Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Sat 31 OctGalcher Lustwerk
- next: Dead Letter No. 9, Sat 24 OctMike Servito
- next: public records, Sat 7 NovCosmo
- next: Good Room, Thu 22 OctElle Dee
- ÆON
- Alex.Cosmos
Set times were not published.
Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met
10 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Mike Servito and Cosmo — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 21 Oct 2023.
- Mike Servito and Elle Dee — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 21 Oct 2023.
- Galcher Lustwerk and Cosmo — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 21 Oct 2023.
- Galcher Lustwerk and ÆON — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Oct 2023.
- Mike Servito and ÆON — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Oct 2023.
Who they are
- Their RA profile lists Ghostly International, Tsuba Records, White Material and Lustwerk Music.
Last at Paragon in Aug · often with adobeprincess, DJ Fart in the Club, Bruno Schmidt, none of them here that night
“Some DJs burst upon the scene like a supernova, fading just as quickly.”
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Some DJs burst upon the scene like a supernova, fading just as quickly. Others take years, even decades, to make their way—but those are the ones who make the most impact, thanks to a lifetime of accumulated musical wisdom. Mike Servito is a prime example of the latter. His career is one that’s defined by a slow and steady rise to upper ranks of the deejaying realm—and along the way, he’s perfected a jacking style that equal parts house, acid and techno, a sound that pays homage to the past while being very much of-the-moment. A Detroit-area native, Servito got his early education by tuning into the Electrifying Mojo and the Wizard (Jeff Mill’s radio moniker). By the early ’90s, Servito was primed to try his hand at the deejaying arts, “I was just kind of cocky about it,” he says. “I knew I could do it.” And he was right—in the DJ hotbed of Detroit, internalizing knowledge gleamed from the likes of Mike Huckaby and Claude Young, he kept working at it until he established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the Motor City circuit, eventually becoming a member in good standing with the inner circle of Ghostly International. But Servito felt the need for a change from the sometimes insular environment of Detroit. By the late ’00s, he was living in NYC with no real game plan in place. As it turned out, he didn’t really need one—he soon fell in with the city’s premier techno party, The Bunker, becoming one of its mainstay residents. Around the same time, he was beginning to make his presence known on a global scale, packing dance floors with gigs around the States and around the world. But it was a hometown festival snub in 2014 that really got things going. Servito had played Movement once before, in 2011. “And between then and 2014,” he recalls, “I had been playing so many Bunker parties, playing so many great gigs and my profile was rising—so I was sure they would book me again.” The invite never came. Instead, he booked himself at every Movement after-party he could, one of which was the annual No Way Back, a legendary throw down hosted by The Bunker New York and Detroit’s Interdimensional Transmissions label. The set, a riotously sweaty bleeps-and-beats affair, was recorded for posterity; unexpectedly but deservedly, it garnered a nod as the year’s No 1 online Mix of the Year on Resident Advisor. That was the spark that set Servito’s career aflame, the push that took him to the top. Since then, he’s cemented his status as one of the most respected spinners around, regularly manning the decks at such hallowed halls as Berlin’s Panorama Bar, London’s XOYO and Tokyo’s Contact, not to mention the world’s best festivals—including, of course Movement. And to this day, his approach to deejaying is refreshingly simple: “I really don’t think about it,” he says, “When I’m playing, I just dive in, and I’m OK.” He’s far more than okay—he’s one of the best around.Techno on 7, Acid on 5, House on 5 and Acid House on 3. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on The Bunker New York (2) and Interdimensional Transmissions (1); their RA profile also lists Firehouse and Honey Soundsystem. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at BASEMENT, Le Bain, Elsewhere · often with Shaun J. Wright, S4M23, JADALAREIGN, 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.”
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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 The Brooklyn Monarch, public records, BASEMENT · often with Eli Escobar, Donis, Hidden Spheres, none of them here that night
“The New York City-based multi-disciplinary artist has been a fixture of the city's club scene for over a decade.”
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The New York City-based multi-disciplinary artist has been a fixture of the city's club scene for over a decade. Their sets are known for their remarkable flow and captivating energy, making them a must-see for techno enthusiasts. Elle's music selection has landed them gigs at New York's most iconic venues like Knockdown Center, Basement, Nowadays, Public Records, and more. They have also collaborated with renowned promoters around the world, including Pornceptual, Mala Junta, Wrecked, Merge, and Mamba Negra from their hometown São Paulo, Brazil. In 2020, their event series Mild Fantasy evolved into a record label and global platform in collaboration with Veneno Radio. This endeavor has amplified the voices of the queer and non-binary community within the electronic music scene.Techno on 3, Acid on 1 and Ambient on 1. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on High Noon Music (1), Subsist (1) and VRAAA Records (1); their RA profile also lists Bound. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Good Room, Mi Sabor Cafe, BASEMENT · often with Juana, Lauren Flax, KYRUH, none of them here that night
“Pulling from her influences as a classical musician, the subtle layering of psychedelic techno and pounding grooves gives way to ÆON's signature sound.”
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Pulling from her influences as a classical musician, the subtle layering of psychedelic techno and pounding grooves gives way to ÆON's signature sound. With regular appearances at clubs like Paragon, Basement and Bossa Nova Civic Club, she's quickly become one to watch on the local scene.Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, BASEMENT, Paragon · often with Clarisa Kimskii, LYDO, Marco Neves, none of them here that night
Last at BASEMENT in Sep · often with DREAMINSLOW, Haruka, Chris Cruse, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- The Carry Nation10 with Mike Servito, 3 with ÆON and 3 with Elle Dee
- Lauren Flax8 with Mike Servito and 6 with Elle Dee
- Kilopatrah Jones8 with Mike Servito and 5 with Cosmo
- jay york3 with ÆON and 1 with Alex.Cosmos
- Marco Neves3 with ÆON and 1 with Alex.Cosmos
- Justin Cudmore13 with Mike Servito
- Shaun J. Wright12 with Mike Servito
- JADALAREIGN11 with Mike Servito
315 said they were going — quieter than a usual Saturday at Paragon.
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Paragon507
- Middle half finished between434 and 617
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted135
The room
Paragon — 356 events and 947 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Most-tagged here: Techno (20), Club (18), House (12) and Ghetto Tech (4). genre tags on this room’s listings