Tech Afrique w. Eli Fola, Floyd Lavine & William Djoko on The Roof by Gray Area

Who they are

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  Eli Fola

  New York City · 12 bookings since Aug 2023

  “Eli Fola is a Nigerian-American multi-disciplinary sound artist, saxophonist, DJ, and producer.”

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  Eli Fola is a Nigerian-American multi-disciplinary sound artist, saxophonist, DJ, and producer. He is the creator and pioneer of the live-hybrid set “Yoruba Tech Soul”, an innovative fusion of AfroHouse, techno, jazz, and classical music. He is often regarded as a saxophone genius and branded with the visual art world due to his powerful imagery that showcases Afrohouse and spirituality in a modern context. Eli Fola’s first introduction to house music and techno was his discovery of Osunlade and Jeff Mills. Fela Kuti was also a huge inspiration growing up, as Eli mixed Afrobeats and highlife music with traditional Nigerian genres. This colorful blend of artistry and style grew the backbone of his signature sound. Eli’s innovative style and sonic identity caught the attention of Grammy-winning powerhouses Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, who booked Eli for a private event at their home, and featured him at their No Commission event in Miami. Eli has shared the stage with icons like ASAP Rocky, Lil Wayne, and 2 Chainz, and has performed alongside other major artists including Black Coffee, Pablo Fierro, and Audiofly. As a film score composer, he has been commissioned to work on projects for Vogue Italia and Free The Works, including collaborations with brands like Soho House, Bacardi, ArtNews, and ArtBasel. Eli was also a 2017 TED Talks speaker and performer, presenting his talk focused on how music can be used to reconcile and highlight differences in culture and identity. In 2016, Eli Fola founded Tech Afrique, an independent label, events, and cultural platform that promotes Afrofuturist ideas. Growing with large success, Tech Afrique keeps a progressive pulse on the culture, serving as a buzzing platform to release music and showcase upcoming DJs and producers around the world. With a special focus on the historically underrepresented BIPOC community, the label has successfully released three EPs and curated a sizzling event series across New York City and Tulum, Mexico that highlights the magic of his multicultural artistry.
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  Their RA profile lists Connected.

  Recently at Superior Ingredients, Knockdown Center, Musica Club NYC · often with Sanvero, Bruce Wayne, FULL VENUE TAKEOVER w, none of them here that night

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  Floyd Lavine

  Cape Town, South Africa · 2 bookings since Aug 2025

  “Floyd Lavine is an 'African Nomad' whose passion for electronic music is deeply rooted in his African heritage.”

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  Floyd Lavine is an 'African Nomad' whose passion for electronic music is deeply rooted in his African heritage. His focus lies on crafting grooves that embody the essence of the African soul. “My mission and vision are to create a space of love, trust, humility, kindness, and connection. My sets take listeners on a journey into a world of sonic wonderland, filled with fun and love,” Floyd expresses. Floyd's curated sets span across genres, from Afro to Techno to Disco, allowing him to explore the boundless beauty of electronic music. Over the past few years, he has travelled the world, captivating crowds at renowned festivals and revered dancefloors. His talent has garnered support and featured appearances on prestigious platforms such as BBC Music, Mixmag, DJ Mag, Vogue Italia, and Beatport. With releases and remixes on legendary labels like Innervisions and Ninja Tune, Floyd has skilfully reimagined tracks from artists such as Kerri Chandler to Coldcut. In 2021, Floyd embarked on his latest project, 'Afrikan Tales.' This boutique label is dedicated to showcasing bespoke music and highlighting artists from the African continent, as well as those around the world who draw inspiration from the rich African culture. 'My vision for the label is to tell our own story, create our own narrative, and explore our own creativity without limitations,' Floyd passionately shares, emphasizing the label's commitment to artistic freedom and expression."
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  Their RA profile lists Get Physical Music, Moon Harbour Recordings, Connaisseur Recordings, Innervisions and 6 more.

  Last at Knockdown Center in Aug · often with Doozie, Butterman, Schiela, none of them here that night

• William Djoko

  2 bookings since Feb 2024

  Recently at SILO · often with Pablo Ceballos, Luna Mar, none of them here that night