Mixmag: How does your collective aim to create a more inclusive and equitable environment within the electronic music scene?
De Reünie: “We do this by implementing a strong tool- kit. This includes having an awareness team connected to security, a contact number for immediate assistance, and a robust door policy. These measures try to ensure that everyone feels safe, respected, and included at our events.”
Mixmag: Could you share a recent experience or initiative from your collective that you’re particularly proud of?
De Reünie: “Our highlight is definitely WHOLE festival last year but we did so much beautiful parties in Amsterdam as well.”
Mixmag: What are your hopes for the future of the under- ground queer music scene?
De Reünie: “We envision a scene where good music, res- pectful behavior, education, and a deeper understanding of the community are prioritized. Events like WHOLE Fes- tival can contribute to this vision by highlighting diverse artists, fostering inclusive environments, and providing platforms for education and dialogue.”
MAMBA NEGRA (SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL)
Hailing from São Paulo, Mamba Negra stands as a for- midable voice in Brazil’s underground electronic scene. More than a collective, Mamba Negra blends raw musical energy and culture with potent social activism. Their events are resistant acts intended to celebrate the diversity of Brazil’s LGBTQ+, Black, and marginalized communities. At WHOLE, Mamba Negra brings the unapologetic energy of Latin American queer culture - a vibrant showcase of Afro-Brazilian rhythms, avant-garde performance, and revolutionary spirit.
Alírio: “We are Mamba Negra, straight from the raw and vibrant heart of São Paulo’s underground. Expect nothing less than an explosive blend of Latin electronic beats, in- cluding the infectious energy of funk, wild experimental rhythms, and mind-blowing visuals. When you step into a Mamba Negra experience, the dance floor transforms into a playground of radical self-expression and collective eu- phoria.”
Alma Negrot: “I see Mamba Negra as a baroque movement fueled by diverse talents capable of evoking a wide range of emotions in the audience. Our identity is dynamic, ne- ver static—like a snake, we are always in motion, honoring our history while seeking what the new has to offer. As a performer, I frequently find myself crafting atmosphe- res for the audience with innovative DJs and musicians, and I find that process amazing. Often, the ‘new’ emerges through the magic of unexpected encounters.”
Mixmag: What does the ‘United Queer’ ethos of WHOLE Festival mean to your collective?
Alma Negrot: “Mamba Negra is both a collective and a party, deeply committed to fostering diversity primarily among black individuals, queer
women. Our focus is to provide a welcoming space for these groups. Our party celebrates diversity and show- cases various cultural expressions, aiming to empower cultural producers in Brazil without prioritizing commercial interests. It’s more than just entertainment; our presence is a political statement given the current landscape.”
Mixmag: Could you share a recent experience or initiative from your collective that you’re particularly proud of?
Cashu: “Beginning of the year we decided to do an insta- gram post showing and open our numbers to the commu- nity, because of the recent and constant reclaims about
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