Mattias El Mansouri
Mattias will also play an intimate set on the Barefoot Stage on Friday (00:00-01:00). But don't expect the usual. In this tent, every artist is invited to dig a little deeper, to explore the soulful, funky, groovy corners of their record bags.
Mattias El Mansouri, a Stockholm-based artist, creates introspective music that invites listeners into a groove rather than demanding attention with force. His productions are a delicate balance of deep, driving rhythms and expansive, ambient textures, with releases like Galapagos (a collaboration with Dorisburg) earning praise from figures like Sven Väth. With a background rooted in rhythm, first as a drummer, El Mansouri’s sets are as unpredictable as his productions. He blends house, techno, disco, funk, and global influences, crafting moments of tension and surprise. A resident at Stockholm’s Under Bron/Trädgården, he’s shaped by the city's vibrant music scene and has graced global stages like Panorama Bar and Draaimolen. El Mansouri’s sound is a hybrid of underground depth and far-reaching appeal, marked by his ability to transport audiences through thoughtful, immersive experiences.
