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This night happened — Fri 27 Mar

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Who was billed6 artists

In the order the promoter listed them.

Set times were not published.

Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.

the pairs that have met

14 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

Carlos Valdes and Cormac — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 27 Mar 2026.

Who they are

Carlos Valdes
Amsterdam, Netherlands · 3 bookings since Mar 2026
“Carlos Valdes has been a key figure of Amsterdam’s nightlife for well over two decades.”
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Carlos Valdes has been a key figure of Amsterdam’s nightlife for well over two decades. His vital contribution to the city’s electronic music scene and LGBTQ+ community as a DJ, promoter, label owner, and all-round inspirator is indisputable. Always on the lookout for new gems to add to his vast house and techno collection, new venues to explore with his illustrious IsBurning nights, and new talent to support, Carlos is consistently pushing the envelope of club culture. His mesmerising sets and endless likeability have made him an in-demand DJ in all corners of the globe. Carlos’ success did not come overnight, but has been underway since 1999, when he bought his first techno record. It’s the culmination of many years of hard work and utter devotion to creating the best possible vibe. As one of the founding fathers of the famous IsBurning nights, he helped lay the groundwork for the Dam’s now thriving LGBTQIA+ club scene. What started as a night with quality dance music for all gender identities at the legendary club Trouw, is now a worldwide phenomenon. Never communicating lineups, but always staging the best in house and techno, IsBurning has set venues ablaze from Munich to London, and from Barcelona to São Paulo. Carlos also co-owns Pamela, one of Amsterdam’s most popular queer bars. As a DJ, Carlos has built a loyal following through his sheer love and extensive knowledge of music. Some worry that his apartment will one day collapse under the weight of his enormous vinyl collection. But luckily for his ever-growing fan base, that hasn’t happened yet. Decades of dance music’s finest cuts come together in spellbinding narratives, keeping dancers on their tippy toes throughout the night, and into the early morning. Whether he’s slaying the floor at Panorama Bar, Blitz, or Bassiani, bringing the heat at Glastonbury, Dekmantel Selectors or Lighthouse Croatia, or creating magical journeys like his 6-hour set at Wildeburg, Carlos Valdes remains a musical force to be reckoned with.
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Their RA profile lists Studio Soulrock.
often with Shonky, abs8lute, Ryan Elliott, none of them here that night
Cormac
8 bookings since Sep 2025
“Cormac (Polari/Running Back/Ostgut Ton/Correspondant) No longer one of dance musics' best-kept secrets Cormac's reputation as a revered selector has rapidly spread.”
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Cormac (Polari/Running Back/Ostgut Ton/Correspondant) No longer one of dance musics' best-kept secrets Cormac's reputation as a revered selector has rapidly spread. The Queer Northern Ireland-born DJ is now soundtracking dancefloors the world over with his unique take on HI-NRG, House and Techno. Cormac was a listener and dancefloor staple at zeitgeist defining London institutions such as Trade, Nag Nag Nag, and Bugged Out! He's currently resident at Dicks in Ankali, Prague and is working on an event 'Aqueerius' with the same crew. As well as appearances at key events like Sonar Festival, PollarWeisen, Circoloco, WHOLE Festival, Homobloc, Adonis, isburning, Shmutz, Mustang, and many more. In Berlin and Europe, he's best known for his legendary closing performances at Panorama Bar and Snax. Sometimes running up to eleven hours in length, and with free reign to play across the board sonically, Cormac has fast become a staple on the line-ups for the club. As the light pours in on Monday mornings, the crowd are kept moving with a selection of his extensive 20 years of DJ knowledge. In 2021 he founded his own imprint Polari Records. Polari is named in reference to the secret old-school gay slang once used in Europe. The label showcases new and established producers with each release featuring collectible artwork from LGBTQ+ artists. Cormac's BBC Radio 1 Essential mix featured exclusive non-released material from Polari and artists Gerd Janson, Kink, Volta, Alan Dixon, and Jordan Nocturne, alongside the debut of his first solo release on Polari, the much loved anthem “Heartcore”. As one half of "Comets", he released on the revered Berlin label Ostgut-Ton. “Sparks” an homage to Cowley and Bobby O was released in 2022 on Polari Records. 2023 sees a debut on Running Back Records and the release of Leather ’n Lasers on Polari Records. Cormacs RA mix and interview dropped in May 2023 https://ra.co/podcast/885 management: mt@tailored-communication.com bookings : fh@temporary-secretary.com
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Their RA profile lists Ostgut Ton, Running Back, Correspondant and Polari Records.
Last at Berghain in Dec 2025 · often with Tom Peters, Phase Fatale, Roi Perez, none of them here that night
