Who was billed14 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
MNSA · Nadim Maghzal · Nanoos · Fatin · Arianna Danae · Omar Ahmad · nar · Anya Kneez (drag) · Sham (percussion) · Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) · ZNA · DJ Mariam · Cardamami · 7unnun
Set times were not published.
Most of these artists had shared a bill before that night.
the pairs that have met
41 of the 91 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Fatin and Arianna Danae — 6 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and Fatin — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- MNSA and Fatin — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Nadim Maghzal and Arianna Danae — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Fatin and Cardamami — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Arianna Danae and Cardamami — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- nar and ZNA — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Arianna Danae and ZNA — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- MNSA and ZNA — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- MNSA and Arianna Danae — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and Nanoos — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- ZNA and Cardamami — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- MNSA and nar — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- MNSA and Nadim Maghzal — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Anya Kneez (drag) and Cardamami — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- MNSA and Anya Kneez (drag) — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- MNSA and Cardamami — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Fatin and ZNA — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Nadim Maghzal and Cardamami — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and Omar Ahmad — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Fatin and Omar Ahmad — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Anya Kneez (drag) and Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) and Cardamami — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- MNSA and Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and Anya Kneez (drag) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Fatin and Anya Kneez (drag) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Fatin and Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Arianna Danae and Anya Kneez (drag) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Arianna Danae and Janelle Jalila Issis (dance) — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Omar Ahmad and 7unnun — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and 7unnun — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Fatin and 7unnun — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Arianna Danae and nar — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- Fatin and DJ Mariam — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Arianna Danae and DJ Mariam — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and ZNA — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Nadim Maghzal and nar — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Anya Kneez (drag) and ZNA — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Sep 2024.
- DJ Mariam and Cardamami — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Omar Ahmad and Cardamami — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Omar Ahmad and DJ Mariam — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nadim Maghzal and DJ Mariam — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nanoos and Cardamami — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nanoos and DJ Mariam — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nanoos and Omar Ahmad — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nanoos and Fatin — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Nanoos and Arianna Danae — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Arianna Danae and Omar Ahmad — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 13 Jan 2024.
- Fatin and nar — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
Who they are
“MSNA is the co-founder of Laylit and member of Lebanese-Canadian electronic duo Wake Island.”
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MSNA is the co-founder of Laylit and member of Lebanese-Canadian electronic duo Wake Island. His mixes are a surprising marriage of his favorite pop music from SWANA and beyond with modern electronic sounds and beats. Through his work, he explores the ever-present dichotomy and contradictions of being an immigrant in North America, juggling values, taste and cultural belonging. This tension, he believes, can transcend the individual and turn into a collective experience on the dancefloor, one that unwaveringly looks ahead, while acknowledging the crucial role of history in shaping the future.Last at Elsewhere in Jun · often with Fursa, Saphe, Ramzi El Edlibi, none of them here that night
“Nadim Maghzal is a co-founder of Laylit and member of Lebanese-Canadian duo Wake Island.”
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Nadim Maghzal is a co-founder of Laylit and member of Lebanese-Canadian duo Wake Island. As a producer, musician and DJ, he is passionate about rhythm, range and dynamics across a wide variety of genres and draws from this passion to create energetic and electrifying dance sets. Inspired by his upbringing in Beirut and his life in Montreal & NYC, Nadim’s music sets out to explore new ways of blending together very divergent musical vocabularies and ideas, resulting in a unique hybrid sound that reinvents the place of Arabic music on the modern dancefloor.Recently at Elsewhere · often with Ramzi El Edlibi, ARMANA KHAN, LILLA, none of them here that night
“Nanoos is a Palestinian-Armenian DJ and producer originally hailing from Detroit.”
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Nanoos is a Palestinian-Armenian DJ and producer originally hailing from Detroit. Her current home base now is Chicago. Nanoos aims to elevate the rich and diverse sounds of the Levant and North Africa by infusing them with genres such as Ghettotech, Juke, Hip Hop, Jersey Club, UK garage, Dancehall, and House. Her goal is to carve out inclusive spaces where Arab and SWANA (SouthWest Asian & North African) folks can feel safe while enjoying their sound. As a visionary co-founder of the Go Baba! Worldwide party and collective, she's breathed life into a movement that celebrates the fusion of Afro, Arab, and Caribbean music, crafting an irresistible invitation to dance.Recently at Elsewhere, Mi Sabor Cafe, SILO · often with ARMANA KHAN, Anita B Queen, MIRASIA, none of them here that night
Last at Elsewhere in Apr · often with Ramzi El Edlibi, Saphe, FARAH, none of them here that night
“Brooklyn-based DJ Arianna Danae brings an unmistakable New York energy to the dance floor, shaped by her Armenian heritage and a lifelong curiosity for music.”
