For booking please contact: katecottermusic@gmail.com

Kate Cotter is a Reno native whose ethereal voice, poetic craftmanship, and off-beat sense of humor has earned her a loyal following. As the arts editor from the local weekly describes her: “It is the rare artist who can weave metaphor-rich lyrics, haunting vocals and catchy melodies into something that is neither self-serious nor sticky-sweet, something that falls on the indie side of pop and well-groomed side of folk.” Although reminiscent of Joni Mitchell, and at times drawing comparisons to Imogen Heap, Sarah McLachlan, and Dido, Cotter’s breathy voice has its own hypnotic charm.

Voted among the "Best Local Musicians" in Northern Nevada for 2006, 2007, and 2009, Cotter has won numerous prestigious awards and honors, including the Nevada Arts Council Fellowship and the Sierra Arts Foundation Performing Arts Grant. Cotter has played shows with a wide range of musicians, including the likes of Pat Benatar, Brett Dennen, folk legend John Gorka, and Seth Horan (formerly of Vertical Horizon). A nomad at heart, Cotter has toured nationally and internationally, often weaving the experiences of her travels into the texture of her music.

Her highly anticipated second and third albums, 'August' (2007 and 'Drink the Desert' (21010), were both released to a packed house at John Ascuaga's Celebrity Showroom (a venue graced by entertainers such as Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett, Indigo Girls, etc.), not only generated headlines such as "Nothing Hotter than Kate Cotter," but also earned August the title of "Best Local Album" for Northern Nevada for 2007 and Drink the Desert ranked #2 in the Reno Gazette Journal's "Top Albums of the Year.' August also ranked among KTHX's (100.1 FM) "Top 100 albums in 2007."

All the sets on this page were produced live using Traktor Pro or Traktor Scratch 2 (single take only, no studio trickery)

thanks for listening..


Residing in Reno, I've transitioned from spinning vinyl to using pioneer controllers. Been putting in work around the area over the last 4 years doing residencies at St. James Infirmary, Pignic Pub & Patio, Monolith, Saint, The Rack, Imperial Lounge and more. I haven't always been a DJ and it is not my only form of expression when it comes to music and performance. I am an emcee, spoken word poet & singer (soul, blues, r&b, roots rock n roll...). I have been sitting on some mixes and have finally decided to share with or without imperfections. I have to start somewhere. I hope to share even more with you all as often as possible. Thank for your time, critique and commentary. Blessings. Be peace.

Johnno aka “The Rhino” In the Mix
With over 25 years behind the decks, Johnno Lazetich — better known as The Rhino — is a dynamic force in the global underground house music scene. Known for his infectious energy, deep musical intuition, and euphoric sunrise sets, The Rhino has rocked dancefloors across the world, sharing stages with legends like Lee Burridge, Bad Boy Bill, DJ Dan, Justin Martin, Mark Farina, Lee Reynolds, Croatia Squad, Erick Morillo, and the Desert Hearts crew.
A 23-year Burning Man veteran, The Rhino is the visionary behind the iconic Golden Gate Bridge mutant vehicle. In 2021, he set the self-proclaimed world record for the Fastest Suspension Bridge on Land, hitting 44 mph across the Black Rock Desert.
His 2017 mix, Sunrise from the Golden Gate, was named one of SoundCloud’s Top 10 Most Popular Burning Man Sunrise Sets of All Time, drawing in a global audience. His grooves have shaken stages in Beirut, London, Belize, Aruba, and Kauai, as well as major festivals like Ultra Miami, Symbiosis, Northern Nights, Enchanted Forest, Love Burn, and Afrikaburn.
He now travels to South Africa each year for an extended DJ tour, performing at renowned events including Afrikaburn and other stops across the country’s vibrant underground festival scene. His mixes are broadcast in over 20 countries, and his continued international presence has solidified The Rhino as a true global ambassador of house music.

Beyond the Beats
🩳 Entrepreneurial Energy: Founder and designer of The Rhino Line — a bold and empowering booty short brand for men and women. Also, owner of Reno’s first silent disco company Headphone Mafia, “No sound ordinance stopp’in Ya!”
🦏 Conservation in Action: Member of URhinoProject.org, a boots-on-the-ground organization who rescue and protect endangered rhinos in South Africa.
🎧 Healing Through Sound: Through his nonprofit The Golden Gate Project, The Rhino brings joy to children’s hospitals by hosting Silent Disco Headphone Bingo — uplifting events for patients, families, and staff.

Listen & Connect
🎶 147+ Recorded Sets: soundcloud.com/johnnotherhino
📸 Instagram: @therhino_inthemix
📧 Bookings & Inquiries: info@ggp123.org
👕 Clothing Line: therhinoline.com

From desert dancefloors to children’s hospitals and South African rhino sanctuaries, The Rhino’s mission is simple: move people through music — and leave the world better than he found it.

LAZAR spins a full spectrum of sound and rhythm to get you into your dancing and journeying groove, taking it down and through a kaleidoscope of genres—from House, Soul, Jazz, Disco, Funk, R&B and Blues--bringing it all alongside of Progressive, Deep House, Hip-Hop, some occasional sprinkles of classic rock and much more--weaving together music in ways no one else does--or would even think to to try.

It's all about frequency and it's all connected. 

One Love.

Pro photographer, videographer, writer, DJ and native New Yorker, currently residing in Reno, Nevada. Former A&R man for the Island Def Jam Music Group, Elektra Records and EMI Records in the 90's and 00's. (It's been quite a journey.) For gigs and events, email: ben@benlazar.com. 

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"There are simply two kinds of music. Good music, and the other kind." -- Duke Ellington

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