Hot Picks: Two Names Shares 10 Records Soundtracking His Afro House Journey
- Undrtone Blog
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Greek DJ and producer Two Names has spent more than a decade building a reputation across the country's club circuit, from residencies in Thessaloniki to appearances at venues including Cavo Paradiso Mykonos, Yalos Santorini and Piccadilly S3V. Now making his debut on connected with the afro house-driven ‘Manoukaki’, he continues to refine a sound rooted in groove, melody and dancefloor connection.
Sitting between afro house and melodic house, ‘Manoukaki’ showcases the warm basslines, atmospheric vocals and evolving percussion that have become central to his productions. Ahead of the release, we asked Two Names to share some of the records currently inspiring his DJ sets and musical direction.
From timeless house classics to modern afro house weapons, these are the tracks helping shape the journey.
Aüra & Lexa Hill – Anikana-O
“Whenever I want to inject some feel-good energy into the room, this record never fails. It's got that irresistible groove that gets people moving and smiling, while still leaving plenty of space to build towards the tougher side of my sound later in the set.”
JUNO (DE) & Samm (BE) – Muralli
“This record has been a regular feature in my main set lately. The groove is tight, driving, and full of energy, making it one of those tracks that instantly locks the dancefloor in and keeps the momentum building.”
Nina Simone – Four Women (DESIREE Remix)
“I love using this one during the early stages of a set. It's deep, classy, and effortlessly groovy, helping to establish the mood and guide the crowd into the journey without giving everything away too soon.”
Junior Pappa – Twenty Two
“When the room is fully connected and it's time to raise the pressure, this is one of the records I trust the most. It has that perfect combination of drive, tension and groove that can completely transform the atmosphere on the dancefloor.”
Elias Kazais – Golden Glow
“I love the piano elements in this track. They give it a timeless house feel while still sounding fresh in a modern set. It’s perfect for lifting the mood and keeping the groove flowing naturally.”
Dennis Ferrer & Jerome Sydenham – Sandcastles
“This is one of those timeless records that always finds its way back into my sets. It carries a special energy that connects generations on the dancefloor, reminding me why I fell in love with this sound in the first place.”
Raz Alon – Mon Amour
“This is the moment in the set where things start to get more serious. The groove is deeper and more focused, setting a tighter, more intense mood on the dancefloor while still keeping that forward momentum.”
Martim Rola & Misha – On Business
“This is one of those hands-in-the-air moments that always hits right. The energy is uplifting and direct, creating that instant reaction on the dancefloor where everyone lets go.”
Milk & Sugar feat. John Paul Young – Love Is In The Air
“This is another classic I always come back to when I want to bring emotion into the set. It creates a beautiful atmosphere on the dancefloor, where everything feels more intimate and driven by pure feeling.”
Dave Anthony – I Don't Know Why (Manoo Remix)
“This is one of those records that brings a real emotional connection to the dancefloor. When it drops, you can feel the love in the room. It creates a special moment where everyone is locked in together.”
With ‘Manoukaki’, Two Names continues to build on the melodic and afro house foundations reflected throughout this playlist. Whether drawing inspiration from classic house records or contemporary groove-led productions, the common thread running through these selections is connection, atmosphere and the ability to create memorable moments on the dancefloor.
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