Schwefelgelb / Justine Perry / Liza Rivs / Makadsi / Serenda / Sterling Juan Diaz
BASEMENT52-19 Flushing Ave., Maspeth, NY 11378 · Map
Fri 13 Nov 2026 · 10:30pm → 7am Sat · 9 hours
21+ · FUNCTION NYC and basement ny ·
Press play
Who’s playing7 artists
In the order the promoter lists them.
Set times not published.
the pairs that have met
18 of the 21 pairings on this bill are first meetings.
- Makadsi and Sterling Juan Diaz — 8 shared bills before Friday, first on Sun 30 Jun 2024.
- Makadsi and Serenda — 3 shared bills before Friday, first on Sat 27 Sep 2025.
- Serenda and Sterling Juan Diaz — 1 shared bill before Friday, first on Sat 27 Sep 2025.
Good to know
- “No phone use on the dancefloor”
the fine print — 1 more line
- “No photos or videos”
Brace for impact: Schwefelgelb returns to headline BASEMENT. The prolific German duo arrive hot on the heels of their most recent release, “Hologramm.” A pristine slice of linear, techno filth, the EP is a masterclass in less-is-more, with taut, tensile loop structures that swerve with laser focus and a punky edge. Schwefelgelb have committed themselves to fusing the perfect alloy between hard-edged modern techno and rushing, rave release. With each step, their refinement only deepens. Radion resident Justine Perry is back. The French artist is at the forefront of a new wave, blending the cerebral and hypnotic with powerful, driving grooves. Following standout releases on Ostgut Ton and Dynamic Reflection, Perry has announced she is launching her new label Initial Interface later this year. Khidi resident Liza Rivs also returns, following her debut in April. This year’s “Seek The Hunter” EP sees Rivs in pure, menacing form, crafting captivating slow burners out of a palette of noise and rumbling, seething low end.
For one night only, FUNCTION takes over STUDIO. The beloved, infamous series has grown into one of the city’s premier queer parties, full stop. Founder and resident Makadsi leads the pack. A party starter par excellence, Makadsi harnesses the power of throbbing low end and slinky sleaze. Serenda makes her debut. A FUNCTION veteran, Serenda matches the vision and meets the freak while adding a personal twist. The London-based artist brings a subtle but decisive UK touch to the proceedings - soulful and deep but also heavy and hard as steel. Sterling Juan Diaz completes a perfect trio. No account of NY nightlife over the last five years would be complete without his name; Juan Diaz has been an undeniable force in the explosion of queer nightlife, drawing on a classic template of pumping house and techno, while adding a modern bite.
from the promoter’s listing on Resident Advisor
Who they are
“Schwefelgelb's live performances are nothing short of a spectacle.”
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Schwefelgelb's live performances are nothing short of a spectacle. Characterised by two members facing each other, surrounded by unique lighting and occasionally real-time visual processing, their shows offer an immersive and powerful experience. Distinctively, these performances often take place in the middle of the crowd, breaking down the conventional barrier of the DJ booth. This approach is also evident in their DJ sets, where they share their musical vision and embark on a journey with the audience.Their RA profile lists Cititrax, aufnahme + wiedergabe, Dalmata Daniel and n-PLEX.Recently at BASEMENT, Paragon · often with Juju Ji, Supergloss, Skungal, none of them here on Friday
“She actively supports emerging artists and is engaged in the LGBTQIA+ community, contributing to safer and more inclusive spaces through her involvement in queer parties.”
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She actively supports emerging artists and is engaged in the LGBTQIA+ community, contributing to safer and more inclusive spaces through her involvement in queer parties. Following her debut EP on Dynamic Reflection in 2024, she returned in 2026 with a second EP on X/Y/Secret, further refining her distinctive, high-intensity sonic identity. She has also contributed to compilations on Blue Hour and Vault Sessions, strengthening her presence within today’s techno landscape.Their RA profile lists Ostgut Ton, Dynamic Reflection, Blue Hour, On Board Music and 6 more.Recently at Signal, BASEMENT · often with Paula Koski, Berghain, Richard Akingbehin, none of them here on Friday
- Their RA profile lists Insane Industry Recordings.
