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moombahton

Ape Drums

afro house

tribal house

AWEN

Tiffy Vera

Firungi

ASMOT

This Sunday, February 15 — the heart of Valentine’s Day weekend — we’re taking it to the roof. Bring your partner, your lover, or whoever’s been holding it down on the dancefloor next to you. Ape Drums headlines the day, backed by AWEN, Tiffy Vera, Firungi, and ASMOT. 

Known worldwide through his work with Major Lazer, the Houston-born producer has recently shifted focus back to his own lane — pulling from Afro-tech, dancehall, and percussion-heavy club sounds that connect directly to his roots. With tracks like the “Like Dat” remix and 

 stacking millions of plays, his music balances accessibility with weight — designed for physical movement, but built with care.

Like Dat - Ape Drums Remix

Since first making his name in 2014 with “Basement” and joining Major Lazer in 2019, Ape Drums has performed everywhere from Coachella to HARD Day of the Dead, and collaborated with artists across genres. But it’s the solo sets that tap deepest — stripped-back, rhythm-first, and tied to the same instincts he built as a teenage breakdancer trying to move the room.


Joining Ape Drums is AWEN, the Paris-based vocalist, producer, and DJ whose genre-crossing sound draws from Afro house, melodic techno, and spiritual club traditions. Her breakout moment came with “Your Voice” and its Adam Port remix — a track that’s now nearing 50 million streams — quickly positioning her as one of the most powerful new voices in the scene. 

Your Voice - Adam Port Remix

She’s since performed at major global festivals like Coachella and Tomorrowland, and released collaborations with artists including WhoMadeWho, Jan Blomqvist, Kitty Amor, and Djeff. AWEN’s live sets blend DJing with vocals, creating emotionally charged moments that pull from her Senegalese heritage and deep sense of intention. 

Her music has been released on respected imprints across the world, and most recently on Kanté, the label she launched to gain full creative control and amplify other boundary-pushing talent. A former lawyer with a PhD, AWEN brings depth and clarity to every part of her work — whether she’s onstage, in the studio, or building space for artists like her to thrive. This performance marks a rare chance to experience her sound in such an intimate, open-air setting.

Tiffy Vera joins the lineup, bringing her epic sound to the rooftop. Born in New York and raised in Asunción, Paraguay, her sets reflect the range of her background — from deep and melodic house to Afrobeat and lesser-known Latin styles. She’s shared stages with RÜFÜS DU SOL, Bedouin, Odesza, Pablo Fierro, Carlita, and more, and has played across cities like Miami, New York, Bogotá, Paris, Madrid, San Juan, and Asunción. Her recent appearances at venues like Factory Town, Club Space, Floyd, and Superior Ingredients have built her reputation as an artist with real presence and strong direction. 

Firungi also joins the lineup, bringing a cultural perspective to the party. An Indian American artist, DJ, and event producer based in Brooklyn, Firungi built his name through his genre-crossing event series 

With roots across Mumbai, Los Angeles, London, and more, his sets reflect a lifelong connection to sound systems and storytelling from around the world. His music has earned support from names like Keinemusik, Dennis Cruz, Bedouin, Marco Carola, Damian Lazarus, and Jyoty, and he’s shared stages with Chris Lake, Prospa, Bontan, and Sarz. 

Shookadoo

Warming up the decks is local act, ASMOT. It all goes down on the roof. A lineup that spans styles, cities, and stories — Ape Drums, AWEN, Tiffy Vera, Firungi, and ASMOT — all coming through with their own take on movement and sound. Day into night, no skips, just solid energy start to finish.

Ape Drums with Awen [Hybrid]

detroit techno

minimal techno

outsider house

techno

Carl Craig

Dennis Free

Luke Hess

Moodymann

Detroit Love, Brooklyn Edition by Day

HILLS

latin house

tech house

bass house

Crusy

Brazil

indie dance

WELKER

Slaycey

Takes Two

HILLS with Crusy & Welker

Denmark

danish electronic

danish techno

deep euro house

melodic techno

Kölsch

Slovenia

Brina Knauss

DUNE

Nuran

Kölsch with Brina Knauss

Nigeria

afrobeats

afropop

nigerian pop

SPINALL

AQUTIE

Love Bonez

Sydni Luv

Donis

SPINALL with AQUTIE

deep disco house

fidget house

house

Justin Martin

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

Ruthie Bandit

Player Dave

Jasa

BLUE

BLUE: Justin Martin, Laurence Guy, Player Dave

Sweden

Son of Son

melodic house

Henri Bergmann

KAÏ

Fireware

Debut

Gray Area's new venture, "Debut," aims to bridge the international house music community by bringing established and emerging artists to cities they've never performed in. This initiative seeks to expand artists' fan bases and provide fans with fresh, exhilarating musical experiences. Having played a role in introducing major artists and brands like elrow and Awakenings to new audiences in the past, Gray Area believes in the magic of first-time experiences. By promoting artists in new venues and cities, they hope to cultivate a thriving, unified house music ecosystem. Debut is not merely a marketing strategy but embodies Gray Area's commitment to fostering collaboration, unity, and musical discovery.

Debut: Son of Son First New York Performance

Jackie Hollander

Trace

AKKI

Chellzz

Debut: Jackie Hollander First New York Headline Performance

Switzerland

Deer Jade

Deer Jade Presents I AM YOU

Joezi

MISH

Joezi with Darmon & Yung Omz

Mont Rouge

Mont Rouge & Guests

organic house

Maga

Sean Doron

Germany

german tech house

minimal tech house

Emanuel Satie

Scenarios

Scenarios New York

Netherlands

deep groove house

Ferreck Dawn

Ferreck Dawn & Guests

dutch tech house

Prunk

M-High

Chesster

Prunk with M-High & Chesster

DEVAULT & Guests

Fedde Le Grand & Guests

Layla Benitez

David Lindmer

rshand

Warhov

Gray Area is pioneering the "Doubleheader" event series, drawing inspiration from back-to-back baseball games to showcase artists with similar styles but unique fan bases. By having one artist follow another and culminating in a collaborative back-to-back (B2B) set, Doubleheader aims to create a powerful platform for musical discovery and cross-pollination. Embracing the "B2B" spirit, the initiative seeks to introduce audiences to new sounds while strengthening the dance music ecosystem.

Ape Drums with Awen [Hybrid]

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