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Teksupport x Drumcode

Adam Beyer, Charles D b2b Cole Knight, Chris Avantgarde

TBA - BLDG 293 - BK Navy Yard, New York City

This night happened — Fri 29 Mar 2024

Drumcode and Teksupport

Press play

Who was billed5 artists

In the order the promoter listed them.

Set times were not published.

Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met

9 of the 10 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

  • Adam Beyer and Charles D — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 29 Mar 2024.

Who they are

  • Adam Beyer

    Sweden · 6 bookings since Dec 2023

    “Adam Beyer occupies a firm position among the few techno originators who’ve stayed at the top of their game since the ‘90s.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Adam Beyer occupies a firm position among the few techno originators who’ve stayed at the top of their game since the ‘90s. The Swede’s three-decade career is an impressive unfurling of steadfast, future-focussed innovation and expansion. Beyer has performed at nearly every club and festival around the world multiple times, he’s the first to have racked up 100 Awakenings appearances, he’s turned in two rounds on Radio 1’s Essential Mix and an entry into fabric’s mix series, built a vast catalogue of vital records, released under various aliases, and launched three record labels, including the gargantuan Drumcode, a world-dominating brand with a syndicated radio show, weekly show on streaming platforms and global wide events. Beyer’s vocation kicked off as he galvanised the dawning of a new wave of European techno in the mid ‘90s with releases on Planet Rhythm Records and the iconic Drumcode imprint. Adolescent impatience spurred the launch of his label in 1996. With a vast stack of his records good to go and Beyer being eager to speed up the release process, he threw money into a venture that would sooner give his cuts a stomping ground. Drumcode would soon grow at supersonic speed with his own high-voltage material being released alongside early records from Cari Lekebusch, Joel Mull, Marco Carola, Henrik B and Hardcell. Today there’s no bigger label or brand in techno than Drumcode. It’s long been an entry point into techno, ushering in millions of ravers. An impressive roster of artists feature across an unbroken schedule of worldwide, sustainable events, with a high point being a two-year run of its own booming festival. The imprint has already surpassed its 250th release - a historic collaboration that had Kevin Saunderson revive his E-Dancer moniker for remix treatment. Celebrating the origins of techno, Beyer came through once again on his commitment to respecting the sound, maintaining its integrity and pushing things forward with a diverse line-up of artists including Robert Hood, DJ Mink, Amelie Lens, Len Faki, TYGAPAW, DJ Bone, rRoxymore, Bart Skills and Layton Giordani. “Techno is more diverse than it’s been in a long time. The underground scene is thriving again. I started Drumcode as a counterculture movement, so it’s encouraging to see the energy in it - this youth punk feeling feeding back into techno again.” A true festival headliner, his main stage performances consistently push the envelope of sonic and visual possibility. Beyer’s diligence and devotion to deftly preparing for each set is what fuels his ability in cultivating clubbing environments that are consistently abuzz with euphoria. Guaranteed to enjoy that special treatment in 2023 are clubbers headed for Ibiza with Beyer’s 10-week residency at Hï Ibiza in the main room alongside fellow Swede Eric Prydz. He’s also leading yet another residency at M2 Miami - the latest brainchild from the team behind Ultra, headlining two nights at Coachella, touring South Africa and South America, and lining up festivals Tomorrowland, Awakenings, Creamfields, Junction 2 and many more.
    Their RA profile lists Tortured Records, Soma Records, Cocoon Recordings, novamute and 6 more.

    Last at Hearsay in Mar · often with Jivan Calderone, Konstantin Sibold, Kasia, none of them here that night

