Refuge Saturday
Kepler, Jay Tripwire, Keen, Max Sprauer & Mario Polanco
Refuge366 Ten Eyck St, Brooklyn, NY 11206 · Map
This night happened — Sat 25 Jul · 10pm → 12pm Sun
21+ · Refuge NYC
Press play
Who was billed5 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
This was a crew, not a first meeting.
the pairs that have met
All 10 pairings on this bill had shared a bill before.
- Jay Tripwire and Mario Polanco — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Jay Tripwire and Max Sprauer — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Jay Tripwire and Keen — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Kepler and Jay Tripwire — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Kepler and Mario Polanco — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Kepler and Max Sprauer — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Kepler and Keen — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Max Sprauer and Mario Polanco — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Keen and Mario Polanco — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
- Keen and Max Sprauer — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 25 Jul 2026.
Who they are
“Leeds-based DJ and producer Kepler has quickly risen to prominence in the underground house scene, building an impressive reputation with his distinctive sound that blends elements of house and garage.”
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Leeds-based DJ and producer Kepler has quickly risen to prominence in the underground house scene, building an impressive reputation with his distinctive sound that blends elements of house and garage. Known for crafting grooves with timeless appeal and driving basslines, Kepler’s innovative approach has made him a staple in Europe’s top underground venues. His cutting-edge productions have secured bookings at iconic spots such as Fabric, Shelter, Club Der Visionaere, Lab11, Mint Warehouse, S*A*S*H, The Loft, Lion & Lamb, Gottwood Festival, Buongiorno Classic, and Pikes. With recent releases on acclaimed labels like FUSE (in collaboration with Enzo Siragusa), Up The Stuss, Semi Delicious, and Constant Sound, Kepler continues to cement his place as a driving force in the underground. His tracks have received widespread support from some of the biggest names in dance music, including Ben UFO, Raresh, Chris Stussy, Four Tet, Sonja Moonear, Rossi, and Shanti Celeste. Kepler’s music has also received radio play on BBC Radio 1, NTS, and Rinse FM, while being featured in respected publications like Mixmag and Trommel, underscoring his growing influence. Beyond the decks and the studio, Kepler is dedicated to sharing his knowledge through his online music production school and community, Studio Orbit, where he guides thousands of artists in honing their craft. He also runs his own label, Perspective, which champions a forward-thinking approach to tech house, further solidifying his influence within the scene.Their RA profile lists Fuse London, Constant Sound, Homegrown Label, Instinct and 1 more.Recently at Elsewhere, Jolene Sound Room Brooklyn, Outer Heaven · often with Armii1n, Contact, GP & Friends, none of them here that night
“For more than three decades, Tripwire has DJed professionally across over 200 cities worldwide, moving through basements, warehouses, afterhours rooms, and clubs that don’t market because they don’t need to.”
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For more than three decades, Tripwire has DJed professionally across over 200 cities worldwide, moving through basements, warehouses, afterhours rooms, and clubs that don’t market because they don’t need to. He was a long-standing regular guest at London’s Fabric for 18 years, brought back not by obligation but by necessity. He continues to mark 13 years at Flash DC and an almost confrontational 23-year residency at Vancouver’s Gorgomish Afterhours—a room where stamina replaces spectacle and the unprepared are quietly filtered out. His sound exists beyond classification. As the Canadian Ambassador of all sounds underground, Tripwire draws from minimal structures, raw pressure, and long-form hypnosis rather than genre boundaries. Every record is built with analog synthesizers and drum machines, machines chosen for their instability as much as their tone. Drift is allowed. Errors are preserved. In the booth, it’s vinyl or uncompressed WAV files on CDJs—no sync, no recordbox, no laptops- no safety rails. His extended sets are infamous exercises in patience and control, moving from the freshest unreleased material to obscure vintage bombs that feel less curated than recovered. Beyond the dancefloor, Tripwire’s presence is unavoidable. He has appeared on every major podcast in the underground, and his documented trail includes over 300 interviews, reviews, and articles, mapping a career that never slowed long enough to become mythology. Operating under aliases including Jay Tripwire, Mr_Barcode, and others, he has released an astonishing 426 vinyl records, earning 68 number-one chart positions, numbers that stop sounding impressive and start sounding diagnostic. Against all logic, the machine is still running. Averaging 15 releases a year, Tripwire recently delivered six consecutive number-one records, proving that obsession, when sustained long enough, outlives fashion. This is not a legacy act. This is sustained pressure. The underground, still breathingTheir RA profile lists Worship Recordings, Poker Flat Recordings, Laus Records, Shack Music and 6 more.Recently at Signal · often with Draceana, David Delgado, Pluralized, none of them here that night
“Keen is a DJ/Producer based out of Philadelphia.”
