Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: RSO.BERLIN in Berlin, Fri 20 NovDJ TOOL
- Kancheli
- next: The Chocolate Factory, Sat 7 NovKim Ann Foxman
- next: Nowadays, Sat 7 NovGabrielle Kwarteng
- ISAbella
- Ian Crane
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.
- DJ TOOL and Kim Ann Foxman — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 2 Aug 2025.
- Gabrielle Kwarteng and ISAbella — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 21 Jun 2025.
- Kancheli and Gabrielle Kwarteng — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 7 Mar 2025.
- DJ TOOL and Gabrielle Kwarteng — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Thu 11 Sep 2025.
- DJ TOOL and Ian Crane — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 2 Aug 2025.
- Kancheli and ISAbella — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 15 Sep 2023.
- Gabrielle Kwarteng and Ian Crane — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 12 Sep 2025.
- Kim Ann Foxman and Ian Crane — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 2 Aug 2025.
- Kim Ann Foxman and ISAbella — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Jun 2025.
- Kim Ann Foxman and Gabrielle Kwarteng — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Jun 2025.
- Kancheli and Kim Ann Foxman — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 27 Apr 2024.
Who they are
“Mala Junta resident Part of Fast Forward Productions”
their own biography
Their RA profile lists Falling Ethics and Fast Forward Productions.Recently at Camp Kennybrook, BASEMENT, Knockdown Center · often with Yazzus, Hyperaktivist, D.Dan, none of them here that night
Last at BASEMENT in Jul · often with 98dots, Newa, Stef Mendesidis, none of them here that night
“The short-story version of Kim Ann Foxman’s trajectory is pretty simple: An island-born kid dreams of a life in clubland, hits the big city and, with a little bit of luck and a lot of hard work, emerges as one of dance music’s leading figures.”
their own biography
the whole biography
The short-story version of Kim Ann Foxman’s trajectory is pretty simple: An island-born kid dreams of a life in clubland, hits the big city and, with a little bit of luck and a lot of hard work, emerges as one of dance music’s leading figures. But it’s the details that transforms her singular tale into something far more fascinating than the standard-issue success story. After all, what other DJ can lay claim to the title of Miss Teen Filipina Hawaii? How many can say that their first job in nightlife was when in high school, serving as the in-house dancer and serving rave smoothies at an all-ages club? How many, after moving to New York by way of San Francisco in the early ’00s, can say that they helped to rejuvenate the city’s then-stale nightlife via her residency at one of the best parties ever held in a hole-in-the-wall gay bar, the Mad Clams affair? How many have tasted stardom as one of the original members of the scene-making dance-music collective Hercules and Love Affair? Exactly one, and it’s Kim Ann. But it’s a safe bet that she would have made it to where she is today without those biographical eccentricities, because her near-classical take on jacking club rhythms is hard to resist, sounding as fantastic at a full-scale mega-rave as it does at a grimy basement bash. It’s a universally appealing sound that’s taken her around the world—the past few years have seen her playing such hallowed halls as Fabric, Berghain, DC-10, Concrete and Contact, all while holding down a residency at her hometown’s Good Room. A lifetime in clubbing has informed Kim Ann’s studio work as well, with her music—much of it coming out on her own Firehouse label—synthesizing the best elements of raw house, propulsive 303 material, emotive techno and even the occasional hint of trance into a hugely satisfying whole that lives somewhere between the weird and the wonderful. And then there’s her latest project, Pleasure Planet, which sees her teaming with Andrew Potter and Brian Hersey to add sparkling touches of extraterrestrial new wave to the mix on her new sublabel, self:timer. It’s yet another twist in the continuing saga of Kim Ann Foxman—and, we’d wager, there are plenty more to come. Bio Written By Bruce TantumHouse on 64, Deep House on 31, Techno on 18 and Tech House on 21. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on BMG (1), Dischi Autunno (1) and FREE UNIVERSE (1); their RA profile also lists Skint, Ghostly International, Relish Recordings, Needwant and 6 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Signal, BASEMENT, Mansions · often with Cora, Shaun J. Wright, Cosmo, none of them here that night
“Gabrielle Kwarteng’s journey continues to be one of passion, dedication and fate.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Gabrielle Kwarteng’s journey continues to be one of passion, dedication and fate. Born and raised in New York, Kwarteng has withstood shifting sands in dance music to represent a curatorial presence with a deep knowledge of music history, driven by a dedication to regenerating its culture. In an era of everything at once, Kwarteng is a DJ who weaves stories for the dancefloor that often look to the past, while always focusing on possible futures. In an era of sonic singularities, Kwarteng’s flexibility and curiosity is a virtue; her long-awaited debut at Dekmantel Festival in 2023 resulted in no less than three sets across the weekend, each possessing contrasting energies. Elsewhere London’s iconic Fabric have championed Kwarteng on multiple occasions, programming her into their prestigious 25th birthday celebrations alongside the likes of Ben UFO and Ricardo Villalobos. At Berghain, she has appeared with even greater frequency as part of some of the fabled club’s most crucial parties, including CSD, Silvester, as well as smoothly piloting seven-hour closing sets in Panorama Bar. Such reverberations have reached far beyond the club; FKA twigs extended a personal invite to soundtrack her 2024 Met Gala afterparty. Taking place at The Standard, Kwarteng played just a few blocks uptown from the Soho Grand ballroom, where she