Barangay presents
Jay Dalawa, Alcantara, Gabriel Etrata, DJ Houseplants, Florence Cecile, Vans
Dead Letter No. 963 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11249 · Map
This night happened — Thu 20 Aug · 7pm → 1am Fri
free · 21+ · Barangay and Dead Letter No 9 ·
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Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
5 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Jay Dalawa and Alcantara — 18 shared bills before that night, first on Sun 20 Aug 2023.
- Jay Dalawa and Gabriel Etrata — 12 shared bills before that night, first on Sun 20 Aug 2023.
- DJ Houseplants and Florence Cecile — 7 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 20 Jan 2024.
- Alcantara and Gabriel Etrata — 6 shared bills before that night, first on Sun 20 Aug 2023.
- Jay Dalawa and Florence Cecile — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 20 Jan 2024.
- Jay Dalawa and DJ Houseplants — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 20 Jan 2024.
- Alcantara and DJ Houseplants — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 20 Jan 2024.
- Alcantara and Florence Cecile — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 20 Jan 2024.
- Gabriel Etrata and DJ Houseplants — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 5 Sep 2025.
- Gabriel Etrata and Florence Cecile — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 5 Sep 2025.
Good to know
- “Free w/ RSVP | 21+”
BARANGAY is back, returning to Dead Letter No.9 on Thursday, August 20th for their third installment of BAHAY KUBO.
Inspired by the Filipino concepts of bahay (home) and bayanihan (community through collective care), BARANGAY transforms the dance floor into a gathering place where culture, connection, and music meet. Rooted in the sounds of the diaspora, the night celebrates the rhythms that travel across borders while bringing people together.
FOYER 7PM-1AM: BARANGAY: Vans, Alcantara, Gabriel Etrata
CARGO 9PM-1AM: DJ Houseplants, Florence Cecile, Jay Dalawa,
Welcome to BAHAY KUBO - where tradition meets celebration, and in the spirit of bayanihan, emerges as a natural expression of collective harmony.
Free w/ RSVP | 21+ Kitchen Open Late
from the promoter’s listing on Resident Advisor
Who they are
“Jay Dalawà is a Filipino-American DJ & producer with roots in the DMV and current resident of Queens (New York).”
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Jay Dalawà is a Filipino-American DJ & producer with roots in the DMV and current resident of Queens (New York). Known for his distinctive blend of 90s house, funk, and soul, Jay captures the essence of New York’s vibrant club culture and underground scene with an unmistakable selecta flair. His sets are narrative-driven experiences, shaped by influences like The Basement Boys, Jojo Flores, and Ash Lauryn. As a core member of BARANGAY & Soul Kanto—collectives focused on bridging diasporic communities and connecting artists across the Philippines and the U.S. Through his work, he’s cultivating space for global exchange and building a future-facing sound rooted in heritage and collaboration. BARANGAY, founded in 2017, stands as a dynamic Filipino-American-owned creative collective, with a distinct vision embracing the rich tapestry of Filipino heritage while fostering global connections through creative and entertainment ventures. From visual arts to music, BARANGAY thrives on the fusion of diverse talents, making a space where international influences converge to amplify cultural awareness. BAHAY KUBO – where tradition meets celebration in the spirit of BAYANIHAN, transcending the typical party through a journey of empowerment and reclaiming our shared space. BAHAY KUBO is a warm embrace, inviting you to dance freely just as you would at home, communicated through house and disco music. Soul Kanto ("Soul Corner" in Tagalog), an installment of eclectic vinyl sets that span from OPM classics to house, disco, and more. It's a celebration of music, culture and community, powered by the soul of Filipino artistry. Check out the collective at @BARANGAY.CORecently at Jupiter Disco, Dead Letter No. 9, Mood Ring · often with LANSUH, BARANGAY, Oh No Macho, none of them here that night
Recently at Jupiter Disco, Dead Letter No. 9, Mood Ring · often with LANSUH, BARANGAY, CBCAIRWAVES, none of them here that night
“Gabriel Etrata's journey as a DJ is rooted in his background playing guitar, bass, piano, and drums.”
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Gabriel Etrata's journey as a DJ is rooted in his background playing guitar, bass, piano, and drums. His favorite artists growing up include Jimi Hendrix, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine, The Beatles, Tame Impala, J. Dilla, and NaS. His multi-instrumentalist background led him to music production where he developed an interest in sample-based, beat making, and eventually DJing/turntablism. The key moment he attributes to his development as a DJ is his attendance at the 2019 Goldie Awards. Witnessing the battle and the routines of legendary X-Executioners, Rob Swift and Mista Sinista, inspired him to pick up 1200s, records, and a mixer the following week. He continues to train in turntablism, receiving mentorship from Rob Swift's Brolic Army DJ School, and hopes to compete in a battle one day. He can be found spinning at various venues and events across NYC. In addition to music, Gabriel Etrata is a multidisciplinary artist and does work in photo/video. He is a member of BARANGAY (@barangay.co), an international creative collective based in New York City.Recently at Jupiter Disco, Dead Letter No. 9, Mood Ring · often with LANSUH, CBCAIRWAVES, JAV, none of them here that night
“His productions and sets weave together elements of classic house, jungle, breaks, and bass music, pulling you in with a hypnotic bounce and four-to-floor hooks drenched in an undeniably nostalgic feel.”
