GROOVY GROOVY — Kush Jones, Lychee, Akanbi & DJ Temporary
TBA - Secret Location in Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York City
This night happened — Sun 6 Apr 2025
Press play
Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Jupiter Disco, Fri 30 OctAkanbi
- next: Mansions, Thu 12 NovLychee
- next: Elsewhere, Sat 31 OctKush Jones
- Yogic
- GROOVY PLAYGROUND
- DJ Temporary fka
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
12 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Akanbi and Lychee — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sun 6 Apr 2025.
- Akanbi and Yogic — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 11 Nov 2023.
- Akanbi and Kush Jones — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 22 Feb 2025.
Who they are
“Akanbi is heading a new generation of dedicated ravers in New York City.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Akanbi is heading a new generation of dedicated ravers in New York City. Raised in Lagos, Nigeria, with limited access to the internet but a huge thirst for new music, Akanbi moved to NYC in 2010 and immersed himself head on into every corner of dance music, as a serious dancer and, eventually, a DJ and rave activator. He’s cultivated his unique style of DJing that delivers an intentional blend of freak-out boogie music, sensual rollers, whip-crack bangers, insistent percussion, afrobeat goodness, deep thumping low frequencies & slow-burning experimental descents. In 2014, he started New York City's GROOVY GROOVY party - a judgment-free atmosphere for wild dance floors, spiritual, mental & physical rejuvenation, radical politics, and a dose of undeniably rocking talent. Akanbi has made an impression with visionary sets across the globe at select spaces like Guggenheim Museum, Sustain Release, Nowadays, Dekmantel, Horst, OIL Club Shanghai, WWW Tokyo, Berghain/Panorama Bar, Corsica Studios, Primavera Sound Barcelona et al.Recently at public records, Good Room, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with /KATA/, The Large, Ayanna Heaven, none of them here that night
“In addition to holding down regular appearances at Basement, Nowadays, and Bossa Nova Civic Club, Lychee runs Spontaneous Affinity, a monthly mix and interview series and occasional event platform focused on how dancefloors have shaped artists, is part of the Antidote and Meridian event collectives, co-runs the label Unimatrix Zero, and is on the board for the Aslice Foundation.”
their own biography
the whole biography
In addition to holding down regular appearances at Basement, Nowadays, and Bossa Nova Civic Club, Lychee runs Spontaneous Affinity, a monthly mix and interview series and occasional event platform focused on how dancefloors have shaped artists, is part of the Antidote and Meridian event collectives, co-runs the label Unimatrix Zero, and is on the board for the Aslice Foundation. Lychee got their start as a radio DJ for WMFO, Tufts' college radio station, in 2007. Since starting to play out in 2012, they have played alongside artists like Takaaki Itoh, Objekt, Rrose, Legowelt, Claude Young, and Honey Soundsystem. In addition to playing out, Lychee has organized skillshare events, taught DJ workshops, and curated a speaker event about inclusivity in music technology. Photos: Ben DeHaan, Nathaniel YoungTheir RA profile lists Blankstairs.Recently at Nowadays, Earthly Delights, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with Yaya Flows, Nutrition Facts, Ne/Re/A, none of them here that night
“Kush Jones is a multi talented producer, DJ, and music visionary who has redefined the landscape of bass-driven music.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Kush Jones is a multi talented producer, DJ, and music visionary who has redefined the landscape of bass-driven music. Hailing from the Bronx, New York, Kush seamlessly merges the raw energy of footwork, techno, and club music with influences drawn from hip-hop, dancehall, and experimental soundscapes. His innovative approach has positioned him as a leading force in the global underground electronic music scene. Renowned for his ability to transcend genres, Kush Jones crafts electrifying, bass-heavy productions that fuse traditional rhythms with futuristic sound design. His signature style—a blend of intricate beat patterns, gritty textures, and infectious grooves—resonates deeply with both club crowds and experimental music enthusiasts. Always pushing boundaries, Kush has earned a devoted fanbase while solidifying his reputation as a true pioneer in modern electronic music.Footwork on 49, Techno on 45, House on 42 and Jungle on 23. styles on their catalogued releasesTheir RA profile lists Future Times, Moveltraxx, HAUS of ALTR, JUKE BOUNCE WERK and 1 more.Recently at The Chocolate Factory, Good Room, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with MoMA Ready, DJ SWISHA, STEEN, none of them here that night
often with DJ Temporary, Relaxer, Via App, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- DJ SWISHA10 with Kush Jones and 2 with Akanbi
- Yaya Flows6 with Lychee and 3 with Akanbi
- DJ Temporary5 with Akanbi and 3 with Yogic
- x3butterfly4 with Akanbi and 1 with Yogic
- MoMA Ready9 with Kush Jones
- The Large9 with Akanbi
- Ne/Re/A7 with Lychee
- Nutrition Facts7 with Lychee
The room
TBA - Secret Location in Bushwick, Brooklyn — 1 event and 6 distinct artists since Apr 2025.
Who put it on
GROOVY GROOVY — 18 events and 62 artists since Sep 2023.