Rissa Garcia's 'Dancing Room Only' with Ruez (Whatever!) & Sean Cormac (Forward Disco)
Earthly Delights57-38 Myrtle Avenue, Ridgewood, NYC · Map
This night happened — Sat 21 Dec 2024
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Who was billed3 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
2 of the 3 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Rissa Garcia and Ruez — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sun 11 Feb 2024.
Who they are
“Rissa Garcia is a celebrated New York house DJ, producer, and NightChild Records label boss, widely regarded as a driving force within NYC's underground dance music scene.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Rissa Garcia is a celebrated New York house DJ, producer, and NightChild Records label boss, widely regarded as a driving force within NYC's underground dance music scene. Influenced by her Staten Island upbringing and the legendary atmosphere of clubs like Vinyl, where Danny Tenaglia's sets captivated her, Rissa’s career has been shaped by a deep connection to House Music. That moment of discovery remains her "Paradise Garage" spark, fueling her passion for crafting immersive experiences on dance floors across the city and beyond. Over nearly two decades, Rissa has earned her place among the greats, sharing decks with icons such as Danny Tenaglia, Tony Humphries, Danny Krivit, Kenny Dope, and TODD TERRY, among others. Praised for her ability to seamlessly blend house, funk, soul, classics, and beyond, her sets reflect a nuanced mastery designed to move bodies and unite spirits. As the founder of "Dancing Room Only," Rissa champions authentic club culture, crafting spaces where the music takes center stage and the crowd reconnects. Her ethos is simple yet powerful: put the phones down, feel the beat, and dance together. Her work with NightChild Records, relaunched in 2018, showcases her commitment to advancing house music’s artistry. With a catalog approaching 100 releases—including collaborations with legends like Todd Terry—her label has become a hub for soulful, high-quality productions. Her releases also appear on distinguished labels like Plastik People Recordings and Rhythm & Culture. Rissa’s talent has drawn accolades from peers and legends alike— King Britt called her "unreal," Tony Humphries hailed her as "an immense talent," and Danny Tenaglia praised her selections and mixing as "wonderful." A DJ, producer, event curator, and label head, Rissa Garcia is not just a standout artist; she’s an untapped gem whose dedication to NYC’s house music heritage continues to resonate globally.Deep House on 10, House on 9, Tech House on 3 and Nu-Disco on 1. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on NightChild Records (2), Bambossa Records (1) and LW Recordings (1); their RA profile also lists King Street Sounds, Seta Label, Fresh Meat Records, InHouse Records and 4 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Xanadu, Good Room, Sugar Hill Disco · often with James Anthony, Orson, NIGELTHREETIMES, none of them here that night
Recently at Good Room · often with USERONLY, Sandy Rivera, Manny Ward, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- James Anthony2 with Rissa Garcia
- Laila Amira2 with Rissa Garcia
- NIGELTHREETIMES2 with Rissa Garcia
- Orson2 with Rissa Garcia
- Bustin' Loose1 with Rissa Garcia
- Dirtyfinger1 with Rissa Garcia
- Forward Disco1 with Ruez
- GENPOP1 with Rissa Garcia
18 said they were going — about like a usual Saturday at Earthly Delights.
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Earthly Delights20
- Middle half finished between7 and 36
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted71
The room
Earthly Delights — 367 events and 795 distinct artists since Aug 2024.
Holds about 74.