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Episode 155: MUSIC & WINE x GOTSOUL launch party - Ines' Birthday - Elian pre-game + opening set 041126 27.04.2026 4t

It was one of most anticipated parties of the year (so far):  we're talking about the launch of our collaboration GotSoul MNL, with the newly opened club/bar of our friends, headed by the visionary Canadian DJ Jojo Flores.  And what made the evening even more special was the fact that we were all celebrating Inés' birthday!We started with an intimate dinner with a small group of close friends (the "pre-game" that I had a special set prepared for), and then the dance-floor opened up at about 9pm, and you can hear my set shifting into what we refer to as "Gotsoul music": deep and soulful house music, featuring afro-latin percussion, jazzy chords, and natural instruments, which together yielded an ultra-positive vibe and a feeling of love that washed over everyone in the place, like a baptism from the heavens!Stay tuned to this channel for Part 2 of that night's music, featuring one of my favorite DJs ever and good friend Kevin Ruiz, who played an exhilarating set that took us until closing time, and left a lot of sweat on the dance-floor.  Special thanks to Mano and Dee Dario of GotSoul MNL for making it all possible, and our friends at Your Wine Experience for the wine sponsorship.-NEXT STOP: GREEN BAR 🌿🍷Whether you were at the M&W x GotSoul launch or missed out, we’d love for you to join us this Wednesday, April 29, for our monthly Green Bar party.  Joining me on the decks is our good buddy DJ Mike Reefer.We start early, we leave happy!📍 Green Bar, Makati 🕔 5 PM Onwards 🍷 Music & Wine Promo: 50% off wine bottles from 5 PM – 7 PM.Bring your dancing shoes. See you there! 🎶Elian & Inés

Episode 154: Elian 7-hour solo set. M&W at Green Bar (Halloween Special) 102925 Part 2 23.03.2026 3t 53min

This is one of those sets that we love and have listened to over and over, yet it's never gotten published for one reason or another.  Well, it's never too late to do the right thing:  here is our Halloween Special set recorded live at Green Bar, with House Music celebrities like Jojo Flores and Rich Medina in the audience, a super-fun night on all accounts..We took artistic license and decided to publish Part 2 first.  Part 1 will come at a later time.  So don't touch that dial!And don't forget to join us THIS Wednesday March 25th at Green Bar as we do what we do again! I'll be joined by DJ OB One, so you know this one's gonna be a keeper!  Inés, Jade, Sarada and Mr. Marcus on hosting duties. Elian & InésPS - According to Podomatic, we are today ranked #6 worldwide in the Jazz category, and we have YOU to thank!!

Episode 153: Architects of the Groove: Elian & Benjo Marquez. The M&W x Green Bar Experience 012126 17.02.2026 3t 24min

This episode is a reunion of sorts. I’m joined on the decks by a long-time friend, a seasoned DJ-turned-designer, and one of the creative forces behind GotSoul MNL—the city’s newest sanctuary for audiophiles: Benjo Marquez, which he designed and built.In this M&W Radio episode, we’re taking it back to the roots—78Orange, Bellissima, M Café—tracing a lineage of sound that spans years. After a long hiatus, Benjo returns to Music & Wine Radio sharper than ever.The Set: I set the tone for the first hour, followed by an elegant, deep-lounge takeover by Benjo. Pour something chilled, find a seat, and let the music do the heavy lifting.Save the Date: The next Music & Wine at Green Bar experience takes place on Wednesday, February 25, starting at 5 PM.

Episode 152: Elian. Sunset Sessions at Punta Fuego - Part 1 010126 01.02.2026 2t 9min

Is there a better way to ring in the new year than by listening to a sunset session poolside at the beach?  Here is my 2-hour set from 4:30 to 6:30pm on January the first, which filled the Punta Fuego resort with positive beach vibes as the sun quietly set behind the ocean on New Year's day.All of the best wishes for the coming year to all of our listeners all over the world!Elian & Inés

Episode 151: MyHOUSE at The Split. Elian&Markus. Presented by Music & Wine and Say Less 121125 09.01.2026 5t 35min