Recently at BASEMENT, Paragon · often with ROBUS, Ancient Methods, Vulkanski, none of them here on Friday
“Makadsi continues to impress.”
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Makadsi continues to impress. This Brooklyn-based DJ/Producer, hailing from Zahle Lebanon, owns the underground scene with his signature sound merging Arabic influences over cross-genre sets. He is a resident and co-founder of FUNCTION, a space where he has cultivated a dance floor that honors the natural, vibrant diversity of New York City. NY’s BASEMENT dubbed Makadsi as the “rave activator”. 2025 saw Makadsi deepen his footprint across Europe. He returned to Glastonbury for a second year, this time on the IICON stage, and debuted at Horst Arts & Music Festival in Belgium. Summer took him from Honey Dijon's Chinois in Ibiza to Geggen x Pornceptual for Berlin Pride, Body Movements in London, the main stage at Madrid's MADO Pride, and Adonis for London Pride. French-German network ARTE profiled him for their Tracks series, spotlighting how he threads Arabic divas through techno beats. Back stateside, he played in the iconic Texas room for the 4th Annual Wire Festival in Brooklyn, NY further cementing his role in the heart of the city's underground. 2024 was no less impressive, with Makadsi’s debuts in Ibiza at Palmarama, Glastonbury Festival's iconic NY Downlow stage, Berlin's Pornceptual, Honey Dijon’s House Nation in Brooklyn, and NITSA's 30th birthday in Barcelona. 2023 was nothing short of monumental for Makadsi, taking FUNCTION on the road alongside Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour. As the Creative Director and architect for the Renaissance album and Renaissance World Tour, he booked opening DJ acts featuring familiar darlings of the Queer Underground scene (Arca, Shygirl, and more). He ended the tour with his own opening set for Beyoncé's last show in Kansas City. Topping off the year, Makadsi opened for Madonna’s Celebration Tour in Brooklyn.Recently at Qncc, 195 Morgan Ave, Signal · often with Dangerous Rose, FASHION, Markus, none of them here on Friday
“Serenda is a London-based artist of Guyanese and Greek heritage, known for her rich sound that is rooted in house but not confined by it.”
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Serenda is a London-based artist of Guyanese and Greek heritage, known for her rich sound that is rooted in house but not confined by it. Her sets fold between soulful depth and experimental edge, carrying a visceral power - always executed with a bold, contemporary vision. Serenda lives at the intersection of contrast. Her deep Afro-diasporic roots and ritual-rich heritage exist in dynamic tension with city life. This paradox shaped her worldview and her sound. It’s from this friction that her perspective emerges: soulful, sensual and emotionally charged. Her sets draw on the “timeless mindless states” of Mancuso’s The Loft parties, unfolding as rituals that don’t smooth chaos but work with it. Her sets are grounded in rhythm and instinct, built less around genre than sensation. She blends percussive, sensual house, and organic textures - crafting dance floors that feel immersive, visceral and emotionally charged. There’s a physicality to her sound that edges toward the primal. For Serenda, DJing is a form of play that is fluid and responsive. Following the release of her debut EP 'The Prophecy' on Josh Caffe’s Love Child label, Serenda quickly made her mark with a headline show in Fabric’s Room 2 quickly becoming a regular there, alongside holding down a monthly Rinse FM residency. A regular presence in London’s underground, she's also deeply inspired by time spent in New York, where the experimental sound and unfiltered expression mirror her own ethos. Serenda plays with pressure and release. Her sets often unfold with a measured intensity, but she’s never afraid to disrupt the flow with something raw, off-kilter, or emotionally direct. There’s a willingness to take risks that push the room into stranger, rawer territory. Her sets move fluidly between emotional restraint and sudden rupture always edging into new emotional terrain. Her fascination with world-building and quantum physics runs through everything she creates. From layered sound design to carefully crafted visual storytelling, Serenda builds sonic landscapes that explore self-discovery, navigating the boundary between control and abandon, most recently realised in her Rhythm Section debut EP 'Second Skin', firmly cementing her as a distinctive voice of today.Their RA profile lists Rhythm Section International and Love Child.Recently at Signal, public records · often with Concrete Husband, FASHION, Sevyn 0000, none of them here on Friday
“Sterling Juan Diaz has an instinctive feel for groove.”
