Who was billed13 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Hayden James · Hot Chip · Paperwater · Eli Fola · Val Fleury · Aazure · eskay · Riva + Bianca · FULL VENUE TAKEOVER w · Bipolar Sunshine · Sanvero · Chaske · Flair Gambit
Set times were not published.
Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met
76 of the 78 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Aazure and eskay — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Thu 19 Feb 2026.
- Eli Fola and Sanvero — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 1 Feb 2025.
Who they are
“Hayden’s first single “Permission to Love” garnered worldwide love and attention hitting #1 most blogged on Hype Machine, as well as becoming the most played track on national broadcasting giant Triple J in Australia.”
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Hayden’s first single “Permission to Love” garnered worldwide love and attention hitting #1 most blogged on Hype Machine, as well as becoming the most played track on national broadcasting giant Triple J in Australia. His debut EP out on tastemaker label Future Classic garnered much love worldwide, and new single "Something About You" looks to lead excitedly in to 2015. Catch him this summer as he returns to Australia after a huge US & Canadian tour with Odesza.Their RA profile lists Future Classic.Recently at Elsewhere, Brooklyn Steel, Musica Club NYC
“There's something odd about Hot Chip.”
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There's something odd about Hot Chip. Some fracture between conception and actuality that makes them all the more intriguing. Ostensibly Hot Chip sign up to the HipHop dream as espoused by MTV Cribs and presumably as lived by, ooh, Pharrell Williams? They just seem to have some problems translating it to Wandsworth, SE London, is all. In fact they seem to have trouble squaring it with the equal, but to some extent opposite, influence of, say, Bill Callahan from Smog. Or Lambchop. Or Crystal Gayle. So, instead of doing the obvious thing and working out what sort of band they are going to be, they conclude that they will be all of them at once. And then they'll make it all in a room smaller than the box room at your Mum's house. With whatever's lying around. That is, whatever's lying around - toy trumpets, kazoos, blah. This to conform to a cherished idea of Brian Wilson's that, in the studio, anything goes. "Whereas a band like Primal Scream simply want to BE The Rolling Stones for one album, then King Tubby on the next, and Royal Trux on another, we prefer to make references in miniature to the spirit of the records and performances we love and admire," says vocalist/keyboard player Alexis Taylor. "We might apply an interesting approach to recording that we have learnt from an artist, but with a different set of aesthetic principles. So traces of RTX, Anti-Pop Consortium, 'I'm Your Man' era-Leonard Cohen, Stevie Wonder, Tom Petty, MadLib and Will Oldham, for example, may all be somewhere in one song, rather than becoming the blueprint for an entire album." The crux of all this, though, is the dynamic tension between the sheer respect for the production techniques of, say, Darkchild on Brandy's 'What About Us?', and a very English (and, some might say, white) need to tell it a little more like how it is. So, on the Neptunes inspired 'Playboy', you get the aspirational ghetto stylings of a Hype Williams as re-shot by Mike Leigh, with Hot Chipper Joe singing about blazing Yo La Tengo from his Peugeot as he tools round Putney with the top down. 'Pathos' is a word that springs to mind not for the first or last time while listening to 'Coming On Strong'. But Hot Chip are nothing if not funny, although it's safe to say they are pretty deadpan in their humour. This is perhaps best exemplified by 'Keep Fallin'', a song which contains Alexis Chip's somewhat provocative boast that he is "like Stevie Wonder" but "can see things". This in a song that manages to shoehorn in musical nods to Ween, Womack & Womack, the Spencer Davies Group, plus the great Stevie himself, while lyrically referencing the myth of Sisyphus and cracking crap jokes. Phew! "It should sound packed and be brimming with ideas, like 'Pet Sounds' or 'Paul's Boutique'," says Alexis before tracing the roots of Hot Chip's sound to the interplay between his naivety and Joe's knowledge. And this is the way it seems to go. Hot Chip say they have between 10 and 15 songs on the go constantly, recording everything they play together and then painstakingly piecing together the best elements into a new whole, which often bears little relation to the source material. "Like Public Enemy," they say by way of example. Unlike most of their heroes and role models, however, Hot Chip prefer things to be slightly off or too loud or in some way odd, and set great store in the accidental