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RAH

2 listings in one named room, over the last three years · one ahead · Washington DC

Syrian artist RAH, born and raised in the DC area and now based in Brooklyn, NY, is a techno DJ and producer whose sound sits between hypnotic driving techno and the spirit of the early underground scenes that shaped the genre. Rooted in tension, dissonance, and rhythm, her sound pulls from classic techno foundations while pushing toward something raw and modern.

Inspired by the idea of uncertain consistency, RAH builds her sets through layered percussion, contrast, and movement, letting tracks unfold with intention while still leaving room for unpredictability. Her approach is shaped by a deep respect for techno’s roots and a focus on creating energy that feels immersive from start to finish.

She has supported artists including Patrick Mason, Lily Palmer, Alarico, Hector Oaks, DJ Dextro, Anthony Parasole, and Sara Landry. She is also the co-founder of PAST, an event production project dedicated to reawakening the roots of techno culture through immersive experiences that place the sound system before the performer.

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The nights

Who they play with

Three nights on the books, and no name on more than one of them.

25 people have stood on one of these bills; none has stood on two.

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