansai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
DJ AGEISHI embarked on his musical journey in ’73 at MUGEN in Akasaka, Tokyo. Over an impressive decade at Akasaka BYBLOS starting in ’75, he commanded the decks with soul, rock, disco, and more. ’87 marked the genesis of his distinctive style at JAVA JIVE in Roppongi, seamlessly blending reggae, afro-latin, ska, and world music.
In ’89, he secured a residency at the groundbreaking Shibuya club, CAVE. Throughout the early ’90s, he solidified his reputation as a club DJ with exceptional performances. In the late ’90s, he relocated to Osaka, curating original mix CDs for PEACE CAFE. By 2001, he initiated regular parties at WORLD (Kyoto).
In 2007, he unleashed the groundbreaking mix CD “BUD:01” and commemorated his 34th DJ anniversary with a legendary 34-hour set at Montage (Osaka). In 2011, he collaborated on the “Rain Parade” 12-inch. This year celebrates his 50th DJ anniversary, reaffirming his status as a living legend in the art of DJing.

Welcome to the 8th installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 9 mixed by Mizmon. This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at Upside Down in Osaka, Japan. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kansai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
We are thrilled to welcome back one of my all-time favorite DJs, MIZMON, renowned as one of Japan’s finest female selectors. Her style seamlessly traverses Techno, Tech House, and Tribal beats, all while passionately embracing the essence of House music. Moreover, she has earned tremendous acclaim as an event organizer, curating unforgettable parties attended by thousands since the tender age of 18. In recent years, she has graced the most illustrious clubs, music festivals, and hotels both in Japan and abroad, leaving a trail of euphoria in her wake.
 

Welcome to the 7th installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 8 Pt.2 mixed by Max Pela . This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at the beautiful Casablanca Beach Resort in Japan. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kansai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
Max Pela consistently pushes the boundaries with his recordings, always on a quest to discover those rare and extraordinary sounds that bridge the gap between the future and the ancestral. His enthusiasm shines through in every mix, promising an unforgettable musical journey.

Welcome to the 7th installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 8 Pt.1 mixed by Max Pela . This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at the beautiful Casablanca Beach Resort in Japan. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kansai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
Max Pela consistently pushes the boundaries with his recordings, always on a quest to discover those rare and extraordinary sounds that bridge the gap between the future and the ancestral. His enthusiasm shines through in every mix, promising an unforgettable musical journey.

Welcome to the 6th installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 7, featuring incredible sets by Max Pela and Dmitri Absinthe. This captivating performance was recorded LIVE at the beautiful Casablanca Beach Resort in Japan on Sunday, April 2, 2023. Babalú has established itself as the ultimate destination for AFRO HOUSE music in Kasai, and with each event, the experience keeps getting bigger and better.
Max Pela consistently pushes the boundaries with his recordings, always on a quest to discover those rare and extraordinary sounds that bridge the gap between the future and the ancestral. His enthusiasm shines through in every mix, promising an unforgettable musical journey.
Mark your calendars for our upcoming events! On June 24th, join us at Upside Down in Osaka, where we’ll continue the celebration. And don’t miss out on July 2nd, as we return to the stunning Casablanca Beach Resort for another incredible experience.

Welcome to the eagerly anticipated 5th installment of 2023 with LIVE at Casablanca, expertly mixed by Max Pela, Dmitri Absinthe, and Deecoy. This extraordinary recording captures the electrifying atmosphere of Casablanca Beach Resort in Japan, where it took place on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Afrobeta Bodega proudly presents this exhilarating live set, as it continues to push boundaries and explore the uncharted territory of music, effortlessly bridging the gap between the future and our ancestral roots.
We sincerely hope that you thoroughly enjoy this incredible mix!
 

Welcome to our 4th installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 6 mixed by Mizmon, Max Pela, and Dmitri Absinthe. It was recorded LIVE at Casablanca Beach Resort –  Japan on Sunday, March 05 2023. Babalú is the go to event for AFRO HOUSE music in Kasai, with each event becoming bigger and better. Max Pela is always excited about his recordings as they keep pushing his boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral.
Our next event will be held on May 7th at Casablanca Beach Resort.

