Soir RecordsFeel-good from the first beat: DJ Tamiko breaks through with “Feel Alive”
At just 18, DJ Tamiko writes warm, melodic, feel-good dance music in the tradition of Avicii and Kygo. He made his name with “Feel Alive” on Soir Records.
- Artist
- DJ Tamiko
- Real name
- Tamir Shalmyev
- Age
- 18
- Genres
- Tropical house · Deep house · Afro house · Chill house
- Influences
- Galantis, Jonas Blue, Duke Dumont, Avicii, Kygo
- Breakthrough single
- “Feel Alive”
DJ Tamiko is a talented young producer with a simple mission: to make people feel good. Born Tamir Shalmyev, the 18-year-old writes warm, melodic dance music across tropical house, deep house, Afro house and chill house, and he made his name with “Feel Alive”, released on Soir Records.
This guide covers everything about DJ Tamiko: who he is, the artists who shaped him, the story behind “Feel Alive” and where to listen.
Who is DJ Tamiko?
DJ Tamiko is the artist name of Tamir Shalmyev, an 18-year-old producer of tropical, deep, Afro and chill house. At an age when many producers are still finding their sound, he already has a clear identity: bright melodies, sunny chords and grooves that make you want to move, whether you are on a beach, in a car with the windows down or at a summer party.
Influences: Avicii, Kygo, Galantis, Jonas Blue, Duke Dumont
DJ Tamiko’s sound has been shaped by some of the most beloved names in melodic dance music: Galantis, Jonas Blue, Duke Dumont, Avicii and Kygo. You can hear that lineage in his music: the euphoric, song-first approach of Avicii, the relaxed tropical warmth of Kygo, the colourful energy of Galantis, the radio-ready hooks of Jonas Blue and the clean house grooves of Duke Dumont.
The DJ Tamiko sound
Warm, melodic and feel-good: those three words sum up a DJ Tamiko production. He is not interested in darkness or aggression. His records are built to lift the mood, with melodies you can hum and grooves that sit comfortably between tropical house and deep house.
“Feel Alive”: the single that made his name
“Feel Alive” by DJ Tamiko is the record that launched him. True to its title, it is a celebration of energy and optimism, the kind of song that turns an ordinary afternoon into a summer memory. Released on Soir Records, it introduced DJ Tamiko to listeners around the world.
Listen to “Feel Alive”
“Feel Alive” is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tidal and all major platforms. You can play it directly on this page.
Tropical house: the sound of summer
Tropical house rose to global popularity in the mid-2010s, led by artists such as Kygo, whose remixes and originals brought marimbas, steel drums, pan flutes and relaxed tempos into mainstream dance music. It is house music made for sunshine: softer than festival EDM, more melodic than club house and instantly uplifting. Since then the genre has blended with deep house, Afro house and chill house, creating the warm, feel-good sound that dominates beach bars, summer playlists and lifestyle content today. DJ Tamiko is part of the new generation carrying that tradition forward.
Chill house and deep house influences
Alongside tropical house, DJ Tamiko draws on chill house and deep house, which gives his records a little more depth and groove than classic tropical pop. The occasional Afro house touch in the percussion adds movement and warmth.
A new generation of young producers
Producing at 18 used to mean waiting years for a break. Today, young artists like DJ Tamiko can release internationally from the start. With a label such as Soir Records behind him, his music is distributed worldwide and pitched to playlists in every major market, giving a young producer the chance to build a real audience early.
DJ Tamiko on Soir Records
Soir Records is an independent international dance music label that releases music from producers around the world. “Feel Alive” fits perfectly into the label’s warm, golden-hour sound and is featured across Soir Records’ curated Spotify playlists.
How to listen to DJ Tamiko
- Spotify: follow DJ Tamiko on Spotify and save “Feel Alive”.
- All platforms: stream “Feel Alive” on Apple Music, YouTube Music and more via the official link.
- Instagram: follow @djtamikofficial for new music.
The DJ Tamiko listening guide
Every artist has moments where their music makes the most sense. Here is where DJ Tamiko’s records feel most at home, and where to go next once you have played them on repeat.
Perfect moments for DJ Tamiko’s music
- Beach days and pool parties
- Summer road trips
- Sunny mornings
- Chill house playlists
If you like DJ Tamiko, explore
Listeners who connect with DJ Tamiko’s sound will find kindred spirits in the work of Kygo, Avicii, Jonas Blue and Galantis. That is the musical neighbourhood DJ Tamiko belongs to, and the kind of company these records keep in a great playlist.
More from Soir Records
On Soir Records, fans of DJ Tamiko should also discover Alper Colak, QZK and ARYN, three labelmates whose music shares the same attention to groove, mood and detail. You can browse every artist on the Soir Records artists page and every single on the releases page.
Why DJ Tamiko is one to watch
At 18, with a clear sound, great taste in influences and a debut that does exactly what it promises, DJ Tamiko is one of the brightest young talents in feel-good dance music. “Feel Alive” is the start; the summers ahead are his.
Listen to DJ Tamiko
DJ Tamiko on Soir Records
Soir Records playlists
DJ Tamiko FAQ
Who is DJ Tamiko?
DJ Tamiko is the artist name of Tamir Shalmyev, an 18-year-old producer of tropical, deep, Afro and chill house who writes warm, melodic, feel-good dance music.
What is DJ Tamiko’s real name?
DJ Tamiko’s real name is Tamir Shalmyev.
What is DJ Tamiko’s breakthrough song?
DJ Tamiko made his name with “Feel Alive”, released on Soir Records.
Who are DJ Tamiko’s influences?
DJ Tamiko is influenced by Galantis, Jonas Blue, Duke Dumont, Avicii and Kygo.
What genre does DJ Tamiko make?
DJ Tamiko makes tropical house, deep house, Afro house and chill house.
