Apollo Studio W Taimur, Gojnea 76, Auphoria, Joiah, Kurilo and Ostara
Apollo Studio72 Apollo St Brooklyn, NY 11222 · Map
This night happened — Sat 17 May 2025
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Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Signal, Fri 30 OctTaimur
- G76
- Auphoria
- next: Signal, Thu 22 OctJoiah
- Ostara
- next: Outer Heaven, Sat 24 OctKurilo
Set times were not published.
Most of these artists had shared a bill before that night.
the pairs that have met
4 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Taimur and Ostara — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 28 Oct 2023.
- Joiah and Kurilo — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Taimur and Kurilo — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Auphoria and Joiah — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Auphoria and Kurilo — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Wed 23 Apr 2025.
- Taimur and Joiah — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Ostara and Kurilo — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Joiah and Ostara — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Auphoria and Ostara — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- G76 and Joiah — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 15 Nov 2024.
- G76 and Kurilo — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 16 Dec 2023.
Who they are
“A seasoned veteran DJ for over 25 years, he's done it all.”
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A seasoned veteran DJ for over 25 years, he's done it all. Taimur conceived the infamous Blk|Market Membership parties in NYC from 2006-2017 and was a resident DJ. He was the head dance buyer and started the US distribution wing for many US labels at Halcyon Records shop from 2008 until 2016. Taimur’s work helped lead the resurgence of the local Brooklyn scene. With 18+ years of history and accolades for helping to revive one of the world’s most important dance music scenes, Taimur and Blk|Market Membership holds a highly esteemed position as architects of New York’s contemporary scene. On the strength of these accomplishments, Taimur has devoted himself full-time to his DJ & production career and currently resides in Miami. He launched his vinyl only record label Blkmarket Music with wife Ostara in 2018 which features releases by Reade Truth, a 2 part Craig Richards's lost tracks with remixes by Rhadoo, Subb-an & Adam Shelton and more ; a collab between Taimur with Miami electro legend Gosub, two T.A.O (Taimur.Amo.Ostara) Ep's 'Enter your Mind' and 'Return to Life' EPs, Toronto's Hypnotic Mindscapes trio Payphone featuring Cosmic JD, an electro ep by JLM Werx, dancefloor jams by Thailand's DOTT, and Reade Truth’s sophomore 6 track mini album 'The Beauty of the Dark.' The latest release is his latest collaboration Taimur x Artro - Mindframe. He's also just started his new sub label Blkmarket Music Underground Party Edits with Ostara that focuses on DJ club edits. The first release was by DJ Spun's - Party Edits [BUMP-E000] Forthcoming confirmed label(s) releases include T.A.O's 'Dreama' 2x12" Legends remix double pack, Buraye's 3 x 12" ‘Holographic Visitors’ Album, and EP by Taimur & Jean Pierre, Jay Tripwire, Facets, DJ Sweater, Francula, Oswaldo, Snuffo, Manuk, and Jovi & Alessandro just to name a few. Between his record label(s), DJing gigs and producing, Taimur has also opened up a vinyl emporium with Ostara in Miami. T Bag Records Shop Miami was born on April 10 2021 and is a vinyl shop that is dedicated to strictly underground dance music of many genres both new, old and rare.Their RA profile lists Ark to Ashes, Blkmarket Membership and Blkmarket Music.Recently at Signal, Apollo Studio, The Boiler @ ELM Foundation · often with Maksim, Morgan, J. Richards, none of them here that night
Recently at Apollo Studio · often with CAMILLA, Nicolas, Daniel Dutts, none of them here that night
“Her passion for pushing sonic boundaries and exploring new sounds led her to embark on an adventure in New York City, a place where cultural diversity and an ever-evolving music scene fuel her creativity.”
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Her passion for pushing sonic boundaries and exploring new sounds led her to embark on an adventure in New York City, a place where cultural diversity and an ever-evolving music scene fuel her creativity. Quickly making a name for herself in the local electronic underground, Auphoria has built a loyal following drawn to the immersive and unpredictable sound journeys she crafts in each performance. Known for her innovative and authentic approach, Auphoria blends elements from Jazz, House, Funky, Acid, Minimal, and Techno, constantly evolving as an artist. Beyond DJing, she is deeply passionate about live performance, seamlessly integrating analog machines, synthesizers, drum machines, and basslines to create dynamic, hypnotic, and spontaneous soundscapes. Her setup is an extension of her creativity, allowing her to flow intuitively and shape each set into a unique and electrifying experience. Listening to Auphoria means stepping into a world of sonic exploration, where each performance is a rhythmic spell, leaving audiences captivated and fully immersed in the moment.Their RA profile lists Howl Records, LR Recordings, SORYUKA ? and Low End Directive.Recently at H0L0, Outer Heaven, Heaven Can Wait · often with Armii1n, Jeny Michelle, Choukroun, none of them here that night
“Joiah is an Italian–Colombian singer, producer, and DJ based in New York whose approach to electronic music feels closer to ritual than performance.”
