&friends

&friends is the musical concept and brainchild of San Diego-raised, New York- and Lisbon-based Sean Thomas. Drawing the breadth of his inspiration for these musical works from global cultures, Sean had a vision to create a project embodying tradition, culture and community, culminating in the coining of &friends. He is redefining what it means to be an artist in today’s world. More than a producer and DJ, he is a storyteller, community builder, and visionary dedicated to creating experiences rooted in intention, not attention. Through &friends, Sean has built a global movement that extends far beyond music. His sets are not just performances, but transformative journeys that weave melodic and Afro soundscapes with emotionally charged narratives, bringing audiences back to their center. At the core of his work is a commitment to connection: with nature, with culture, and with each other. From New York to Miami, Marrakech, Madrid, Mexico City, Rio De Janeiro, Paris, Egypt, London, Lebanon, Dubai, Tulum, and beyond, &friends has delivered his message of community and connection to the stages of Coachella, Outside Lands, CRSSD, Electric Castle, SXM Festival, and countless other venues around the world. With over 300 million streams across platforms and collaborations spanning legends and rising stars, &friends’ trajectory proves that music anchored in authenticity resonates universally.