It’s been 20 years since we first started organizing parties at M Café. A lot has happened in our lives since, and we’re thankful for all the great things. Yet there are still memories from those old days that beckon us and find their way into our fondest dreams once in a while. It looks like life sometimes comes around full circle, as the Wisniewskis (Martin, Andrej and Michael) launch their latest Raintree concept called The Split: a beautifully designed space in the heart of BGC with a warm sound system and a cool wine fridge We’ve all got our M Café stories—that’s where I first started dating Inés!  It’s time to build some new fond memories.   The re-launch party took place on December 11, 2025, and it was spectacular!  Thanks for all your support!  Here's what it sounded like, the full 5-hour set.See you on Thursday night January 15, 2026 for the second of our monthly MyHOUSE episodes. Markus Cali-Jentes and I will bring the soundtrack.  You DON'T wanna miss this!*Part of the “Say Less” Thursday party series, hosted by Mr. Marcus www.musicandwineradio.com

Episode 150: Music & Wine at Green Bar - Elian&Markus 090325 - Part 2 // Markus then Elian closing set 24.11.2025 3t 1min

It's Thanksgiving!  A time to be grateful for the people in our lives.   You know what else we're grateful for?  MUSIC.  What else?  WINE!Come celebrate all of these with us on Wednesday, November 26 starting at 5pm at Green Bar, 106 Aguirre St, Legaspi Village, Makati, Manila.  You'll be glad you did!And now we leave you with Part 2 of our live set recorded last September 3 at Green Bar.  Markus starts and I get back on after.  Enjoy!Elian & Inés

Episode 149: M&W at Green Bar - Elian&Markus - Part 1 Elian's Opening Set 090325 25.10.2025 3t 40min

One of the best nights we've had so far at Green Bar, and we recorded the whole thing!  Here's Part 1, my opening set.  Coming up this Wednesday October 29, starting at 5pm, we're throwing a Halloween Party!  Line-up your costumes and come early!  If this episode is any indication, you don't wanna miss the opening set :)Green Bar is at 106 Aguirre Street, Legaspi Village, Makati, M Manila. 50% wine bottles from 5-7pm.  See you there!Elian & Inés

Episode 148: M&W at Green Bar feat. Elian+OB One - Elian's opening set 06.18.25 01.09.2025 3t 28min

And we're back!!  It seems everyone left town for the month of August to celebrate "summer break", and we're all back!  I'm joined once again this Wednesday September 3 at Green Bar on the decks by my musical partner Markus Jentes, and by my life partner Inés, as she co-hosts the evening with Mr. Marcus and Green Bar owners Jade and Sarada Santos.  To help us warm-up for the long awaited night is our episode of the month, my opening set last June 18 recorded live at Green Bar.  Let's give it a listen, why don't we :)

Episode 147: Music & Wine at Green Bar - Markus opening Elian closing 042325 10.07.2025 3t 59min

Last month's M&W set at Green Bar will be uploaded in a future episode, in order to make way for this month's special "Cali-Jentes West Coast Smooth Jazz" opening set by none other than Markus Jentes, whose birthday we'll be celebrating this upcoming Wednesday July 16.BACKGROUND -For those who aren't aware, Markus (a.k.a. Mark Cali-Jentes) and I, Elian, go way way back.  We first played together a Bellissima in the Fort Strip where we were introduced by common friend Wendell Garcia in 2003.  Mark not only played at but also did the graphic design for the unforgettable Paseo Uno LOUNGE pool party series I organized with the Mandarin Oriental in 2004.  Mark and I then teamed up with Martin Wisniewski to help turn M Café into Makati's top nightspot in 2005 with the MyHOUSE weekly parties.  20 years later, Mark and I are back behind the decks once a month at Green Bar with the Music & Wine parties.  As for Inés, she's known Mark as long as I have, maybe even longer, and we're all still the closest of friends today.Aside from being a great DJ, Mark is today one of the Philippines' most engaging artists.  You can find his exquisite paintings exhibited in galleries around Manila or on his website at www.markusjentes.art  Having studied the visual arts at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles in the 90s,  he fell in love with California's brand of smooth jazz, listening to the likes of Bob James, David Benoit, Lee Ritenour, and David Sanborn, to name a few.  This is the vibe that Mark recreates in his set for this week's podcast. DJ SETS -Mark and I happen to be performing together this Friday July 11 at the closing party of Chotto Matte in BGC starting at 6pm sharp.  So come join us for Happy Hour if you're in the area!We're also celebrating Mark's birthday this upcoming Wednesday July 16 at M&W Green Bar in Legaspi Village, Makati, starting at 5pm.  You DON'T wanna miss that.  And now, 2 hours of California smooth jazz (Mark's opening set) followed by 2 hours of deep house music (my closing set) recorded at Green Bar in April.  Enjoy!Elian & Inés

