Apollo Studio w Dana Ruh & Mihai Pol
Apollo Studio72 Apollo St Brooklyn, NY 11222 · Map
This night happened — Fri 12 Sep 2025
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Who was billed7 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Golden Gate in Berlin, Fri 30 OctDana Ruh
- Mihai Pol
- next: Outer Heaven, Fri 23 OctBella Mutino
- Dani Moon
- Argent State
- Zeravla
- David Berrie
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.
- Bella Mutino and Dani Moon — 8 shared bills before that night, first on Wed 29 Nov 2023.
- Bella Mutino and David Berrie — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 21 Mar 2025.
- Zeravla and David Berrie — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Tue 31 Dec 2024.
- Mihai Pol and Zeravla — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 26 Oct 2024.
Who they are
“Labelled by Resident Advisor as “one of the classiest and grooviest house DJs out there,'' Dana Ruh is a musician who lives and breathes music like few others.”
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Labelled by Resident Advisor as “one of the classiest and grooviest house DJs out there,'' Dana Ruh is a musician who lives and breathes music like few others. Thoroughly obsessed by the complexities of sound, she’s as renowned for his wizardry behind the decks as she is her label, Brouqade — as well as her role at fledgling Berlin music space, KMA60. A native of Gera, Ruh has been firmly settled in Berlin for over a decade now, with Germany’s capital continuing to play a profound effect on her unique way of working. An impressively multifaceted musician, Ruh’s early sound was often characterised by its subtle, minimal tropes, although these days she’s equally as likely to champion classy, up-tempo house as she is a tougher, more peak-time techno vibe. It’s a way of working that means she’s equally comfortable throwing it down in Romania as she Ibiza or at her summer residency at Berlin’s Club der Visionare. A master of the subtle groove, Ruh’s work continues to draw praise from electronic music’s most respected names, with her highly-regarded debut LP, Naturally, released via Jus Ed’s Underground Quality. Added to this, further celebrated releases have arrived recently via equally discerning outposts such as Slices of Life, Cave Records and Autoreply. Closer to home, Ruh continues to rep her Brouqade imprint with distinction. Conceived in 2007, the label is now firmly established one that’s equally likely to push forward-thinking up-and-coming artists and established names alike. Never one to sit still, Ruh’s most recent endeavour is KMA60, a collaborative affair alongside Jamie Fry. Located in Berlin’s Neukölln, KMA60 encompasses a record shop, a studio space, as well an in-house label, KMA60 Rezpektiva. Established in early 2019 but already gaining a reputation for its killer record selection and welcoming atmosphere, much like Dana Ruh herself, KMA60 is quickly becoming synonymous with quality.Their RA profile lists Cocoon Recordings, Ostgut Ton, Underground Quality, Brouqade and 6 more.Recently at Moondog Hifi, Signal, 222 Bogart · often with Alessia Ceruti, Elia Nafzger, Rick Baguette, none of them here that night
“Romania has quite an extensive history with minimal tech-house.”
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Romania has quite an extensive history with minimal tech-house. The various waves of talent to bust out of the country have something in common: they were all masters of form and function. One of the latest additions to this great legacy is Mihai Pol. Now he is stepping out into the spotlight. Mihai Pol burst onto the scene in 2016 with "Goneta" through Capodopere, a EP, which stood out for its lightness and striking uniqueness. His discography has evolved at a pace all its own. No two 12-inch records sound the same - from the sputtering acid of "Synkop" to the dreamy, rolling house textures of "Tango". Following his work as a producer, Mihai works equally on the mind and the body in his role as DJ; this requires true artistry to pull on the hearts and move the legs in rhythm at the same time. "I like to make people dance and feel good, but I also try to tell a story, so it's something in between," says Mihai. Fast forward to the present and we see him traveling the world's underground venues and festivals, with pit stops on every continent.Their RA profile lists Satya, Pineapple Express Records, Yecad Music, Bohrium Records and 1 more.Recently at Apollo Studio · often with RAAUL, Armii1n, The Alley, none of them here that night
Recently at Le Petit Box, Signal, Apollo Studio · often with Amy Jor, Dayna C, Armii1n, none of them here that night
Recently at Signal, Apollo Studio, Earthly Delights · often with Denninger, Heedon, Kipp, none of them here that night
“Jake from State Pharm and Silver (Ag) first crossed paths in an unlikely place for two future DJs and medics — a boat in Bushwick, February 2020.”
