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BASEMENT 5 Year Anniversary

BASEMENT52-19 Flushing Ave., Maspeth, NY 11378 · Map

This night happened — Sat 4 May 2024

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Who was billed9 artists

In the order the promoter listed them.

Set times were not published.

Most of these artists had shared a bill before that night.
the pairs that have met

17 of the 36 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

  • Meilgaarden and Ian Crane — 10 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 1 Dec 2023.
  • Newa and LYDO — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 16 Dec 2023.
  • LYDO and cotton — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • Jek and Matas — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Mar 2024.
  • LYDO and Meilgaarden — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Oct 2023.
  • Matas and cotton — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sun 6 Aug 2023.
  • Newa and cotton — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • LYDO and Ian Crane — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 16 Dec 2023.
  • LYDO and Matas — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Oct 2023.
  • ÆON and LYDO — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • ÆON and Meilgaarden — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • ÆON and Ian Crane — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 22 Mar 2024.
  • Jek and cotton — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • Matas and Meilgaarden — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Oct 2023.
  • Matas and Ian Crane — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • ÆON and Matas — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 4 May 2024.
  • Newa and Jek — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 9 Feb 2024.
  • Newa and Ian Crane — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 16 Dec 2023.
  • Jek and Ian Crane — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.

Who they are

  • Ben Klock

    Berlin, Germany · 3 bookings since Sep 2023

    “His long-standing relationship with the notorious Techno institution has formed the backdrop to his success, providing an invaluable platform that has allowed him to become one of the most in-demand DJ-producers of the current generation.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    His long-standing relationship with the notorious Techno institution has formed the backdrop to his success, providing an invaluable platform that has allowed him to become one of the most in-demand DJ-producers of the current generation. Those who have witnessed him perform will note not only the diversity in his track selection, but also his ability to create a room rather than just play to it. Though intense and powerful, his DJ output reflects a certain kind of fervour, capturing an artistry and emotion that can often appear absent from the Techno genre. He also possesses a wonderful understanding of how to adapt his music to the circumstances, a competence that means he can be found at both large-scale festivals and small intimate club settings around the world. Much of his early career was marked by marathon sets – a signature that played a considerable role in nurturing his skills and reputation – but even the more compressed sets he shares today evidence an intricate narrative and sense of flow that defines him as a DJ. It was these inherent abilities that led him to compile the fabric 66 compilation in 2012, before winning the BBC Radio 1’s Essential Mix of the Year award in 2015. Over recent years his focus has been on touring – but his early works, most of which were released via Ostgut Ton, have become landmarks in the imprint’s history. 2009’s “Dawning”, the first of his collaborations with Marcel Dettmann, kickstarted the label itself and remains a stand-out track in its discography. Other releases of particular note include “Subzero”, taken from his Before One EP, and the Compression Session EP (2010). For many, however, it is his album One (2009) that best captures Klock’s talents as a producer. Still today, this seminal record forms a reference point for all Techno long-players. His skills as a remixer have also seen him rework tracks by a wide variety of artists, including Kerri Chandler, Depeche Mode, Robert Hood and Kenny Larkin. Additionally, Klock also runs Klockworks, a label he founded in 2006 as a home for his more raw and minimal productions. The focus, however, has shifted over recent years, with the label becoming a medium for him to present his more diverse personal tastes and support developing talents. Trevino, DVS1 and Etapp Kyle have all released on the imprint during the earlier stages of their careers. The growth of the label has been aided by a series of showcases at various international locations, including London’s Village Underground, New York, Barcelona, Detroit and Berlin, with more on the horizon.
    Their RA profile lists BPitch, Ostgut Ton, Rekids, Memo and 6 more.

    Recently at Knockdown Center · often with Berghain, Säule, Fadi Mohem, none of them here that night

  • Newa

    Tbilisi, Georgia · 12 bookings since Dec 2023

    “musician from Tbilisi the concrete town”

    their own biography

    Their RA profile lists Klockworks, Sub.spiele, Blue Hour, Anagram and 6 more.