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Keen is a DJ/Producer based out of Philadelphia. His love for dance music was found in the city upon his arrival in 2011. Since then, his energy towards the scene has had him steadily climbing the ranks as a go to name in the nightlife circuit. As production manager and resident DJ of party series, Subsurface - he has helped push the boundaries in producing creative environments for dance music lovers. Keen has hosted and supported some of the world’s most notable underground acts. His efforts have also taken him across the globe. Playing festivals such as Dimensions & Trotamundo along with clubs & DIY parties in Dublin, London, Amsterdam, and all over the US. Through a fusion of house, techno, & electro, Keen’s method in blending eclectic flavors & paths fulfills his goal in compiling a story and sculpting the space. His knack for unique cuts and custom edits reflect his love for extraordinary sounds & feelings.Recently at MAD Radio NYC, Apollo Studio, Outer Heaven · often with John Raffaele, RAAUL, Moobi, none of them here that night
“OBSESSED BY THE SOUND OF THE PAST & THE MAGIC OF THE FUTURE, MAX LOOKS FOR THE ADHESIVE CONNECTING THE MANY HUES OF ELECTRONIC MUSIC.”
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OBSESSED BY THE SOUND OF THE PAST & THE MAGIC OF THE FUTURE, MAX LOOKS FOR THE ADHESIVE CONNECTING THE MANY HUES OF ELECTRONIC MUSIC. PLAYING A VARIETY OF RECORDS WHETHER THEY ARE HOUSE, TECHNO, ELECTRO, TRANCE, ETC- BLENDING HYPNOTIC MELODIES ALONGSIDE INTRICATE RHYTHMS. A NATIVE NEW YORKER, AND CURRENTLY RESIDING IN QUEENS- MAX MAINTAINS A VALUABLE PRESENCE AMONGST A CRITICAL AUDIENCE IN NYC.Recently at Apollo Studio, Mansions, H0L0 · often with Shvili, CAMILLA, Desyn, none of them here that night
“KNOWN FOR HIS SEAMLESS BLEND OF HOUSE, DEEP HOUSE, DISCO, AND TECHNO, HE HAS PLAYED AT NYC’S TOP VENUES, INCLUDING OUTPUT, CIELO, VERBOTEN, ELSEWHERE, FLASH FACTORY, D36, AND SANKEYS NYC H0L0.”
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KNOWN FOR HIS SEAMLESS BLEND OF HOUSE, DEEP HOUSE, DISCO, AND TECHNO, HE HAS PLAYED AT NYC’S TOP VENUES, INCLUDING OUTPUT, CIELO, VERBOTEN, ELSEWHERE, FLASH FACTORY, D36, AND SANKEYS NYC H0L0. M.P.C HAS SHARED THE STAGE WITH INDUSTRY HEAVYWEIGHTS LIKE FRANCK ROGER, CINTHIE, POINT G, ARCHIE HAMILTON, AND NYC LEGENDS HARRY ROMERO, VICTOR CALDERONE, HEX HECTOR AND MORE. A STAPLE IN THE BROOKLYN UNDERGROUND, HE’S PERFORMED AT RENOWNED EVENTS LIKE RESOLUTE AND GOLDEN RECORD NYC. AS A PRODUCER, M.P.C. HAS RELEASED MUSIC ON LABELS LIKE G.C.R. (GOOD COMPANY RECORDING) NERVOUS RECORDS AND CASA CLUB REC. VINYL RELEASES ON HAT SWING (ARGENTINA) BROOKLYN SWAY (NEW YORK) AND MOVING IN SILENCE (BERLIN). WITH HIS SIGNATURE SOUND AND UNDENIABLE ENERGY, M.P.C. CONTINUES TO ELEVATE NYC’S ELECTRONIC MUSIC SCENE.Their RA profile lists NOSI Music, Saint & Dont Music, Plus Plus, Phantom Deck Records and 4 more.Recently at Green Room NYC, Refuge, KEYBAR · often with Just Martín, Miss Gypsy, Morgan, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- RAAUL3 with Max Sprauer and 2 with Keen
- Shvili26 with Max Sprauer
- Rama NYC9 with Max Sprauer
- CAMILLA7 with Max Sprauer
- Desyn7 with Max Sprauer
- Manny7 with Max Sprauer
- Burchan Acar6 with Max Sprauer
- Just Martín6 with Mario Polanco
26 said they were going — about like a usual Saturday at Refuge.
how this compares
- Median final count, Saturdays at Refuge30
- Middle half finished between19 and 71
- Past Saturdays at this venue counted35
- Counted26 on Fri 31 Jul, 27 on Sat 1 Aug
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
Also that night
- Akua, 1morning, ShyboiSignal — that room books a lot of the same DJs as this one.
- UFO95 live / Altinbas / cotton / Shaun J. Wright / Colored Craig / Nat WendellBASEMENT — that room books a lot of the same DJs as this one.
- 718 Sessions Boat Party Part TWO-2026Circle Line Cruises — that room books a lot of the same DJs as this one.
how these 3 are connected
- Akua, 1morning, Shyboi — shares 59 artists with this room, Kurilo among them.
- UFO95 live / Altinbas / cotton / Shaun J. Wright / Colored Craig / Nat Wendell — shares 43 artists with this room, Kilopatrah Jones among them.
- 718 Sessions Boat Party Part TWO-2026 — shares 21 artists with this room, David Morales among them.