SMURFOUDIRTY, Bana, Elephant Glasses
Dead Letter No. 963 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11249 · Map
This night happened — Thu 20 Feb 2025
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Who was billed3 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
Who they are
“Christopher Weeden aka SMURFO UDIRTY .Born and raised in NYC .”
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Christopher Weeden aka SMURFO UDIRTY .Born and raised in NYC . Son of legendary funk guitarist / composer / arranger DENNIS “ MENACE “ WEEDEN ( credits France Joli , Taana Gardner , secret weapon , Gwen McRae , and more ) grandson of Terry Pollard ( Detroit rock and roll hall of fame and American Jazz legend ) Dj in nyc for almost 15 years specializing in disco , funk and house music AND hip hop . I have shared stages with a multitude of artist across America ( mostly NY ) and for the last 5 years in Greece as well .Recently at Dead Letter No. 9, Agency of Record, Gabriela · often with Deo'jorge, DJ Ultra Violet, Regis Noir, none of them here that night
“Shaped by her path from Bogotá, Colombia, to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and now New York City, Bana’s sound creates space for feeling and release through deep, immersive textures and deep-groove rhythms.”
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Shaped by her path from Bogotá, Colombia, to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and now New York City, Bana’s sound creates space for feeling and release through deep, immersive textures and deep-groove rhythms. Each set is carefully curated to invite introspection, connection, and movement, drawing inspiration from labels like Studio Barnhus and Kompakt. Traces of her Colombian and Caribbean heritage shape her rhythmic sensibility, adding warmth and pulse to her sonic language. Ana Maria, artistically known as Bana, is a New York–based DJ, visual artist, and co-founder of Audio Studio, a creative collective launched alongside Marco Araneda. With a background in art direction and design, she approaches music as narrative—merging sound and visual storytelling to craft intimate, emotionally driven experiences on and beyond the dancefloor.Recently at H0L0, The Last Call, Xpizza · often with Marco Araneda, Enssembl, Juan Fawcett, none of them here that night
“Gabriel Rodriguez, known to the world as Elephantglasses, bursts onto the scene with the energy and heart of his beloved Jackson Heights, Queens.”
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Gabriel Rodriguez, known to the world as Elephantglasses, bursts onto the scene with the energy and heart of his beloved Jackson Heights, Queens. Raised amidst the colorful vibrancy of a Dominican household, Gabriel grew up with rhythm in his veins and melody in his soul. The multicultural pulse of Queens became the backdrop for his artistry, shaping a sound that is as diverse and dynamic as the streets he calls home. At just 14, Gabriel's love affair with music took root behind a drum kit, leading him to form a band with friends. It was in those formative years that he mastered the language of rhythm, crafting beats in basements and echoing his passion through New York City’s iconic venues. Those late-night jams weren’t just practice—they were the building blocks of a career driven by connection, expression, and raw emotion. As his artistry matured, so too did his musical vision. Gabriel found himself drawn to the magnetic pull of club music, swapping drumsticks for decks and transforming into Elephantglasses—a name as bold and distinctive as his sound. This new identity wasn’t just a shift; it was an evolution, blending the organic warmth of his roots with the high-energy pulse of electronic music. Every set he plays is an electrifying journey, a seamless fusion of culture, nostalgia, and futuristic beats. A proud member of the Kold Kutz collective, alongside creative powerhouses Blvck Truffle and Ardío Zemog, Gabriel pushes boundaries and redefines the dancefloor experience. From the underground vibes of TBA Brooklyn to the eclectic magic of Elsewhere, Elephantglasses creates unforgettable sonic landscapes, uniting bodies and souls in the rhythm of the night. Through pulsating basslines, uplifting melodies, and dynamic transitions, Gabriel’s sets aren’t just music—they’re stories. Each track pulses with authenticity, inviting listeners into a world where sound becomes emotion and the dance floor transforms into a shared heartbeat. For Gabriel, music isn’t just a career—it’s his purpose, his joy, and the universal language that turns strangers into family under the glow of the club lights.Recently at Black Flamingo, The Last Call, Jupiter Disco · often with Blvck Truffle, Ardio Zemog, Kold Kutz, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Ardio Zemog7 with Elephantglasses and 1 with Bana
- Blvck Truffle8 with Elephantglasses
- Deo'jorge6 with SMURFOUDIRTY
- Regis Noir6 with SMURFOUDIRTY
- Marco Araneda5 with Bana
- Bendito4 with Elephantglasses
- Andre Unknown3 with SMURFOUDIRTY
- DJ Ultra Violet3 with SMURFOUDIRTY
how this compares
- Median final count, Thursdays at Dead Letter No. 924
- Middle half finished between10 and 43
- Past Thursdays at this venue counted58
The room
Dead Letter No. 9 — 366 events and 816 distinct artists since Oct 2023.
Holds about 150.