Scene in SA’s Summer Jams 2024 Playlist

By DJ Novasoul

As we clutch our fists at the scorching sun on another “Feels Like 115° F” Summer day, how ‘bout we open them up with a refreshing mangonada or icy cocktail instead? But why pause the solstice celebration there? Let’s expand our senses to the sounds of Summer playing through your baddest booming system!

When I think of Summer, I hear the sounds of cuicas, vibrant Afro-Latin percussion rhythms, shuffling of tropical tinged tempos, and lowriders bassing out on cruise control. I visualize monochrome linen silhouettes, explosions of flowery colors, and yes, I can also smell Texas barbeques! This is the amalgamation I choose to live in, and present it to you for your listening experience. Perfect for hosting a sun setting soirée, lounging under the palm trees by the pool, or for the after-after party.

Besides crafting a playlist infused with jazzy rhythms, sambas, and soulful hip-hop beats for you and yours to cool out to, my intention behind sharing these selections is twofold:

First, this collection features (mostly) recent releases by artists and record labels that should be on your radar!

And second, everyone with a music streaming app can access and enjoy these vibes.

As a full-time DJ and passionate music lover, outside of soothing my ego by collecting the hard-to-find remixes and B-sides of my favorite artists, the best part has been sharing this music with people, and in the process, making new friends. Music’s universal power of social connection is what enchants me to continue deejaying, an aspect I harness to create unique playlists for experiential events.

As a music fan, I encourage supporting the music makers so that they continue creating these dopamine hits. Visit the Scene In SA online article, to access direct links to the featured artists’ websites and discover more about them and their projects, and consider purchasing their music and merchandise.

Though these tracks may be less “Hot Girl Summer” and hard four-to-the-floor sweaty club anthems inscribed on countless playlists, these breezy sonic gems will surely inspire people to keep their Shazam app open. Better yet, they may be the connection to your new friends and Summer memories. Novasoul, aka Robert Gonzales, is a San Antonio-based DJ and independent record label owner/artist. ■

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