HAAi
Western Australia, Australia
“A need for experimentation, exploring new sounds and new ways of making music – the inspiration driving HAAi who continues an incredible couple of years by releasing her sophomore EP on the prestigious label Mute Records.”
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Their RA profile lists Mute Records and Coconut Beats.
often with Justin Carter, Tenashee, NIGHT (Indoors), none of them here that night
Michelle Manetti
London, United Kingdom · 3 bookings since Mar 2026
“With over 20 years of DJ-ing under her belt, it's safe to say she's no novice to the decks, with the passion, skill, panache and record collection of a wellestablished and well-refined DJ.”
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With over 20 years of DJ-ing under her belt, it's safe to say she's no novice to the decks, with the passion, skill, panache and record collection of a wellestablished and well-refined DJ. Michelle has been an active advocate for supporting and promoting marginalised and underrepresented artists in the music scene, since her humble early years. She was the founder and Chief Editor of esteemed but now defunct female-run, female-focused music blog www.lipstickdisco.co.uk. She is also the promoter of Bi-Monthly female-focused queer girl party Fèmmme Fraîche at London’s prestigious queer hot-spot Dalston Superstore; which as well as offering a safespace and fun-filled party for queer wmxn, Fèmmme Fraîche also showcases female, female identified and non-binary House and Techno DJ’s, visual artists and performers; with Michelle as resident and guest DJ’s such as Honey Dijon, Peach, Rroxymore, Louisahhh, India Jordan, DJ Heather, Joyce Muniz, Nightwave, DJ Paulette, Smokin Jo, Alinka, Hannah Holland, Lauren Flax, CCL, Kate Simko and Jaguar as well as local, grass-roots DJ’s. Michelle is also resident and co-curator of of ‘Adonis Pour Femme’ which is the female focused room at the infamous London queer-rave Adonis. As well as her work as a promoter, Michelle is a revered DJ in her own right, in 2021 she was selected as one of 10 residents for London's most loved DIY venue The Cause. She also has a strong presence on the East London underground queer scene, with residencies at her own party Fèmmme Fraîche and Adonis, as well regular guest appearances at parties such as, He.She.They, Little Gay Brother, Horsemeat Disco, Percolate, & Homoelectric & can often be seen playing alongside the likes of Tama Sumo, Prosumer, Peach, Shanti Celeste, Ok Williams, Orla, India Jordan, Roi Perez + more. As a Vocalist Michelle has lent her voice to tracks for Third-Son, Lauren Flax, Sophie Lloyd & Chris Massey and has many unreleased works in the pipeline. She’s also the frontwoman for The Off Key Hat who’s span of releases on ISM, Untracked, Hobbes Music and the cult vinyl-only label Dissident have received remixes from the likes of Ashley Beedle, Cosmodelica, Yam Who?, Daniele Baldelli & Dionigi and much love, play and support from the likes of Bicep and Steffi. Dipping her toes into production, 2020 saw Michelle’s first solo release on Super Drama records, with Premiere play support from Jaguar’s BBC1 introducing show and her remix for Falle Nioke on Prah Recordings in 2021 received early support and play from Mary Anne Hobbes on BBC radio 6. Musically, Michelle is A self-confessed genre non-conformist, having experimented with various sounds over the years, she is well known for her eclecticism and dynamic sets, drifting seamlessly between House, Techno, Acid, Rave, Leftfield, Breaks and disco with a particular persuasion for Jackin' beats, funky grooves and soulful melodies, she's likely to take you on a musical journey on the dancefloor. Strap in and enjoy. .
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Their RA profile lists Dissident, Nervous Records, Untracked, ISM Records and 4 more.
often with Father Dukes, materia hache, Michael Cignarale, none of them here that night
Romain Fx
Hong Kong, China · 2 bookings since Mar 2026
“Bookings: 🌎 Worldwide – jo@klsbookings.com 🎒 Mgmt: ben@menschmusicmanagement.com 🇦🇺 Australia – mitchell@tangleagency.com Born in France, raised in Hong Kong, Taiwan & USA.”
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Bookings: 🌎 Worldwide – jo@klsbookings.com 🎒 Mgmt: ben@menschmusicmanagement.com 🇦🇺 Australia – mitchell@tangleagency.com Born in France, raised in Hong Kong, Taiwan & USA. Romain’s rootless background, aspires him to dream of a borderless planet earth, where everyone dances in harmony to the rhythm of any melody. For over 12 years, Romain had been a prominent figure in the Asian music scene, spearheading numerous fresh concepts such as award-winning Fauve Radio & Fauve Records, a dance music-oriented record store called The Pharmacy and was part of festivals such as Shi Fu Miz & Roofest. Ultimately, Romain's career took off with his Boiler Room debut in 2018 in Hong Kong, propelling him into a full-time DJ/Producer and head honcho for teams of cool cats around the world. Since then, he has made a significant impact, releasing music on various global imprints, including Live At Robert Johnson, Kalahari Oyster Cult, Permanent Vacation and Eskimo Recordings. He’s has played and organised events at some of the most iconic venues & events such as Panorama Bar/Berghain, REX Club, Lux