Apollo Studio W pregame
Armii1n, Brian, Choukroun, Ludovico & Leone, Monk
Apollo Studio72 Apollo St Brooklyn, NY 11222 · Map
This night happened — Fri 16 May 2025
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Who was billed9 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Outer Heaven, Thu 22 OctArmii1n
- next: Outer Heaven, Wed 21 OctChoukroun
- Ludovico
- next: Outer Heaven, Sat 21 NovLeone
- next: Outer Heaven, Wed 21 OctMonk
- Salar Ansari
- next: H0L0, Sat 31 OctSibil
- next: Sat 31 OctZayd
- next: Signal, Fri 30 OctDJ Brian
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
12 of the 36 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Armii1n and Choukroun — 44 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 7 Mar 2025.
- Choukroun and Monk — 33 shared bills before that night, first on Wed 12 Mar 2025.
- Armii1n and Zayd — 26 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Choukroun and Zayd — 21 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Armii1n and Monk — 18 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Monk and Zayd — 15 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Choukroun and DJ Brian — 12 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Armii1n and DJ Brian — 11 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Zayd and DJ Brian — 6 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Monk and DJ Brian — 6 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Choukroun and Leone — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 2 May 2025.
- Ludovico and Leone — 7 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 6 Apr 2024.
- Choukroun and Ludovico — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 8 Nov 2024.
- Salar Ansari and Sibil — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 11 May 2024.
- Armii1n and Leone — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 2 May 2025.
- Armii1n and Ludovico — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 2 May 2025.
- Armii1n and Salar Ansari — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Leone and Monk — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Leone and Zayd — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Ludovico and Monk — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Ludovico and Zayd — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Salar Ansari and DJ Brian — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Choukroun and Salar Ansari — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
- Monk and Salar Ansari — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 16 May 2025.
Who they are
“Armii1n, born in Tehran and now based in New York City, quickly made his mark on Asia’s underground scene in his early 20s.”
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Armii1n, born in Tehran and now based in New York City, quickly made his mark on Asia’s underground scene in his early 20s. While based in Kuala Lumpur, he held residencies at Kyo Club, Elysium, and The Iron Fairies, performing across Bali and Thailand. As a Sweatbox label resident, he released his debut EP, featuring a standout remix by The Mekanism. After moving to Miami for his Master’s, he secured a residency at Do Not Sit on the Furniture and worked with T Bag Records, also representing artists as an agent before shifting his full focus to DJing and event curation. Now based in New York City, Armii1n is actively DJing and running his own event series, Pregame. He performs with promoters such as Resolute and Golden Records, and plays at venues including H0L0, Signal, and Outer Heaven, continuing to build his presence within NYC’s underground scene.Minimal on 1 and Tech House on 1. styles on their catalogued releasesTheir RA profile lists Sweatbox Records.Recently at Elsewhere, Apollo Studio, Outer Heaven · often with Auphoria, Kiyoshi, Tim Lucent, none of them here that night
Recently at Outer Heaven, Apollo Studio · often with Jack Mulqueen, John Everett, Tim Lucent, none of them here that night
“Founder & Resident @ King Size Recordings”
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Recently at Outer Heaven, Jolene Sound Room Brooklyn, H0L0 · often with Luigi Sambuy, Artek, John Everett, none of them here that night
Recently at Outer Heaven, H0L0 · often with Luigi Sambuy, Jack Mulqueen, John Everett, none of them here that night
“Swiss born, NYC based record collector & DJ.”
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Last at Outer Heaven in May · often with John Everett, DLR, Joiah, none of them here that night
“Salar Ansari is an Iranian multidisciplinary musician, DJ, producer, and recording engineer based in Detroit.”
