Mendel

Born and raised in Amsterdam, Mendel bought his first record player from a market stall at Waterlooplein at the age of 11. He played his first sets at hip-hop joints De Duivel and Bitterzoet as a teen and immersed himself in the city’s rich cultural tapestry of record stores and nightlife. Working at Waxwell Records further broadened his musical horizon, and he soon began organising nights and playing in venues throughout Europe. Since 2018, Mendel has been running Ciranda, a community-driven event series. Ciranda holds a residency at Doka, one of Amsterdam’s most audio-forward venues, and has hosted multiple outdoor editions as well as events in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and London. Ciranda’s programming platforms upcoming talent, unsung heroes, and the occasional legend, while its loyal and diverse dancers bring a truly special, warm energy that is hard to come by.As a producer, Mendel is known for his respectful approach to editing and remixing, emphasising the beauty of the original without imprinting his ego onto an existing piece of music. His works on labels like Kalita Records, Rush Hour Recordpool, and Notes On A Journey, have found their way into many discerning record bags, appreciated for their meticulous craftsmanship. Mendel is currently working on a debut EP, the next step in a long line of quality and loving output.