Welcome to the website of Baobab Music! Based in the Netherlands, we’re dedicated to promoting global music, supporting international artists, and curating unique events across the country.
Baobab Music
About Us
Since 2013, Baobab Music has been organizing global music events across the Netherlands, with a mission to shake up standard nightlife. We support both local and international artists, helping them find gigs while curating events. Besides this we are hosting a monthly 8hrs show at Open Source Radio in our hometown Nijmegen.
100+
Events organised
We’ve organized over 100 events, bringing global music to audiences across the Netherlands.
250+
Artist Supported
Helping international and local artists secure gigs and expand their reach.
Festivals
Festival Stages
We’ve hosted and curated stages at festivals, with 10+ years global musical experiences.
Open Source Radio
Radio Curatorship
Curating a monthly 8hr show at Open Source Radio (since 2021) in Nijmegen, showcasing global sounds and talks.
El Mágico Baobab:
Bringing Colombian Picó Sound system to Europe
In 2022, we brought the second-ever picó sound system from Colombia to Europe, El Mágico Baobab. Picós are massive, hand-built sound systems that bring the vibrant, tropical rhythms of Caribbean coastal cities of Colombia to life and are unique to this region. Our collaboration with renowned Colombian artist William Gutiérrez Peñaloza (Barranquilla) gives El Mágico Baobab its unique, fluorescent hand-painted design. Experience a rich mix of Latin and African music, powered by this Dutch/Colombian sound system. ¡Aqui suenaaaaaa!
While the picó culture is not ours, we recognize its profound impact and significance. We strive to approach it with respect, mindful of its history and the people it represents. We like to connect with local Colombian organisations and are always open for a dialogue!
Picoteros
Introducing the Picoteros—our international team of DJs who bring the picó sound system to life. Spinning everything from the tropical meridian, sets can include cumbia, vallenato, merenque, salsa, champeta, highlife, afrobeat and rumba. We are not shy either for some reggaeton or amapiano. Together, we create an unforgettable atmosphere, embodying the spirit and power of El Mágico Baobab. Get ready to meet the crew and let’s make the magic happen!
Mango (NL)
vinyl
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Maron Dekkers (Mango) is the founder of Baobab Music, established in 2013, and the initiator behind El Mágico Baobab. With experience performing at big festivals as a dj, supported loads of international acts, organised many events, and helped musicians with gigs around The Netherlands he has a rich resume in global music. His travels through Latin America have deeply influenced his musical journey, serving as a foundation for his passion for tropical sounds and cultural exploration.
DJ Ananas (NL)
vinyl/digital
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Jochem de Wit (DJ Ananas) is the technical mastermind behind El Mágico Baobab. With a background in product design and a passion for sound and parties, he’s spent the last decade refining his craft. His dedication to both the technical and creative sides of music makes him a vital part of the team.
DJ Bossingwa (COL)
vinyl/live/digital
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Hugo González (DJ Bossingwa), born and raised in Cartagena, Colombia, embodies the spirit of Colombia’s picó culture. Since 2015, he has traveled the world as a professional musician and DJ, performing alongside top bands in Afro-Caribbean music. A dedicated music investigator, he tirelessly explores the sounds of the African diaspora in Colombia, bringing his rich cultural heritage to every set he plays.
El Javier_B (VE)
vinyl/live
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Javier Bohorquez (El Javier_B) After years of experimenting with his band Lola’s Dice, along with a passion for vinyl, he embarked on an extensive journey to explore rhythms and sounds from around the globe. Hailing from Maracaibo, Venezuela, his spirit is deeply connected to the vibrant tropical beats of the Caribbean and the enchanting sounds of Africa. El Javier_B is a creative force, dedicated to crafting eclectic mixes that ignite energy and groove on the dance floor.
MF Andrade (CPV/NL)
vinyl
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Michel Andrade (MF Andrade) is a Rotterdam based artist with Cape Verdian roots. He spreads his tentacles to multiple corners of art forms. He started with painting and with this he developed his own style in a new discipline. During his life he moved from painting to playing records and back. At this day MF Andrade finds himself swimming in a pile of black gold after collecting records for a long time. His sets go from dusty African tribe- like sounds to pumping Funaná and chill out coladeira with steps to Brasil. This is all blended into a mix with other heavy vibes from all over the world.
Ramos (CR/UK)
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Nicholas Hawkins Ramos (Ramos) an dj deeply inspired by his Latin American roots in Costa Rica and the electronic influences he discovered in the UK, has been curating his collection and refining his sound from an early age. A longtime family member of Baobab, Ramos is celebrated for his sunny sets that always bring a ray of positivity to the dance floor.
Conjunto Media Luna (COL)
DJ set
(summer 2025)
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Iván Medellín (Conjunto Media Luna) is a Colombian musician, accordionist, and producer best known for founding Conjunto Media Luna. Based in Bogotá Colombia, his DJ set bridges traditional Colombian folk music, particularly the accordion-driven styles of the Montes de María region, with modern experimental sounds such as synthesizers, samplers, and drum machines from other aesthetics, such as cumbia rebajada and low rider cumbia. Conjunto Media Luna Dj Set also draws on influences from Afro-Caribbean rhythms while incorporating elements of rock, techno, and avant-garde aesthetics.
La Pinche Tefi (COL)
DJ set
(summer 2025)
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Stephanie Ascanio (la Pinche Tefi) With a special 45 rpm vinyl selection that focuses on seriously danceable rhythms from around the world, La Pinche Tefi would transport the audience to a typical underground party in the tropical-but-dusk city of Bogotá, Colombia. Their set is a nonstop groove of, new and old, hidden pearls that can go from mysterious afro-grooves to acid cumbias and latin soul or merengue.
Representing one of the psychedelic capitals of Latin America, this explosive set to give your hips and feet the time of their lives.
Barzo (CR)
Digital
(summer 2025)
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Bartosz Brenes (Barzo) is a Costa Rican DJ and producer with a career spanning over a decade of releases and live performances. From his early days as a DJ to his most recent productions, he has demonstrated great skill for mixing different musical styles with ease and flow. Barzo has produced official remixes for Janelle Monáe, Erykah Badu, Boy George, A-Trak & Dillon Francis, among many others. Barzo has performed in over 20 countries throughout America, Europe & Asia, sharing the stage with artists such as Justin Bieber, J Balvin, Juanes, Calvin Harris, Tiesto, Diplo, Skrillex and more. Barzo is head of latin alternative music label Lácteo Cósmico and has collaborated with Nickodemus, Pahua, Debi Nova, La Dame Blanche, Soy Emilia, Claridad, Rulo, El Individuo and Gary Nesta Pine.
Bãs Laitir (NL)
vinyl/digital
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Bas Leferink (Bãs Laitir) means business when it comes to salsa, soukous, cumbia, vallenato, montunos, zouk, gouyad, kwaito, and everything in between. He travels to Latin America and Africa several times a month, taking deep dives into stacks upon stacks of records and bringing back suitcases full of music. With one of the most versatile Latin/Caribbean music collections in the country, his fusing of sounds will always be able to surprise you.
Bookings and info
Get in touch with us! Whether you have questions, want to collaborate, or need more information about our events and projects. We’re ready to talk and here to bring the music and energy of Baobab to more places—let’s connect!
General Info:
Maron Dekkers
Nijmegen (NL)
maron@baobabmusic.nl
