Magda + Vivian Wang / Haruka + Love Letters / Alex McCracken

Who they are

• Magda

  Detroit · 14 bookings since Nov 2023

  “Magda's realm as an artist spans far beyond the typical role played by DJs and producers.”

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  Magda's realm as an artist spans far beyond the typical role played by DJs and producers. With an open mind, Magda will try her hand at whatever feels right: from producing high-quality Tequila to tech collaborations, fashion and art, Magda has created a truly unique, multifaceted expression of herself. Born in Poland and raised in Detroit, Magda has soaked up the various characteristics of her surroundings, resulting in a widely-cultured perspective, tuned to see beauty and potential in the most derelict and depressed of places. As a teenager partying in Detroit, it wasn't long until Magda was fully immersed in the city's underground scene. In 1998, she was dropped straight into the deep end; she joined Minus and began touring the world as Richie Hawtin's opening DJ. Whilst this was a perfect platform for Magda to show off her talents and develop a fanbase, it brought with it the constraints of an established reputation. Magda was defined as a DJ under the Minus umbrella, but since has forged her own path. Magda's touring schedule is amongst the most high-profile and demanding around, with regular bookings at many of the world's very best house/techno clubs and festivals. She's proved herself as a consistent, adventurous and top-quality performer, with a knack for bringing tracks together in unexpected ways. As well as notable accolades such as a BBC 1 Essential Mix and playing at Timewarp's live streamed 20th anniversary, Magda has been behind some stand-out commercial mixes. 'She's A Dancing Machine', released in 2006 through Hawtin's label, was truly seminal. It intricately layered 70 tracks into 16 sections and displayed an almost unprecedented level of energy for a minimal DJ mix. She was later invited to record a mix for Fabric esteemed CD series, and adopted a similar patchwork approach to brilliant effect. Her latest, two-disc mix compilation, out through the Balance series in February, gives equal measure to the experimental and club-focused aspects of her DJing. Incorporating music from the likes of Shackleton, Murat Tepeli and Marcel Dettmann, Magda takes the listener on a thrillingly unpredictable listen. Though solo Magda releases are relatively rare, there's no doubt her ability extends beyond the booth to the studio. In the fall of 2010, Magda revealed her debut on Minus, 'From The Fallen Page'. It combined her love for Italian horror composition, Detroit techno futurism and straight-forward dancefloor functionality into a quality body of work that still sounds fresh today. She has also remixed the likes of Plastikman and Depeche Mode. Collaboration has become a vital part of Magda's studio work. Cornerbred is the project she shares with partner Daniela Huerta. Offering a respite from normal DJ sets, it revels in avant-garde and real-life concepts, utilising a broad sound pallet and lending itself to live performance. The pair have recorded mixes on Soundcloud and sites such as Oki-ni, the hour-long sessions covering a wide array of styles, sounds and periods, from 80s electro to more atonal works. DTR (Define The Relationship) is Magda's edits venture with Nyma, dedicated to 'reshaping, reintroducing and reviving early influences as a homage to the past, present and future'. So far, LL Cool J, Chaka Khan and Jody Watley have been under the DTR microscope with fascinating results. On top of all this, Magda has proved herself as a label boss, running the long-standing and successful Items & Things imprint with Marc Houle and Troy Pierce. The label thrives on the off-kilter and the uncommon, unearthing new artists and sounds that push boundaries. Thirty releases in and Items & Things proudly count the likes of Jimmy Edgar and Rework amongst its roster. With a new event series and much more in the works, 2015 is an exciting year for Magda and her fans. Her Maria Pascuala Tequila brand and design work also continue to open new avenues, each of them explored with the stamp of quality Magda has come to represent. Connect with Magda: www.soundcloud.com/magda-official www.residentadvisor.net/dj/magda www.discogs.com/artist/Magda www.gigs.gigatools.com/user/magda www.dj.beatport.com/magda www.twitter.com/magda_music www.facebook.com/unmagda itemsandthings.com
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  Their RA profile lists M-nus, Items & Things, Soniculture and Balance Music.

