live @ nowadays oct 9 2021

In both her productions and DJ sets, Ariel Zetina keeps the vibes high and spirits soaring as she takes listeners on a journey through genres, eras and tempos. 

Her Crack Mix doesn’t stray from this expectation as Zetina lays down peak-time heat from the likes of Nikki Nair, TAAHLIAH and Leonce. “This is a high BPM mix,” she says. “Techno for people who can't get into techno. A smattering of acid, some Chicago shit and some Belizean shit – plus some other surprises. This was such a fun mix to do and I hope everyone feels the energy!”

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Crack Mix 445: Ariel Zetina

Juanita's Mix 69 with @joselonyc

Q. How would you describe yourself?
A.  I would describe myself as someone who is very outgoing and inspired/recharged by most things creative. I've always been a bit prone to sensory overload which can be overwhelming at times, but over the years I’ve learned to channel that into my creative work. I try to take inspiration from my culture first and foremost, but also the influences and chaos of the city around me. 

Q. How long have you been a part of the NY music scene?
A. I would probably say since 2015. I moved to NYC in 2007 and through the years became friends with some of the most inspirational and talented musicians/artists I know. I started a party called Maricon in Manhattan in 2015. I created the party to fill a void within the Latinx queer community and honestly because I wanted to hear more reggaeton at the functions. I didn’t have much budget to book talent so to save money I started playing the opening set which is how I taught myself to DJ. After many train wrecks I started to really get into the story telling of mixing different sounds together and slowly started getting booked for other peoples events. 

Q.  Tell us a bit about this mix.
A. This might have been one of the most challenging mixes I’ve ever put together. I wanted to focus on experimental reggaeton  music and dynamic sounds influenced by Latin beats. While recording I envisioned myself walking home during a summer sunrise after a night out of flooding my body and ears with eclectic and ethereal sounds. I see the sun slowly rising while the wet pavement reflects the glistening lights around me.

Juanita's Mix 069: Joselo

@br0nz3_g0dd3ss brought the whole ass club to Hemlock Hole, the dial on 11 from the start. Maya is an absolute star and the energy she brought to the stage was electrifying.

Campout Mix Series: br0nz3_g0dd3ss

uncaging a mix i’ve sat on for nearly four months. spontaneously coalesced over two days in late november 2022 for a mix series that never came to pass ❦

(artwork taken from the cover of kou machida's rip it up)

in a glorified box

Live at Hot and Ready 2/16

Recording of my 3-hour set for Dweller Nonstop during days 4-5 of Dweller. Live from Nowadays

STERLING JUAN DIAZ LIVE @ DWELLER NONSTOP 2-25-2023

@omgitsjuicy b2b @djnsa
on the main floor of GoodRoom NSA and JCY go b2b for the third time.
classic start into a slowed down moment right before lift off for a high NRG rest of the night. 
special night with precious family

NSA b2b JCY @ The Carry Nation (Good Room) . Jan 21 2023

live from the cave rave

MOMA PS1 WARM UP 2023

Emerging from the historic cradle of the amen break in Washington, DC, and currently immersed in the vibrant heart of New York City's pulsating dance music scene, DJ TBD embarks on an exhilarating musical journey where an array of influences and genres seamlessly intersect.

Their musical identity masterfully encapsulates that ethereal juncture when the late-night hours seamlessly transform into the brightness of midday, evoking the spirit of a jungliest navigating the intricate landscapes of techno.

DJ TBD's artistic expression is a constant evolution, reflecting an ongoing sonic exploration that refuses to be confined by predefined boundaries. It's a sonic odyssey that continues to unfold, a sonic journey that is, ultimately, still to be determined.

live from the cave rave

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