VELEZ&PARADA is a dynamic DJ duo comprised of Anthony Velez & Lucas Parada. What was born out of a summer of discovery -- spent captivated by the dance floors of New York City -- quickly turned into a burning desire to create spaces and experiences that empower queer people to find joy and express their truths in the name of house and disco music. In their words, "Our artistic craft is a love letter to those who paved this path for us, and to those who will continue to walk it after us."

Bringing you the care-free spirit of a house party

NYC based music artist. Pop central with a rock/R&B twist. Optimistic realist and a full-time lover. Sharing life lessons and experiences to connect and be closer to the world.

Mitch Ferrino is an NYC-based DJ, producer, and curator of unforgettable nightlife experiences. With over 38 million streams across his music productions, Mitch blends house beats, queer anthems, and infectious energy to create soundscapes that ignite dance floors. Known for events like Good Friday and collaborations with icons of the drag and LGBTQ+ scenes, his sets are a celebration of rhythm and culture.

OLLE is a DJ and sound artist currently based in Bangkok. His sets focus on flow and progression, building off a love of electro, acid, ambient, bass, and techno. He aims to create a sense of journey on the floor, responding closely to the space and the people in it. OLLE is resident DJ at NON NON NON collective, and co-founder of HORN, Bangkok’s first queer underground venue. He has played at renowned events across Asia and Europe, including recent debuts at WHOLE Festival and UNFEST in 2025.

Join bloggers Kid Fury and Crissle for their weekly podcast covering hip-hop and pop culture's most trying stars. Throwing shade and spilling tea with a flippant and humorous attitude, no star is safe from Fury and Crissle unless their name is Beyoncé. (Or Blue Ivy.)

As transplants to New York City (Kid Fury from Miami and Crissle from Oklahoma City), The Read also serves as an on-air therapy session for two friends trying to adjust to life (and rats) in the big city.

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DJ Smoove" is an entertainer and DJ who knows the ins and outs of working CITY-to-CITY DJing in premium venues. Born in Brooklyn, raised in Queens, and currently Bicoastal also living in Los Angeles, Smoove knows how to keep his ear to the pulse of what crowds like in the capitols of America's east and west. 

Smoove kicked off his DJ career at 14 while working events around New York City with his hip hop dance crew. He quickly made a name for himself as a master of smooth, clean blends of #circuit #progressivehouse #hiphop, #R&B, #reggae #soca, #pop he's a all around DJ book him for your next event. 

He is known for being a go-to DJ for large corporate brands such as Sephora, Guess, and WeWork and others because of his ability to transform any event into a full audio immersion into the brand experience. Smoove has appeared on 106 & Park TV Show, Shade 45 SiriusXM, DTF Radio, FREEUP Radio, DAHUB UK Radio, and BACKTOBASIC  Radio and others.

IPOK is a captivating force in underground electronic music, known for crafting dark, sensual soundscapes that leave an indelible mark on the soul. With an unwavering devotion to his craft and an insatiable hunger for innovation, IPOK conjures sets that are as emotionally resonant as they are technically polished. Each carefully chosen beat and rhythmic pulse evokes a specific emotion, transporting listeners to a world where reality and fantasy intertwine. Whether opening for iconic figures like DJ Minx at the Pines Party Pool Party or commanding the decks on Friday night at Darklands in Antwerp for Hustlaball, IPOK infuses every performance with a spiritual intensity.

As a resident DJ at the legendary Eagle NYC, IPOK has honed his signature style, deftly interweaving strands of techno and house into intricate tapestries that ensnare listeners, compelling them to surrender to the moment. His sound, characterized by entrancing techno grooves, deep, driving basslines, and haunting melodic elements, creates an atmosphere that captivates audiences and transports them to another realm. Beyond the dance floor, his contributions to NYC's new guard of event production through Conclave Productions have birthed two disruptive party brands: Sanctum: After Hours and Fathom. These nocturnal rituals have rapidly ascended in popularity, drawing hundreds of boundary-pushing ravers and underground enthusiasts with their unapologetically dark and provocative atmospheres, reimagining the very fabric of nightlife.

With a relentless drive to push electronic music forward, IPOK channels his artistry into forging deep connections on the dance floor. Each performance is a celebration of unity and self-expression, bringing together a community of passionate, like-minded ravers through the transformative power of sound. As he continues to evolve, IPOK is driven to redefine nightlife, crafting transformative experiences that leave audiences spellbound and united in the power of music.

IPOK's performances are characterized by more than just his music selection. His deep understanding of crowd-control and his technical prowess on the decks ensure that each set is a journey—a narrative constructed in real-time, tailored to the mood and atmosphere of the venue. This intuitive style, combined with his dedication to music as a form of pure expression, makes him a magnetic figure in the vibrant Brooklyn music scene and a sought-after talent in clubs and festivals around the world.

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