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Todd Edwards

bass house

persian electronic

Etienne

Our prospering BLUE concept is back, as we bring you the legendary 

, acclaimed godfather of garage and true house music icon, for a daytime, open-air Gray Area debut on 

A name synonymous with the pulsating beats of UK Garage, a genre he played an instrumental role in shaping, Todd's journey into the world of music began with humble roots, marked by a small consumer-based keyboard purchased with his college education savings. Little did anyone know that this modest beginning would lead to a career spanning over three decades, and what most artists can only dream of, a Grammy win.

Growing up in East Orange and Newark, Todd found his initial inspiration through

. By 1995, Todd was already making waves with soulful and skippy records that became the heartbeat of the burgeoning UK garage scene.

One of Todd's defining moments came through his collaboration with Daft Punk, making him one of the only artists to have worked with the iconic duo twice, with contributions to the success of ‘

In recent years, Todd's repute has been propelled by a series of reissues on 

, eternalizing his timeless grooves, with further collaborations with 

 and others, showcasing his ability to adapt while staying true to his unique style.

As Todd Edwards looks to the future, armed with a plethora of new tracks and a born-again DJ spirit, his journey continues to inspire, reminding us all that music is not just a profession but a passion that transcends challenges and stands the test of time.

Oh, and he’s not alone. Mixing things up with his diverse soundscape of genres across the spectrum, Ardalan Noghre-Kar, better recognized by his DJ moniker 

, will be joining Edwards on the picturesque Roof of S-I.

Upon moving from his native Iran and settling in California in 2006, Ardalan immersed himself in the vibrant underground scene of the Bay Area, drawn to the pulsating rhythms of house and techno at legendary Sunset Sound System parties. It was amidst this sonic tapestry that Ardalan found himself at a fateful BBQ in San Francisco, a gathering that would lay the groundwork for his serendipitous encounter with the 

 crew, who welcomed him into their fold with open arms.

' catapulted Dirtybird Records into the limelight back in 2010, the head-strong artist has gone on to traverse quite the musical journey with regular releases on profound labels such as 

’ PETS Recordings, as well as his timeless debut album '

Now, with a career spanning over a decade, a host of critically acclaimed EPs, a forthcoming EP on 

 later this year, and the tantalizing promise of a second full-length album on the horizon, Ardalan's influence continues to reverberate throughout the global dance music scene.

Our BLUE concept is quickly gaining recognition for its dedication to showcasing day-time, open-air parties that boast each and every dimension of house music. 

Each BLUE event promises to create unique and unforgettable memories, so don't miss this extraordinary night at one of NYC's most sought-after venues 

as Todd Edwards and Ardalan take you on a musical journey that spans both decades and genres, and one that showcases the true essence of house music.

BLUE

Blue: Ardalan, Todd Edwards & Guests

Italy

afro house

MoBlack

Falyn

Val Fleury

Samantha Michelle

Sam Hysell

JaronPaulJones

Moblack & Guests

organic house

Parallelle

rshand

DeRoza

Lumia

melodic house

melodic techno

Maga

Alko

Parallelle Live with Maga and Lumia

chicago house

tech house

Gene Farris

United Kingdom

disco house

diva house

vocal house

The Shapeshifters

Malta

kisin

Malcolm Zeller

hanzondeck

Doubleheader

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.

DOUBLEHEADER: Gene Farris x The Shapeshifters

Australia

australian dance

Night Tales

LAPORTE

Kinder

Zak Leever

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

Debut: Night Tales presents CLR New York Debut

afro tech

APACHE (FR)

OLAF

Kamcoco

latin house

Cameron Jack

Monobase

Apache with Cameron Jack & Monobase

Rinzen

Otherwish

future bass

MYRNE

future house

Robby East

This Never Happened

This Never Happened New York

Germany

german techno

trance

uplifting trance

Paul van Dyk

Paul van Dyk: Sunday Sessions

tribal house

Roger Sanchez

Arturo Sanchez

Luna Mar

VLTRA (IT)

Merc

Roger Sanchez with VLTRA & Arturo Sanchez

Belgium

belgian techno

dark techno

raw techno

Joyhauser

YAZZ

Cryfxb

techno

Push

MEMORO

Debut: MEMORO New York w/ Joyhauser, BEC, and Friends

France

Oden & Fatzo

Chesster

Cut & Sew

SHEK

Olive F

Oden & Fatzo with Chesster, Olive F, and Friends

Stephan Jolk

General Admission

DuNE

Robyn Balliet

minimal techno

German Brigante

Stephan Jolk with German Brigante

progressive house

Romain Garcia

Romain Garcia & Guests

Omar+

Debut: Omar+ First New York Performance

19:26

indie dance

Henri Bergmann

PAGODA

South Africa

Jono Stephenson

The Room at Superior Ingredients

DOUBLEHEADER: 19:26 & Henri Bergmann

TOBEHONEST

WELKER

stixx

Broken Hill

TOBEHONEST with Broken Hill & Welker

house

Martin Ikin

Netherlands

dutch tech house

Chelina Manuhutu

Hyde (OFC)

Spain

Manu Gonzalez

DOUBLEHEADER: Chelina Manuhutu x Martin Ikin

Durante

Yulia Niko

Koumby

Paraleven

Durante with Paraleven & Yulia Niko

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