Seattle-via-Brooklyn DJ/producer Jaymz Nylon has been crafting supremely funky dancefloor grooves over the past two decades, forging his "Afro-tech" sound through a unique fusion of Afro house, Latin house, deep house, tech-house, disco, and jazz. In addition to a stacked discography that includes three albums and countless EPs and remixes, Jaymz also runs the underground label Nylon Trax, spotlighting fresh and colorful sounds coming from all corners of the world. His exclusive mix for Midnight in a Perfect World showcases his deep love for soulful house rhythms that includes a remix of his new collaborative single with Capitol A called "We Are All Heroes," songs from the Nylon Trax catalog, a handful of fresh new favorites, and timeless gems from years past.
Artist | Song |
Midnight In A Perfect World | Intro |
Tebogo J & Komplexity | Day Dreaming |
And.ID | Live Together (Organ Solo) |
Capitol A & Jaymz Nylon | We Are All Heroes (Allada's Drums of Free Thought Remix) |
Izzy La Vague | Open Up Your Mind (Naughty 'B Mix) |
Achickwitbeatz | Come Around |
Mick Verma | U Are My Alcohol |
Nigel One & Joel Oliver | Virgo Boogie (feat. Sektor Z) |
John Collins | Roll With You |
Dele Sosimi Afrobeat Orchestra | Too Much Information (Rainy City Music Version) |
Alex Roque | Let's Work |
Blaq Soul | The Moment |
DJ General Slam & Bruno Soares Sax | Four Play Before Sax (The Gruv Maniacs Project Afro Jazz Mix) |
Foremost Poets | On My Shoulders (Mental Version) |
Midnight in a Perfect World, KEXP's weekly hour-long guest DJ show, airs Fridays at midnight. This multi-genre program features eclectic sets by a rotating cast of international and local DJ’s, each building upon a party vibe to kick off your weekend. Midnight in a perfect world is made possible with support from New Belgium Brewing.
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