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Joiah is an Italian–Colombian singer, producer, and DJ based in New York whose approach to electronic music feels closer to ritual than performance. She gravitates toward the spaces where eras, textures, and energies blur — between 90s trance echoes, cosmic house sensibilities, raw house breaks, and the shadowy pulse of techno. Never tied to a single lane, she moves through styles like currents, guided by intuition, symbolism, and emotion. As a producer, she released “Alchemic Amazon” on BSR, featuring a remix by Paolo Mosca, alongside several independent projects. Her collaborations include work with Muted Noise (with Roger Gerressen), Picnic Records, Klassified, vocal contributions to Gojnea76, an appearance on Nathan Melja’s Djo Sinego, and a guest mix for R&S Records. She has also delivered mixes for The Lot Radio. Joiah holds a residency with Signal and Apollo Studio while further expanding her presence within the global underground landscape. She has performed across the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Portugal, France, and the United States, and has shared the stage with acts such as Mochakk, Deniro, Gojnea76, Sandrien, BELLA, VTSS, and more. In New York, she curates the underground series Sudden Logic and hosts Talks With Goddesses — The Artemisia Collective, a podcast devoted to female empowerment in the arts and sports, exploring intuition, identity, and the transformative force of community. “Joiah’s artistry is like a galaxy brain-scaled explosion of sounds. She weaves Cali, Colombia’s bustling markets into ear candy with jazzy breaks, acid twirls, and dreamy vocals. Picture yourself vibing from a chill house party to a neon-lit club, all in one track. Indeed, Joiah’s eclecticism appeals as much to the listener as the dancer, which grants her a PHD in spirit lifting.” - Best Kept Secret Music FestivalTheir RA profile lists Future Culture Records, BSR, Muted Noise and Picnic Records.Recently at Outer Heaven, Signal, Earthly Delights · often with CAMILLA, Black Pomade, Armii1n, none of them here that night
“Ostara is a Miami based DJ.”
their own biography
Recently at The Boiler @ ELM Foundation · often with Zeravla, David Paglia, CAMILLA, none of them here that night
“Kurilo - born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, and now based in New York, Kurilo has been deeply connected to rhythm since the age of 12, when he first began playing percussion.”
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Kurilo - born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, and now based in New York, Kurilo has been deeply connected to rhythm since the age of 12, when he first began playing percussion. What started as countless hours of practice evolved into a passion for electronic music, eventually leading him to the turntables and the studio. A devoted vinyl selector with a rapidly growing collection that spans decades, Kurilo brings an eclectic yet cohesive sound to his DJ sets — blending rare 90s gems with forward-thinking electronic cuts. Beyond the decks, he is equally at home performing live, weaving percussive textures and hypnotic rhythms into dynamic performances. As a producer, Kurilo has built a strong discography. He is the co-founder of Trance Pandemic, Tunamelt and founder of Etat Records, carving out platforms for innovative and boundary-pushing music. His artistry is also represented by Nomad Agency and he is also a resident DJ at Signal in New York. Kurilo has taken his sound across Europe. With each project, release, and performance, he continues to refine a distinctive style that bridges raw energy with deep musicality.Tech House on 18, Techno on 16, Electro on 15 and Acid on 16. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on Tunamelt (2), Etat_Records (1) and Galactic Plastic (1); their RA profile also lists SPAZIOTEMPO, Trance Pandemic, Tancido and FIKTIV. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Dada, Apollo Studio, H0L0 · often with J. Richards, Mazko A, 98dots, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- CAMILLA16 with Joiah, 8 with Kurilo, 2 with G76, 2 with Ostara and 2 with Taimur
- J. Richards24 with Kurilo, 4 with Joiah and 2 with Taimur
- Armii1n11 with Auphoria, 5 with Joiah and 2 with Ostara
- Choukroun7 with Auphoria and 3 with Joiah
- Jack Mulqueen3 with Auphoria and 3 with Joiah
- Manny4 with Kurilo and 2 with Ostara
- Chloe Battelle3 with Kurilo and 1 with Taimur
- Jeny Michelle11 with Auphoria
101 said they were going — much busier than a usual Saturday at Apollo Studio.
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Apollo Studio49
- Middle half finished between11 and 73
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted132
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.