5 Questions with Malik Mustache: the Brazilian duo rewriting the rulebook

Hailing from Campinas, São Paulo, Malik Mustache has cemented itself as a force to be reckoned with in the global electronic music scene. Comprised of Marcio Neto and Alexander Antoine, the duo has consistently pushed boundaries with a sound that blends the pulse of Brazilian underground grooves with international club energy.

With career-defining releases on Sony, Universal, and Café De Anatolia, as well as festival-smashing sets at Tribe, Universo Paralello, Só Track Boa, and Electric Zoo, Malik Mustache has transformed into a powerhouse of infectious beats, genre-defying productions, and relentless dancefloor energy.

Their latest sonic journey, ‘Ungubani’, marks a new milestone, as they step into Bedouin’s esteemed Human By Default imprint for a hypnotic collaboration with Mozambican DJ/producer Wilson Timba and South African vocalist GuguPash. The track is a fusion of Afro-Latin rhythms, deep basslines, and intoxicating vocal layers—bringing together two continents through a shared love of percussive, immersive house music. This isn’t just another club cut; it’s a statement of artistic evolution.

Beyond their productions, Malik Mustache’s live presence is unmatched. Whether it’s commanding massive festival crowds or turning legendary clubs like Sound Nightclub (LA), E11EVEN (Miami), and Temple (San Francisco) into sweat-soaked dance floors, the duo knows how to keep the energy electric. Their music has earned support from some of the biggest names in the industry, including Martin Garrix, Kaskade, Claude VonStroke, and Vintage Culture, further proving their place among electronic music’s elite.

With ‘Ungubani,’ Malik Mustache continues to redefine the global club sound, bridging their Brazilian roots with deep, tribal influences. As they gear up for another landmark year, the duo is proving—once again—that their music knows no borders.

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From Campinas to the world—how has your journey evolved from rocking Brazilian festivals like Universo Paralello and Só Track Boa to now landing on Bedouin’s prestigious Human By Default label with ‘Ungubani’?

Our journey has been a wild ride! We started out playing local parties in Brazil, hustling to get our sound heard. Festivals like Universo Paralello and Só Track Boa were huge milestones for us—they gave us the exposure and experience to connect with a larger audience.

Over the years, we refined our sound, blending deep grooves with that raw energy we love. Landing on Human By Default with Ungubani is another huge step. It’s a label we admire for its artistic vision, and being part of their roster feels like validation that our sound resonates on a global scale.

Your collaboration with Wilson Timba and GuguPash bridges Brazilian and African electronic music cultures. How did this fusion come together, and what was the vision behind ‘Ungubani’?

We’ve always been fascinated by the deep, organic rhythms of African music. The connection between Brazilian and African musical roots runs deep, and we wanted to bring that into our electronic sound.

Wilson Timba and GuguPash brought authentic African soul to Ungubani—it was all about capturing that spiritual, tribal energy. Our vision was to create something timeless, a track that felt like a ritual on the dancefloor, where people could connect beyond borders through rhythm and groove.

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You’ve earned major label releases with Sony and Universal while keeping your ground credibility intact. How do you balance mainstream appeal with staying true to the raw energy of your Mustache Crew label and party series? It’s all about balance.

We love working with major labels like Sony and Universal because they help push our music to a wider audience. But at the same time, we never compromise our core sound or our underground roots. Mustache Crew is where we experiment, where we keep things raw and real.

It’s a platform for artists like us who want to push boundaries while staying true to the dancefloor energy. Whether we’re dropping tracks on a big label or through our own imprint, the goal is always the same—make people dance and feel something real.

Having played across Latin America and North America in legendary venues like Sound Nightclub and E11EVEN, how do you adapt your sound to different audiences while keeping the signature Malik Mustache groove?

Every city has its own vibe, its own energy. When we play in São Paulo, it’s all about high-energy, bass-heavy grooves. In Miami, people love a mix of deep and sexy house. At Sound Nightclub in LA, the crowd appreciates deeper, more hypnotic vibes.

The key is reading the room while keeping our signature groove intact. We always bring that Malik Mustache bounce, but we adapt it to the moment, making sure the crowd stays locked in from start to finish.

With heavyweights like Martin Garrix, Kaskade, and Vintage Culture supporting your tracks, what do you think defines the Malik Mustache sound, and what can we expect next from you guys?

Our sound is all about groove, energy, and storytelling.

We love creating tracks that take people on a journey, blending elements from house, tech, and even Afro-influences like in Ungubani.

The support from legends like Martin Garrix, Kaskade, and Vintage Culture means a lot—it shows that our music speaks to both the underground and the mainstream.

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More fire! We’ve got exciting collaborations lined up, some fresh Mustache Crew releases, and we’re hitting the studio hard to push our sound even further. Expect big grooves, heavy basslines, and that signature Mustache vibe—we’re just getting started!

Right now, we’re in the middle of our European tour, playing in some of the most legendary clubs and festivals across the continent. The energy has been unreal, and it’s incredible to see how our music connects with different crowds.

From London to Barcelona, Milao to Dublin, Malta to Porto we’re bringing that Mustache groove worldwide. And trust us—this is just the beginning!

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