Graeme

Techno

Graeme is a resident DJ and cofounder of both Lotion Collective Seattle and Freak NYC, two queer-forward collectives dedicated to building intentional dance floors and community-centered nightlife. Originally from the suburbs of Detroit, he spent six years in Seattle before relocating to New York City to help launch Freak NYC. His sound is rooted in midwest, purist techno, while also drawing from electro, house, EBM, Italo, and minimal. He approaches DJing as an extension of space-making, balancing deep cuts with occasional left-field turns to reward purists and maintain unpredictability. Whether opening a room or closing a night, his focus remains on creating memorable moments of shared experience through music. His work as a promoter and resident DJ highlights a commitment to fostering intentional, community-driven spaces within the contemporary underground scene.

Sharlese

Techno

Based in Seattle, Sharlese Metcalf is a long-standing pillar of the Pacific Northwest electronic music community and a veteran host at the legendary radio station KEXP. Her DJ sets weave together electro, EBM, Italo, and techno, characterized by a dark and emotionally resonant aesthetic that prioritizes narrative flow over conventional peak-time tropes. Beyond her radio work, she is a resident of the secondnature collective and a founder of the event series False Prophet and Audiodrome. She has performed at international institutions including Tresor, Panorama Bar, and Nowadays, while maintaining a deep commitment to platforming underground and independent artists. Her work as a curator and selector stands out for its technical integrity and an encyclopedic approach to sound that bridges the gap between historical industrial roots and modern dancefloor experimentation.

Leonce

Electronic

Leonce, born in New Orleans and now based in Atlanta, is a DJ and producer known for his uncompromising blend of American urban sounds and experimental electronica. He co-founded Club Morph in 2016, an Atlanta collective and electronic-hybrid imprint, fostering inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ and POC nightlife. His sound, often described as intricate and genre-blurring, draws from house, techno, trap, grime, and New Orleans bounce. Notable releases include the 2017 EP "Insurgency" on Fade to Mind, the 2019 EP "Tripwires" on Night Slugs, and his critically acclaimed 2024 debut album "System of Objects" on Morph Tracks. Leonce has toured internationally, headlining Atlanta's Boiler Room, playing major festivals like Glastonbury, and supporting artists such as Beyoncé and Fred again. His consistent genre-blending and commitment to fostering inclusive club spaces establish him as a vital voice shaping contemporary electronic music.

Arvin T

House

Arvin T, a DJ and producer, was raised in Detroit and refined by Chicago's club and warehouse scene before establishing his base in New York City. His sound is a volatile collision of EBM, Italo wave, house, and progressive, navigating a spectrum of emotions with propulsive velocity and darkwave textures. He holds a residency at Brooklyn's Gabriela and has played at notable venues including Basement NY, Sisyphos in Berlin, and La Machine Du Moulin Rouge in Paris. Arvin T has released music on Dutch imprint Return To Forever, E-Missions Recordings, and Magic City, while also collaborating with Synthicide and contributing to events like III Points and Arc Music Festival. Beyond the booth, he is the architect behind bedroomdjfantasies, a satirical platform that has evolved into a vital community nexus. His ability to blend diverse electronic styles with a keen sense of narrative makes him a compelling figure in contemporary club culture.