Berlin Connect: R&B Afterwork with I Got Work In The Morning

Photo: © Kimani Schumann

On 20 March, we’re bringing the Brooklyn vibe to Berlin with I Got Work in the Morning - an afterwork R&B community. Are you an R&B lover? Get ready to groove, mingle and connect with new people through music. The night’s host, NanaBcool, is an R&B and soul artist, curating smooth tunes that set the mood for a laid-back afterwork unwind. He is joined by DJ/producer Helina and an afrofuturistic DJ with Congolese roots, malengo.

Berlin Connect brings together diverse communities across the city, creating a space for people to meet, network and engage through curated social events.

MEET THE HOST

NanaBcool

NanaBcool is an R&B and soul artist known for his smooth vocals and genre-blending sound. His music seamlessly fuses traditional R&B elements with modern influences, creating a distinctive style that resonates with diverse audiences. His latest projects, Good Luck Vol. 1 and the EP Birds (Long Distance), mark an exciting new chapter in his career as he embarks on a creative journey in Berlin. Beyond his work as a singer-songwriter, NanaBcool brings his rich musical knowledge to the DJ booth, making his groovy sets a perfect backdrop for an afterwork cocktail.

Photo: NanaBcool © Kimani Schumann

THIS WEEK’S DJs

Helina

Helina is a DJ and producer who describes her sound as “everything danceable.” With a talent for transcending genre boundaries, she crafts unique musical experiences that invite audiences to move and connect.

Photo: Helina © Laura Loughridge

malengo

malengo is a Berlin-based DJ and producer blending bass-driven electronic beats with rich African soundscapes. His sets fuse pulsating rhythms with soulful vibes, creating immersive, transcendent experiences on the dancefloor.

Photo: malengo © Nicola Kosovich