Mattias El Mansouri

Born in Skene in southwest Sweden, the Moroccan/Chilean DJ / producer grew up in a world of structure and devotion before a new sense of purpose pulled him to Stockholm. There, the co-founder and organiser of the Ritmo Liminal club concept shifted from collecting records to releasing his own and stepping behind the decks. His sound found its pulse: a blend of introspection and rhythm that lures you in rather than shouting for space delivering sounds that whisper, thump, and unfold like a slow-burning revelation. With a growing discography, El Mansouri’s productions move between deep, driving rhythms and rich, ambient textures that celebrate negative space. Galapagos, his collaboration with Swedish icon Dorisburg, leans into the latter, offering a more expansive, big-room feel, recognised by dance music pioneers. El Mansouri’s previous release, Tja Hej Salam on Aniara Recordings, showcased his ability to craft hypnotic, intricate tracks, while his contribution to Nous Klaer’s Paraels III compilation further demonstrated his range. A resident at Stockholm’s revered Under Bron/Trädgården, El Mansouri has found a home in one of Sweden’s most important incubators of electronic music talent. Beyond his home turf, he has played at some of the world’s most respected festivals and clubs, including Panorama Bar.