Last month's M&W set at Green Bar will be uploaded in a future episode, in order to make way for this month's special "Cali-Jentes West Coast Smooth Jazz" opening set by none other than Markus Jentes, whose birthday we'll be celebrating this upcoming Wednesday July 16.

BACKGROUND -
For those who aren't aware, Markus (a.k.a. Mark Cali-Jentes) and I, Elian, go way way back. We first played together a Bellissima in the Fort Strip where we were introduced by common friend Wendell Garcia in 2003. Mark not only played at but also did the graphic design for the unforgettable Paseo Uno LOUNGE pool party series I organized with the Mandarin Oriental in 2004. Mark and I then teamed up with Martin Wisniewski to help turn M Café into Makati's top nightspot in 2005 with the MyHOUSE weekly parties. 20 years later, Mark and I are back behind the decks once a month at Green Bar with the Music & Wine parties.

As for Inés, she's known Mark as long as I have, maybe even longer, and we're all still the closest of friends today.

Aside from being a great DJ, Mark is today one of the Philippines' most engaging artists. You can find his exquisite paintings exhibited in galleries around Manila or on his website at www.markusjentes.art Having studied the visual arts at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles in the 90s, he fell in love with California's brand of smooth jazz, listening to the likes of Bob James, David Benoit, Lee Ritenour, and David Sanborn, to name a few. This is the vibe that Mark recreates in his set for this week's podcast.

DJ SETS -
Mark and I happen to be performing together this Friday July 11 at the closing party of Chotto Matte in BGC starting at 6pm sharp. So come join us for Happy Hour if you're in the area!

We're also celebrating Mark's birthday this upcoming Wednesday July 16 at M&W Green Bar in Legaspi Village, Makati, starting at 5pm. You DON'T wanna miss that.

And now, 2 hours of California smooth jazz (Mark's opening set) followed by 2 hours of deep house music (my closing set) recorded at Green Bar in April. Enjoy!

Elian & Inés

It's a good thing we pushed the "record" button!

It's another monthly installment of Music & Wine at Green Bar, and the entire extended family appears to have shown up to celebrate my birthday. What a night! I'm joined once again by none other than DJ Mark Cali-jentes on the decks. Inés, Mackey Maguigad, Jade and Sarada Santos are working the room, and they've all collaborated to have trumpet player Ramon Mancio and a wonderful percussionist join us on stage.

I think I've come to the realization that there's nothing quite as fulfilling and heartwarming as playing to a room full of happy friends. Huge thank you to everyone who came out and made the night so special! Love you all <3

Coming up next on June 18, I'm joined by a very special musical guest, all the way from Toronto, Canada, our very dear friend DJ OB ONE. Don't sleep on this one!

I'm telling you, the new tagline for these Music & Wine parties has gotta be, "Walk in knowing no one. Walk out knowing everyone."

And now here's 3 hours of non-stop music, my opening set. Enjoy responsibly ;)

This set was recorded during Holy Week, a holiday in the Philippines when absolutely everything closes. So we invited our friends and their kids to an Easter Egg Hunt, and installed the sound system for the adults. Aside from the music, I made a killer Boeuf Bourguignon served with Basmati Rice, and Inés made a vegan pasta with sun-dried tomatoes.

Needless to say, the afternoon was absolute bliss. And we are proud and fortunate to be able to share some of it here with you, our dear listeners. Sending you all nothing but the most positive vibes!

Elian & Inés

PS - Mark your calendars!! Music & Wine at Green Bar upcoming party on Wednesday May 21 5pm onwards, and we'll be celebrating my birthday! So you know it's gonna be special one <3