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Brooklyn-based DJ Arianna Danae brings an unmistakable New York energy to the dance floor, shaped by her Armenian heritage and a lifelong curiosity for music. Guided by instinct rather than convention, she approaches every set with an ear for the unexpected, weaving together timeless records, forgotten gems, and fresh discoveries to create moments that feel both familiar and entirely new. Since emerging from Brooklyn’s underground scene in 2018, Arianna has built a reputation as a thoughtful selector and respected voice within the community. She found her first home at Jupiter Disco with her monthly Rebelle party, which laid the groundwork for her career in artist programming and event curation. From there, she became a resident at Flash in Washington, D.C., later expanding into booking and programming before joining the programming team at Elsewhere in Brooklyn. She is also a longtime resident of Laylit, the internationally celebrated party championing music and culture from North Africa, the Middle East, and Southwest Asia. Whether introducing audiences to an unexpected record or giving new life to a familiar classic, Arianna’s sets are driven by curiosity, connection, and a belief that the best dance floors are built through trust, taste, and musical discovery.Recently at Black Flamingo, Elsewhere, Le Bain · often with Sean Sato, Saphe, 444, none of them here that night
“Using a combination of rich recorded instrumentation and live manipulation, Omar Ahmad aims to invoke a proto-genre, natural atmosphere that envelopes his audience in a dark, ritualistic sense of community.”
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Using a combination of rich recorded instrumentation and live manipulation, Omar Ahmad aims to invoke a proto-genre, natural atmosphere that envelopes his audience in a dark, ritualistic sense of community. He is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist whose desire to derive the essential elements of sound has grown towards found-sound immersions, globally-influenced musical storytelling, and lush atmospheric compositions with age. As a third culture musician, he often finds himself looking to voice his own state of being caught in between movements and never fully belonging to a singular sound or ideology. In 2023 he released his debut album, Inheritance, via AKP Recordings with critical acclaim including BandCamp's Best Ambient and DJ Mag's "Artist You Need to Hear" recognition. In addition to producing his own work, Ahmad is a contributing DJ at Laylit, the largest and fastest-growing contemporary Middle Eastern and North African music community in New York, and alongside Miss Alicia (Alicia Coleman), Ahmad co-founded Ūmboma, a recurring global dance series emphasizing African, Arab and Latin American contemporary rhythms. A combination of Arabic, Swahili and Spanish words, Ūmboma signifies a Congregation of Freedom & Dance.Their RA profile lists Mesma Records, Microtones and AKP Recordings.Recently at Jupiter Disco, public records, Good Room · often with DJ Haram, Arroyo, Abby Echiverri, none of them here that night
“NAR (Nar Angel Rokh) is an Iranian-American artist, music producer, and DJ based in New York City.”
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NAR (Nar Angel Rokh) is an Iranian-American artist, music producer, and DJ based in New York City. Described as “hard-edged, intensely spiritual and immaculately produced” NAR’s distinctive musical style fuses middle eastern soundscapes from their Iranian heritage with club-bass undertones from their American upbringing. A multi-instrumentalist since their early childhood in Los Angeles, NAR cultivated their skills touring and recording with numerous bands before ultimately solidifying their passion as a producer and DJ. Their unconventional aesthetic pushes the boundaries of both audio and visual mediums, showcased in their individual work as well as in collaborative projects like burqa. They recently caught the attention of Rihanna, who selected them to compose the original scores for the latest Fenty Beauty by Rihanna campaigns. NAR has toured Europe, Asia and the US, opening for critically acclaimed artists such as Future, Sophie, Kelela, Mykki Blanco, and Total Freedom among others. They have performed at major art institutions across the globe including the Istanbul and Performa Biennials, Miami Art Basel, ICA, New Museum and MoMa. NAR has also curated runway music for Gypsy Sport, Kaimin, LRS, and Yajun NYFW presentations. Most recently, they performed at iii points festival, Boiler Room and Red Bull music festival. NAR’s upcoming projects include a full-length album, a remix EP, music videos, more collaborations and official remixes.Their RA profile lists Sony, Rabid Records and Doom Dab.Recently at Le Bain, Elsewhere, Paragon · often with SaBa, Ramzi El Edlibi, Ushka, none of them here that night
often with Saphe, Hanan, Ayaa, none of them here that night
often with Nadia, Hanan, Ayaa, none of them here that night
Recently at Elsewhere · often with oomfhaver, Max Parkinson, Saphe, none of them here that night
Last at Elsewhere in Apr
Recently at Elsewhere · often with Saphe, Sana, Nadia, none of them here that night
often with Carmen Sandiego, Elina Arbo, HAT, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Saphe5 with Fatin, 4 with MNSA, 4 with Nadim Maghzal, 4 with ZNA, 3 with Arianna Danae, 3 with Cardamami and 2 with Anya Kneez (drag)
- Ramzi El Edlibi5 with Fatin, 4 with Nadim Maghzal, 3 with Arianna Danae, 3 with MNSA, 3 with nar and 1 with 7unnun
- Hanan2 with Anya Kneez (drag), 2 with Arianna Danae, 2 with Cardamami, 2 with Fatin, 2 with Nadim Maghzal and 1 with Janelle Jalila Issis (dance)
- Myyuh3 with Nadim Maghzal, 2 with Arianna Danae and 2 with Fatin
- ARMANA KHAN3 with Nadim Maghzal, 2 with Nanoos and 1 with 7unnun
- 4442 with Arianna Danae, 2 with Fatin and 1 with nar
- Nadia2 with Cardamami, 2 with Fatin and 1 with Janelle Jalila Issis (dance)
- Fursa4 with MNSA and 2 with nar
120 said they were going — busier than a usual Saturday at Elsewhere.
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Elsewhere71
- Middle half finished between30 and 168
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted224
The room
Elsewhere — 708 events and 2,806 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Most-tagged here: House (3). genre tags on this room’s listings
Who put it on
Laylit — 21 events and 122 artists since Sep 2023.