Episode 146: Music & Wine at Green Bar - Elian bday party - Elian's opening set 052125 08.06.2025 3t 8min

It's a good thing we pushed the "record" button! It's another monthly installment of Music & Wine at Green Bar, and the entire extended family appears to have shown up to celebrate my birthday.  What a night!  I'm joined once again by none other than DJ Mark Cali-jentes on the decks.  Inés,  Mackey Maguigad, Jade and Sarada Santos are working the room, and they've all collaborated to have trumpet player Ramon Mancio and a wonderful percussionist join us on stage.   I think I've come to the realization that there's nothing quite as fulfilling and heartwarming as playing to a room full of happy friends.  Huge thank you to everyone who came out and made the night so special!  Love you all <3Coming up next on June 18, I'm joined by a very special musical guest, all the way from Toronto, Canada, our very dear friend DJ OB ONE.  Don't sleep on this one!I'm telling you, the new tagline for these Music & Wine parties has gotta be, "Walk in knowing no one.  Walk out knowing everyone."And now here's 3 hours of non-stop music, my opening set.  Enjoy responsibly ;)

Episode 145: Summertime in Manila - Poolside in Alabang Live Mix. Elian 04.19.25 11.05.2025 3t 35min

This set was recorded during Holy Week, a holiday in the Philippines when absolutely everything closes.  So we invited our friends and their kids to an Easter Egg Hunt, and installed the sound system for the adults.  Aside from the music, I made a killer Boeuf Bourguignon served with Basmati Rice, and Inés made a vegan pasta with sun-dried tomatoes.Needless to say, the afternoon was absolute bliss.  And we are proud and fortunate to be able to share some of it here with you, our dear listeners. Sending you all nothing but the most positive vibes!Elian & InésPS - Mark your calendars!! Music & Wine at Green Bar upcoming party on Wednesday May 21 5pm onwards, and we'll be celebrating my birthday! So you know it's gonna be special one <3

Episode 144: Music & Wine at Green Bar 03.19.25 ELIAN 7-hour live mix 14.04.2025 6t 26min

Well, it looks like our little underground party in a little corner of Legaspi Village is making waves and building a community.  Once again, it was me on the decks at Green Bar all night long from 5pm till around midnight, playing anything and everything, as long as it sounded good!  As Mr Quincy Jones (rest in power) once said "there's only two kinds of music:  good music and bad music."  We played only the good kind!Mackey Maguidad (a.k.a. Mr Marcus) surprised me in mid-set by inviting jazz trumpet player Ramon Mancio to join me for several exhilarating hours.  My lovely wife Inés and our friends Jade and Sarada worked the room of their restaurant, as they usually do so well.And yes, the entire vibe was completely captured on tape!  Here it is.  Enjoy!Elianwww.musicandwineradio.com

Episode 143: Mike Reefer (Gotsoul Manila) guest mix on Music & Wine Radio 10.03.2025 1t 4min

