Who was billed7 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- Daniel Avery
- next: BASEMENT, Fri 13 NovJustine Perry
- next: Nowadays, Fri 30 OctLYDO
- next: The Chocolate Factory, Sat 7 NovZombies In Miami
- Perfect Lovers
- Victor Rodriguez
- Por Detroit
Set times were not published.
Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met
17 of the 21 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Victor Rodriguez and Por Detroit — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 5 Apr 2025.
- Perfect Lovers and Por Detroit — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 5 Apr 2025.
- Perfect Lovers and Victor Rodriguez — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 5 Apr 2025.
- Justine Perry and LYDO — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 27 Jun 2025.
Who they are
““The word escape is wrong, I haven’t been trying to escape” Ultra Truth - the fifth album by Daniel Avery - is ablaze.”
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“The word escape is wrong, I haven’t been trying to escape” Ultra Truth - the fifth album by Daniel Avery - is ablaze. The burning fire is there in the distortion that radiates bright and flickers across the tracks like flames, shooting sparks in every direction. It’s there as every celestial melody decays, rendered down to molten sound, leaving almost nothing under wave upon wave of white noise, black noise, red and amber noise. And it’s there in the heat created by the constant motion of rhythms wrenched out of overheated machines; skittering drum tracks programmed in restless sequences that become more hypnotic as they unfold. Since 2013’s Drone Logic, Avery has released four critically lauded solo albums and one collaborative LP - Illusion Of Time - with Alessandro Cortini, Italian composer and member of Nine Inch Nails, a band with whom Avery toured across America in 2018. “Ultra Truth finds me in a different place to where I’ve been before. My previous albums have all focused on the idea of music being an escape or a distraction from the world but that’s not the case this time. For me this album is about looking directly into the darkness, not running away from it. There’s a way through these times but it involves keeping the important people in your life close to you and navigating the noise together. This is an intentionally heavy and dense album, the hooks often hidden in dusty corners. I’m no longer dealing in a misty-eyed euphoria. Ultra Truth is a distorted fever dream of a record: riled, determined and alive.” The record was created in Avery’s Thames side studio with collaborative help from a host of friends: the production touch of Ghost Culture and Manni Dee, the vocals of HAAi, Jonnine Standish (HTRK), AK Paul and the voices of Marie Davidson, Kelly Lee Owens, Sherelle and James Massiah. Each adds their own unique emotional glow to the record through poetry, pensive thoughts and soaring melodies. “I’m working with an entirely different world of sound on this record. Every single influence from the last decade spent on the road plays a part. Things that have been in the back of my mind forever, warped, distorted and pushed to a new place.” Ultra Truth is just that. It’s the ultimate musical truth of one of the country’s most innovative, boundary-pushing electronic producers. And the truth is, this is a record to give you a burning sense of hope.Their RA profile lists Phantasy Sound and Toy Tonics.Recently at Good Room, BASEMENT · often with John Loveless, Ariela Leiva, Johnny Knüppel Takeover, none of them here that night
“She actively supports emerging artists and is engaged in the LGBTQIA+ community, contributing to safer and more inclusive spaces through her involvement in queer parties.”
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She actively supports emerging artists and is engaged in the LGBTQIA+ community, contributing to safer and more inclusive spaces through her involvement in queer parties. Following her debut EP on Dynamic Reflection in 2024, she returned in 2026 with a second EP on X/Y/Secret, further refining her distinctive, high-intensity sonic identity. She has also contributed to compilations on Blue Hour and Vault Sessions, strengthening her presence within today’s techno landscape.Their RA profile lists Ostgut Ton, Dynamic Reflection, Blue Hour, On Board Music and 6 more.often with Paula Koski, Berghain, Richard Akingbehin, none of them here that night
“Lydo is a Filipino-born Vietnamese-American sound artist.”
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Lydo is a Filipino-born Vietnamese-American sound artist. As a resident DJ of BASEMENT NY, their distinctive sets explode the parameters of techno, deftly cutting across genres while retaining a highly personal emotional resonance. Whenever Lydo plays, it’s best to leave your expectations at the door and simply prepare for an unexpected array of sonic thrills, ranging from visceral and grooving to mind-bendingly experimental. A trans artist themselves, Lydo launched X-TRA.SERVICES to serve and create space for queer, trans, and nonbinary people of color. This ethos of care and insurgent collectivity runs through their broader practice. They have performed at Berlin Atonal, Draaimolen Festival, Bourse de Commerce, and Bassiani, as well as subterranean parties and festivals across North America, Europe, and Asia. Beyond the club, Lydo works with sound through installation, composition, and curation. Their abstract, experimental work spans museum and institutional contexts, including MoMA PS1, SculptureCenter, and Kunsthalle Basel, among others. In 2025, they launched care., an itinerant series for live and experimental sound that continues to explore new sonic forms in unexpected contexts.Their RA profile lists X-TRA.SERVICES.Recently at BASEMENT, The House, MoMA PS1 · often with The Carry Nation, Juana, Shaun J. Wright, none of them here that night
“ZOMBIES IN MIAMI is a project created by Cani & Jenouise.”