    Last at BASEMENT in Feb · often with Berghain, Kancheli, 98dots, none of them here that night

  • ÆON

    New York City · 36 bookings since Aug 2023

    “Pulling from her influences as a classical musician, the subtle layering of psychedelic techno and pounding grooves gives way to ÆON's signature sound.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    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 Paragon, BASEMENT, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with Clarisa Kimskii, Marco Neves, jay york, none of them here that night

  • LYDO

    New York City · 62 bookings since Sep 2023

    “Lydo is a Filipino-born Vietnamese-American sound artist.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Lydo is a Filipino-born Vietnamese-American sound artist. As a resident DJ of BASEMENT NY, their distinctive sets explode the parameters of techno, deftly cutting across genres while retaining a highly personal emotional resonance. Whenever Lydo plays, it’s best to leave your expectations at the door and simply prepare for an unexpected array of sonic thrills, ranging from visceral and grooving to mind-bendingly experimental. A trans artist themselves, Lydo launched X-TRA.SERVICES to serve and create space for queer, trans, and nonbinary people of color. This ethos of care and insurgent collectivity runs through their broader practice. They have performed at Berlin Atonal, Draaimolen Festival, Bourse de Commerce, and Bassiani, as well as subterranean parties and festivals across North America, Europe, and Asia. Beyond the club, Lydo works with sound through installation, composition, and curation. Their abstract, experimental work spans museum and institutional contexts, including MoMA PS1, SculptureCenter, and Kunsthalle Basel, among others. In 2025, they launched care., an itinerant series for live and experimental sound that continues to explore new sonic forms in unexpected contexts.
    Their RA profile lists X-TRA.SERVICES.

    Recently at BASEMENT, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with The Carry Nation, Juana, Shaun J. Wright, none of them here that night

  • Jek

    Seattle · 31 bookings since Sep 2023

    Their RA profile lists Earth Dog.

    Recently at Good Room, BASEMENT, Mood Ring · often with djfix, Mariposa, adobeprincess, none of them here that night

  • Matas

    New York City · 45 bookings since Aug 2023

    Recently at BASEMENT, Nowadays, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with Roza Terenzi, Aurora Halal, Emsho, none of them here that night

  • Meilgaarden

    Stockholm, Sweden · 56 bookings since Aug 2023

    “Meilgaarden started her DJ journey in 2016 in Stockholm, Sweden.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Meilgaarden started her DJ journey in 2016 in Stockholm, Sweden. After her move to New York in 2018, she started the intimate Thursday club night Sound Gymnastics that became a frequent night at Mood Ring. Throughout the years, she cemented her sound and presence behind the booth, and is now a regular at BASEMENT, appears consistently at Nowadays, Public Records, Bossa Nova, Paragon, and more. She is also the co-host of Mister Sister and is a regular at The Lot Radio.
    Acid House on 1 and House on 1. styles on their catalogued releases
    Their RA profile lists Sorry Records and PLOT.

    Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Nowadays, Mansions · often with Byron Yeates, Yazzus, Amelia Holt, none of them here that night

  • Ian Crane

    New York City · 35 bookings since Sep 2023 · Basement and Berghain techno

    “Ian Crane is a Brooklyn-based DJ, originally hailing from the mountains of Northern California.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Ian Crane is a Brooklyn-based DJ, originally hailing from the mountains of Northern California. Inspired by the transformative power of the rave, Ian’s timeless selections on the dance floor tend towards the dramatic, uplifting, and sincere.

    Recently at BASEMENT, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with DJ TOOL, Mixed Greens, Byron Yeates, none of them here that night

  • cotton

    New York City · 53 bookings since Aug 2023

    Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, H0L0, Nowadays · often with Juliana Huxtable, Kilopatrah Jones, Massimiliano Pagliara, none of them here that night

names these artists often play with — not that night
  • The Carry Nation6 with LYDO, 3 with ÆON and 3 with Newa
  • Philippa Pacho3 with cotton, 2 with LYDO and 2 with Newa
  • Berghain8 with Ben Klock and 3 with Newa
  • Juana6 with LYDO and 4 with cotton
  • Juliana Huxtable6 with cotton and 4 with LYDO
  • Kilopatrah Jones5 with cotton and 3 with Newa
  • Shaun J. Wright4 with cotton and 4 with LYDO
  • Concrete Husband4 with LYDO and 3 with ÆON
1,966 said they were going — about like a usual Saturday at BASEMENT.
how this compares
  • Median final count, Saturdays at BASEMENT1,868
  • Middle half finished between1,512 and 2,298
  • Past Saturdays at this venue counted144

The room

BASEMENT — 294 events and 630 distinct artists since Aug 2023.

Holds about 500.

Artist photos: Resident Advisor, event 1907582.

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

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