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Salar Ansari is an Iranian multidisciplinary musician, DJ, producer, and recording engineer based in Detroit. His solo and ensemble works have earned him local and international recognition with live performances including MUTEK Montréal 25th Anniversary Closing and the Movement Music Festival's Detroit Stage. Ansari directs Detroit's Feeder Loft recording studio, runs the label Passed Out On A Persian Rug, and is a co-founder of Dubai's Analog Room—building platforms that connect underground dance music, jazz, and cultural storytelling with purpose and momentum. Settling in Detroit, Ansari became a sought-after collaborator due to his deep understanding of sound engineering, working with some of the city's finest artists. His productions earned him the 2021 Detroit Music Award for Best Electronic Album. Co-founding Feeder-Loft Studio with Luis Resto, he nurtures the next generation of electronic music talent. He also shares his expertise through workshops at institutions like the Interlochen Arts Academy and the University of Michigan. From global performances to credits on seminal record labels like Blue Note Records, Ansari's career reflects a dedication to pushing creative boundaries while staying true to underground roots.Recently at Mansions, H0L0 · often with Tomas Station, O.BEE, Shvili, none of them here that night
“Born in France and based in Slovenia, she grew up immersed in Classical and Jazz, studying music from an early age before curiosity pulled her towards something less defined.”
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Born in France and based in Slovenia, she grew up immersed in Classical and Jazz, studying music from an early age before curiosity pulled her towards something less defined. Electronic music became a playground — a place where the rules could bend, collide and disappear altogether. Sibil’s unique style blends an eclectic concoction of raw and trippy vocal snips, masterfully merged with Funk-driven bass lines and Techno-cuts alike. Often peppering her sets with a more emotive dusting of dreamy synth - work served up with a smile and a stream of infectious energy. Beyond the booth, she is part of the story behind LuckIsOn, the Slovenian collective, label and party series that grew from a shared obsession with adventurous music into a platform connecting local and international artists. Through years of parties, releases, collaborations and international showcases, LuckIsOn has become woven into the fabric of Slovenia’s underground scene. Together with her partner Mayell, Sibil created Purple Noise Studio — a recording, mixing and creative space hidden in the Slovenian landscape. Conceived as an ecosystem rather than simply a studio, Purple Noise brings together recording, production, collaboration and experimentation, opening its doors to electronic musicians, bands, sound artists and creatives from far beyond the dance floor. Classically trained, contemporarily constructed. A true dance-music weaver, discotheque diva.Recently at H0L0, Sunset Park Rooftop · often with Mayell, O.BEE, Garrett David, none of them here that night
“A dj and producer from Beirut, Lebanon who is currently based in NYC.”
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A dj and producer from Beirut, Lebanon who is currently based in NYC. He draws inspiration from the vibrant music scene in both cities and plays a blend of deep/minimal house from the 90’s.Recently at Lume Studios · often with ABS, Kiyoshi, DLR, none of them here that night
“DJ Brian fuses Latin house rhythms with Afro-inspired percussion to craft a signature sound that's both soulful and electrifying.”
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Last at Outer Heaven in Mar · often with Jack Mulqueen, Joiah, DLR, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- DLR9 with Armii1n, 9 with Choukroun, 4 with DJ Brian, 4 with Monk, 4 with Zayd, 3 with Leone and 3 with Ludovico
- Tim Lucent9 with Choukroun, 8 with Armii1n, 4 with Zayd, 3 with Monk and 2 with DJ Brian
- John Everett7 with Choukroun, 4 with Monk, 3 with Zayd, 1 with Leone and 1 with Ludovico
- Kiyoshi10 with Armii1n, 5 with Choukroun, 4 with Zayd and 2 with Monk
- Jack Mulqueen15 with Choukroun, 4 with DJ Brian and 1 with Leone
- ABS6 with Zayd, 3 with DJ Brian and 3 with Monk
- Luigi Sambuy6 with Choukroun, 3 with Leone and 3 with Ludovico
- Auphoria11 with Armii1n and 7 with Choukroun
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Apollo Studio55
- Middle half finished between18 and 76
- Past Fridays at this venue counted107
The room
Apollo Studio — 307 events and 588 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Holds about 150.
Who put it on
Javier Pedraza Polo — 227 events and 541 artists since Aug 2023.
pregame — 37 events and 133 artists since Mar 2025.