  Recently at H0L0, Paragon, public records · often with Mike Servito, Morgan, S4M23, none of them here that night

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  Vivian Wang

  New York City · 69 bookings since Aug 2023

  “Born in Beijing and now based in NYC, Vivian has carved a niche in the global dance music scene with her high-energy sets and profound musical narratives.”

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  Born in Beijing and now based in NYC, Vivian has carved a niche in the global dance music scene with her high-energy sets and profound musical narratives. Vivian’s journey in music began amidst the backdrop of Tiananmen Square, inspiring a lifelong quest to express freedom and connection through sound. Her sets defy any single genre as she creates unconventional blends of rare vinyl treasures and innovative original productions. Her dynamic presence and versatility has propelled her to the top of the DJ scene, sharing stages with luminaries like Cassy, Danny Tenaglia, Seth Troxler, Juan Atkins, and David Morales, leaving audiences spellbound from Brooklyn to beyond. Vivian’s commitment extends beyond the DJ booth; she’s a pivotal figure in the Brooklyn Sway Label and a co-founder of Freshly Pressed, a music series that supports youth music programs. Join us in celebrating Vivian Wang, who dances to the beat of her own drum, leaving a trail of joy and liberation wherever she plays.
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  Recently at Signal, Earthly Delights, H0L0 · often with Asha Jasz, Devoye, Kiyoshi, none of them here that night

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  Haruka

  New York City · 58 bookings since Sep 2023

  “Having started her career as a musician and DJ in Japan, Haruka came to NYC in 2006 and has been steadily playing gigs, throwing parties, putting out mixes, performing live, collaborating, and building a name for herself ever since.”

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  Having started her career as a musician and DJ in Japan, Haruka came to NYC in 2006 and has been steadily playing gigs, throwing parties, putting out mixes, performing live, collaborating, and building a name for herself ever since. A technical and thoughtful DJ, Haruka can bounce from electro and techno and house, and disco to hip-hop and rock music at the drop of a hat. With regular appearances at Brooklyn fixtures Bossa Nova Civic Club, Nowadays, Elsewhere and Mood Ring, and with infamous sets at the highly influential BOUND and Fourth World parties, Haruka has staked her claim as one of Brooklyn’s most versatile, seasoned, and in-demand DJs
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  Their RA profile lists Toucan Sounds, Duality Trax and Fortune Signal.

  Recently at Gabriela, BASEMENT, Mood Ring · often with Mike Servito, SPRFRK, 4AM NYC, none of them here that night

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  Love Letters

  New York City · 37 bookings since Aug 2023

  “Love Letters is a DJ and producer living and breathing in NYC.”

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  House on 15, Techno on 13, Acid on 5 and Leftfield on 5. styles on their catalogued releases

  Released on .FREQLINK (2), Allergy Season (1) and Nervous Records (1); their RA profile also lists Mister Saturday Night Records, CGI Records, The Bunker New York, Help Recordings and 3 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profile

  Recently at Jupiter Disco, Bossa Nova Civic Club, Earthly Delights · often with Miss Parker, Raw Unkut, Alissa Brianna, none of them here that night

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  Alex McCracken

  New York City · 25 bookings since Aug 2023 · Good Room disco heads

  “Alex McCracken is a Brookyln-based DJ known for his heavy hitting records, versatile play style, and storytelling in his selection.”

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  Alex McCracken is a Brookyln-based DJ known for his heavy hitting records, versatile play style, and storytelling in his selection. Rising swiftly through the ranks, Alex has gained notable recognition, particularly for his string of performances at Good Room, Public Records, Sisyphos (Berlin), Night Tales (London), Bar Part Time (SF), Nightmoves, Gabriela, and Jumbi (London).
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  Recently at Good Room, Gabriela, The Last Call · often with Artwork, Victor Florescu, beewack, none of them here that night