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Risqué circus with/ Ms. Mada Shahar + MORE

ARTSPACE215 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002 · Map

This night happened — Sat 17 May 2025

Risqué

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Who was billed8 artists

In the order the promoter listed them.

Set times were not published.

Most of these artists had shared a bill before that night.
the pairs that have met

12 of the 28 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

  • Shahar and THE MEZZ — 17 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 22 Jun 2024.
  • Shahar and Ocho — 6 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Shahar and Jean-Paul — 10 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 16 Mar 2024.
  • Shahar and Motum — 16 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 18 Aug 2023.
  • Motum and THE MEZZ — 10 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 27 Jul 2024.
  • Jean-Paul and THE MEZZ — 6 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 27 Jul 2024.
  • THE MEZZ and Ocho — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Motum and Jean-Paul — 7 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 16 Mar 2024.
  • Shahar and MANE — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Jean-Paul and Ocho — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Jean-Paul and MANE — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • MANE and Ocho — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Motum and Ocho — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • MANE and THE MEZZ — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Motum and MANE — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
  • Ms. Mada and Shahar — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 20 Jan 2024.

Who they are

  • Ms. Mada

    Miami · 13 bookings since Sep 2023

    “Filipino born and Miami raised, Ms.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Filipino born and Miami raised, Ms. Mada has become a staple of her hometown, as a resident of one of the world’s widely recognized institutions of electronic music, Club Space. Under the banner of the powerhouse group, LinkMiamiRebels, she has solidified her position within the soundscape of Miami opening and closing for many of today’s biggest names in electronic music. With an extensive resume spanning over 13 years, she has made notable & regular guest appearances at prolific clubs & festivals all around the world. Her latest endeavor is founding the party series MADAFAKAZ, comically named after an alias she was required to make up to perform at a subsidiary festival by III Points. The series has been well received from fans and peers alike. While her plans to mobilize the series remain to be seen, her growth & influence as an artist undoubtedly continues to expand...
    Their RA profile lists Something Different Records and Savoir Faire Musique.

    Recently at SILO, Kings Hall - Avant Gardner, Avant Gardner · often with Franky Rizardo, Mason Collective, Mai iachetti, none of them here that night

  • Shahar

    New York City · 49 bookings since Aug 2023

    “Israel-bred and NY-based Shahar is one of the NY underground’s top rising talents.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Israel-bred and NY-based Shahar is one of the NY underground’s top rising talents. His consistency has rewarded him with top billing at festivals and clubs including Hyte, EDC, BKWRHS, Output, Pacha and Cielo.A style all his own, Shahar’s brand of dark, pulsing and often atmospheric techno has earned him the respect of Hector, Chaim, Nicole Moudaber and Danny Tenaglia amongst others.

    Recently at ARTSPACE, SILO, Public Arts · often with Dapadi, James Wyler, Luquez, none of them here that night

  • Motum

    New York City · 21 bookings since Aug 2023

    “Delivering high-impact underground club sets built on groove, tension, and refined dancefloor energy, his productions balance percussive drive with atmospheric detail, creating music designed for peak-time dancefloors and immersive late-night environments.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Delivering high-impact underground club sets built on groove, tension, and refined dancefloor energy, his productions balance percussive drive with atmospheric detail, creating music designed for peak-time dancefloors and immersive late-night environments. Motum's releases have earned support from respected global selectors including The Martinez Brothers, Luciano, Mason Collective, Blond:ish, and Josh Butler — reinforcing his growing presence within the international club circuit. His releases have received support from globally recognized artists including The Martinez Brothers, Luciano, Mason Collective, Blond:ish, and Josh Butler — signaling his growing impact within the international underground scene. Other than being the label head of RISQUÉ RECORDS, a rapidly growing imprint gaining recognition from major players, Motum has also carved out a distinct presence as a DJ and producer in the electronic music scene. With a curated catalog across Beatport and Bandcamp showcasing original work and a selection of edits, Motum continues to refine a sound centered on functionality, momentum, and emotional resonance. In 2026, his vision remains clear: deliver sets and productions that move rooms with intention while maintaining a distinct, modern club identity.
    Their RA profile lists VIVa MUSiC, Nervous Records, Culprit, Disco Halal and 2 more.

