Aytiwan

From Belgium to some of the most iconic dancefloors in the world, Aytiwan has become one of the names to watch in Afro House. Producer, DJ, label head and radio host, he has built a remarkable profile in just three years, earning the trust of the genre's biggest artists while staying true to his own sound. Rooted in Afro House and Afro Tech, his music blends energy and emotion with a strong identity and undeniable dancefloor power.

Few artists have been heard as often in Black Coffee's sets this year. Since July, Aytiwan's edit of Ilario Alicante's classic 'Vacaciones En Chile' has become one of the South African legend's signature moments, travelling from the Roman arena of Pula in Croatia to Buda Castle in Budapest, the Royal Palace in Brussels, the Petra Theatre in Athens and Fort Manoel in Malta, as well as Hï Ibiza, Circoloco at DC10, Space Riccione, Zamna Madrid, Pacha New York and a crowd of more than 30,000 in Lisbon. Liva K has picked it up too, playing it at Cavo Paradiso in Mykonos, and requests for the track keep pouring in from DJs and fans alike.

Black Coffee's support goes well beyond the edit. 'Mwezi' was added to his official Spotify playlist and climbed to #8 in Beatport's Afro House Top 100, while 'Maombi' entered his Track IDs playlist at number two. Further support from the likes of Shimza, Francis Mercier and MoBlack confirms a profile that keeps growing. On stage, Aytiwan has headlined Eden Ibiza and played Tomorrowland, and every month he brings his sound to Belgian national radio with his Afro House show on Tipik (RTBF).

Sonically, Aytiwan's approach is rooted in deep grooves, emotive nuance and rhythmically charged soundscapes. Shaped by first-hand experience of the dancefloor, his music is made to land in clubs and at festivals while still holding its impact in more intimate listening moments. Recent releases like 'Mwezi' and 'Maombi', the latter on Sondela, deliver immersive journeys through driving beats, rich melodic layers and intricate percussive textures. A frequent collaborator, he uses each release to add a new dimension while keeping the signature thread of his sound.

Beyond his own music, Aytiwan runs Afrosteria, the Brussels-based label and event series he founded as a platform for Afro House and Afro Tech talent from around the world. With more than 90 releases to date and regular club nights in Brussels, Afrosteria reflects a commitment that goes far beyond his personal projects, opening doors for undiscovered artists alongside established names.

Next up is 'The Calling', out on Afrosteria on 20 November, with more releases and dates to follow. Driven by passion and a clear artistic vision, Aytiwan is just getting started, so follow him across social media to keep up with his next steps.