DJ Billy Archester has always been more than just a familiar name behind the decks. He’s a shapeshifter, a cultural digger, someone who knows how to weave the history of dance music into every set. After years playing bass and making deep house with real cultural depth, Archester is charting a new course for himself, aiming to get even more involved in shaping the scene he loves.
His latest chapter centers on a track called “Mama Africa’s House.” This isn’t simply another release; it feels like a pilgrimage set to rhythm, packed with intention. The song draws on Afro-house influences, but at its core, it’s about connection—deep, personal, and emotional. There’s a warmth that runs through the percussion and melodies, like the memory of sun on your skin or the sound of laughter in a crowded market. The music brings up images of home, ancestry, and that special hospitality you find in so many African communities.
For Archester, this track is a return to his roots. House music has always been shaped by Black and African diasporic communities, and “Mama Africa’s House” honors that legacy. You hear it in the rhythms, in the way the song invites people in, and in the feeling that music is something sacred—something we’re lucky to experience together.
This single kicks off a series of releases planned for 2025. Archester’s upcoming EP will keep exploring these themes, blending rhythm, melody, and movement in a way that highlights the cultural richness of house music. He’s no stranger to the scene, having spent years under different aliases and drawing from Chicago and East Coast house traditions. This new work isn’t about nostalgia or retracing old steps; it’s about reimagining what it means to truly come home to your sound.
“Mama Africa’s House” is available now on Bandcamp and other platforms. Buying it helps support the next phase of Archester’s journey.
If you’re ready for music that speaks to your roots as much as your feet, this is the place to start. Let yourself tune in—heart and soul.
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