    Recently at SILO, ARTSPACE, Public Arts · often with Luquez, Robertino, Cristina Lazic, none of them here that night

  • Jean-Paul

    Cali, Colombia · 40 bookings since Oct 2023

    “Hailing from Colombia and raised in Queens, Jean-Paul's rich cultural background infuses his music with a vibrant blend of Latin rhythms, classic dance records, and underground influences, captivating discerning listeners with his deeper sound selections.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Hailing from Colombia and raised in Queens, Jean-Paul's rich cultural background infuses his music with a vibrant blend of Latin rhythms, classic dance records, and underground influences, captivating discerning listeners with his deeper sound selections. Since embarking on his music production craft, he has achieved notable success with releases on labels including Houseworx and Hot Wax. In 2021, Jean-Paul participated in the Vatos Locos Camp in Mexico, earning the opportunity to perform at the iconic barAmericas. These accolades have also opened doors for Jean-Paul to showcase his sound in major cities such as Houston, Atlanta, and Miami, expanding his reach to new audiences across the United States. His latest venture, L’Baile, stands as a meticulously curated party series, elevating him to a residency at the esteemed TBA Brooklyn, further solidifying his position in the global music scene.
    Their RA profile lists Houseworx.

    Recently at ARTSPACE, Public Arts, H0L0 · often with Jeny Michelle, Pablo Romero, Derrik Muñoz, none of them here that night

  • MANE

    Bangalore, India · 15 bookings since Feb 2025

    “Raised in India, Mane (IN) is carving out an intersection between Brooklyn’s minimal deep sound and South Asia’s love for percussion, and rolling grooves.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Raised in India, Mane (IN) is carving out an intersection between Brooklyn’s minimal deep sound and South Asia’s love for percussion, and rolling grooves. He began heavily influenced by household names like Michael Bibi and Mason Collective, slowly progressing to artists you probably haven’t heard of before. He’s brought this sound to some notable clubs in Brooklyn and Philly, sharing the booth with big names like Darius Syrossian, Draxx, Bryan Softwell, and Ky William to name a few. Bookings: fathermanemgmt@gmail.com

    Recently at Althea's Rooftop, The Woodshop, SILO · often with Jeny Michelle, James Wyler, Camila Wolf, none of them here that night

  • Angie Ocampo

    11 bookings since Nov 2023 · Nervous Records rooftop house

    Recently at Superior Ingredients, Althea's Rooftop, Listen Brooklyn · often with Maria Sifontes, Vnuz, Milö, none of them here that night

  • THE MEZZ

    18 bookings since Jun 2024

    Recently at ARTSPACE, Public Arts · often with Dapadi, Luquez, Diego Teran, none of them here that night

  • Ocho

    10 bookings since Mar 2025

    Last at Music For A While in Mar · often with Dapadi, Aries, James Wyler, none of them here that night

names these artists often play with — not that night
  • James Wyler7 with Shahar, 3 with MANE, 3 with THE MEZZ and 2 with Ocho
  • Luquez13 with Shahar, 10 with Motum and 7 with THE MEZZ
  • Dapadi7 with Ocho, 7 with Shahar and 4 with THE MEZZ
  • Aries2 with Ocho, 2 with Shahar and 1 with THE MEZZ
  • Jeny Michelle6 with Jean-Paul and 4 with MANE
  • Robertino3 with Motum and 3 with THE MEZZ
  • Camila Wolf3 with Jean-Paul and 2 with MANE
  • VITO2 with Shahar and 1 with Ocho

The room

ARTSPACE — 58 events and 119 distinct artists since Aug 2023.

Most-tagged here: Afro House (3) and Deep House (3). genre tags on this room’s listings

Who put it on

Risqué — 29 events and 79 artists since Aug 2023.

Artist photos: Resident Advisor, event 2170318.

Venue and promoter records, co-billing history and scene names: adrift’s record of New York City events.

Quoted passages are the promoter’s or the artist’s own words, unedited.