Who was billed3 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
None of these artists had shared a bill before that night.
Who they are
“Armand Jakobsson is the artist known as DJ Seinfeld, Rimbaudian and Birds of Sweden.”
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Armand Jakobsson is the artist known as DJ Seinfeld, Rimbaudian and Birds of Sweden. Under these aliases you’ll find sweeping emotive cuts, verdant dancefloor workouts and discerning dips into jungle and breaks. Releases have come on respected labels including Meda Fury, Ectotherm, UN.T.O and Lobster Fury: the collaborative label from Lobster Theremin and Meda Fury begun for the explicit purpose of releasing his tracks. DJ Seinfeld’s beats are ultimately guided by an idea of authenticity, true to the spirit of the early house pioneers and the unabashed rawness the confines of their equipment demanded. A lot’s been made of this lo-fi fuzz, with many clamoring to declare it a scene, but he won’t be put into a box. His path is his own. A microphone picks up the tension and release of a singer: charged with emotion, the machine can’t handle it. The rough edges of his productions emit the same sensibility. Footage of his gigs or their post-show reaction exemplifies the reception he gets as a DJ. Biographies often claim a DJ regularly ‘sends crowds into rapture’ or ‘lays waste to the floor,’ but in DJ Seinfeld’s case pandemonium is the default. Mixes show his deft control of build-up and feel in the booth, while his mini series for legendary London station Rinse FM in May ‘DJ Seinfeld presents...’, was a master class in the kind of wonky left-field house he peppers his sets with. Armand began making music in Edinburgh at the suggestion of a respected friend. Time spent experimenting with music and exploring the possibilities contained within his laptop was cathartic relief from the grind of finishing his studies. Later returning to his hometown of Malmo, his interest in making music would intensify thanks to encouragement from his old school friends and a the looming spectre of a 9-5 lifestyle. A move to Barcelona and the end of a relationship resulted in extended sessions watching the classic American sitcom and the music made to reflect that appeared under the name DJ Seinfeld. Rimbaudian already had traction and DJ Seinfeld was really intended as a side-project to exorcise emotions felt at that time. At first, tracks appeared on music-sharing groups online but he didn’t claim ownership, despite the growing buzz. When his friend Courtesy’s label Ectotherm began asking who the mysterious producer was, he began to take note. Then before long, Lobster Theremin and Meda Fury followed suit. The point of no return though came one evening spent with Ableton and a few beers. The track ‘U’ was uploaded to Soundcloud, and the internet went into overdrive. Sampling Bob Geldoff’s account of his split with his wife, amid soaring chants and keys wrought in heartache, ‘U’ is almost voyeuristic in its honesty. It’s that truth, that realness, that defines what Armand’s music is about.Their RA profile lists Ninja Tune, Domino, Lobster Theremin, Meda Fury and 3 more.Recently at Refuge, Randall's Island, Brooklyn Army Terminal · often with Kiyoshi, Physical Therapy, Baltra, none of them here that night
“Demi is label boss for his imprint ‘Semi Delicious’ boasts 17 sold-out vinyl-only EPs to date.”
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Demi is label boss for his imprint ‘Semi Delicious’ boasts 17 sold-out vinyl-only EPs to date. The releases are a collection of Demi only EPs and VAs which platform a family of Semi Delicious artists in Manami, Black Loops, Aldonna, Absolute, Papa Nugs, Manual Daquart, Jive Talk, Inner Zone, Lulah Francs, Michelle Manetti, Gallegos, Baby Rollen and more. Semi Delicious label showcases have now reached 8 sold out shows across London, Paris, Madrid, Bristol and Tel Aviv. Demi’s June 2023 EP on DJ Tennis’s label Life & Death is the fastest selling vinyl on the label for 5 years and received coverage in The Evening Standard. From the launch of Demi Riquísimo in 2019, festival slots began rolling in with regular appearances now from some of the world’s most renowned to underground events including Glastonbury, Lost Village, Latitude, Wilderness, El Dorado, Homoelectric, Gottwood, Secret Garden Party, Love Saves The Day, Alfresco Disco, Standon Calling, Flamingo Pier (New Zealand) to name a few. With some serious momentum, 2023 saw Demi’s stratospheric rise, which kicked off with Circoloco NYD at DC-10 (which preceded 2 more appearances over the summer) into a sold out 1500 raving attendees at Fabric London Semi Delicious label takeover on Jan 6th. Followed by a 3rd tour of Australasia Jan/Feb and a return to the US westcoast to play alongside Seth Troxler in San Diego into SXM Festival St Martin. Demi leaves behind him a trail of accolades from his BBC Radio Peak Time Mix, which was dubbed 'possibly our best best peak time mix ever' by Sarah Story, to the Hör Mix, an expertly crafted 3hr Phonica Mix, and MixMag Lab B2B with collaborator Chloé Caillet. Starting 2024 off with a nomination for DJ Mag Best Of British ‘Breakthrough DJ’ stands as a testament to all that came before it and sends a strong signal for what's to come.Their RA profile lists Life and Death, Semi Delicious and Club Mix.Recently at BASEMENT, Signal, Elsewhere · often with Jack Mulqueen, Tolga, Amanda Simpson, none of them here that night
“Drawing from global disco, acid, and electro influences, Gabby creates sets that flow through moody new wave, nostalgic vocals, and atmospheric textures.”
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Drawing from global disco, acid, and electro influences, Gabby creates sets that flow through moody new wave, nostalgic vocals, and atmospheric textures. Her focus is on sharing music that ignites curiosity and fosters an inclusive space to let go and escape on the dance floor. She has performed at notable venues across NYC and CDMX, including Good Room, Gabriela, Elsewhere, Departamento, and Bar Oriente.Recently at Brooklyn Army Terminal, Le Bain, Danger Danger · often with Chloe Battelle, Rachel Opert, shanty mane, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Chloe Battelle11 with gabby cocco
- Rachel Opert4 with gabby cocco
- Serrian4 with gabby cocco
- shanty mane4 with gabby cocco
- Bakke3 with gabby cocco
- Callie Reiff3 with gabby cocco
- EREZ.JPG3 with gabby cocco
- Luke Alessi3 with gabby cocco
104 said they were going — much busier than a usual Friday at Refuge.
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Refuge39
- Middle half finished between28 and 71
- Past Fridays at this venue counted23
The room
Refuge — 147 events and 319 distinct artists since Feb 2026.
Holds about 500.
Most-tagged here: Techno (8) and House (7). genre tags on this room’s listings