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Dope Jams Valentine's Ball / Regularfantasy + Shvili / Francis Harris + Tal

public records233 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217 · Map

This night happened — Sat 14 Feb

public records

Press play

Who was billed6 artists

In the order the promoter listed them.

Set times were not published.

Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met

10 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

  • Francis Harris and Tal — 9 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 9 Dec 2023.
  • Paul Nickerson and Ivan Monegro — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 2 Aug 2024.
  • Paul Nickerson and Francis Harris — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 26 Oct 2024.
  • Paul Nickerson and Tal — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 15 Feb 2025.
  • Shvili and Tal — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 19 Oct 2024.

Who they are

  • Paul Nickerson

    New York City · 19 bookings since Sep 2023

    Their RA profile lists Slow To Speak.

    Recently at Locust Grove, public records, Cosmic Arts · often with Turtle Bugg, Tom of England, Jonny Romero, none of them here that night

  • Regularfantasy

    Vancouver, Canada · 14 bookings since Nov 2023

    Their RA profile lists 1080p, Heart to Heart, Banoffee Pies, Genero and 4 more.

    Recently at Signal, H0L0, public records · often with Meilgaarden, Chloé Caillet, Dmitra, none of them here that night

  • Shvili

    Tbilisi, Georgia · 89 bookings since Aug 2023

    “Hailing from the vibrant city of Tbilisi, Georgia, Shvili has been immersed in the world of music from an early age.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Hailing from the vibrant city of Tbilisi, Georgia, Shvili has been immersed in the world of music from an early age. Growing up as a classical pianist, she honed her skills and earned several accolades showcasing her dedication to her craft. Her musical journey was enriched by singing in both chamber choirs and church choirs, further broadening her artistic horizons. Upon moving to the United States, Tatia attended an esteemed art school with a focus on music, where she continued to expand her musical repertoire. It was during these formative years that she discovered her profound connection with dance music. The pulsating beats of the underground scene resonated deeply within her, setting the stage for her future endeavors.This experience solidified her desire to make a name for herself in the bustling metropolis of NYC. Emerging as a pandemic artist, she utilized the time of societal isolation to perfect her art. With unwavering determination, she delved into the world of vinyl, crafting her unique sound and style. Her efforts have paid off, as she has had the honor of sharing the stage with respected artists such as Francesco del Garda, Anthea, Liquid Earth, Tini, Velasco, Nicola Cruz, Andrey Pushkarev, and many more. Known for her timeless records and playful spirit, Shvili infuses her sets with infectious grooves that captivate audiences. Her performances have graced some of the most prestigious clubs and events in the United States, including Public Records, ReSolute, Un_Mute, Flash DC, ATV Records, Apollo Studios, Jolene Sound Room, and more. With a rich musical background and a passion for creating unforgettable experiences, Tatia is poised to share her vibrant energy and distinctive sound with the world. Her journey is a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and connect souls on the dance floor.
    Breaks on 1, Electro on 1, House on 1 and Techno on 1. styles on their catalogued releases

    Recently at Outer Heaven, H0L0, Green Room NYC · often with Max Sprauer, CAMILLA, Maksim, none of them here that night

  • Francis Harris

    New York City · 22 bookings since Oct 2023

    “With 20 years of DJing at the world's top clubs and almost a hundred releases under different monikers to his credit, one might think that Francis Harris had reached the pinnacle of his career, or at least firmly established his niche; but 2012 marked a pivotal year for the Brooklyn-based producer in which his true potential as a composer, producer and label executive was revealed.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    With 20 years of DJing at the world's top clubs and almost a hundred releases under different monikers to his credit, one might think that Francis Harris had reached the pinnacle of his career, or at least firmly established his niche; but 2012 marked a pivotal year for the Brooklyn-based producer in which his true potential as a composer, producer and label executive was revealed. In seeking a more subtle and emotional sound, Harris departed from his tried and true methods as a solo studio engineer, forging creative collaborations that rekindled his long dormant interest in the craft of songwriting, live instrumentation and performance. The result were the two albums Leland (2012) and Minutes Of Sleep (2014) laced with piano, guitar, cello, trumpet and vocals by Danish singer Gry Baggien, delivered on Scissor and Thread, a new label Harris formed as a platform for this highly personal expression. With newfound purpose, Harris returned to the club music arena with an entirely new approach to making music. Focused on the development of new artists for the Scissor and Thread collective, Harris has been collaborating in the studio and behind the decks with label partner Anthony Collins as Frank & Tony. Together the pair have released an array of well received EPs and the albums You Go Girl (2014) and Ethos (2024) showcasing pitched down melodic house tunes. His third solo-studio album Trivial Occupations released in 2018 followed by his newest long player Thresholds in 2022.
    Their RA profile lists hfn, Scissor & Thread, hafendisko and Modelmaker.

    Last at public records in Nov 2025 · often with Dasha Rush, Decoder, Claudio PRC, none of them here that night

  • Ivan Monegro

    7 bookings since Aug 2024

    Recently at Le Bain, Bossa Nova Civic Club, Locust Grove · often with Jonny Romero, Shawn Dub, Ali Berger, none of them here that night

  • Tal

    17 bookings since Dec 2023

    Last at public records in Nov 2025 · often with Frank & Tony, Louise Chen, Cosmo, none of them here that night

names these artists often play with — not that night
  • Jonny Romero4 with Paul Nickerson and 3 with Ivan Monegro
  • Shawn Dub3 with Ivan Monegro and 3 with Paul Nickerson
  • Tom of England3 with Paul Nickerson and 2 with Ivan Monegro
  • Toribio3 with Paul Nickerson and 2 with Ivan Monegro
  • Turtle Bugg3 with Paul Nickerson and 2 with Ivan Monegro
  • Knobscot2 with Ivan Monegro and 2 with Paul Nickerson
  • Max Sprauer26 with Shvili
  • CAMILLA10 with Shvili
462 said they were going — much busier than a usual Saturday at public records.
how this compares
  • Median final count, Saturdays at public records197
  • Middle half finished between109 and 312
  • Past Saturdays at this venue counted191

The room

public records — 766 events and 1,571 distinct artists since Aug 2023.

Holds about 300.

Most-tagged here: Techno (19), House (17), Deep House (11), Experimental (5) and Tech House (4). genre tags on this room’s listings

Artist photos: Resident Advisor, event 2340225.

Attending counts, venue records, co-billing history and release styles: adrift’s record of New York City events.

Quoted passages are the promoter’s or the artist’s own words, unedited.