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OCHA RECORDS 18 YR ANNIVERSARY W/ CASAMENA, Coflo, Bradford James & DJ CUBA

KEYBAR143 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206 · Map

This night happened — Fri 19 Jul 2024

Ocha Media and TPATPnyc

Press play

Who was billed4 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

4 of the 6 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

  • Coflo and Bradford James — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sun 14 Jul 2024.
  • Carlos Mena and Bradford James — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sun 5 May 2024.

Who they are

  • Carlos Mena

    2 bookings since May 2024

    often with D*Sol, Ali Coleman, none of them here that night

  • Coflo

    San Francisco/Oakland · 3 bookings since Jul 2024

    “Cody "Coflo" Ferreira began to study American club dance at the age of 13; where almost immediately his love for the music and the arts became something personal and necessary in his day to day life.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Cody "Coflo" Ferreira began to study American club dance at the age of 13; where almost immediately his love for the music and the arts became something personal and necessary in his day to day life. Born and raised from Hawaiian and Portuguese folk musicians, Coflo was immersed in music as far back as he can remember. Through the years Coflo has travelled the world learning, teaching and performing dance. He has won many international tournaments of "House Dance" and is known for his connections to the artistry collective "The Soulshifters" as well as the legendary dance crew "Circle of Fire". As his time in the study and practice of American "club dance" has continued to mature his love and dedication for music has also matured. Coflo began studying music theory and the arts of "house music" production. Now some 8 years later Coflo has had remix releases on deep, soulful and afro house record labels: Soso Deep, Ocha Records and King Street. As Coflo continues to develop his artistic lens on "house music" he enjoys trying his hand at various sounds and music traditions. In late 2014 he was blessed to be a part of a brilliant "more traditional" Capoeira music project titled "Berimbau Chorou" by Contramestre Recruta. Coflo's involvement ranged as a singer, musician, audio engineer and associate producer of the project. During this time Coflo also founded the Soulshifters' collective music label of Catch The Ghost records; where he was to release some of his own original music as well as numerous remix projects such as: Gazin', Dance Floor Warriors and Soulfado. Fast forward to today and Coflo continues to manage Catch The Ghost Records and looks to release some more of his original music on other labels in the "house music" community. All of this without loosing a step in his dance or Capoeira studies and training.
    Their RA profile lists Local Talk, Double Cheese Records, MoBlack Records, Ocha Records and 3 more.

    Last at Now & Then NYC in Jul · often with Ant Blue, Lovie, DJ Spen, none of them here that night

  • Bradford James

    New York City · 28 bookings since Aug 2023

    “Throughout his illustrious journey, he has consistently graced countless events, enchanting audiences all over the United States and Canada with his unmatched musical prowess.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Throughout his illustrious journey, he has consistently graced countless events, enchanting audiences all over the United States and Canada with his unmatched musical prowess. For the past two decades and counting, Bradford has embraced the role of event curator, meticulously handpicking each element to create unforgettable experiences. His passion for soulful house music has led him to share the stage with some of the industry's most revered talents, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and souls of his listeners. In 2021, Bradford's exceptional talent and dedication to his craft were recognized as he secured the impressive #24 spot on the "Bembe Awards Top 100 DJ List." This accolade placed him among the crème de la crème of the culture, cementing his status as a true maestro of his genre. Beyond his accomplishments as a DJ, Bradford has also made significant contributions as a music producer. Officially breaking into the scene in 2005, he made an immediate impact with his distinct sound. His releases and collaborations appeared on esteemed labels such as Trippin UK, Shack Music UK, Shelter Records, Future Vision, Seed Recordings, DailySession, and Yoruba Records have captivated audiences around the globe. To date, Bradford has crafted and unleashed over 100 original compositions and remixes, showcasing his creative depth and versatility as an artist. As one half of the esteemed Cedar Sound Workshop production team, he skillfully delves into the rich sounds of Detroit, Chicago, and New York, artfully blending elements from the past and present. This musical alchemy has become his signature, setting him apart from his peers and establishing him as a force to be reckoned with. Bradford's mixing style is a true testament to his melodic genius. With every seamless transition, he weaves a tapestry of emotions, taking his listeners on a captivating sonic journey. It is through his masterful manipulation of sound that he reveals his true musical prowess, leaving an everlasting imprint on those fortunate enough to experience his performances. As Bradford continues to captivate audiences with his soul-stirring sets and mesmerizing productions, his legacy as a trailblazer in the world of soulful house music only continues to grow. His dedication to his craft, unwavering passion, and unyielding commitment to delivering the very best in music ensure that his name will forever be synonymous with excellence.
    Deep House on 23, House on 20, Disco on 3 and Breakbeat on 2. styles on their catalogued releases
    Released on Arawakan (1), Dailysession Records (1) and Love City Edits (1); their RA profile also lists Shack Music, Deepa Grooves, Yoruba Records, Airdrop Records and 6 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profile

    Recently at Now & Then NYC, Herbert Von King Park, Kitty's Playhouse · often with Zak Zodiak, Silent H, D*Sol, none of them here that night

  • DJ Cuba

    2 bookings since Feb 2024

    Last at Barrio Bx in Feb · often with Ronzilla, Montana, none of them here that night

names these artists often play with — not that night
  • D*Sol10 with Bradford James and 1 with Carlos Mena
  • Zak Zodiak10 with Bradford James
  • Silent H8 with Bradford James
  • Ameer Brooks2 with Bradford James
  • Frankie Feliciano2 with Bradford James
  • Mike Delgado2 with Bradford James
  • Ali Coleman1 with Carlos Mena
  • Ant Blue1 with Coflo

The room

KEYBAR — 137 events and 451 distinct artists since Dec 2023.

Holds about 70.

Most-tagged here: Drum & Bass (6) and Jungle (5). genre tags on this room’s listings

Who put it on

Ocha Media — 1 event and 4 artists since Jul 2024.

TPATPnyc — 24 events and 65 artists since Oct 2023.

Artist photos: Resident Advisor, event 1961056.

Venue and promoter records, co-billing history, release styles and release labels: adrift’s record of New York City events.

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