Refuge Saturday Night [10/4]

Who they are

• Danilo Plessow

  Stuttgart, Germany · 4 bookings since Apr 2024

  “Danilo Plessow aka MCDE.”

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  Danilo Plessow aka MCDE. A DJ’s DJ in every sense of the word - he is one of modern dance music’s most venerated. A consummate DJ who stands for something richer: taste over trends, context over convenience, and connection over spectacle. For over 25 years Danilo has been uncompromising in his approach. Technically crafty, instinctually curious and armed with an expansive knowledge shaped by jazz, soul and disco roots –  his work celebrates musical lineage while keeping the dancefloor firmly in the present.  At a time where club culture has been hollowed out under the pressure of commercialism - Danilo Plessow is deadly serious about placing music before image.  The CV is commanding. A production discography of club weapons that are commonly found in record bags throughout clubs & festivals globally. His label MCDE notably gave birth to the influential Raw Cuts series whilst he has continuously flexed his sonic eclecticism via aliases such as Inverse Cinematics, Vermont, Basic:variation & Jayson Brothers. A recent unveiling of his acid house series Rude Futures via Rush Hour demonstrates a tasteful nod to his love for Chicago sounds. All the while, his focus on recording and producing live music via his label Space Grapes and his work with the bands Another Taste and Jeroboam further demonstrate his extensive acumen in the studio.  As a DJ, very few come with his wherewithal & artistry. Plenty have wide-ranging record collections. Rare are the ones who can seamlessly mix between genres without sacrificing flow for eclecticism or excitement for a display of pure technical skill. Widely regarded for digging deep, he boasts a heavyweight record collection & knows exactly how to use it. Danilo has been sought out to guide the world’s most revered dancefloors - his sets fluid, expressive and full of spirit. From defining mix releases for the likes of fabric and DJ-Kicks or his cult-like show on Gilles Peterson’s Worldwide FM - Danilo is one of the world’s most compelling selectors. Expect sweaty dancefloors, smiling faces, and nights that unfold track by track, full of eclecticism and unexpected twists that suddenly make sense.  Ultimately – Great records. Played right.
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  Their RA profile lists fabric Records, Four Roses Recordings and MCDE.

  Last at public records in Jun · often with Stella Zekri, Ciel, Casual Max, none of them here that night

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  Omer Mil

  New York City · 69 bookings since Sep 2023

  “Omer Mil is a multicultural, multifaceted DJ and producer, bringing his passion for movement to the turntables and dance floor.”

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  Omer Mil is a multicultural, multifaceted DJ and producer, bringing his passion for movement to the turntables and dance floor. Born in Paris, raised both there and in NYC, with strong French and African roots, Omer Mil vitalizes his own life experience by swerving seamlessly through a boundless variety of sounds and selections. Growing up transcending borders, cultures, and identities, Omer Mil is dedicated to delivering mixes which vitalize these stories.
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  Freetekno on 2, Tribal on 2, Acid on 1 and Techno on 1. styles on their catalogued releases

  Their RA profile lists An.Art Records.

  Recently at Signal, Jupiter Disco, Dead Letter No. 9 · often with Kiyoshi, Gui Machado, JADALAREIGN, none of them here that night

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  DāM FunK

  Los Angeles · 4 bookings since Jul 2024

  “A lot of folks feel like they know DaM-FunK.”

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  A lot of folks feel like they know DaM-FunK. He is affable and personable at gigs and online but to truly 'get' the guy - I mean really understand him - is to know a love of music like no other. If you're at all familiar with his sets - from Singapore to San Francisco, Moscow to Montreal - then you'd know he is one of the more generous DJ's touring today. Graciously sharing sounds and songs both rare and unique on the mic to packed clubs. If they aren't falling in love on the dance floor, they're by the bar scrambling to figure out what record he's playing. For a near daily reference, checking Dam's social-media feed is like stealing a glance through your favorite DJ's record bag while he's out for quick smoke. He makes a lifetime of digging and absorbing music feel as laid-back as the Santa Ana breeze. As a writer/producer Damon's credits run the expanse of genres. A perceptive remixer, his signature "Re-Freaks" have given new gleam to an impressive array of artists. Just some being: Disclosure, Animal Collective, Little Dragon, Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti, Toro Y Moi, and more. His own vivid studio-visions have actualized stellar full-length albums with the likes of Snoop Dogg ('7 Days of Funk') and iconic Soul/Funk singer Steve Arrington of Slave ("Higher"). Dam is also known as a world renown performer, having consistently toured the globe since 2008. He's played numerous festivals, including Coachella, Movement, Glastonbury, Primavera, Pitchfork, Bonnaroo, Sasquatch!, Moog Fest, FYF, Fun Fun Fun Fest, Electric Forest, Taico Club (Japan), and many more. The forbearer of the 'Modern-Funk' movement - Dam's decade-strong Los Angeles based club-night 'Funkmosphere' has proven one of the city's most beloved weekly events.
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  Their RA profile lists Stones Throw and Music From Memory.

  Recently at public records · often with The Do-Over DJs, Moodymann, Las Flaquitas, none of them here that night

• Lloyd

  22 bookings since Sep 2023

  Recently at public records, Good Room, Greenpoint Terminal · often with Andy Pry, Eli Escobar, ORTEGA, none of them here that night