Francis Mercier Sunrise DJ set - Club Space Miami

The weekend is approaching and therefore an extra long set from one of my favorite DJs from the Afro-house scene: Francis Mercier.

I specifically choose this set of his because it is bursting with energy, and the dancing crowd behind the DJ also gives an extra good vibe to the set; the positivity radiates from it.

I have watched this set multiple times and it never gets boring.

What is noticeable is that it (partially) takes place while it is light. This is because Space Miami's 'The Terrace' has a rooftop terrace and the audience is located under a (retractable) ceiling. In Miami, there are 24-hour licenses to stay open, and Space Miami therefore regularly has marathon sets that start on Friday evening and continue until Saturday afternoon. It is therefore worthwhile to follow this club's channel for the long marathon sets that last many hours. The DJs show what they are worth here, and that is certainly what Francis Mercier does in this set!

Here’s a full, up-to-date overview of Francis Mercier — one of the most globally recognized Afro-house and melodic-house DJs right now 👇

🎧 Who He Is

• Francis Mercier is a Haitian-American DJ, producer, and label founder based in New York City.
• He’s best known for blending Afro-house, melodic house, and world-music influences — mixing deep tribal rhythms with emotional melodies and soulful vocals.
• His signature sound fuses African percussion, global vocals, and electronic energy, appealing both to underground and mainstage audiences.

🌍 Background & Rise

• Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Francis moved to the U.S. as a teenager.
• He studied economics at Brown University, but quickly transitioned into music.
• In 2014, he co-founded Deep Root Records — later expanding it into Deep Root Tribe, a label dedicated to Afro-house and world-inspired sounds.
• His music gained traction through international recognition on BBC Radio 1, Tomorrowland, and Cercle, and collaborations with artists from Africa, the Caribbean, and Europe.

💿 Career Highlights

• Breakout track: Sete (with BLOND:ISH & Amadou & Mariam) — a huge 2023 global Afro-house anthem that brought African voices to mainstream dance floors.
• Other major tracks:
  • Premier Gaou (with Magic System & Nitefreak)
  • Kamili (with Nitefreak & Bantwanas)
  • Egyptian Sun
  • Strangers in the Night (Afro-melodic re-imagining of the classic)
• Signed or released on respected labels like Armada, Insomniac Records, Defected, and Sony Africa.
• Supported by artists like Black Coffee, Keinemusik, Pablo Fierro, and Diplo.

🎛️ Performance Style

• Known for his dynamic live sets — deep, spiritual, and percussive, often featuring live African vocals or instruments.
• He regularly performs at:
  • Club Space Miami
  • Hï Ibiza
  • Tomorrowland, Echostage, Output NYC, and Cercle events (including a famous performance in front of the Pyramids of Giza).

🕊️ Influence & Mission

• Francis often describes his mission as bridging cultures through sound — especially elevating African and Caribbean artists onto global stages.
• His label Deep Root Tribe has become a hub for Afro-house producers from across Africa and the diaspora.
• He’s credited with helping bring Afro-house to a mainstream Western audience while staying true to its rhythmic roots.