  • Charles D

    Sicily, Italy · 13 bookings since Oct 2023

    “Electronic Music Producer/ DJ - Charles D is coming off an impressive 2019, in which he received support from some of the biggest names in the industry such as: Eric Prydz, Adam Beyer, Simon Patterson, Ramon Tapia, Veerus, Maksim Dark, Drunken Kong, Bryan Kearney, John Gibbons, Agent Orange, Anakim, Redux Saints, and more.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Electronic Music Producer/ DJ - Charles D is coming off an impressive 2019, in which he received support from some of the biggest names in the industry such as: Eric Prydz, Adam Beyer, Simon Patterson, Ramon Tapia, Veerus, Maksim Dark, Drunken Kong, Bryan Kearney, John Gibbons, Agent Orange, Anakim, Redux Saints, and more. The quality of his progressive sound draws on a mix of synths and external sequencers, representing a hybrid of hypnotic arpeggio synth lines with dark saturated techno baselines. On the first Friday of each month his audience can tune in to his radio show, Synthesized Radio, where his taste of Techno is on full display. In 2020 Charles D not only has gigs lined up in NYC, Los Angeles, Miami, and Washington DC, but also has numerous releases in the works.The evolution of the signature Charles D sound is gaining momentum with each release and performance.
    Their RA profile lists Fierce Animal Recordings, Say What? Recordings and Le Club Records.

    Recently at SILO, Superior Ingredients · often with Yotto, Amanda Usher, MEDINA, none of them here that night

  • Cole Knight

    Los Angeles · 9 bookings since Oct 2023

    “Miami-based DJ, producer, and vocalist Cole Knight is stepping into her place as a commanding force across the dance floor.”

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    Miami-based DJ, producer, and vocalist Cole Knight is stepping into her place as a commanding force across the dance floor. Knight’s unique perspective on sound reflects her diverse influences, built from her Midwestern roots and fine-tuned on global stages like Coachella, Exit Festival, Day Zero Tulum and club institutions such as Ibiza’s DC10, UNVRS, Berlin’s Sisyphos, and Club Space in Miami. As a DJ, Knight delivers versatile and immersive sets packed with a rolling blend of acid, house, and hard groove, with whispers of techno, UKG and breaks. Her evolution as an artist has always been reflected in her diverse curation. In charge of a dance floor, she moves gracefully across genres and styles, all while maintaining a groove-laced through line within her musical storytelling. Throughout 2025, Knight released her most confident and focused tracks to date on esteemed labels like Life and Death, Higher Ground, and Factory 93 Records, adding to her growing discography alongside previous releases on Black Book Records and He. She. They. The year concluded with the launch of her new brand ‘Knight Club’, debuting with a stage takeover at Factory Town during Art Basel in Miami. She continues the momentum into 2026 with her upcoming release, “Body Control,” set to arrive on Nervous Records in February. Prior to her career in music, Knight developed her foundational relationship with sound through training in sound meditation with David Shemesh and Alexandre Tannous, widely regarded as leading figures of the practice. Her focus on sound healing and meditation informed a deeper understanding of sound as a tool for both connection and transformation. Now, she leads her own project Duality is Reality, which integrates breathwork and meditation into immersive sound experiences. Duality has always been a central theme in Knight’s creative output. A former computer science major, her transition into music production felt intuitive as her love of electronic music grew. Also a poetry writer since childhood, she brings storytelling, lyricism, and her own vocals into her original productions and continues to bridge the technical and expressive in her music and evolving artistic vision. Cole Knight is solidifying her place in dance music as a distinct and powerful new voice, one that honors sound as a true listening practice – whether in a meditation or out on a dance floor. See you at the Knight Club.
    Their RA profile lists Black Book Records and HE.SHE.THEY. RECORDS.

    Recently at Hearsay, Bldg 293 - BK Navy Yard, Elsewhere · often with Boy Sanders, Pegassi, Airrica, none of them here that night

