Folamour, Laurence Guy, Cosmo [SOLD OUT]
Knockdown Center52-19 Flushing Ave., Queens, NY 11378 · Map
This night happened — Fri 27 Oct 2023
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Who was billed3 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
Who they are
“founder of FHUO. insta : folamour_fhuo”
their own biography
Their RA profile lists Classic, Neovinyl Recordings, Fauxpas Musik, Sleazy Beats Recordings and 6 more.often with Leroy Rey, Meriem S, Ana Molina, none of them here that night
“Having crafted his own signature of sophisticated underground music, Laurence Guy has amassed a collection of loyal listeners and tastemakers, all of whom are united in an appreciation for his outstanding production abilities and talents as a DJ.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Having crafted his own signature of sophisticated underground music, Laurence Guy has amassed a collection of loyal listeners and tastemakers, all of whom are united in an appreciation for his outstanding production abilities and talents as a DJ. Emerging, like many young UK artists, from the grassroots of genres such as D’n’B and Dubstep, he has always been keen to explore his own personal artistic vision. Delving into different musical routes and testing new sonic directions has kept Laurence at the forefront of a scene where trends can change quickly and leave others behind. The first, complete culmination of his artistry came in the form of his critically acclaimed debut album on Church Records in 2017. “Saw You For The First Time” followed a string of admired EPs and projected his name to new heights. The release was lauded by many beloved selectors and figure heads, most notably by esteemed producer and DJ, Move D, whose enduring support of Laurence’s releases provides an assured stamp of approval. Never one to stand still, Laurence followed this success with an EP on renowned Japanese label Mule Musiq “All I See Is Her” and most recently a standout debut mini-album for Sweden’s finest Studio Barnhus, and string of EPs for Shall Not Fade which was every part the mature and seasoned follow up all had been hoping for. A restless digger, Laurence can be found rummaging through the dusty crates of his local charity shops looking for samples to expand his sound palate, some of which have made their way onto his edits label Accidental Pieces. With such an active pursuit of music both old and new, Laurence has established himself as a selector, playing globally at some of the best venues and festivals around, as well as holding down a residency on London’s storied Rinse FM station. Guy is also developing himself as a live artist, both solo and as part of the Circle Of Live family, and has already been selected alongside some of the most notorious live acts in the world. Laurence’s willingness to probe new styles and inspect unfamiliar spaces is part of what has led to him becoming one of the UK’s finest exports. He has surely become one of the most promising talents in our scene.Their RA profile lists Nettwerk, Dirt Crew Recordings, Mule Musiq, Studio Barnhus and 6 more.often with Aroop Roy, Barbara Boeing, Stump Valley, none of them here that night
“Born in Ohio and raised by New York clubs, Cosmo is a shining modern representative of the city’s Golden Age of DJing, in skill, in spirit, and in sensibility.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Born in Ohio and raised by New York clubs, Cosmo is a shining modern representative of the city’s Golden Age of DJing, in skill, in spirit, and in sensibility. A forever student of 90s subcultures, Cosmo is now an authority in connecting those dots, decompartmentalizing genres during her sets and revitalizing the club as a much needed space for expression and joy. Cosmo may open a night with her early entry points to dance music, gospel and funk and vocal-heavy RnB, and proceed to blend break beats with new jack swing or old-school house with tribal—all delivered with remarkable clarity of voice and a sense of self that fueled her fated teenage move to New York to DJ over a decade ago. Being from the Midwest, her house music literacy circles its epicenters and favors groovy records, warm basslines, playful vocals, and elating instrumentals that stir the spirit. Her deep knowledge, cultural curiosity, and refreshing authenticity make Cosmo one of New York’s most in-demand DJs, a regular at the most iconic clubs and a Fashion Week party go-to. She is a resident at Public Records, where she can explore every inch of her collection and join forces with legends like Sandy Rivera as well as other torchbearing peers. She’s represented the city sharing the decks with her heroes like Honey Dijon and Mike Dunn, and on esteemed platforms such as Benji B’s BBC Radio 1 show and Luke Solomon’s Classic Music Company show. As a longtime resident at The Lot Radio, Cosmo gets the opportunity to share everything she cherishes and often includes parts of her CD and magazine archives. Music has soundtracked Cosmo’s every move. Her gratitude for her practice is apparent, and her effervescence behind the decks reaches the crowd no matter the size of the room—a musical hug that holds dancers through times good and bad.Recently at Paragon, The Brooklyn Monarch, public records · often with Eli Escobar, Donis, Hidden Spheres, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Ge-ology4 with Cosmo and 1 with Folamour
- Eli Escobar9 with Cosmo
- Donis7 with Cosmo
- Kilopatrah Jones5 with Cosmo
- Kim Ann Foxman4 with Cosmo
- Niara Sterling4 with Cosmo
- Simon Heyliger4 with Cosmo
- Belinda Becker3 with Cosmo
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Knockdown Center221
- Middle half finished between79 and 383
- Past Fridays at this venue counted96
The room
Knockdown Center — 251 events and 819 distinct artists since Aug 2023.


