Arielle Lana

New York City DJ and journalist blending footwork and bass.

Arielle Lana LeJarde is a Brooklyn based DJ, culture journalist, and event producer who operates at the intersection of underground electronic music and community advocacy. As the founder of the HEADS KNOW platform, she documents and champions local scenes while curating events that bridge historical context with contemporary club sounds. Her DJ sets are characterized by a fluid, genre-hopping approach that weaves together footwork, bass, breaks, and East Coast club music. She has held editorial roles at Resident Advisor and The FADER, contributing to a broader understanding of dance music history through her writing. By maintaining a presence on global platforms like NTS and Rinse FM, she consistently highlights the lineage of the sounds she plays. Her work stands out for its dual commitment to rigorous cultural documentation and the preservation of the underground dancefloor as a space for innovation.