nature of recording. Perhaps it is this that gives them the slightly homemade feel that permeates the whole 'Coming On Strong', and makes it an album so high on charm. The party sounds that intersperse the Tom Tom Club-by 'Beach Party' are more back-garden barbeque than the primetime Prince which inspired them, and are deliberately designed to evoke innocence rather than more Bacchanalian pleasures. Elsewhere, home itself is never far from centre stage, whether it be the bereft rooms and empty refrigerator of 'Crap Kraft Dinner', or the quiet domestic tragedy of 'Baby Said'. "Baby said she wanted adventure / I said, baby, the outside world's not safe / We should sit down". And, outside the home you get... the car. Yes, the aforementioned hymn to the Peugeot is but one of three tunes on the joys of driving to be found on 'Coming On Strong'. 'You Ride, We Ride, In My Ride' is Will Oldham cruising with his crew after a night on the piss, with what Joe calls UK garage polyrhythms and Alexis insists is actually a disco bassline. 'Shining Escalade' meanwhile is an auto-erotic phantasy about the SUV of the same name, with Alexis playing straight man to Joe's daft flights of fancy. This is a situation found throughout the record; Alexis high reedy vocal and often deadly sincere words, juxtaposed with Joe's browner, slightly ludicrous baritone, pointing us towards the more playful elements of Hot Chip. And, in truth, they are both meaningful and meaningless. At the same time. They like to sing sweetly about aggressive situations, and make jokes about things you really should cry about. 'Coming On Strong' is, like the man says, chockfull of more ideas than you could satisfactorily identify, many of them purely signs and ciphers for the participants' own delight. Thankfully, it functions first and foremost as a pop record, albeit the decidedly odd one hinted at in the first sentence. Hot Chip are: Alexis Taylor (vocals / keboard) / Joe Goddard (beat master / vocals) / Owen Clarke (Keyboards ? guitar) / Felix Martin (drums / MPC) / Al Do It (guitar).Their RA profile lists Astralwerks, DFA Records, EMI Records, Kitsuné Musique and 3 more.Recently at Good Room, Elsewhere · often with Mike Simonetti, Gianna G, none of them here that night
“PAPERWATER is a duo consisting of Producer/Djs Daygee Kwia and Eddy Andre Samy.”
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Their RA profile lists Warner Records.Recently at Le Bain
“Eli Fola is a Nigerian-American multi-disciplinary sound artist, saxophonist, DJ, and producer.”
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Eli Fola is a Nigerian-American multi-disciplinary sound artist, saxophonist, DJ, and producer. He is the creator and pioneer of the live-hybrid set “Yoruba Tech Soul”, an innovative fusion of AfroHouse, techno, jazz, and classical music. He is often regarded as a saxophone genius and branded with the visual art world due to his powerful imagery that showcases Afrohouse and spirituality in a modern context. Eli Fola’s first introduction to house music and techno was his discovery of Osunlade and Jeff Mills. Fela Kuti was also a huge inspiration growing up, as Eli mixed Afrobeats and highlife music with traditional Nigerian genres. This colorful blend of artistry and style grew the backbone of his signature sound. Eli’s innovative style and sonic identity caught the attention of Grammy-winning powerhouses Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, who booked Eli for a private event at their home, and featured him at their No Commission event in Miami. Eli has shared the stage with icons like ASAP Rocky, Lil Wayne, and 2 Chainz, and has performed alongside other major artists including Black Coffee, Pablo Fierro, and Audiofly. As a film score composer, he has been commissioned to work on projects for Vogue Italia and Free The Works, including collaborations with brands like Soho House, Bacardi, ArtNews, and ArtBasel. Eli was also a 2017 TED Talks speaker and performer, presenting his talk focused on how music can be used to reconcile and highlight differences in culture and identity. In 2016, Eli Fola founded Tech Afrique, an independent label, events, and cultural platform that promotes Afrofuturist ideas. Growing with large success, Tech Afrique keeps a progressive pulse on the culture, serving as a buzzing platform to release music and showcase upcoming DJs and producers around the world. With a special focus on the historically underrepresented BIPOC community, the label has successfully released three EPs and curated a sizzling event series across New York City and Tulum, Mexico that highlights the magic of his multicultural artistry.Their RA profile lists Connected.Recently at H0l0 Yard, House of Yes, Superior Ingredients · often with Bruce Wayne, none of them here that night
“Val Fleury is a Liberian-born and LA-based DJ/ producer.”
