The second installment of the Calling series comes from a live set recorded at Verve After Hours in NYC. 

Enjoy the ride, and please repost, tag and share with your friends

NYC CALLING : Live from Verve After Hours -Calagna

Just another aspiring tech house dj, full time House audiophile and currently learning to be-a chemical dependency counselor.

Zack Bissell is an innovative multi-genre DJ, music producer, and singer based in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Known for his dynamic and high-energy performances, Zack brings a unique blend of technical skill and stage presence to every set. With a rich background as a musician, industry singer, and stage performer, he has crafted a distinctive sound that captivates audiences.

“Let's Fucking Go!”

Alex Cordova is a force to be reckoned with in the underground music scene, known for his electrifying catchphrase that ignites the crowd's energy every time he steps up to perform. Hailing from Jackson, Wyoming, with roots in Tlaxcala, Mexico, Alex's journey started in the vibrant atmosphere of small house parties and bars. From those incredible beginnings, he gained prominence at the pre-party for the EDM festival "Holi Fest" in Tlaxcala, Mexico. As he returned to his hometown, he meticulously refined his signature sound, transitioning through Trance, Hardstyle, and House, ultimately embracing Techno and Hard Dance Music—his performances radiate rhythmic intensity that captivates every audience.

Now, Alex is boldly leaving Wyoming for Utah, where he's been making waves in the underground scene, performing at local event holders like “eta.45, V2 presents, Blaq Void, Intricacy, Electronic Continuum, and much more” in Salt Lake City. His standout performances, including a notable gig for the underground collective "eta.45," demonstrate his dedication to reviving rave culture. Recently, he delivered an unforgettable set opening for KLOUD at the iconic Masonic Temple, propelling his career to new heights. Since then, he has been instrumental in nurturing fresh talent within the scene, directly supporting luminaries like A*S*Y*S and Greg Downey, and recently taking the stage alongside DØMINA through Blaq Void.

Alex isn't just participating; he’s leading the charge in the local underground community. He's passionate about introducing niche sounds that deserve more attention and is making waves with his new direction towards "Techno in its purest form" or "Cinematic Techno." His powerful music resonates deeply within the community, solidifying his status in the Utah music landscape. The question is not about what more he can do; it’s about how high he can reach.

This is Alex Cordova, and I’m here to unleash Cinematic Techno and Techno in its purest form, creating a scene where we all belong!

A pretty normal guy from the neighborhood :O)

CALAGNA: A Journey of Sound, Spirit, and Transformation

In the sacred space of the dancefloor, where the divine and the earthly converge, CALAGNA weaves a tapestry of sound that invites you to journey into the heart of your own being. Here, faith and fable, gods and goddesses, and the essence of discovery and desire merge into a new truthology of sound. Whether remixing the voices of pop and underground artists or headlining major dance festivals worldwide, CALAGNA creates a unique blend of organic sounds, poetic wisdom, hypnotic beats, and modern pulses. Their music elevates you to the center of your consciousness, merging the sensual and spiritual into a rhythm of empowerment and ecstasy.

CALAGNA's reach extends across both mainstream and underground realms, remixing iconic artists such as Lady Gaga, Yoko Ono, Ricky Martin, Akon, Audien, Kimberly Davis, and Lady A. On the underground scene, their deep house and tribal tracks have found a home on respected labels like Desert Trax, Sol Selectas, Moody, Nervous, Stereo, Positronic, and Sollors Systems.

Their journey has taken them around the world, performing in countries such as Brazil, Japan, Thailand, Australia, the Netherlands, Italy, the UK, and Canada. Along the way, they’ve shared stages with legendary dance music pioneers, including Gabriel & Dresden, David Penn, Robbie Rivera, Danny Tenaglia, Chus & Ceballos, Worthy, Roger Sanchez, David Morales, Hector Romero, and Seamus Haji, cementing CALAGNA’s influence on dancefloors worldwide.

Beyond the DJ booth, CALAGNA has curated the soundscape for the prestigious Z Bar at The Peninsula Chicago and serves as a voting member of the San Francisco Recording Academy chapter.

In recent times, CALAGNA has turned towards the sacred path of medicine circles and the plant medicine journey. They weave underground deep tribal, hypnotic, and melodic rhythms for ecstatic dance floors, remixing visionary artists such as Liquid Bloom and Porangui. Moreover, they have birthed a new alias known as "bodē," dedicated to creating ambient ceremonial soundscapes that support deep and transformative medicine journeys.

Inspired by a deeper calling to guide souls beyond the dancefloor, Bodhi Calagna founded Remix Your World. This private practice helps individuals tap into their highest potential, navigate challenging life transitions, and cultivate meaningful, authentic relationships. Offerings include psychedelic-assisted therapy, hypnotherapy, integration coaching, sound healing, and online self-mastery courses. With a unique blend of personal development, musical wisdom, and spiritual exploration, Remix Your World provides a sacred space for inner growth. It offers gentle yet powerful guidance to support each person’s journey of remixing and remastering their life for the better.

Every experience with CALAGNA, whether through their music or personal growth work, invites you to dive deeper into yourself. It’s a call to feed your spirit, tune your senses, and unlock the endless possibilities within. Their journey is one of connection, where rhythm and reflection bring you closer to the truth waiting inside.