Motor City Drum Ensemble

About

Few artists synthesize the soul of Detroit's house music legacy with such effortless grace and forward-thinking vision as Motor City Drum Ensemble (MCDE), the moniker of Stuttgart-based Danilo Plessow. More than just a DJ or producer, Plessow is a master curator, meticulously weaving together threads of deep house, jazz-infused techno, and soulful disco into a tapestry that’s both deeply nostalgic and utterly contemporary. His sound, shaped by influences ranging from Moodymann to Theo Parrish, stands apart through its warm analog textures and a distinct emphasis on groove and emotion. MCDE first gained prominence with his Raw Cuts series, a collection of sample-heavy EPs that became instant classics in discerning house circles. The 2011 full-length,