Welcome to our 3rd installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 4 mixed by Max Pela and Dmitri Absinthe. It was recorded LIVE at Casablanca Beach Resort – Nishinomiya, Japan on Sunday, Jan. 22 2023. Babalú is the go to event for AFRO HOUSE music in Kasai, with each event becoming bigger and better. Max Pela is always excited about his recordings as they keep pushing his boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral. Our next event will be held on April 2nd at Casablanca Beach Resort.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 2nd installment of 2023 with LIVE at Babalú 4 mixed by Max Pela and Dj Ino. It was recorded LIVE at Casablanca Beach Resort – Nishinomiya, Japan on Dec. 11th 2022. Babalú is the go to event for AFRO HOUSE music in Kasai, with each event becoming bigger and better. Max Pela is always excited about his recordings as they keep pushing his boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral. Our next event will be held on March 5th at Casablanca Beach Resort.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 1st installment of 2023 with Year Of El Conejo (卯年) mixed by Max Pela. Year Of El Conejo (卯年) is the eighth in my “Year Of” series following the Japanese Junishi calendar. I’m really excited about this mix as it keeps pushing my boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks and remixes from the likes of A.C.N., MoBlack, &Me, Rampa,  and Darksidevinyl to name a few.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 7th installment of 2022 with LIVE at Babalú 3 – Dia De Los Muertos Celebration mixed by Max Pela. It was recorded LIVE at Casablanca Beach Resort – Nishinomiya, Japan on Nov. 6th 2022. Babalú is the go to event for AFRO HOUSE music in Kasai, with each event becoming bigger and better. Max Pela is always excited about his recordings as they keep pushing his boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral. Our next event will be held on December 4th, 2022 at Casablanca Beach Resort.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks and remixes from the likes of Pablo Fierro, MoBlack, Adam Port, Röyksopp,  and Oveous to name a few.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 6th installment of 2022 with LIVE at Stars’n Cacio 2 year anniversary party mixed by Max Pela. It was recorded LIVE during Stars n’ Cacio 2 year anniversary party on September 23rd 2022. It was a magical night with an amazing food menu by Andrea Ferrero. Drinks prepared by guest mixologist Toru Ariyoshi and friends. Max Pela is really excited about this mix as it keeps pushing his boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks and remixes from the likes of Osunlade, Rafael Moraes, Oveous, Moblack, Pablo Fierro, A.C.N., Monkey Safari and Mike Steva to name a few.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 5th installment of 2022 with LIVE at Babalú 2 mixed by Max Pela. It was recorded LIVE at Casablanca Beach Resort – Nishinomiya, Japan on Sept. 4th 2022. Babalú is the go to event for AFRO HOUSE music in Kasai, with each event becoming bigger and better. Max Pela is always excited about his recordings as they keep pushing his boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral. Our next event will be held on October 2nd, 2022 at Casablanca Beach Resort.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks and remixes from the likes of Pablo Fierro, MoBlack, Fnx Omar, Moojo, Mike Steva and Osunlade to name a few.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 4th installment of 2022 with LIVE at Golf Partners After Party mixed by Zayas. It was recorded live during his set at Playa Dorada Golf Club for Golf Partners. He’s really excited to be back on the show for you guys.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks mixed and compiled by Zayas.
I hope you guys enjoy!
 

Welcome to our 3rd installment of 2022 with LIVE at Stars n’ Cacio mixed by Max Pela. It was recorded live during Stars n’ Caico BBQ event. I’m really excited about this mix as it keeps pushing my boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks and remixes from the likes of Louie Vega, Osunlade, Atjazz, Oveous, and Ezel to name a few.
I hope you guys enjoy it!

Welcome to our 2nd installment of 2022 with LIVE at Babalú Inaugural White Party mixed by Max Pela. Afrobeta Bodega and Max Pela had taken a small break from producing events due to the emergency declarations in Japan, making sure we were safe during this times and enjoying time with our families. But we’re back now and what other way to celebrate new beginnings then to present our new event BABALÚ with an inaugural White Party. I’m really excited about this mix as it keeps pushing my boundaries by digging and searching for those uncommon sounds bridging the gap between the future and the ancestral.
This show contains an amazing selection of tracks and remixes from the likes of Pablo Fierro, MoBlack, Jose Marquez, Fnx Omar and Klement Bonelli to name a few.
I hope you guys enjoy it!