Juneteenth
Daniro, DJ Slugo b2b DJ THADZ, MORENXXX & SLICK DOWN
Nowadays56-06 Cooper Ave. Ridgewood, NY 11385 · Map
This night happened — Fri 19 Jun
Nowadays and Slick Down
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Who was billed8 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: Sat 24 OctDaniro
- DJ Slugo
- DJ THADZ
- next: public records, Mon 9 NovMORENXXX
- next: Boyfriend co-op, Thu 29 OctSimisola
- wahala.wav
- next: Mood Ring, Sat 31 OctLove Higher
- SLICK DOWN
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
10 of the 28 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- wahala.wav and Love Higher — 33 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 4 Aug 2023.
- Simisola and Love Higher — 8 shared bills before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- Simisola and wahala.wav — 7 shared bills before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- wahala.wav and SLICK DOWN — 11 shared bills before that night, first on Wed 20 Dec 2023.
- Love Higher and SLICK DOWN — 11 shared bills before that night, first on Wed 20 Dec 2023.
- DJ Slugo and MORENXXX — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- Simisola and SLICK DOWN — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 21 Mar 2026.
- MORENXXX and Simisola — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- MORENXXX and wahala.wav — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- MORENXXX and Love Higher — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- DJ Slugo and wahala.wav — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- DJ Slugo and Love Higher — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- DJ Slugo and Simisola — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Tue 17 Feb 2026.
- Daniro and Simisola — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 14 Feb 2026.
- Daniro and SLICK DOWN — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Jun 2025.
- Daniro and wahala.wav — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Jun 2025.
- Daniro and Love Higher — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 21 Jun 2025.
- Daniro and MORENXXX — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 29 Mar 2025.
Who they are
“With a proven track record of delivering innovative and engaging DJ sets.”
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With a proven track record of delivering innovative and engaging DJ sets. DaNiro consistently places a future centered focus on the voices of underrepresented communities that are the pulse of contemporary electronic music, art & culture. The Club Diva has become a force in the New York City queer underground music and nightlife scene. Her DJ sets, are full of energy and sensual passion as she seamlessly intertwines elements of Ghetto Tech, Jungle, House, Club, Southern Hiphop and other Dance Genres often telling a story that transports you into her world and back.Recently at Signal, Performance Space New York, Elsewhere · often with jo_sway, shekdash, Grabba Ranks, none of them here that night
- Their RA profile lists Dance Mania, Thug Records, Moveltraxx, Dizzy Tunes and 3 more.
Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Nowadays, 53 Scott Ave · often with Amarji King, Dangerous Rose, BLAIZE, none of them here that night
“DJ Thadz: Chicago’s Footwork & Ghetto House Pioneer DJ Thadz is a true architect of Chicago’s underground sound, fusing the raw energy of ghetto house with the high-speed innovation of footwork.”
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DJ Thadz: Chicago’s Footwork & Ghetto House Pioneer DJ Thadz is a true architect of Chicago’s underground sound, fusing the raw energy of ghetto house with the high-speed innovation of footwork. Born and raised in the heart of the Windy City’s legendary house scene, he began DJing and producing at the age of 19, inspired by icons like Paul Johnson, Stacy Kidd, DJ Deeon, DJ Skip, and DJ Slugo. With a career deeply rooted in Chicago’s dance culture, DJ Thadz made his mark by releasing several albums on the iconic Dance Mania label, a powerhouse that helped define the gritty, bass-heavy sound of ghetto house. But his impact doesn’t stop there—his label, Clownhouse Muzik, played a pivotal role in launching the careers of the late, great DJ Rashad and DJ Spinn, giving them their first album releases and helping shape the evolution of footwork music. Thadz has collaborated with a long list of Chicago legends, including Traxman, RP Boo, DJ Clent, DJ Solo, and many more, cementing his reputation as a cornerstone of the city’s ever-evolving sound. With his relentless beats and unmistakable energy, he continues to push the boundaries of the culture, keeping the pulse of Chicago’s dance floors alive. Whether behind the decks or in the studio, DJ Thadz isn’t just making music—he’s keeping the legacy of Chicago footwork and ghetto house thriving for the next generation.Their RA profile lists Dance Mania and ClownHouse Muzik.Last at 314 Scholes in Mar · often with Atilla Ural, Love Letters, DJ Manny, none of them here that night
“DJ, producer, and antidisciplinary artist MORENXXX—also known as Jesús Hilario Reyes—is a true enigmatic force exalted from Chicago’s underground.”
