Fashion is Dead... An Unfashionable Dance Party
Artsdistrict Brooklyn25 Franklin St, Brooklyn, NY 11222 · Map
This night happened — Fri 10 Nov 2023
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Who was billed7 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- Total Freedom
- next: Le Bain, Wed 21 OctEli Escobar
- next: Good Room, Fri 23 OctKim Anh
- next: BASEMENT, Fri 30 OctSKIN
- next: H0L0, Sat 24 OctSterling Juan Diaz
- next: public records, Sun 1 Novx3butterfly
- Bobby Beethoven
Set times were not published.
Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met
11 of the 21 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Total Freedom and Bobby Beethoven — 9 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Oct 2023.
- Kim Anh and SKIN — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Sterling Juan Diaz and Bobby Beethoven — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Sterling Juan Diaz and x3butterfly — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Eli Escobar and Kim Anh — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Thu 24 Aug 2023.
- Eli Escobar and x3butterfly — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Kim Anh and Sterling Juan Diaz — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Kim Anh and x3butterfly — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Eli Escobar and SKIN — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
- Eli Escobar and Sterling Juan Diaz — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 10 Nov 2023.
Who they are
Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Paragon · often with Daniro, sodomahigomorra, BOBBY BEETHOVEN FKA, none of them here that night
“With over two decades of electronic music eminence, Eli Escobar has confirmed his place amongst dance music greats.”
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With over two decades of electronic music eminence, Eli Escobar has confirmed his place amongst dance music greats. With an unparalleled record collection of handpicked gems and curveball productions, Escobar guides revellers through the heartbeat of music, from the past to the future. Always looking forward and keeping step with evolving generational tastes, Escobar has redefined his sound in recent years. As an acquainted DJ & Producer, the dance music veteran cut his teeth into the epicentre of 1990’s New York City hedonism and set the foundations for an admirable career. Releasing music on influential labels such as Phonica, Razor n Tape, Defected’s ‘Classic’ and his very own label imprint Night People, only gives a snapshot into the depth of his discovery. Spanning over more than 20 years, the influence and presence of Eli Escobar is undeniable in every corner of dance music. As a selector he has appeared on a variety of influential platforms including BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix, Resident Advisor's Exchange Podcast, Boiler Room, Mixmag ‘The Lab’ and The Lot Radio, only to name a few. Likewise transporting his sound to dancefloors across the world with residencies at House of Yes, Le Bain, Battlehymn and beyond. Globally respected and recognised as a forward thinking producer, Escobar’s output steps beyond conventional dance music with remix work for the likes of Lana Del Rey, M.I.A., Honey Dijon, Cakes Da Killa and many more. Now heading into 2023 Eli looks to stay true to his musical progressionHouse on 82, Deep House on 44, Disco on 17 and Nu-Disco on 12. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on Deep South Recordings (3) (1), Off Track Recordings (1) and Potions Music (1); their RA profile also lists Classic, Phonica Records, Razor-N-Tape, Deeplomatic Recordings and 3 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Jupiter Disco, Good Bar, House of Yes · often with DJ Moma, Andi, Sissies of Mercy, none of them here that night
“American DJ and producer Kim Anh has been a staple of the queer dance music underground for two decades.”
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American DJ and producer Kim Anh has been a staple of the queer dance music underground for two decades. She has gone on to make an indelible impact on the nightlife scenes she's been a part of in Los Angeles and New York, where she currently splits her time between NYC and the Hudson Valley. The founder of groundbreaking queer parties like Booby Trap! and Tendencies, Kim Anh helped underline the queer and POC history of dance music, bringing it back to its roots. Her production and songwriting blends classic house and electronic with a contemporary sensibility, with catchy hooks and edgy, sensual lyrics, described by DJ Mag as "lucid and absorbing, and conveying an assertion and power." She’s been a top 10 Beatport artist with features in Mix Mag (UK & Asia), DJ Mag, Resident Advisor and LA Weekly to name a few. More recently, Kim Anh started her own Can U Not Talk Records label, and has also been featured on labels like Live At Robert Johnson, Afro Acid and Nervous Records. She's collaborated with artists from across the electronic music spectrum such as Roy Davis. Jr, Massimiliano Pagliara, Peaches and Cerrone.House on 8, Deep House on 5, Nu-Disco on 5 and Acid on 3. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on Can U Not Talk Records (1), Delusions Of Grandeur (1) and Nervous Records (1); their RA profile also lists International DeeJay Gigolo Records, EMI Records, Afro Acid Digital, Live At Robert Johnson and 2 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at public records, Elsewhere, Good Room · often with The Carry Nation, Michael Magnan, Mike Servito, none of them here that night
“Best known as the lead singer of Skunk Anansie, Skin is one of Britain’s leading and acclaimed rock singers & songwriters.”