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DJ Houseplants is the alias of American-Cambodian DJ, producer, and designer Justin Av. Hailing from the Pacific Northwest and currently based in Brooklyn, Av brings his wide-ranging experience as a musician and a fresh perspective to New York’s house scene. Before finding his home in electronic music, he cut his teeth as drummer in punk and doom metal bands at age 14, going on to explore sounds ranging from shoegaze to IDM and make a footprint as a prominent producer in the golden era of soundcloud rap. His productions and sets weave together elements of classic house, jungle, breaks, and bass music, pulling you in with a hypnotic bounce and four-to-floor hooks drenched in an undeniably nostalgic feel. Drawing inspiration from his frequent retreats to the forest, DJ Houseplants envelops his listeners in lush, hypnotic and familiar soundscapes — allowing dancers to photosynthesize together like plants reaching for the sun, opening and thriving from the positivity of the music. With an emotive sensibility, Houseplants pays homage to the early producers and greats that have come before him by seamlessly recontextualizing hidden gems into raw and driving sets. Having shared the stage with the likes of Todd Edwards, Ashlyn Lauryn, Park Hye Jin and DJ Seinfeld, and recently returned from a 2024 world tour, Houseplants is making waves as a prolific producer and performer. A graphic designer working in fashion, an environmental conservationist, a first generation immigrant from Cambodia—he lets his life experiences inform the type of music he makes, inviting you to explore music through a more introspective lens. Driven by the vibrancy of dancers, he channels the spirit of the community to amplify the energy of the dance floor.Deep House on 5, Techno on 3, House on 3 and Electro on 2. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on Dublab (2), Dancing On Wax (1) and The Nursery (1). labels on their catalogued releasesRecently at Mood Ring, Apollo Studio, Elsewhere · often with LANSUH, Barrio Soundsystem, Paluma Sound, none of them here that night
“NYC”
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Recently at Music For A While, Jupiter Disco, Pinky Swear · often with Tim Dauz, RICK E, Wolfy, none of them here that night
“Florence Cecile, fka FLOREYNA and Laguna, is a Brooklyn-based Filipina-American DJ and singer who upholds the power of music as medicine.”
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Florence Cecile, fka FLOREYNA and Laguna, is a Brooklyn-based Filipina-American DJ and singer who upholds the power of music as medicine. Influenced by her Chicago roots, her sound spans from acid house and deep house, to disco and techno. Leaning into mixes of heavy grooves, soulful vocals, and tropical soundscapes reminiscent of her motherland, her music uplifts the dancefloor as a place for warmth and movement. You can follow her events and mixes on IG @florence__cecileRecently at Mood Ring, Elsewhere, Jupiter Disco · often with LANSUH, Barrio Soundsystem, LITA DA DOLL, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- LANSUH23 with Jay Dalawa, 16 with Alcantara, 14 with Gabriel Etrata, 5 with DJ Houseplants and 5 with Florence Cecile
- JAV1 with Alcantara, 1 with Gabriel Etrata and 1 with Jay Dalawa
- CBCAIRWAVES6 with Gabriel Etrata and 5 with Alcantara
- BARANGAY4 with Jay Dalawa and 3 with Alcantara
- sola system3 with DJ Houseplants and 2 with Florence Cecile
- Barrio Soundsystem2 with DJ Houseplants and 2 with Florence Cecile
- Cyber Imp2 with DJ Houseplants and 2 with Florence Cecile
- Oh No Macho2 with Alcantara and 2 with Jay Dalawa
how this compares
- Median final count, Thursdays at Dead Letter No. 924
- Middle half finished between10 and 43
- Past Thursdays at this venue counted58
- Counted8 on Fri 31 Jul, 22 on Wed 12 Aug
The room
Dead Letter No. 9 — 366 events and 816 distinct artists since Oct 2023.
Holds about 150.
Who put it on
Barangay — 12 events and 22 artists since Oct 2023.
Also that night
- VHS F2F (Main Room Event, Free with RSVP)SILO — also tagged house, with techno too.
- Outer Heaven presents: Shawn DubOuter Heaven — also tagged house.
- ROMANCE w Eli EscobarGabriela — also tagged electro, with pop too.
how these 3 are connected
- VHS F2F (Main Room Event, Free with RSVP) — RA tags both listings house — and that one also techno.
- Outer Heaven presents: Shawn Dub — RA tags both listings house.
- ROMANCE w Eli Escobar — RA tags both listings electro — and that one also pop.