Brooklyn Is House: Generations of Groove — 2nd Annual Community Celebration
Herbert Von King Park670 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216 · Map
This night happened — Sat 6 Jun
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Who was billed5 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
6 of the 10 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- DJ Kamala and Dj Stormin' Norman — 4 shared bills before that night, first on Sun 16 Feb 2025.
- Dj Stormin' Norman and Ali Coleman — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- DJ Kamala and Ali Coleman — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 17 May 2025.
- Ali Coleman and Mia Phillips — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Thu 9 May 2024.
Who they are
“DJ Kamala is one of the pioneering female DJs to emerge from the New York City Club scene.”
their own biography
the whole biography
DJ Kamala is one of the pioneering female DJs to emerge from the New York City Club scene. Professionally DJing since 1997, Kamala has played hundreds of venues in New York and has also played in Miami, Puerto Rico, Berlin, London, & Ibiza. She began her career spinning when Vinyl was yet the only format available and thru the years honed her skills via multi-formats. As daughter of legendary Jazz Musician, Carter Jefferson who toured with the likes of Little Richard, Jimi Hendrix, Art Blakey, Mongo Santamaria, Woody Shaw and Fort Apache Band, Kamala was endowed with a rich and prolific musical origin. A 4th generation Chelsea Manhattan native of African American, PuertoRican and Cuban roots, Kamala’s multicultural upbringing provided an early introduction to Downtown culture and led her into New York’s vibrant nightlife community which laid the foundation for her musical expertise and flavorful edge. Specializing in music spanning 70’s, 80’s, 90s to present and many genres, most notably Soulful House music, Indie Dance, Disco & Soul, classic Hip Hop, Global Lounge, Jazz & more, Kamala masterfully mixes and weaves her sets together with passion and grace. Conjuring moods that speak to her musical journey. Kamala has shared the bill and played events with some of the most notable and Legendary DJs and Producers in the business including: Louie Vega, Jellybean Benitez, QTIP, Todd Terry, Questlove, Red Alert, Timmy Regisford, Quentin Harris, Sting International, Merlin Bobb, DJ Spinna, Rich Medina, Richard Vasquez, Ron Trent , Ruben Toro, Tony Touch, Stretch Armstrong & More. Inquiries: Kamalamuse@gmail.com A d d i t i o n a l l i n k s : w w w . m i x c l o u d . c o m / d j _ k a m a l a w w w . k a m a l a . p o d o m a t i c . c o mRecently at House of Yes, Dead Letter No. 9, Bar Milagro · often with DJ Ultra Violet, Jeff Mendoza, TEE EM DEE, none of them here that night
“DJ Stormin' Norman originally hails from East London, UK and is now a resident of Harlem, USA.”
their own biography
the whole biography
DJ Stormin' Norman originally hails from East London, UK and is now a resident of Harlem, USA. Early in his career, he was part of a groundbreaking DJ collective who brought “The Thunderstorm Mix” on WBLS,107.5FM in NYC. This introduced live mixing to daytime radio setting a new precedent in national radio and the future of music as we know it today. For over 20 years, he's played major New York clubs, exclusive and elite private events, sports events, TV, fashion shows and touring. He was featured at a number of Summer Stage Festivals events and notably the Disco Legend Gloria Gaynor. DJ Stormin' Norman is the Founder and Executive Producer of Harlem’s and New York City's most anticipated summer festival, The Sundae Sermon Music Festival. Artist that have performed at Sundae Sermon have ranged from Louie Vega, Tony Touch, Rich Medina, Dj Spinna, Pete Rock, Bucie (Superman), Mic Murphy (The System) You are in my System, Leroy Burgess (Black Ivory) to name a few. With the love of Music, Stormin' also curates, Disco Sequestered party which consists of Disco, Orignals, Remixes, Nu Disco, Funk, Soul, early 80's, just feel good music. He broadcasts live on twitch.tv/sundaesermon every Wednesday 2pm-4pm EST. All Nations NYC is an open format party rooted in good music with Disco, R&B, Classic Hip Hop, Dancehall, 80' & 90's.Recently at Starchild Rooftop, Dead Letter No. 9, Tompkins Square Park · often with @bryant nice, DJ Lea, Takaya Nagase, none of them here that night
“Ali Coleman is a New York City–based DJ, producer, and cultural organizer whose relationship with DJ culture began in 1979, emerging from early disco, block parties, and club spaces that centered music as a tool for release and connection.”
their own biography
the whole biography
Ali Coleman is a New York City–based DJ, producer, and cultural organizer whose relationship with DJ culture began in 1979, emerging from early disco, block parties, and club spaces that centered music as a tool for release and connection. That lineage continues to inform his intuitive, people-centered approach today. As a DJ and producer, Ali’s sound draws from deep, soulful, Afro-influenced, and globally inspired house music, blending classic foundations with forward-facing selections. His work spans clubs, festivals, cultural institutions, and public spaces, adapting seamlessly across contexts while maintaining musical integrity. Ali brings both underground credibility and seasoned professionalism to every room—whether he’s warming up a floor, taking it peak-time, or closing with intention. . In 2023, Ali marked 30 years of professionally bringing communities together through dance, culture, music and inclusion. Ali has hosted events and DJed at some of New York’s top clubs and party spaces such as House of Yes, Nowadays, Cielo, Public Records, Club Shelter, Water Taxi Beach, Santos Party House, Limelight, and many others. He has shared the bill with more than 300 DJs, including Francois K, Natasha Diggs, Rich Medina, Justin Carter, Doc Martin, and hundreds more. In 2017, Ali helped organize and bring about historic change, working with an array of the city’s creative minds to get the Cabaret Law repealed and to institute the first Mayor’s Office of Nightlife. Ali has dedicated his life to being a positive community connector with a flair for bringing people together.Recently at Tompkins Square Park, Nublu 151, The Sultan Room · often with Jeremy Giros, Bendito, Silent H, none of them here that night
Recently at Hana House, Le Bain, Good Room · often with Jihad Muhammad, Danny Krivit, Cameron Da Dj, none of them here that night
Recently at public records, Dead Letter No. 9 · often with Timmy Regisford, Sunny Cheeba, Jenifa Mayanja, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Bridge2 with Ali Coleman, 1 with DJ Kamala and 1 with Dj Stormin' Norman
- Misbehaviour2 with Ali Coleman and 1 with Dj Stormin' Norman
- Timmy Regisford2 with Ali Coleman and 1 with Mia Phillips
- Jeremy Giros6 with Ali Coleman
- Bendito4 with Ali Coleman
- Silent H4 with Ali Coleman
- Danny Krivit3 with Mikki Afflick
- Jihad Muhammad3 with Mikki Afflick
The room
Herbert Von King Park — 5 events and 19 distinct artists since May 2024.
Holds about 3,000.
Who put it on
Ali Coleman — 24 events and 49 artists since Oct 2023.