had once furtively begun her first DJ residency, less than a decade earlier. The roots of this keen musicality run deep. Born in Brooklyn to Ghanaian parents but raised in the Bronx, Kwarteng’s childhood was soundtracked by a mix of first-wave Highlife, Afrobeat and disco. Outside her own front door, in a thriving neighborhood of diverse American experiences, entire sounds and scenes expanded and exploded as pop-culture began to mutate in new ways, both online and off. Crossing to Manhattan for school, the tempo changed entirely as rock, hip hop and experimental music filled Kwarteng’s ears, accompanying her intense study. Juggling academia with the beat became part of life, and she was later presented with the Mixcloud Online Radio Award for Best Eclectic Show, broadcasting on then burgeoning online radio station, The Lot. An early and completely unexpected acknowledgement of an instinct for music that traversed genre expectations, it laid down the foundations for her later move and return to Europe, and a commitment to trusting her creative instincts. Here, Kwarteng has not only become a fixture in established, open-minded musical spaces everywhere from Berlin, London, Amsterdam and Paris, but is equally called upon to establish the energy of new ventures, such as Horst Club in Belgium. Her resplendent selections have made connections further still, on tour in Australia, South America and soon to include Asia. Listening and dancing to Kwarteng, whether in a cavernous rave hall, a sweat-soaked underground club or amid the temporary pleasures of a festival, is an experience that feels at once familiar but always energizing. Fluidly slipping through a mix of heady 80s and 90s US house, disco interpretations that traverse diaspora and eras, and the futurist pulse of physical, emotive techno, Kwarteng expertly matches the requisite energy of contemporary queer rave culture. This understanding led to an invitation to make a storied Glastonbury festival debut at the legendary Block 9, the deepest pleasure center within the nocturnal NYC Downlow, before returning in 2024 for a back-to-back set with Shanti Celeste, this time on the wider scale of the Silver Hayes stage. Wherever she performs, Kwarteng’s expertise serves to not only continue the championing of Black American genres such as house, techno and disco, but equally, to explore the continuum of global dance music as a whole. Having laid the foundations for a unique musical journey, it’s a level of respect that’s tangible on any dancefloor. In these increasingly sacred spaces, Gabrielle Kwarteng’s personal passion translates into collective ecstasy. The dig continues.Recently at Camp Kennybrook, H0L0, BASEMENT · often with Berghain, Massimiliano Pagliara, Boris, none of them here that night
“From intimate underground gatherings to packed main rooms, ISAbella has become a leading figure in today’s global electronic scene.”
their own biography
the whole biography
From intimate underground gatherings to packed main rooms, ISAbella has become a leading figure in today’s global electronic scene. As co-founder of the celebrated LGBTQ+ party, platform and collective MARICAS, she has crafted inclusive spaces that celebrate queer culture and foster connection both on and off the dancefloor. Her impact, however, extends far beyond the city – ISAbella is now a powerful presence on the international electronic music circuit, known for emotionally charged sets that blend house and techno into deeply transformative dancefloor journeys. Originally from Cali, Colombia, ISAbella found her creative home in Barcelona, where she co-founded MARICAS in 2018—a party that quickly evolved into a multidisciplinary platform and record label. In 2020, she released her debut EP Audio Exótica on MARICAS Records and launched the livestream series The Art of Staying at Home, which offered a lifeline of connection and joy during lockdown. As a producer, ISAbella continues to explore hypnotic and percussive sonic landscapes that reflect her Latin American roots and club sensibilities. Her music has been featured on respected imprints like Peach Discs and MARICAS Records, with tracks that balance raw emotional intensity and bold rhythmic energy—further solidifying her voice as a singular artist in the global scene. Her reach has since gone global, with standout performances at world-renowned festivals like Primavera Sound, Glastonbury, Sónar, Dekmantel, Dimensions and Lentekabinet. On the club circuit, she’s brought her distinctive sound to iconic, legendary venues including Berghain, Fabric, Nitsa and Fold. Beyond the decks, ISAbella continues to push for visibility and liberation within the scene—championing a vision of club culture that is radical, joyful and deeply human.Recently at H0L0, Bossa Nova Civic Club, Nowadays · often with Roza Terenzi, Miss Parker, Jennifer Loveless, none of them here that night
“Ian Crane is a Brooklyn-based DJ, originally hailing from the mountains of Northern California.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Ian Crane is a Brooklyn-based DJ, originally hailing from the mountains of Northern California. Inspired by the transformative power of the rave, Ian’s timeless selections on the dance floor tend towards the dramatic, uplifting, and sincere.Recently at BASEMENT, Honey's, Earthly Delights · often with Meilgaarden, Mixed Greens, Byron Yeates, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Byron Yeates4 with DJ TOOL and 2 with Ian Crane
- Juliana Huxtable3 with Gabrielle Kwarteng and 2 with ISAbella
- LYDO3 with Kim Ann Foxman and 2 with Kancheli
- Massimiliano Pagliara3 with Gabrielle Kwarteng and 2 with ISAbella
- Mike Servito2 with Ian Crane and 2 with Kim Ann Foxman
- Meilgaarden11 with Ian Crane
- Yazzus8 with DJ TOOL
- Berghain7 with Gabrielle Kwarteng
1,372 said they were going — about like a usual Friday at BASEMENT.
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at BASEMENT1,410
- Middle half finished between1,080 and 1,762
- Past Fridays at this venue counted119
The room
BASEMENT — 294 events and 630 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Holds about 500.