He's one of Manila's hardest working DJs, and I'll be joining him at the Spirits Library this Friday night, March 14 for a live DJ set.Mike and I belong to Gotsoul, a global community of DJs passionate about spreading the positive, healing powers of Deep House music--a style of dance music known for its organic sound that features natural instruments, jazzy chords, at times soulful vocals, and beats more on the downtempo side of the spectrum.  Founded by friend of show Jojo Flores, the multi-awarded DJ based in Montreal, Canada, Gotsoul has ambassadors in major cities all over the world, hardworking DJs like Mike who play these therapeutic grooves at nightspots regularly every week.Wherever Mike plays, you can expect him to serve up these fresh, tasty beats every single time.  He plays at pretty much every cool bar or club in town you can think of.  He's DJ'd alongside the likes of Miguel Migs, Sandy Rivera, Victor Simonelli, and Jojo Flores, just to name a few.We're delighted to have Mike Reefer guest on the show this week, and if you happen to be in Manila, catch our live performance on Friday night!Be sure to follow him at https://www.instagram.com/mikereefer/https://www.facebook.com/MikeReeferOfficial/https://soundcloud.com/mikereefsmenn2018Elianwww.musicandwineradio.com

Episode 142: Music & Wine at Green Bar. Live mix by Elian 02-12-2025 19.02.2025 1t 46min

It turns out, if you build it, they'll come!  This was the 2nd episode at Music & Wine at our friends Jade and Sarada's place Green Bar in Legaspi Village and, since my co-pilot Mark couldn't join me on the decks, I got to pull off another 7-hour set all on my own... and boy my legs are still sore from all the dancing! Thank goodness I got to record the first part of the evening, that we're playing for you good folks today on the podcast.  Look out for deep house and chill afro beats in this 2-hour opening set.  Enjoy!Elianwww.musicandwineradio.com

Episode 141: Kevin & Irene get married - by Elian & Ines 01-18-2025 19.01.2025 2t 18min

So the DJ's DJ Kevin Ruiz gets married to the love of his life Irene Reyes.  For those in our international audience, he is the one who gets some of the credit for bringing New York underground house music from his place of birth, New Jersey, to the Philippines at the tender age of 17, with consequential residencies at clubs like ABG's, 78Orange, Government, Imperial Ice Bar, and others.Who can forget his marathon sets at "Orange" circa 2002 on Saturday nights until 7:30am playing tracks like "Rapture" and "Dark Beat" to a packed dancefloor? I certainly can't.The number of DJs in attendance at this wedding is a testament to this humble man's body of work and the lives he's touched, both personally and professionally, over the last 25+ years.  Spotted in the crowd were Wendell Garcia, Benjo Marquez, Tony Pavia, Sanya Smith, Ornusa Cadness, and Mark Morales.Since this is a exceptional wedding, Inés and I teamed up to put together an extra special set for the couple, one we worked "sleepless nights" to research and compile, taking it on the road to test aspects of it on various audiences over the last few months.  And here's the final product!  Never have we been so proud to be the Principal Sponsors at a wedding!  Wishing Kevin and Irene a wonderful life together, as we continue to witness this unique love story unfold.Elian & Inéswww.musicandwineradio.com

Episode 140: Jazz Underground. Elian. Jan 2025 13.01.2025 1t 16min

Welcome 2025!  The year can't start without a good jazz set.  Let's go!

Episode 139: Music & Wine at Green Bar 12-11-24 Elian & Markus 15.12.2024 5t 1min

"It was one of those nights when it happened, that thing happened, that magic happened... and it was captured on tape.  But it happened, that night." - JazzanovaWe brought "the band" back together for a night at our friends Jade and Sarada's place Green Bar.  Elian & Markus on the decks, Mackey "Mr Marcus" on percussion, Inés working the room, just like the old days.   Looking forward to the next one!facebook.com/musicandwineradiowww.musicandwineradio.com

Episode 138: New York Underground Sessions (Vol 3) mixed by Elian - 2003 08.10.2024 1t 19min

Now we're going back, way back to the days of Sanctuary, Green Planet, Ice Vodka and Temple. Ready to get your dance on? 

Episode 137: Body Mind & Soul. Elian. January 2004 16.09.2024 1t 19min

Another Deep House music throwback!  Enjoy :)

Episode 136: Chill House - Vol 4. Elian. Nov 2004 02.08.2024 1t 15min

It's Throwback Thursday!  Here's a classic mix from the Paseo Uno LOUNGE days, the bi-weekly pool-side party at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Manila.  Crank it up!