Justin Strauss + HONEY B / Donis + VARSHA & Sevyn / Darone Sassounian
public records233 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217 · Map
This night happened — Sat 30 Aug 2025
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Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Gabriela, Sat 24 OctJustin Strauss
- HONEY B
- next: Nowadays, Sat 24 OctDonis
- next: Nowadays, Sat 21 NovVARSHA
- Sevyn
- Darone Sassounian
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
10 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- VARSHA and Sevyn — 8 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 8 Dec 2023.
- Donis and Sevyn — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 22 Feb 2025.
- HONEY B and Sevyn — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 30 Aug 2025.
- Donis and VARSHA — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 4 Jul 2025.
- Justin Strauss and HONEY B — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Wed 8 Nov 2023.
Who they are
“Bio Few DJs could adequately represent the last three decades of New York nightclub history - no less do so with such iconic credentials as Justin Strauss.”
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Bio Few DJs could adequately represent the last three decades of New York nightclub history - no less do so with such iconic credentials as Justin Strauss. Since he was 17, when his first band was signed to Island Records, Justin has had a career that reads like a Who’s-Who of the music scene, spinning at nearly every dance club that you’d ever want to go to. Starting as DJ at New York’s legendary Mudd Club, he spun his way through The Ritz, Limelight, Area, Tunnel, M.K., Life, Centro Fly and more, pioneering his own distinctive sound, and becoming one of the most sought-after remixers and producers not just in New York, but in the world. He has worked with the gamut of artists - Depeche Mode, Sergio Mendez, Tina Turner, Jimmy Cliff, B-52s, Luther Vandross, Malcolm McClaren, Skinny Puppy, Goldfrapp, to name a few (see full list) – and on over 200 records! Much of the new dance crowd that goes to hear Justin DJ today, whether at subMercer, The Standard, Highbar, Soho House, or Love, doesn’t necessarily know his history; they simply love his spinning because he always keeps them dancing and surprised, seamlessly mixing between choice classics, delectable rarities and innovative beats. For Justin, no genre or style is off-limits – he can and will mix anything, so long as he can keep the crowd enthralled. His self-proclaimed mission is “connecting the dots” between what might otherwise seem disparate musical periods and styles, while introducing exciting new sounds. He does so with infectious passion, subverting preconceptions about what’s old and new, and inspiring young DJs with his masterful skill and ever-youthful spirit. But Justin Strauss doesn’t stop there. As half of the production duo, Whatever/Whatever, he continues to produce and mix records, working on remixes for the likes of LCD Soundsystem, Beyonce, La Roux and more. In fact, he doesn’t stop at all. Like the amazing city he’s dedicatedly kept dancing since 1980, Justin just keeps going. Coming Soon. a/jus/ted . New project with Eddie Mars. 2013Synth-pop on 46, Pop Rock on 21, House on 34 and Disco on 13. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on DFA (1) and Demon Records (1); their RA profile also lists Southern Fried Records, Under the Shade, Dither Down, Plant Music and 3 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Gabriela, Outer Heaven, Earthly Delights · often with Seth Magoon, Mike Guimond, Amelia Holt, none of them here that night
“HONEY B is a Brooklyn-based artist who brings a fearless, playful energy to the booth, blending unexpected sounds into dancefloor alchemy.”
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HONEY B is a Brooklyn-based artist who brings a fearless, playful energy to the booth, blending unexpected sounds into dancefloor alchemy. Her productions echo that spirit - fusing aquatic, otherworldly melodies with driving techno, breaks & house rhythms. Emerging from Brooklyn’s underground with undeniable momentum, she has commanded dancefloors in clubs across New York City, San Francisco, Tokyo and beyond, leaving a distinct imprint wherever she plays.Recently at Superior Ingredients, Jade, The House · often with nextdimensional, DJ Shannon, Jubilee, none of them here that night
“DONIS is a Dominican American DJ/Producer from Brooklyn, NY.”
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DONIS is a Dominican American DJ/Producer from Brooklyn, NY. His style embodies both tradition and innovation. Firmly rooted in NYC’s Dance Music history while tastefully pushing the envelope, he masterfully explores the intersections between Soulful House, Afro House, Techno and Disco. In the DJ booth, he combines excellent mixing skills with an innate ability to read the crowd, both responding to their desires while setting his sonic agenda. He’s become well known in the New York underground scene for playing parties and clubs such as Soul In The Horn, Papi Juice, Dweller Festival, Lebain, Basement among many others. He has most recently self released their second EP Metamorphosis02 and currently holds residencies at renowned club Nowadays, and The Lot Radio.Their RA profile lists Toucan Sounds.Recently at Nowadays, Paragon, Xanadu · often with Bendito, Jeremy Giros, JADALAREIGN, none of them here that night
Recently at H0L0, Earthly Delights, Mansions · often with Tlim Shug, Honey Bun, theoretic, none of them here that night
“While Sevyn's calling for live instrumentation and musical arrangement has thrived, she has unanticipatedly embarked on her journey into the world of DJ'ing and established her name and footprint in musical spaces outside of her hometown, Washington DC.”
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While Sevyn's calling for live instrumentation and musical arrangement has thrived, she has unanticipatedly embarked on her journey into the world of DJ'ing and established her name and footprint in musical spaces outside of her hometown, Washington DC. Sevyn is a producer, DJ, curator and founder of music platform and curatorial studio "Beautiful Noise" based in Brooklyn, NY. She seeks connections through music and her deep appreciation for culture and history radiates through narrative-driven mixes and productions. She centralizes story and narrative; genres are just chapters which, when taken together, are greater than the sum of their parts. Her energy on the dancefloor pulsates the same rhythm while weaving in and out of records from House gems to Jazz, Techno and Soul. Her commitment to music and sound has led her to opportunities in spaces outside of the club. She composed a piece for a film presented in the Alvin Ailey exhibit titled "Edges of Ailey", directed by Kya Lou and Josh Begley at The Whitney Museum in New York City. The birth of Beautiful Noise has expanded her role as a curator soundtracking The Getty Museum celebrating Black Visual Culture for the African American Art History Initiative. Her time as a DJ has brought her gigs internationally where she toured and opened for jazz musician Cktrl, played at the legendary Tresor in Berlin, London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul and more. Whether playing in her stomping grounds or rocking dance floors overseas, Sevyn creates dance floor memories you'll want to replay again and again.Recently at H0L0, 99 Scott Ave, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with Honey Bun, Tlim Shug, Quelza, none of them here that night
Recently at Elsewhere · often with MNSA, Fursa, Ramzi El Edlibi, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Tlim Shug6 with VARSHA and 4 with Sevyn
- Cosmo7 with Donis and 2 with VARSHA
- Honey Bun4 with Sevyn and 3 with VARSHA
- Daniro3 with Donis and 3 with HONEY B
- Lovie2 with Sevyn and 2 with VARSHA
- Shy One2 with Sevyn and 2 with VARSHA
- Stonie Blue2 with Sevyn and 2 with VARSHA
- nextdimensional11 with HONEY B
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at public records197
- Middle half finished between109 and 312
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted191
The room
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