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DJ, producer, and antidisciplinary artist MORENXXX—also known as Jesús Hilario Reyes—is a true enigmatic force exalted from Chicago’s underground. MORENXXX's hypnotic yet blisteringly-fast sound ranges with rapturous percussion and ethereal intensity, weaving infectious grooves and defiant rhythms far above the genre battlegrounds, culminating in something otherworldly and entirely their own. Tectonic, boundless, undeniable, MORENXXX enmeshes the contemporary and the timeless with cyclonic fluidity. ;) morenxxx.me@gmail.com Asia: info@wildblur.studioBass Music on 1, Hard House on 1, Progressive Breaks on 1 and Techno on 1. styles on their catalogued releasesTheir RA profile lists Wet Trax.Recently at 314 Scholes, The Cock, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with LOKA, Shyboi, SIRENS, none of them here that night
“Their sets are versatile yet discerning, featuring shimmery house, global bass, and deconstructed club, punctuated with bad bitch rap and layers of textural percussion.”
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Their sets are versatile yet discerning, featuring shimmery house, global bass, and deconstructed club, punctuated with bad bitch rap and layers of textural percussion. A co-founder of ABEG NYC, a collective by and for queer Africans, and SLICK DOWN, a DJ collective, label, and staple Brooklyn club night centered around electronic music’s roots in Black culture, Simisola is dedicated to connecting QTPOC communities through music and event curation. In addition to hosting HYPNOSIS, a quarterly party which pays homage to their disco roots, Simisola frequently performs at popular venues across NYC, including The Lot Radio, Paragon, and Bossa Nova Civic Club, and is a resident on 8Ball Radio. (Words by Flip Zang)Recently at Mood Ring, Paragon, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with ARCHANGEL, Niyah West, Petal, none of them here that night
“Clubby, textural, and emotionally resonant, his sets operate with an urgency while unafraid to linger.”
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Clubby, textural, and emotionally resonant, his sets operate with an urgency while unafraid to linger. A resident on NYC's 8 Ball Radio, with appearances on Balamii and The Lot Radio, his show PALM WINE is a personal exploration of Black electronic and experimental music, the immediacy of the dance floor, and cultural memory.Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Honey's, Paragon · often with sola system, Niyah West, Juno, none of them here that night
“Hailing from Ohio but now thriving in New Jersey, Love Higher is a dynamic DJ and visionary producer who crafts awe-inspiring, genre-blending experiences that transport audiences into electrifying realms.”
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Hailing from Ohio but now thriving in New Jersey, Love Higher is a dynamic DJ and visionary producer who crafts awe-inspiring, genre-blending experiences that transport audiences into electrifying realms. With an eclectic range that spans Baile Funk, Footwork, Ghetto Tech, Techno, and beyond, Love Higher takes listeners on a sonic journey like no other. As a proud member of the esteemed Blessed Up Gang, a remarkable Black DJ collective rooted in Ohio, as well as VRRG, their influence and artistry extend far and wide. You can find their exhilarating DJ mixes released on prestigious labels such as Jerome, Femmethug, Daisychain, and Somersault Records. Moreover, Love Higher has shared the stage with luminaries including the enigmatic A.S.L. Princess, the visionary Titonton Duvante, and the captivating Please (CHI). Prepare to be transported to new dimensions as Love Higher unleashes their sonic prowess, captivating hearts, and minds with every beat.Recently at Mood Ring, Le Bain, H0L0 · often with sola system, Nishévitha, Petal, none of them here that night
Recently at Mood Ring, 53 Scott Ave, Bossa Nova Civic Club · often with sola system, Flores Negras, Juno, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- sola system28 with Love Higher, 27 with wahala.wav and 9 with SLICK DOWN
- Bobby Beethoven5 with MORENXXX, 4 with Daniro and 2 with DJ Slugo
- Niyah West4 with Love Higher, 3 with Simisola and 3 with wahala.wav
- Juno2 with Simisola, 2 with wahala.wav and 1 with SLICK DOWN
- ALEXIS DE LA ROSA7 with MORENXXX and 3 with Daniro
- Juliana Huxtable7 with MORENXXX and 2 with DJ Slugo
- ARCHANGEL3 with Simisola and 3 with wahala.wav
- Petal3 with Love Higher and 2 with Simisola
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Nowadays716
- Middle half finished between421 and 1,032
- Past Fridays at this venue counted159
The room
Nowadays — 804 events and 1,369 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Who put it on
Slick Down — 25 events and 77 artists since Aug 2023.