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Who am I and what do I do?
I’m Henning, the face behind auflinks. I’m a passionate record collector – especially loving disco and house. I got into DJing through a few open-air parties that I organised with friends. Nowadays, you’ll regularly find me playing at Gottes Grüne Wiese. You can also catch me at other spots in Cologne like Kunstbar or this Sunday (13.07.25) at Bredouille for Dinner&Disco. At the end of July, I’m also heading to Zugvögel-Festival!
Recently, I spent a few months travelling in Brazil and Argentina, where I discovered many exciting records – including the track I brought with me today.
Why this format?
I really enjoy connecting with other people who love music. That’s why I came up with the idea to create a community-based network. My goal is to make music more accessible and give (local) musicians a platform. This way, we can support each other as a community and create spaces for friends and people who often go unseen.
What’s the name of the track – and who is it by?
Mania de Você – Rita Lee
Who is Rita Lee – and what makes the song special?
Rita Lee (1947–2023) was a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. She first became known as a founding member of the psychedelic rock band Os Mutantes, which played a central role in the Tropicália movement of the 1960s. In the 1970s, she launched a successful solo career and became one of Brazil’s most influential pop and rock artists. Mania de Você, released in 1979, is one of her most famous songs. It combines Brazilian pop with a soft, sensual groove and has been covered and reinterpreted countless times over the decades.
https://www.discogs.com/de/artist/274890-Rita-Lee?srsltid=AfmBOop-UmVvn2lfPgmlMsa6-r5XbtwztxeXevJszO78uQdFbdemCG8X
When and how did I discover the track?
I discovered the song during my time in Brazil. Musically, I was blown away by the high density of music offerings in cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In São Paulo, I felt overwhelmed by the massive number of record stores, especially Galeria Nova Barão.
I found this LP through one of Rio’s best record dealers, Tropa du Vinil, who I met at Feira Livre da Glória. The song was playing everywhere. Every band knew it, everyone could sing along – it’s a true classic.
Do I play the track during sets?
Yes, in a relaxed bar atmosphere, it always creates a great vibe for both the crowd and myself. I also love playing it during private listening sessions at home.
Is there a particular version I prefer?
Just recently I found out there’s a Spanish version of it – that was a cool surprise! But I still prefer the original.
Do I associate any specific memories with the track?
Yes – I remember a big street party in Salvador de Bahia where everyone was singing it loudly together – it was magical. The song is linked to so many memories for me. When I hear it, images and emotions from my journey come back to life.
Anything else?
Definitely – another favourite from the same album is Chega Mais. Also an amazing track!
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