Fragil, Sonar, Wonderfruit, the infamous Techno Parade and Nuits Sonores for his Live performance debut alongside Laurent Garnier. His musical productions have been embraced and loved by renowned artists, who have showcased them at prestigious venues such as DJ Harvey at Pikes, Marcel Dettmann at Berghain, Massimilliano at Funk Club, Orpheu The Wizard at Dekmantel, Skatebard at Igloo Festival – cementing his position in the industry and giving him the opportunity to sharing the stage & line ups with some of the most renowned international artists including Jayda G, Paramida, Move D, Habibi Funk, Yu Su and many more. With nearly two decades of crate digging experience resulting in a remarkable collection of over 3000+ vinyl records and CDs, Romain possesses an extensive knowledge of both classic and obscure musical gems. Able to effortlessly adapt his sets to any setting, from sunrise sessions on sandy shores to festivals atop the Great Wall of China.
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Their RA profile lists Eskimo Recordings, Permanent Vacation, Exploited, Live At Robert Johnson and 6 more.
often with Tunegirl, Rosa Red, DJ Split, none of them here that night
Sally C
Berlin · 4 bookings since Sep 2025
“Whether via her DJ sets or label Big Saldo’s Chunkers, Sally C has developed one of the most distinctive sonic signatures in electronic music.”
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Whether via her DJ sets or label Big Saldo’s Chunkers, Sally C has developed one of the most distinctive sonic signatures in electronic music. The Belfast-born, Berlin-based artist traverses the gamut of vintage house, hip house, acid and breakbeat, all with that unmistakable Chunker sound. Sally’s DJing journey begun in 2010 at the Reading Rooms in Dundee, Scotland, an iconic local club, playing host to the likes of DJ Pierre, DJ Sneak and Green Velvet. It was here she met an open-minded and accepting community and gained a crucial education in digging, mixing and all things dance music culture, an experience that would set her up for the rest of her career. These guiding principles of authenticity, community and independence lie at the core of who Sally is as an artist and have defined her brick-by-brick journey since day one. Moving to Berlin in 2015, she etched out a spot in the city’s thriving club scene, throwing parties at Griessmühle and her own open-air raves, all the while building a fanbase for her raw and chunky style. When she was tapped for her debut Boiler Room in 2019 at AVA Festival, it was a noticeable levelling up. No longer a developing talent, RA lauded her as a festival highlight, noting her “musical range and technical acuity”. Up until 2020, Sally had built her name entirely based on her inspired selector skills, but all that changed with the launch of her own independent imprint Big Saldo’s Chunkers. The label is inspired by the golden era of hip house and US house music from ‘88 – ’98, and in particular, artists such as Fast Eddie, Tyree and the late great K-Hand, whose trailblazing music has impacted her so heavily. Joe Muggs writing for The Wire said it best; ‘everything in her tracks is straight from 1888-1992: she samples, chops and loops like Todd Terry, throws in piano riffs like the most shameless of Italians, makes bass tones that bring to mind early Murk, Gat Décor and Together’s “Hardcore Uproar”. And she does it all ‘with a sincerity that shines like a strobe light’. To date original productions such as ‘Let’s Get This’ and ‘Downtown’ (which scored over 30 BBC Radio 1 plays) and ‘All Love’, have established themselves as enduring classics, thanks to Sally’s vision and commitment to crafting tracks that adhere to her three crucial production principles – a chunky bassline, banging drums and a trippy vocal. “That’s the holy trinity! Simplicity is key - less is always more,” says Sally. Other discography highlights include a debut on Bradley Zero’s Rhythm Section with ‘The Way To Do It’, a sublime remix of ascendent Nigerian artist Obongjayar ‘Sugar’ and her playful twist on LB aka LABAT’s ‘Right Now’. A deft selector, Sally can lay down an extended DJ set, a peak time festival slot or a winding closer with equal mastery. This adaptive skill has seen her confirm regular bookings at Panorama Bar and Robert Johnson, right through to Printworks, Melt Festival, Love International, Kala Festival, Awakenings, Warehouse Project, iconic queer party HE.SHE.THEY and Australia’s leading festival, Pitch Music & Arts. Her profile continues to grow in North America, with recent tours taking in gigs at Piknic Électronik, Elsewhere, Smartbar, Flash, Good Room and multiple tours of Mexico. Outside of DJing and production, Sally is a resident at Berlin’s vibrant community radio station Refuge Worldwide. Her monthly show is particularly focused on providing a platform for emerging artists and to date she’s showcased mixes from Lovefoxy, Amaliah, NIKS, Jenny Cara and BASHKKA, alongside established powerhouse Tijana T. https://sallyc.bandcamp.com www.soundcloud.com/sallycberlin www.facebook.com/sallycberlin/ www.instagram.com/sallycberlin
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Their RA profile lists Big Saldo's Chunkers, Poumpet Records and Space Dust.
Recently at MUENZE, OXI · often with Roi Perez, Samira, David Elimelech, none of them here that night