The Living Sounds & DJ Richio @ The Magic Garden
January 3, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - January 4, 2026 @ 2:00 am
🌟 🍁 Formed over two decades ago by the visionary musician Derane Obika, affectionately known as Mr. D L Sounds, Living Sounds has emerged as a powerhouse in the world of music, seamlessly blending Afro, Funk, Gospel, Jazz, Soul, and Rock into a mesmerizing sonic tapestry. 🍁 🌟
🌼 🌳 At the core of Living Sounds is a quartet of extraordinary talent. Derane Obika leads the ensemble with his soulful vocals and masterful songwriting, drawing inspiration from his roots in Gospel music, where he honed his craft singing in his parents’ church. Gianluca Chiarella lends his expertise on guitar, infusing each composition with rich melodies and electrifying solos. Francesco Mendolia com- mands the rhythm section with his dynamic drumming, while Kofi Emanuel lays down the foundation on bass, locking in the groove with precision and finesse. 🌳 🌼
🎧 👾 DJ Richio Suzuki has spent almost 40 years spinnin’ in bars, pubs, clubs, weekenders, festivals, private parties & events . His DJ eclectic sets can be a blend of Soul, Funk, Disco Jazz, Rare Groove, House, Northern Soul, old skool Hip hop, Reggae, Ska and eclectic Balearic grooves & cool pop. Richio has literally been there and done that, from celebrity and fashion parties to hosting his own room at Ministry of Sound in the 90’s & at Southport weekenderHis DJ travels all over the world. 👾 🎧