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Best known as the lead singer of Skunk Anansie, Skin is one of Britain’s leading and acclaimed rock singers & songwriters. Born and brought up in Brixton, South London, she rejected the safe haven of soul/R&B session singing by literally diving headlong into hardcore rock. Since she emerged in the mid ‘90s with Skunk Anansie, Skin has been a groundbreaking presence. Seeing a lot of similarities between dance music & rock music , she convinced the band to do remixes with DJs at a time when this wasn’t commonplace. This led to their hit song ‘Weep’ being remixed by the legendary Junior Vasquez with heavy rotation on the infamous Twilo dancefloor. Her love of the dancefloor began at early acid raves in the countryside to weekends taking in the London underground at TRADE, Heaven & DTPM. After spending years spinning at house parties from her massive collection of vinyl, in 2007 she was sold an old Pioneer Mixer by her friend and Legendary Dj Damien Lazarus and her jump to digital and her new obsession took hold. Flash forward years later & Skin has found her passion with sexy techno grooves that ooze warmth and fat bottom bass. “There is no fast road to being a good Dj, it literally takes years of non-stop work, it takes years of failure to understand how to get it right, it’s the same with production, luckily I already had a few skills in that area, mainly good ears but still you never really know until you test them on the dancefloor...when you feel that room shake THAT’S when you know you got it right!” She has also released Techno music under the pseudonym ‘ Juvenal’ on Nicole Moudaber’s Mood Records (2016) along with a 5 track collaboration with Nicole called #Breed that included a collab with Zebra Katz, original Techno Tracks with Nicole, and a Remix album #BREEDRMXS with remixes by Jamie Jones, Carl Craig, Pan Pot, Paco Osuna, Scuba & more. She has played at iconic clubs all over the world from Fabric Nightclub in London, Sound in LA, Space in Ibiza, Plastic & Magazzini Generalli in Milan, Output & Avant Gardner in NY, along with sets at festivals from Coachella to Kappa Future Festival in Torino, LadyLand Festival in Brooklyn, & Love Festival in London. After taking some time off to tour with Skunk Anansie & to write her chart topping memoir “It Takes Blood & Guts” she’s been working on a new solo electronic album & continuing with her seasonal weekly radio show on Abolut Radio. Skin has recently relocated to Brooklyn & is looking forward to bringing her upbeat yet dark techno vibes to sweaty dancefloors on this side of the pond!Their RA profile lists Mood Records.often with Michael Magnan, Josh Steers, The Carry Nation, none of them here that night
“Sterling Juan Diaz has an instinctive feel for groove.”
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Sterling Juan Diaz has an instinctive feel for groove. Born in New York City & raised between there & the Dominican Republic, he was captivated by the percussive rhythms of hip-hop & latin music from a young age, fostering a diverse musical passion. Once he taught himself to DJ, his eclectic taste & skill quickly gained attention in New York City's queer nightlife, becoming a staple at parties like Nowadays Nonstop, Papi Juice, & BASEMENT’s resident party FIST. Diaz's insatiable appetite for music, discerning taste, & impressive mixing skills have solidified his reputation for delivering electrifying, sets consistently. His innovative, captivating style has earned him spots at festivals such as Honcho Campout, DWELLER, & Wire Festival, & has taken him to parties across the nation, including Atlanta’s Back Room & Washington D.C.’s Flower Factory. Internationally, Diaz has performed at The MECA Art Fair in the Dominican Republic, as well as at Buttons & Sysiphos in Berlin, Germany. In July 2023, Diaz was chosen as an opening DJ for Beyoncé’s New York City show during her record-breaking Renaissance World Tour, joining a distinguished roster of DJs celebrating the album’s tribute to Black queer & trans history. From his curatorial work as a resident DJ of Playground Radio & their annual Block Party to his recurring club night SIMPULSO at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Diaz has established himself as an unmissable voice in Brooklyn's new generation of young selectors. His sets range from chest-rumbling bass wubs to euphoric house keys, showcasing the rich heritage of the underground while exploring the depths of sound through the rhythmic threads of his Dominican roots. Sterling Juan Diaz has not only crafted a unique musical identity but also stands as a beacon of collaboration & community building.Recently at Paragon, Bossa Nova Civic Club, Nowadays · often with Makadsi, ALEXIS DE LA ROSA, Sekucci, none of them here that night
“Heavily influenced by innovators such as Throbbing Gristle and Floorplan, their productions encapsulated sounds that were inspired by the UK and Detroit, and were complimented with live spoken word.”
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Heavily influenced by innovators such as Throbbing Gristle and Floorplan, their productions encapsulated sounds that were inspired by the UK and Detroit, and were complimented with live spoken word. After moving to Berlin in 2016, they transitioned from performance art to DJing, where their sets on HÖR facilitated their breakthrough as a DJ. Having drawn inspiration from early industrial and techno pioneers, x3butterfly’s sets retain a raw and ominous quality, with a club twist. Prioritizing the eclectic, they often aim to take listeners on a story-telling journey while simultaneously keeping them on the dance floor. Their sets combine jungle, drum and bass, R&B, dubstep, techno, and other world sounds at 140-160 BPM. x3butterfly has played in various clubs in Mexico, Germany, Denmark, Greece, as well as a multitude of cities in the US. They have quickly become a rising NYC star, DJing notorious NYC venues such as Bossa Nova, Mood Ring, and Nowadays. You can find their most recent production titled “Holy War Remix” on Rubby’s Pájaro Malo Remix EP on Spotify.Bass Music on 2, Breaks on 2, House on 2 and Techno on 2. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on Clasico Records (2) (1) and subglow (1); their RA profile also lists PLOT. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Jupiter Disco, The Sultan Room, Elsewhere · often with The Carry Nation, Joy Orbison, Physical Therapy, none of them here that night
Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, MoMA PS1 · often with MORENXXX, Sevyn Love, Daniro, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- The Carry Nation13 with Eli Escobar, 7 with Kim Anh, 4 with x3butterfly and 2 with SKIN
- Tedd Patterson16 with Eli Escobar and 4 with Kim Anh
- Sissies of Mercy15 with Eli Escobar and 3 with Kim Anh
- ALEXIS DE LA ROSA11 with Sterling Juan Diaz and 3 with Bobby Beethoven
- MORENXXX7 with Sterling Juan Diaz and 5 with Bobby Beethoven
- Josh Steers7 with Sterling Juan Diaz and 4 with SKIN
- Michael Magnan6 with Kim Anh and 5 with SKIN
- Juliana Huxtable6 with Sterling Juan Diaz and 2 with Bobby Beethoven
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The room
Artsdistrict Brooklyn — 12 events and 42 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Who put it on
Ladyfag — 71 events and 193 artists since Aug 2023.