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ZOMBIES IN MIAMI is a project created by Cani & Jenouise. The couple became one of the most prominent members of Mexico‘s vital electronic scene over the last decade. After highly acclaimed EPs and tracks for such diverse labels as Running Back, Correspondant, Love on the Rocks, Fabric, Permanent Vacation or Live at Robert Johnson they started their own label called Creatures of the Night releasing their own music and talented people from Latinoamérica and all the world. Playing regularly in top clubs in the world like Berghain / Panorama Bar, Robert Johnson, Fabric, Blitz, Nitsa, Lux Fragil, Basement, Rex and also festivals as Sonar, Fusion, Goptun Festival, Nachtdigital, Paradise City, Garbicz, Mutek and many more. https://www.sweatlodgeagency.com/artist/zombies-in-miami/Their RA profile lists fabric Records, Permanent Vacation, Running Back, Live At Robert Johnson and 6 more.Recently at Good Room · often with Berghain, DJ MARIA., Säule, none of them here that night
“Perfect Lovers is a Canadian born, LA based dj who likes to over-indulge in North American queer history.”
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Perfect Lovers is a Canadian born, LA based dj who likes to over-indulge in North American queer history. He tries to have one foot sternly rooted in the sounds of the 70s and 80s queer revolution , while carving out new sounds for the future generation He is the cofounder of Por Detroit, Somos and Camp Caftan, and runs the Muy Muy Limited Record label where he self releases his tracks alongside artists such as Nikki Nair, Ariel Zetina, Djs Pareja, and MijoLast at BASEMENT in Apr · often with Chris Cruse, Mac Declos, Marcal, none of them here that night
“An Influential DJ and promoter since before he was legally allowed to enter clubs, Victor Rodriguez has been a part of building the LA club scene since the late 80’s and early 90’s through his association with such clubs as White Chocolate, Plastic Passion, and Mr.”
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An Influential DJ and promoter since before he was legally allowed to enter clubs, Victor Rodriguez has been a part of building the LA club scene since the late 80’s and early 90’s through his association with such clubs as White Chocolate, Plastic Passion, and Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. In the late 90's he teamed up with Billy Erb in bringing the legendary NYC party "Beige" to Los Angeles. It was a huge success that lasted 11 years and set a new standard in LA nightlife. Through his collaboration with DJ Chris Bowen in 2008 under the Critter Control collective, they helped established a re-birth of downtown queer club culture with their party "Shits & Giggles”, and later with Cub Scout and and their current incarnation; Bears in Space. They regularly showcase such talents as DJ Harvey, Eric Duncun, Lovefingers & Heidi Lawden, Justin Van Der Vluegan, Andy Butler, Pat Mahoney, Horse Meat Disco, Daniel Wang, Tim Sweeney, Honcho, Optimo, Honey Sound System, Discodromo, among many others. The parties have received wide critical success and they have taken Bears in Space to other cities such as Palm Springs, P-town, Vancouver and every other month in Mexico City. Victor Rodriguez has been collecting records since he was 7 with a collection well past 15 000. He has recently shared billing with the likes of Lauer, Zombies in Miami, Intergalictic Gary, Hugo Capablanca, Jennifer Cardini and Carry Nation, playing across Europe, Canada, Mexico, Colombia and the US. His current monthly residences include, Cub Scout, Bears in Space, Bears in Space CDMX, Discoteca at The Ace Hotel DTLA, and Palm Springs. His private clients events have included such personalities as Elton John, Anna Wintour, Madonna, Donatella Versace, and once had Grace Jones request a private after-hours set for her and her entourage. And then there was the time he shared the decks with Prince….. His versatility and ability to set mood with his wide collection of disco, house, soul, and rare vinyl only releases has proved his ability to remain relevant in our ever-changing climate.Recently at BASEMENT, The Parkside Lounge, Razor-N-Tape Flagship Store · often with Chris Cruse, Mac Declos, Marcal, none of them here that night
Last at BASEMENT in Apr · often with Chris Cruse, Mac Declos, Marcal, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Chris Cruse1 with Perfect Lovers, 1 with Por Detroit and 1 with Victor Rodriguez
- Cora1 with Perfect Lovers, 1 with Por Detroit and 1 with Victor Rodriguez
- Kilopatrah Jones1 with Perfect Lovers, 1 with Por Detroit and 1 with Victor Rodriguez
- Mac Declos1 with Perfect Lovers, 1 with Por Detroit and 1 with Victor Rodriguez
- Marcal1 with Perfect Lovers, 1 with Por Detroit and 1 with Victor Rodriguez
- x3butterfly1 with Perfect Lovers, 1 with Por Detroit and 1 with Victor Rodriguez
- Berghain6 with Zombies In Miami and 5 with Justine Perry
- Kim Ann Foxman3 with LYDO and 2 with Zombies In Miami
1,257 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.
Who put it on
Por Detroit — 2 events and 12 artists since Apr 2025.