Yemi Abiade

London

Contributing Editor at Freelance

Contributing Editor at Trench

Writer and Producer at Rhymes Like Dimes Podcast

writer | podder + producer @rhymesdimespod | editorial @mixcloud | contributing editor @trenchmag

Articles

World Music Day 2025: Guedra Guedra’s Eclectic Fusion of Ancestral Rhythms and Modern Dance Music - Mixcloud Blog

1 week ago | mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

To celebrate World Music Day, we’re spotlighting artists and DJs who are bridging musical generations, recentering forgotten sounds on the dancefloor, and reshaping how we hear the world. Those taking the sounds of the past and bringing them to the present and future through the lens of modern dance music. World Music Day continues to teach us that while music is being brought forward in new and imaginative ways, an appreciation of music’s past is ever present.
Pride Month 2025: Marwan Kaabour And Takweer Are Reclaiming Queer Arab History Through Art and Literature

1 week ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

Queerness traces all walks of life, landing at intersections of culture, nationality and ethnicity. Wherever you’re from in the world, you carry a unique slice of these signposts of identity and bring them forward to your community. Marwan Kaabour represents this notion to the fullest. The London-based artist, author and designer explores and celebrates queer narratives in Arab history and popular culture via Takweer, a platform he founded in 2019.
Pride Month 2025: DJs Pareja Are Shaping House Music For South America’s Queer Communities

1 week ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

Happy Pride Month! LGBTQIA+ communities are inextricably linked to all forward-moving aspects of modern music and culture. From House taking shape in safe havens like The Warehouse to trailblazers like Honey Dijon and Big Freedia, the world has moved to the beat of these communities.
From Radio Waves to DJ Booths: The Inspiring Journey Of Oroko Radio’s Kikelomo

2 weeks ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

Kikelomo is a music nerd at heart. Our conversation takes several scenic routes as matters such as UK Funky being the perfect genre (a bold claim!) and the merits of Bunyon find their way into the forefront. But with these, the DJ, radio host and station founder reveals her deep passion. Music was preordained for Kikelomo, and though she initially took a traditional route as a classical singer, radio would become the medium through which her journey would be powered.
We’re Throwing A Party at Planet Wax In London And You’re Invited

3 weeks ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

Are you in London on Thursday 19th June? Mixcloud is hosting a free party alongside Planet Wax at their store in South London. We’ll be bringing a selection of in-house DJs including Ar, Bassdrive’s Ben XO, Lyra and The Face Radio’s The London Hippy alongside Planet Wax resident Sali for an evening of great tunes. Everything from Drum & Bass and Afrohouse to Trap and Broken Beat will be on show as we party from 6pm-midnight.
8 Live DJ Sets From The Best Music Festivals Around the World

1 month ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

It’s that time of the year where you dust down your shorts, skirts and wellies for the festival season. Whether you’re travelling far or staying closer to home, there’s so much range in modern day festivals that you’re always spoilt for choice. That’s exactly how we felt as we looked for some of our favourite sets from years gone by. Scroll down for some belting music from some incredible festivals. New York-based DJ producer duo Musclecars (Brandon Weems and Craig Handfield) are risk takers.
How My Analog Journal Built a Worldwide Vinyl Culture Movement

1 month ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

My Analog Journal (MAJ) is unique in every sense of the word. What began as a personal exploration of vinyl records has blossomed into a global community celebrating analog music. Blending deep musical research with stunning visuals – which have now become a staple in music circles – the platform curates unique sets from DJs around the world, shining a light on underrepresented sounds and building meaningful connections through the power of music.
Crossfader Launches New Course For Mixcloud DJs

1 month ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

As part of our ongoing partnership with Crossfader, the DJ platform has revealed its brand new course dedicated to DJs on Mixcloud. Available now, the free 10-module course is packed with bite-sized lessons aimed to help you work on your skills. Whether you’re a beginner DJ or have been a regular uploader to Mixcloud, you’ll learn a number of mixing techniques, music management and tips on how to build your own unique sound.
Rotterdam’s Operator Radio Is Amplifying Local Talent and Global Sounds

1 month ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

Born in 2017, Operator Radio exists to champion music communities through radio shows, live performances, club nights and festivals which touch on everything from music and sports to science. The joy of the radio station and creative platform lies in its unpredictable nature. Anything can and will happen. Whether its two hours of jittery Techno or a party packed with vibes, Operator is the glue that binds many scenes in Rotterdam together.
Why Mixcloud Doesn't Train AI Models On Your Music

1 month ago | blog.mixcloud.com | Yemi Abiade

AI is a hot topic these days, and many Mixclouders have asked where we stand on it. We believe creators should be respected for their efforts in making music, DJ mixes, radio shows and podcasts. Because of this strongly held belief, we do not use your music totrain generative AI models. We believe that music connects us as humans. We celebrate the personal elements of creation and curation.