Released August 2nd, 2025, David Ramano’s ‘The Light I Hold’ marks the debut of Omkara, his fresh label dedicated to Afro and Melodic House. Hailing from London and now based in Dubai, Ramano cut his teeth in the 1990s pirate radio hustle before taking his sound worldwide, think gigs in Spain, Canada, and beyond. His tracks have been turning heads, with ‘Fall’ racking up over 250,000 streams and landing on Spotify’s Afro House playlists. His album The Journey of Love climbed to number two on Switzerland’s iTunes Dance Albums chart. He’s also caught the attention of big names like Artbat, Don Diablo, and Cosmic Gate, who dig his powerful, soulful sound.
‘The Light I Hold’ locks in with a crisp mix of Afro-percussive drive and melodic resonance, layering emotional tension over a groove that doesn’t quit. It’s a seamless mash-up of house’s raw edge, techno’s structure, and global rhythms and it’s proof that Ramano’s fusion is pulling Afro and Melodic House into broader playlists and dancefloors alike.
Omkara steps up as a space for innovation, pairing established acts with new talent to reshape the genre. David Ramano revealed: “Omkara aims to be a catalyst for immersive musical experiences, ranging from curated events to cross-genre collaborations that transcend borders. The label champions originality and authenticity, poised to elevate Afro House and related styles to new artistic and cultural heights.”
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