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Val Fleury is a Liberian-born and LA-based DJ/ producer. She has earned kudos from AfroPunk to NYLON for her performance power, energetic DJ sets that intersect house and techno with an ancestral twist, as well as her passion for championing classic, underground, and contemporary goodies that especially feature under-represented and international talent. Val’s musical catalog includes co-writes, official remixes, and originals that have 500,000+ spins on Spotify. Val has spun for various audiences: Vegas and Sydney nightclubs, Shanghai to Houston fashion events, LA and Berlin raves, New Delhi to Paris radio shows, New York to Palm Springs pool parties and music festivals such as Coachella, Mamby, and Roots Picnic. She has played on line-ups with the likes of Green Velvet, Cut Copy, LP Giobbi, Kaleena Zanders, Purple Disco Machine and more.Recently at Green Room NYC, Nowadays, Jupiter Disco · often with Bridge, elle xxo, Slaycey, none of them here that night
Recently at MAD Radio NYC, Avant Gardner, Le Petit Box · often with GENPOP, Nick Curly, Harry Romero, none of them here that night
“Eskay is a DJ and producer from Dublin, Ireland, known for her infectious energy, genre-blending sets, and ever-evolving sound.”
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Eskay is a DJ and producer from Dublin, Ireland, known for her infectious energy, genre-blending sets, and ever-evolving sound. Bursting onto the scene in late 2022, she’s quickly carved out a name for herself within the Irish electronic music community. Since her debut, she’s played alongside a stellar lineup of homegrown talent, lighting up dancefloors at many of Dublin’s most respected venues. Her style is rooted in electronic and dance music, but Eskay refuses to be boxed in. Her sets are a playful and polished journey through house, breaks, tech, deep, minimal, and melodic sounds—always with a focus on uplifting, bouncy rhythms that bring joy to the crowd. Whether it’s a peak-time set or a deeper, more intimate vibe, she has a natural instinct for reading the room and guiding dancers on a feel-good ride. Outside of the club, Eskay is deeply committed to supporting the underground. She hosts a weekly radio show on PlayFM Dublin, airing every Tuesday at 6pm, where she shines a spotlight on up-and-coming DJs and producers from Ireland and beyond. She recently celebrated her 80th broadcast, a testament to her consistency, passion, and dedication to growing the scene. She’s also one of the founding members of THC DJs, a Dublin-based house music collective pushing a fresh, grassroots sound. Together they run events like Total House Clinic and Blaze, known for their inclusive atmosphere, impeccable curation, and top-tier vibes. Not one to stand still, Eskay began producing in the summer of 2024 and has already made her mark—signing several tracks to respected labels and developing a production style that mirrors her sets: bold, bouncy, and full of heart. With her feet firmly planted in the scene and her eyes on the future, Eskay is one to watch as she continues to push boundaries and spread good energy wherever she goes. .Recently at MAD Radio NYC, SILO · often with ellie, rouge, DEVFTONE, none of them here that night
“Existing between worlds, riva + bianca have a range they continue to explore and grow.”
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Recently at The Onyx Room at House of Yes, Elsewhere, Red Eye NY · often with Facu Baez, Chinonegro, Boy Sanders, none of them here that night
Recently at Elsewhere, Unveiled, SILO · often with Axela, NURAN, Nandu, none of them here that night
Recently at SILO, Marquee, Superior Ingredients · often with Jack South, Firpo, CONNY, none of them here that night
Recently at Honey's, Selina, Elsewhere
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Axela4 with Sanvero
- Bridge3 with Val Fleury
- Jack South3 with Chaske
- NURAN3 with Sanvero
- Ben Böhmer2 with Sanvero
- BIENK2 with Chaske
- BISHOP2 with Chaske
- Cade Alami2 with Chaske
159 said they were going — much busier than a usual Saturday at Elsewhere.
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Elsewhere71
- Middle half finished between30 and 168
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted224
The room
Elsewhere — 708 events and 2,806 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
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