  • Chris Avantgarde

    2 bookings since Mar 2024

    often with OMRI., AWEN, LE YORA, none of them here that night

  • Layton Giordani

    New York City · 9 bookings since Sep 2023 · Festival tech-house headliners

    “A true artist in every sense of the word, Layton Giordani stands firmly as one of the most popular tastemakers of techno’s new school, with his pioneering musical vision serving as a contemporary voice for the younger generation.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    A true artist in every sense of the word, Layton Giordani stands firmly as one of the most popular tastemakers of techno’s new school, with his pioneering musical vision serving as a contemporary voice for the younger generation. Spending years acquiring knowledge from musical greats, the 28 year old possesses a wealth of experience far beyond his years and has now undeniably earned his rank in the upper echelon of techno. With a repertoire that knows no bounds, the dexterous New Yorker has explored a new dimension of scope with each passing year, nurturing a monumental discography that echoes staunch dedication to his craft. Giordani’s palpable successes can be largely credited to his extensive stock of knowledge, garnered through an insatiable work ethic and years spent earning his keep in the industry. Solely focused on his passion for music from the age of just 13, Giordani’s path forever changed at 19 years old after watching Danny Tenaglia perform live at Pacha NYC. Deeply inspired by the formative experience, Layton began to master his craft behind the decks, landing a pivotal residency at Brooklyn’s Output NY that would consequently steam-roll his career into quick maturity. Thanks to the faith they instilled in him, Layton turned heads and began making a name for himself through his deft touch and sharp ear. Seeking further guidance from another of the long-standing greats, Giordani spent countless hours under the mentorship of Adam Beyer, honing his composition talents and studying the cardinal cuts of techno’s rich history. The affiliation resulted in Giordani’s first releases under the Swedish maven’s storied imprints; an EP titled Unspoken on Truesoul followed shortly by Rivington, his input to Drumcode’s celebrated A-Sides series. News of the untapped star’s fresh sensibilities circulated and in 2017, Giordani erupted onto the scene with his aptly-named debut album contribution to Drumcode in the form of Where It Begins. The 12-track LP served as the first seismic indication of his capabilities and subsequently received critical acclaim from artists, new fans and industry specialists alike. These nascent experiences take on greater meaning when you consider Giordani would collaborate with Tenaglia just a matter of months after the LP’s release, dropping the standout Live Again before 2017 would dawn. Today, the cut is still considered by many to be a modern-day Drumcode classic. Just one short year later and the advancement of Giordani’s career showed no signs of slowing as he teamed up for a distinguished three-way collaboration alongside Beyer and Chicago legend Green Velvet for Space Date. The single was the sound of the summer and matched the prosper of his touring schedule, which now included main stage appearances at Drumcode Festival, Melt! Festival, Warehouse Project, Motion Bristol, Resistance Ibiza, and the Gashouder for Awakenings x Adam Beyer presents Drumcode, among many more. Another stellar solo EP titled Phase II soundtracked the year and led to several more resume-building releases, such as his 2019 hit Chrome, which dominated Drumcode’s A-Sides Vol. 8 compilation, as well as another collaborative effort with Green Velvet on Fuzion; his inaugural release for Relief Records. Replete with creative aspiration and further seeking to express his unique perspective on the genre, 2020 saw the delivery of Giordani’s most complete and robust offering to date, with his sophomore album New Generation. Crafting a critically acclaimed sound through inspirations far removed from techno, the hyper- talented producer presented an opus that favoured ambiences and immersive city soundscapes. Giordani distilled the future into album form with these 11 tracks, citing a refined sound palette built on artistic vibrancy. The LP marked a decisive pivot in Drumcode’s production output, advocating Layton’s nouveau strain of modernised techno in its most tailored form. Diving headfirst into his career with unmatched tenacity, Layton Giordani has achieved more in a matter of years than most artists will in a lifetime and yet he’s still barely skimmed the surface of the possibilities that lie ahead. His unapologetic approach to composition and thirst for knowledge has ensured his seminal status as one of techno’s elite, as he continues to entrench himself as the industry’s new school luminary.
    Their RA profile lists Intec Digital, Renaissance, Drumcode, Relief Records and 2 more.

    Recently at Superior Ingredients, Randall's Island · often with SCRIPT, Weska, Adam Sellouk, none of them here that night

names these artists often play with — not that night
  • Green Velvet2 with Layton Giordani and 1 with Cole Knight
  • Bart Skils1 with Adam Beyer and 1 with Charles D
  • Kasia1 with Adam Beyer and 1 with Charles D
  • Konstantin Sibold1 with Adam Beyer and 1 with Charles D
  • Victor Ruiz1 with Adam Beyer and 1 with Charles D
  • Airrica2 with Cole Knight
  • Amanda Usher2 with Charles D
  • Danny Avila2 with Charles D
115 said they were going.

The room

TBA - BLDG 293 - BK Navy Yard — 1 event and 5 distinct artists since Mar 2024.

Who put it on

Drumcode — 1 event and 5 artists since Mar 2024.

Teksupport — 219 events and 298 artists since Aug 2023.

Artist photos: Resident Advisor, event 1842583.

Attending counts, venue and promoter records, co-billing history and scene names: adrift’s record of New York City events.

Quoted passages are the promoter’s or the artist’s own words, unedited.