ABOUT SPIRIT

SPIRIT is a cultural platform rooted in house music.

Built by Mike Risk & Merah, it brings together music, conversation, and community, both online and in real life.

Through events and interviews, SPIRIT highlights the people who shaped the culture and those who continue to move it forward.

For those who feel it.

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MIKE RISK

Merah

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With ground-breaking concepts like Club Risk, Amsterdam house music pioneer Mike Risk helped introduce The Netherlands to many House music legends. Today, he is entering a new chapter with his forthcoming album Now Is Forever, featuring collaborations and remixes with artists including Mike Dunn and DJ Deep.

He is an established and skilled DJ, performing all over the world at legendary festivals and clubs such as Southport Weekender, Chosen Few Picnic, Cielo, Amsterdam Dance Event, and Ministry of Sound in London. In Singapore, he currently holds residencies at CÉ LA VI Singapore, The Champagnery, Red Room, and +Twelve.

His deep, uplifting & energetic DJ sets are recognised by house music lovers worldwide — blending upfront New York & Chicago house, deep house, soulful grooves & disco. Every set is a journey through more than 30 years of house music culture.

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merah

Rooted in the second summer of love and shaped by the rise of house in The Netherlands, Merah’s sound reflects decades of dance floor culture. 

His sets move between soulful, deep house and progressive, melodic house, guided by flow, emotion, and long-form musical storytelling.

Growing up as house music emerged through Dutch clubs and underground parties, and later evolving through the country’s influential trance era, he developed an appreciation for progression, emotional pacing, and atmosphere. These foundations continue to shape his sound today. 

He currently holds residencies at CÉ LA VI Singapore & The Champagnery in Singapore

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