DJ Becky derives his musical inspiration from years of being a part of the whacking community. A style originated in the clubs of Los Angeles in the 70s, providing a safe space for queer individuals to express their inner diva during the peak of disco music. As a result, whacking has a profound connection to artists such as Diana Ross, Donna Summer, and Chaka Khan, characterized by their lively, up-tempo, and high-energy disco music. You can anticipate exactly this kind of music in Becky's DJ set.


Find DJ Becky at Rara Avis on Saturday the 21st of October 2023.

Rara Avis | DJ Becky

Hoax launched her career in 2011 during Amsterdam Pride, where she made her debut at the entrance of Supperclub Amsterdam for the party Rumour Has It. Since then, she has risen to become one of the most sought-after queens in The Netherlands.

Additionally, she is a vital part of CU2NT, the dynamic DJ duo that has graced some of Europe's most renowned stages and venues. Their impressive journey includes touring alongside Dutch pop sensation MEROL, opening for the iconic Village People, and orchestrating the electrifying club night known as TraffaMafia, which has left its mark all across Europe.

Hoax's individual DJ career is equally impressive, as she holds the esteemed position of resident DJ at Amsterdam's Club NYX. With her distinctive vocal tech-house style, she possesses the skill to make any room come alive with energy and excitement.

Find Hoax at Rara Avis on Saturday the 21st of October 2023.

Rara Avis | Hoax LeBeau

Hailing from the heart of Venezuela, Monroy’s DJ journey started during the pandemic of 2021. From humble beginnings to prolific queer clubbing spaces in the Netherlands, Monroy has emerged as a testament to the power of passion; first as a raver, now as a DJ. Blending the energy of house music with his rich Latino roots, his sets resonate as a true musical fusion, creating a powerful yet playful musical experience. Monroy’s beats not only entice you to move your body but also undoubtedly tells the story of resilience, proving that music has the ability to unite and uplift.

Find Monroy at Rara Avis on Saturday the 21st of October 2023.

Rara Avis | Monroy

SPIKEY LEE (he/him) grew up in Rotterdam in the 90’s when house & techno music was thriving. His parents' love for dance music made him fall in love with the energy of house and techno at a young age. Fast forward 20 something years later and Spikey Lee is playing gigs at his homebase Amsterdam and is traveling through Europe to spread his love & knowledge for electronic music. He now is a proud resident of Hamburg’s queer party Kinky Sunday’s at PAL.

He fills the room with a combination of 90’s techno, hard house, hard groove, booty bangers, acid and some trippy jump tracks. 

When Spikey Lee is behind the decks, his music tells a story that keeps you guessing what’s next and never, never lets you stop dancing.

Find SPIKEY LEE at Rara Avis on Saturday the 21st of October 2023.

Rara Avis | SPIKEY LEE

Lexii. is a London based DJ originally from The Midlands. His unique sets are heavily influenced by 90's to current Rnb - hip hop and soul- blended with his love for electronic dance music - house, techno and rave/club beats.

Find Lexii. at Rara Avis on Saturday the 21st of October 2023.

Rara Avis | Lexii.

TEKNA is a dj/artist creating sets where fun can be expected. His sets are made to enjoy, to dance the night away and to leave you gagging for more. In his sets TEKNA makes sure there is influences from multiple genres. His mixes consist of high bpm, uptempo base and lots of vocals. With his gaggy music, performances and looks this is definitely the dj to watch.

Rara Avis | TEKNA

RARA AVIS, a daytime dance party uniquely tailored for queer individuals who enjoy dressing up and experimenting with makeup. A place for all the techno clowns & club kids to come out and play! RARA AVIS is a techno & house-infused queer party that embraces the unconventional, the rare, and the extraordinary…in all of us. It provides a safer space for the new & older generation of queer individuals to explore, express, and evolve, adding a pop of color in the dark world of techno.

RARA AVIS | 26th of May 2024

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RARA AVIS - OPISOP

Trackslist: 
1-Endorphin (Maraa Remix) - Eastern Distributor
2-OT rails - Spray
3-So Blue - Harley Ferris
4-Es Bonita - Niall Kelly 
5-Low Rider - STIPP
6-Celestial - Tim Roes
7-Conduit - Amor Satyr
8-Feeling On Tic (Doubt Remix) - God Alone
9-Warm Leatherette ( Saeed Younan Remix) - Club 69
10-Tension - Focus
11-Dimension Activity - Cufme
12-Edmond - No Miss
13- Entra En Mi Casa - Armand Van Helden 
14 -Think I had too much - Sekucci 
15- Frituvvert - AnG
16- Dembozer - Moreila 
17-Nadie lo puedo parar - Bitter Babe
18-Stop being deep - Xupid

RARA AVIS - Magdolina

RARA AVIS - HIM

RARA AVIS - TOMB

RARA AVIS - NT-FRAGILE

RARA AVIS, a daytime dance party uniquely tailored for queer individuals who enjoy dressing up and experimenting with makeup. A place for all the techno clowns & club kids to come out and play! RARA AVIS is a techno & house-infused queer party that embraces the unconventional, the rare, and the extraordinary…in all of us. It provides a safer space for the new & older generation of queer individuals to explore, express, and evolve, adding a pop of color in the dark world of techno.

Next up: October 25th

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