I’ve been hooked on the DJ-Kicks series for a while now, and I have to say, the latest installment by DJ BORING really hit the spot. It’s the kind of mix that reminds you why !K7’s brainchild is such a legendary series—each edition feels like a masterclass in curation. Seriously, you could get a PhD in the evolution of electronic music just by diving into these compilations. (I know I’m still waiting for my diploma, guess it got lost in the mail…) So, when I heard the next one was going to be curated by none other than Honey Dijon, I knew we were in for something special.

I first discovered Honey Dijon through her jaw-dropping mixes on YouTube, like that unforgettable Boiler Room set at Sugar Mountain, one of the most popular on the channel. She’s one of those DJs who doesn’t just move a crowd; she crafts a narrative with every track she plays. Her passion for house music is almost tangible, and it’s no wonder she’s become one of the most respected names in the industry. But no matter how big she gets, at her core, she’s still that Chicago kid who fell head over heels for DJing at those early house parties.

This DJ-Kicks mix promises to be a true testament to Honey’s encyclopedic knowledge of house music. She’s always had a knack for digging deep into the crates, unearthing forgotten gems that you didn’t even know existed. This compilation is no exception. With tracks from Blackjoy, Art of Tones, Shaboom, and Kiko Navarro, this isn’t just some random playlist cobbled together by a label intern—it’s a curated journey through the sounds and scenes that have shaped Honey’s illustrious career.

“The dancefloor to me is a sacred space. I feel like I’m a facilitator of spirit through sound. Dancefloors are healing spaces, they’re sexual spaces, they’re joyful spaces, they’re liberating spaces. They’re places for people to discover who they are, they’re places to leave behind your worries, they’re places to celebrate with your friends, to dance, to get laid, to have fun. The dancefloor is a reflection of life and I take it very seriously.”

— Honey Dijon

The mix is a global trek through house music’s rich history. You’ve got everything from the gritty Chicago vibes of Dance Mania’s Dance Kings to the soulful, underground sounds of Maydie Myles’ debut single ‘Keep On Luvin’ out of Connecticut. And, of course, there’s a nod to the Parisian and London scenes with contributions from Blackjoy, Art Of Tones, and Sir Lord Comixx.

One of the highlights of any DJ-Kicks album is the original material from the curator, and this edition doesn’t disappoint. Honey Dijon’s original track, “Finding My Way,” featuring Ben Westbeech, is sure to be a standout.

When Honey talks about putting this mix together, you can feel how deeply connected she is to the music. She said, “I’m a huge fan of research. So putting this compilation together was basically going into my dancefloor experience and finding gems I wanted to present to people that they may not have been familiar with or that they didn’t even know existed.” And that’s what makes Honey so special—she’s not just spinning tracks; she’s telling a story with every beat.

With this DJ-Kicks release, Honey Dijon joins a seriously impressive lineup of selectors who’ve contributed to the series—think DJ Koze, Four Tet, Maya Jane Coles, and Peggy Gou, just to name a few. But knowing Honey, this mix is going to stand out as something truly exceptional.

Mark your calendars for October 18th. Whether you’re gearing up for a night out, cruising through the city, or just chilling at home, Honey Dijon’s DJ-Kicks mix is set to be the perfect soundtrack.

Honey Dijon DJ-Kicks mix is out October 18th. Check out the tracklist below.

Continuous Mix/CD Tracklist
01 - Honey Dijon - Intro
02 - Chestnut - Pot Of Gold
03 - Charly Brown - Freaked Out
04 - Stereo MC's - Good Feeling (Mr. G’s Turn On Dub)
05 - Johnny Dangerous - Dear Father In Heaven (Mr. Marvin House Of Dreams Mix)
06 - Psychedelic Research Lab - Keep On Climbin’ (Mix 2)
07 - Blow Out Express - You’re Mine (Sound Factory Bar Mix)
08 - The Dance Kings - Climb The Walls
09 - Buika x Kiko Navarro - Mama Calling (Tedd Patterson Remix)
10 - Cassio The Cassmaster - Getting Hot (Broad Market Street Mix)
11 - Maydie Myles - Keep On Luvin (West Tribe Beats)
12 - Michi Lange - Brothers And Sisters (Radio Mix)
13 - Shaboom - Bessie
14 - D:Ream - U R The Best Thing (Def Club Mix)
15 - Sir Lord Comixx - Soul House
16 - Honey Dijon - Finding My Way (DJ-Kicks) ft. Ben Westbeech
17 - Art Of Tones - Praise
18 - Waajeed - Right Now
19 - Black Joy - Untitled (Solid Groove Remix)

LP Tracklist
A1 Honey Dijon - Finding My Way (DJ-Kicks) ft. Ben Westbeech
A2 Buika x Kiko Navarro - Mama Calling (Tedd Patterson Remix)
A3 Shaboom - Bessie
B1 D:Ream - U R The Best Thing (Def Club Mix)
B2 Stereo MC’s - Good Feeling (Mr G’s Turn On Dub)
B3 Black Joy - Untitled (Solid Groove Remix)
C1 Scott Richmond & John Selway present Psychedelic Research Lab - Keep On Climbin’ (Mix 2)
C2 Charly Brown - Freaked Out
D1 Maydie Myles - Keep On Luvin’ (West Tribe Beats)
D2 Johnny Dangerous - Dear Father In Heaven (Mr. Marvin’s House of Dreams Mix)