Dirty Disco 608: from soulful depths to summer highs

After a short break, Dirty Disco returns refreshed and recharged. Episode 608 is a deep, soulful journey through electronic music that blends introspection with movement. With nearly three hours of music selected and mixed by Kono Vidovic, this set showcases deep house, nu disco, afro-fused grooves, and exclusive promos that connect emotion, rhythm and storytelling.

Whether you’re here for late-night listening, soulful discoveries or feel-good summer grooves, Dirty Disco 608 delivers.

What makes Dirty Disco 608 stand out?

This episode was created just after Kono spent a few days with his family on the Dutch island of Terschelling. That reset inspired a slower, deeper approach to the music selection. You’ll hear warmth, contrast, and flow in how the tracks unfold. Each transition is carefully chosen to build atmosphere and evoke feeling.

The selection balances emerging artists with iconic names, creating a soundscape that’s both current and timeless. There’s also a strong presence of remixes and edits, breathing new life into classics while showcasing underground innovation.

Featured artists and highlights

Louis Baker (Hollis P Monroe Remix)

The New Zealand soul singer is reimagined by deep house veteran Hollis P Monroe, delivering a rich, emotive club-ready opener that sets the tone for the full session.

Nutritious

This Brooklyn-based artist shows up multiple times in the mix with tracks from his Flash It EP. His blend of funk, future disco, and raw house sensibility gives the episode much of its groove.

Lucky Sun

UK-based producer Tom Lown brings warm, melodic house perfect for sunsets and easy Sunday moments. Batavia Records hosts several of his tracks featured in this mix.

Raz & Afla

Their Afro-electronic sound fuses Ghanaian percussion and vocals with thoughtful club production. Tracks from the Remixes of Resistance project add both energy and meaning to the episode.

Bob Marley (LP Giobbi Remix)

An official remix that respectfully brings Could You Be Loved into deep house territory. LP Giobbi adds her signature bounce and softness, creating a joyful moment in the mix.

Renote

A rising name delivering emotional deep house with a cinematic touch. Both Feeling You and Stronger Than Before hold space within the mix, offering both vulnerability and strength.

Talking Heads (Alex Preston Edit)

A tasteful reinterpretation of Once in a Lifetime that fits surprisingly well within a modern club context without losing the message or magic of the original.

Adam Ten, Jackie (IT) and Kool & The Gang

A funky, energetic closer that brings vintage horns into a modern framework. It’s playful, unexpected, and wraps the episode with a smile.

Deep dives: what makes this mix flow

Track progression

The mix opens with introspective vocals and warm house, slowly moving into afro percussion, rhythmic layering and ultimately funk-driven edits. This intentional arc keeps the energy evolving without losing cohesion.

Label diversity

Dirty Disco 608 features music from respected underground labels such as Best Works, iLiquid Culture, Batavia Records, Wah Wah 45s and Les Folies Digitales, each known for their commitment to soulful and boundary-pushing dance music.

Exclusive DJ-only version

Members on Mixcloud Select and Apple Podcasts get access to a full extended DJ-only version with five extra tracks and no voice-over. This version runs nearly 3 hours and is ideal for uninterrupted listening, DJ inspiration or deep focus sessions.

How to listen

• Stream the full voice-guided show on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts, Mixcloud, SoundCloud, YouTube and Spotify
• Get the extended DJ-only mix via Mixcloud Select or Apple Podcasts member section
• Find full tracklists and show notes on dirtydiscoradio.com

Behind the scenes: Kono’s reset

After a full-on period of work, Kono took a short pause with his family on the island of Terschelling. No screen time, just air, sea, and space to reflect. That moment influenced this entire mix, not just in mood, but in intention. The result is a selection that listens like a narrative, not just a playlist.

This episode also marks the start of a temporary summer pause coming soon. More about that in episode 609, but know this: Dirty Disco isn’t going anywhere. The music keeps flowing.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Final thoughts

Dirty Disco 608 is about reconnection. After stepping away, this mix reaffirms why music matters, it grounds us, lifts us, and tells stories words often can’t.

Whether you’re listening in the club, at home, on the move or in your mind, this episode is yours.

Thanks for listening, and see you in 609.