SIMPULSO 008

Who they are

• Don Esquivel

  2 bookings since May 2025

  Last at Good Room in May · often with Nita Aviance, S'aint Panic, The Carry Nation, none of them here that night

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  ALEXIS DE LA ROSA

  New York City · 64 bookings since Oct 2023

  “Born and raised in Uptown New York, Alexis channels his Dominican heritage and deep passion for electronic music into performances that transcend both genre and expectations.”

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  Born and raised in Uptown New York, Alexis channels his Dominican heritage and deep passion for electronic music into performances that transcend both genre and expectations. With a strong curatorial approach, Alexis has become a sought-after figure in queer nightlife, performing in spaces such as Nowadays, Basement, Signal, Good Room, Papi Juice, and Nocturnal Emissions where he currently holds a residency. Alongside his club work, Alexis has developed an artistic sound practice through residencies for contemporary art institutions, including David Zwirner, BOFFO, and The Kitchen. Within these spaces, he has created immersive sonic environments and compositions that bridge performance, installation, and experimental sound—further deepening his multidisciplinary approach. Most recently, Alexis marked a new chapter in his artistic evolution with the released his debut EP, ARE THERE ANY HOMOSEXUALS?, and toured Sydney, Australia with HOUSE OF MINCE during their PRIDE festival, further expanding his global reach. As a DJ, producer, and visionary, Alexis continues to shape the future of dance music while honoring the rich cultural heritage at the heart of his sound.
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  Recently at Good Room, BASEMENT, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with MORENXXX, Leonce, Total XTC, none of them here that night

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  Sterling Juan Diaz

  New York City · 99 bookings since Aug 2023

  “Sterling Juan Diaz has an instinctive feel for groove.”

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  Sterling Juan Diaz has an instinctive feel for groove. Born in New York City & raised between there & the Dominican Republic, he was captivated by the percussive rhythms of hip-hop & latin music from a young age, fostering a diverse musical passion. Once he taught himself to DJ, his eclectic taste & skill quickly gained attention in New York City's queer nightlife, becoming a staple at parties like Nowadays Nonstop, Papi Juice, & BASEMENT’s resident party FIST. Diaz's insatiable appetite for music, discerning taste, & impressive mixing skills have solidified his reputation for delivering electrifying, sets consistently. His innovative, captivating style has earned him spots at festivals such as Honcho Campout, DWELLER, & Wire Festival, & has taken him to parties across the nation, including Atlanta’s Back Room & Washington D.C.’s Flower Factory. Internationally, Diaz has performed at The MECA Art Fair in the Dominican Republic, as well as at Buttons & Sysiphos in Berlin, Germany. In July 2023, Diaz was chosen as an opening DJ for Beyoncé’s New York City show during her record-breaking Renaissance World Tour, joining a distinguished roster of DJs celebrating the album’s tribute to Black queer & trans history. From his curatorial work as a resident DJ of Playground Radio & their annual Block Party to his recurring club night SIMPULSO at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Diaz has established himself as an unmissable voice in Brooklyn's new generation of young selectors. His sets range from chest-rumbling bass wubs to euphoric house keys, showcasing the rich heritage of the underground while exploring the depths of sound through the rhythmic threads of his Dominican roots. Sterling Juan Diaz has not only crafted a unique musical identity but also stands as a beacon of collaboration & community building.
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  Recently at Nowadays, Bossa Nova Civic Club, BASEMENT · often with Makadsi, Sekucci, Ron Like Hell, none of them here that night