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Sterling Juan Diaz has an instinctive feel for groove. Born in New York City & raised between there & the Dominican Republic, he was captivated by the percussive rhythms of hip-hop & latin music from a young age, fostering a diverse musical passion. Once he taught himself to DJ, his eclectic taste & skill quickly gained attention in New York City's queer nightlife, becoming a staple at parties like Nowadays Nonstop, Papi Juice, & BASEMENT’s resident party FIST. Diaz's insatiable appetite for music, discerning taste, & impressive mixing skills have solidified his reputation for delivering electrifying, sets consistently. His innovative, captivating style has earned him spots at festivals such as Honcho Campout, DWELLER, & Wire Festival, & has taken him to parties across the nation, including Atlanta’s Back Room & Washington D.C.’s Flower Factory. Internationally, Diaz has performed at The MECA Art Fair in the Dominican Republic, as well as at Buttons & Sysiphos in Berlin, Germany. In July 2023, Diaz was chosen as an opening DJ for Beyoncé’s New York City show during her record-breaking Renaissance World Tour, joining a distinguished roster of DJs celebrating the album’s tribute to Black queer & trans history. From his curatorial work as a resident DJ of Playground Radio & their annual Block Party to his recurring club night SIMPULSO at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Diaz has established himself as an unmissable voice in Brooklyn's new generation of young selectors. His sets range from chest-rumbling bass wubs to euphoric house keys, showcasing the rich heritage of the underground while exploring the depths of sound through the rhythmic threads of his Dominican roots. Sterling Juan Diaz has not only crafted a unique musical identity but also stands as a beacon of collaboration & community building.Recently at Bossa Nova Civic Club, Signal, Paragon · often with ALEXIS DE LA ROSA, Sekucci, Ron Like Hell, none of them here on Friday
names these artists often play with — not on Friday
- Kilopatrah Jones6 with Makadsi and 6 with Sterling Juan Diaz
- FASHION7 with Makadsi and 2 with Serenda
- MCMLXXXV5 with Makadsi and 4 with Sterling Juan Diaz
- Concrete Husband6 with Makadsi and 2 with Serenda
- Sevyn 00004 with Makadsi and 2 with Serenda
- ROBUS3 with Justine Perry and 2 with Liza Rivs
- Sekucci14 with Sterling Juan Diaz
- ALEXIS DE LA ROSA11 with Sterling Juan Diaz
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at BASEMENT1,410
- Middle half finished between1,080 and 1,762
- Past Fridays at this venue counted119
- Counted so far422 on Thu 8 Oct, 552 on Mon 19 Oct
Counts keep rising until the night; this is where it stands today.
The room
BASEMENT — 294 events and 630 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Holds about 500.
Who’s putting it on
FUNCTION NYC — 19 events and 75 artists since Sep 2023.
Also that night
- MYSTOPIA PRESENTS: SWEATThe Parkside Lounge — Kilopatrah Jones and Makadsi keep turning up on the same bills.
- ABOV FLINTA* NYCH0L0 — Volvox and Sterling Juan Diaz keep turning up on the same bills.
- Label Night: Tempa: Carré, Eva Loveless, Introspekt, re:niNowadays — that room books a lot of the same DJs as this one.
how these 3 are connected
- MYSTOPIA PRESENTS: SWEAT — Kilopatrah Jones and Makadsi have shared 6 bills; Kilopatrah Jones is on that bill and Makadsi is on this one.
- ABOV FLINTA* NYC — Volvox and Sterling Juan Diaz have shared 3 bills; Volvox is on that bill and Sterling Juan Diaz is on this one.
- Label Night: Tempa: Carré, Eva Loveless, Introspekt, re:ni — shares 227 artists with this room, Ron Like Hell among them.