Watra Zola panel talk

the first Catch The Wave Talk
  • Tue 18 Feb ’25
    19:30
    studios
    Studio 1 | de Doelen Studio
    past

An evening of knowledge, inspiration and community. Three leading panelists will share their insights on Growing as a Creative in Music and provide valuable tips on how to navigate the creative industry. Expect an in-depth conversation full of experiences, strategies and practical advice to take your career to the next level.

programme

Nathalie Cijntje is a Rotterdam DJ with a passion for music that she inherited from a young age through her parents, from soul and jazz to Caribbean sounds. She developed her own style by endlessly discovering music. With her event STIR IT UP, she brings a relaxed atmosphere and good vibes every month, with hip-hop as a common thread. She also introduced R&B Yoga and as an Event & Experience Management teacher she motivates young adults to take their next step.

Mo Jakob (Richard Nazier) is a Rotterdam-based DJ and curator known for his eclectic style merging jazz, Detroit house and experimental grooves. Since 2013, he has been building a unique sound that reflects city life and underground cultures. From footwork and techno to club sounds, his sets tell stories of resilience and cultural exchange. In addition to DJing, he works as a concept developer and programmer, using art to connect communities and strengthen the cultural scene.

Lua Cheia (Lakisha Denswil) is an emerging Rotterdam-based DJ specializing in afro-electronic sounds, 3-step and SA deep house. Her stage name, inspired by the full moon, symbolizes transformation, energy and mysticism - elements she seamlessly translates into her sets. Over the past year, she has made a powerful mark with her unique sound, performing in venues such as Toffler. In addition to her passion for music, she balances her life as a mother and commercial professional, approaching each challenge with the same rhythm and flow as her beats. LUA CHEIA is the promise of a new wave in the scene - rhythmic, deep and always moving.