Who was billed3 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
2 of the 3 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Ali Coleman and CHRIS LEWIS — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 19 Apr 2025.
Who they are
“Ali Coleman is a New York City–based DJ, producer, and cultural organizer whose relationship with DJ culture began in 1979, emerging from early disco, block parties, and club spaces that centered music as a tool for release and connection.”
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Ali Coleman is a New York City–based DJ, producer, and cultural organizer whose relationship with DJ culture began in 1979, emerging from early disco, block parties, and club spaces that centered music as a tool for release and connection. That lineage continues to inform his intuitive, people-centered approach today. As a DJ and producer, Ali’s sound draws from deep, soulful, Afro-influenced, and globally inspired house music, blending classic foundations with forward-facing selections. His work spans clubs, festivals, cultural institutions, and public spaces, adapting seamlessly across contexts while maintaining musical integrity. Ali brings both underground credibility and seasoned professionalism to every room—whether he’s warming up a floor, taking it peak-time, or closing with intention. . In 2023, Ali marked 30 years of professionally bringing communities together through dance, culture, music and inclusion. Ali has hosted events and DJed at some of New York’s top clubs and party spaces such as House of Yes, Nowadays, Cielo, Public Records, Club Shelter, Water Taxi Beach, Santos Party House, Limelight, and many others. He has shared the bill with more than 300 DJs, including Francois K, Natasha Diggs, Rich Medina, Justin Carter, Doc Martin, and hundreds more. In 2017, Ali helped organize and bring about historic change, working with an array of the city’s creative minds to get the Cabaret Law repealed and to institute the first Mayor’s Office of Nightlife. Ali has dedicated his life to being a positive community connector with a flair for bringing people together.Recently at Nowadays, KEYBAR, Dead Letter No. 9 · often with Jeremy Giros, Bendito, Dj Stormin' Norman, none of them here that night
“Chris Lewis is a revered New York-based DJ and selector, known for crafting transformative sonic journeys that fuse House, Techno, Breaks, and Trance into a seamless, soul-moving experience.”
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Chris Lewis is a revered New York-based DJ and selector, known for crafting transformative sonic journeys that fuse House, Techno, Breaks, and Trance into a seamless, soul-moving experience. A true Jedi master of musical curation, Chris has spent decades shaping dance floors across the globe with his signature blend of power, precision, and passion. His origin story begins in Chicago, 1987—a chance visit to former college roommates turned into a life-altering immersion in the birthplace of House. Frequenting legendary clubs and absorbing sets by icons like Frankie Knuckles, Ron Hardy, and “Jumpin” Julian Perez, Chris found himself at the epicenter of a cultural revolution. The sounds of Chicago House and Detroit Techno became encoded in his DNA, laying the foundation for a lifelong devotion to the craft. Returning to NYC in 1989, Chris launched his DJ career with a mission: to move bodies and elevate spirits. His residencies span iconic venues coast to coast—from Prince’s Glam Slam in Los Angeles to Metropolis Irvine, CA, The Roxy, NYC, Keybar in Brooklyn, Bar None in Hoboken. He’s graced the decks at Webster Hall, The Tunnel, Nowadays, and international hotspots in Venezuela, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, and Canada. Chris has shared the booth with legends including Victor Simonelli, Timo Maas, Sandra Collins, Doc Martin, Frankie Bones, and DJ Disciple. His sets are praised for their genre-fluidity and emotional depth, effortlessly weaving Afro House, Deep Tech, Nu Disco, Tribal, Techno, Dub House Disco,, Breaks and Classic NYC vibes into hypnotic, high-energy performances. Currently, Chris holds monthly residencies at KEYBAR in Bushwick—where he helms the ever sparkling “GLITTERATI!” party, featuring dub house disco, nu disco, deep and NYC classic house vibes. THE KEEP in Ridgewood, NY, showcasing a broader spectrum of house and techno flavors. He’s a regular at rooftop venues in Times Square and waterfront spots in Connecticut.. Upcoming appearances including House of Glass alongside Mike Clark “Agent X” and Rissa Garcia, DISTRICT APPLE at MADRADIO April 17th, MOVEMENT, May 22nd, and Torture Chamber at Bossa Nova Civic Club in July. In October, he returns to Medellín, Colombia, continuing his global journey. Fans and fellow DJs follow his weekly hype chart of future house and techno hits, published every Wednesday on Instagram and Facebook—has become a trusted source for what’s next in underground dance music. “For me, it’s all about sharing music that makes an unforgettable impact and moves people. Fusing techno, house, breaks, and trance into a seamless flow—mixing from power to power—is what I strive for. Journey by DJ isn’t just a concept. It’s a mantra.”Recently at Two Doors Down, The Keep, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with Destro187, Giovani, Heather Heart, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Destro1876 with CHRIS LEWIS
- Jeremy Giros6 with Ali Coleman
- Bendito4 with Ali Coleman
- Dj Stormin' Norman4 with Ali Coleman
- Silent H4 with Ali Coleman
- DJ Kamala3 with Ali Coleman
- Giovani3 with CHRIS LEWIS
- Alexander Technique2 with CHRIS LEWIS
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Nowadays1,183
- Middle half finished between554 and 1,707
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted185
The room
Nowadays — 804 events and 1,369 distinct artists since Aug 2023.