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Jake from State Pharm and Silver (Ag) first crossed paths in an unlikely place for two future DJs and medics — a boat in Bushwick, February 2020. Call it fate, call it a shared love of basslines and adrenaline, but what started as a casual conversation over a Bushwick waterway and city views turned into a deep friendship forged in rhythm, resilience, and rave. The duo reconnected on the dancefloor in 2021, right as the city began to breathe again. That reunion wasn’t just serendipity — it was ignition. Since then, Jake and Silver have become boat buddies for life, both behind the decks and in the field. By day (and often night), they’re trained medics who have worked EMS at festivals and clubs across New York, always ready to step up to the scene, steady hands in the chaos. By night (and sometimes morning), they’re selectors — DJs with a deep respect for the dancefloor and a mission to move it. They’ve played sets at legendary NYC spaces like TBA Brooklyn (RIP), Double Decker Disko (RIP), Signal, The House, and a rotating roster of underground venues where the lights are low, the subs are warm, and the community is everything. Starting on digital controllers and USBs, Jake and Silver have steadily built and refined their vinyl arsenals — digging, trading, and acquiring records that speak as much to soul as they do to sound. Their sets weave genres and tempos, but always center one idea: healing through music. Whether it’s a sunrise closer or a sweaty peak-hour push, their goal is the same — to hold space, build connection, and keep each other safe. They believe in looking out for one another — behind the decks, on the dancefloor, and in life. Because when the beat drops, it’s not just about the music. It’s about the people in the room. It’s about care. And that’s exactly what they’re here to give.Last at Apollo Studio in Aug · often with Chloe Battelle, Woreq, 98dots, none of them here that night
“Zeravla a Ecuadorian DJ Raised in Quito- Ecuador, based in New York.”
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Zeravla a Ecuadorian DJ Raised in Quito- Ecuador, based in New York. Developed his love for electronic music growing up. with a musical knowledge gained from his early introduction by his father's exposure to different genres and his own experiences. Musically inspired by Dj's like Petre, Iond Ludwig, Ricardo Villalobos, Praslea and between others. With a funky variety and exploration Zeravla tries to stay true to his roots from Ecuador trying to bring those tropical and energetic energies with some mystic and spontaneous turns. Making it a energetic experience with evolving sounds and happiness Making people have a unique dancing experience.Recently at Apollo Studio, Signal · often with Camila Wolf, Sanabria, Armii1n, none of them here that night
“Raised in NYC by a Korean mother and Ukranian father, David Berrie has been seeking and playing since his earliest days underage.”
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Raised in NYC by a Korean mother and Ukranian father, David Berrie has been seeking and playing since his earliest days underage. Collecting rarities and mastering his craft, nearly two decades later, he continues to make waves drawing from the different styles of new and past. Berrie's productions are world wide on various vinyl and digital labels. Recently his party series 'Fruitful' has made an impact for people searching for sonic therapy and psychedelic sound that comes from the heart to soothe the soul.Tech House on 11, House on 9, Electro House on 3 and Progressive House on 3. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on Hot Creations (2), Cr2 Records (1) and DMC (1); their RA profile also lists Monique Musique, Nervous Records, Monique Spéciale, HOTTRAX and 4 more. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Apollo Studio, Marquee, Signal · often with CHKLTE, Chuwee, Bruno Limma, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Armii1n5 with Bella Mutino, 4 with Zeravla, 1 with Dani Moon and 1 with Mihai Pol
- J. Richards4 with David Berrie and 3 with Zeravla
- Jeny Michelle3 with David Berrie and 1 with Argent State
- Dayna C10 with Bella Mutino
- Amy Jor8 with Bella Mutino
- Camila Wolf8 with Zeravla
- CHKLTE8 with David Berrie
- Emsho7 with Bella Mutino
71 said they were going — busier than a usual Friday at Apollo Studio.
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Apollo Studio55
- Middle half finished between18 and 76
- Past Fridays at this venue counted107
The room
Apollo Studio — 307 events and 588 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Holds about 150.
Who put it on
Javier Pedraza Polo — 227 events and 541 artists since Aug 2023.