ROGERS.ec
Angel Sanz, also known as Rogers.ec, embarked on his musical journey at a young age in Ecuador, immersing himself in the vibrant punk rock scene. Throughout his early years, he passionately participated in various musical projects, honing his skills and nurturing his love for music.
In 2012, Angel made a pivotal move to Brooklyn, NY, where he found himself captivated by the pulsating world of techno music. This newfound passion drove him to start performing in small gigs and underground clubs, igniting a spark that would shape his future.
Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of genres such as punk, hardcore, acid, melodic, groovy and deep electronic sounds, Angel's artistic persona, Rogers.ec, began to take shape. This amalgamation of influences contributed to a distinctive and innovative style that sets him apart in the electronic music landscape.
Intrigued by the boundless possibilities of a solo career, Angel delved into the world of DJing and producing. In 2019, he embarked on his professional journey, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the dynamic NYC Techno scene being resident of collectives such as Taken NYC, Shift and Solace.
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Rogers.ec has been playing techno for numerous podcasts and showcases from around the world. Some notable mentions include "Corrupt Systems" and "Techno Files" from the UK, "3pTechno" from Slovenia, "Eagle Sessions," "Kontrollverlust," and "Konflikt" from Germany, "Sound XXperiment" from Italy, and "Vector Radio" from Brazil. Additionally, they have collaborated with "OFF Group" from Bahrain, "DanceCO" and "settheBeat" from Colombia, "Techno Envision" and "Required Noise" from the USA, and "ARTQ" from Australia, just to highlight a few examples.
In 2021, he burst onto the production scene with "Deep Thoughts" on Warrior City Records, soaring to #36 on Beatport's Techno chart. Following this, he independently dropped "Mind in Space" and "Inflammable" on Bandcamp.
By 2022, he joined forces with Lets Techno Records, presenting his EP "Puesta del Sol." The release secured an impressive #6 spot on Beatport's Techno Raw chart for six consecutive weeks, further boosted by a compelling remix by Dusan Gargurevich.
And in 2023, a significant milestone was achieved: his debut vinyl via Colombia's BCR label, amassing widespread support from DJs worldwide. This journey reflects his exceptional talent and enduring commitment to the realm of electronic music.
Rogers.ec, represents a unique fusion of diverse musical influences, bringing a refreshing and captivating energy to the techno music landscape. His remarkable journey from Ecuador's punk rock scene to becoming a respected figure in NYC's electronic music circuit showcases his dedication, talent, and passion for music.
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Records out on Warriorz Records and NOTKO Records. — their own list on Resident Advisor
The nights
10 listings across 8 nights — one date in September 2023 carries three listings, and all of them are here.
2024
- Sat 9 Mar 2024Galo Spacefirst time · SLIST
2023 — 9 listings
- Sun 17 Dec 2023Xpizzatheir 3rd night · Sanz Productions
- Sat 11 Nov 2023Brooklyn Burjtheir 2nd night · SOLACE, Sanz Productions, TRIM
- Sat 30 Sep 2023Telephonefirst time · Bree Olsson, Finlay Mangan, TakenNYC
- Sat 30 Sep 2023Xpizzatheir 2nd night · SOLACE
- Sat 30 Sep 2023Telephonefirst time
- Sun 24 Sep 2023Home Sweet Homefirst time · TRIM
- Sun 3 Sep 2023Xpizzafirst time · TRIM
- Fri 1 Sep 2023Brooklyn Burjfirst time · NAKT, TakenNYC
- Sat 5 Aug 2023TBA - Brooklyn LoftRADIOACTIVE EVENTS
Their rooms
One tick a night, on the one axis this page has — Aug 2023, where the listings start, to Jan 2027, the last night anybody has announced. The shaded end has not happened yet.
- XpizzaSep 2023 – Dec 20233 nights
- Brooklyn BurjSep 2023 – Nov 20232 nights
Once each: Galo Space, Telephone and Home Sweet Home. One of the 10 listings never named a room, and is not counted as one.
Who they play with
Counted from the bills themselves, over bills of twelve names or fewer. A pair's count includes a night that is announced and not yet played; where there is one, the row says when.
- PurdyTelephone ×2, and 3 more rooms · Sep 2023 – Mar 20244 nights
- CRYFXBTelephone ×2, and 3 more rooms · Sep 2023 – Nov 20234 nights
- Secret RaverXpizza ×2 · Sep 2023 – Dec 20232 nights
- SoundpilotBrooklyn Burj ×1, Xpizza ×1 · Sep 2023 – Nov 20232 nights
- Marcin MierzHome Sweet Home ×1, Xpizza ×1 · Sep 20232 nights
The nights, the rooms and the bills are the listings themselves. The biography, the labels and the photograph are Resident Advisor's. Nothing on this page was written for it.