Hitting All the Right Notes: A Chat with Classmatic

Classmatic

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HVNLEE

United States

Superior Ingredients

Superior Ingredients Roof

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Brazil

tech house

Italy

Ale De Tuglie

OLAF

Medina

Malcolm Zeller

post-grunge

Get ready, Brooklyn! On February 9, 2025, the one and only Classmatic is set to take over the roof at Superior Ingredients. Known for his signature Latin-inspired grooves and minimalist tech house vibe, this Brazilian sensation is primed to throw down a set for a night of proper beats and magnetic energy that’ll make this one of the best shows of the season.

Classmatic, born Frederico Farias in Tubarão, Brazil, is no stranger to the international house music scene. Over the years, he has steadily built his name through sheer talent, solid releases, and standout performances worldwide. His big break came in 2022 with the track “Toma Dale,” a summer anthem in Ibiza, released on Jamie Jones’ renowned Hot Creations label. This hit, created in collaboration with Nfasis, threw Classmatic into the spotlight, leading to more major bookings and releases that brought his unique sound to new audiences.

Since then, he’s appeared at some of the most iconic clubs and festivals around the globe. From rocking the decks at EDC Las Vegas, Space Miami, and Hï Ibiza, to creating special moments at Warung Beach Club and Club Vibe, Classmatic has brought his talents to some of the most respected venues in house music. Fans have also seen him take the stage with artists like Paco Osuna, The Martinez Brothers, Ben Sterling, Beltran, and Seth Troxler, as he continues to shape his own path in the tech house scene.

El Primer Corazón

Classmatic’s discography is equally impressive. With almost 70 releases to his name, he’s had massive tracks like “El Primer Corazón” via Revival New York, a hit that quickly became his top-streamed song on Spotify, “Catuca” on Cuttin' Headz, and a well-loved remix of Cloonee’s “Sun Goes Down.” His music has appeared on prominent labels such as Toolroom, Hottrax, Deeperfect, elrow, and Solid Grooves, where he’s also collaborated with the team on several tracks that have become crowd favorites. His beats are marked by a Latin twist that injects an unmistakable flavor into his sets, giving his tech house grooves a vibe all their own.

Joining Classmatic on the rooftop are some standout names in the scene. 

, from Bari, Italy, has earned his place in house music after touring with Marco Carola and performing at iconic venues like 

, known for his Latin-infused sound, has shared stages with 

. At 29, he launched his label FREQFEED and recently played 

. Joining him for a back-to-back set is Gray Area regular Medina, who has performed alongside 

February’s show at Superior Ingredients promises exactly that. The rooftop venue, with its retractable-glass layout and sweeping views of Manhattan, offers the perfect setting for Classmatic to showcase his sound under the night sky. Fans can expect an intimate yet an energy-fueled night, packed with fresh grooves and a few surprises as he drops his latest tracks.

Classmatic @ Tomorrowland Brasil (Freedom Stage) - BR (12.10.2024) by Classmatic

Whether you’re a long-time follower or new to Classmatic’s sound, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Get your tickets soon – this one is set to be a packed house!

Classmatic w. Ale De Tuglie & Guests

United Kingdom

bass house

house

Martin Ikin

Robyn Balliet

Spain

spanish techno

Bastian Bux

Madison Park

dance pop

Will Sass

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

italian tech house

Blackchild

Sante Sansone

Etienne

Vithz

Debut

Debut: ATARASHI NYC w. Blackchild, Sante Sansone + More TBA

melodic house

Durante

Sanvero

AXELA

artemis orion

progressive house

deep house

Braxton

Durante w. Braxton & Guests

Bijou

Dillon Nathaniel

ero808

BERK

bassline

kyogre

BIJOU w. Dillon Nathaniel, Ero808, BERK & Kyogre

Germany

experimental house

Sofia Kourtesis

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

DuNE

disco house

Anish Kumar

BLUE

BLUE: Sofia Kourtesis, Laurence Guy, Lauren Murada

uk tech house

Deeper Purpose

electroclash

indie dance

Rex The Dog

Trace

MISS PIPS

Argentina

Blank Sense

Deeper Purpose w. Rex The Dog & Trace

deep euro house

minimal melodic techno

Jonas Saalbach

deep techno

Ae:ther

polish techno

ANII

Nuran

PAGODA

Jonas Saalbach w. AE:THER & ANII

Kyle Walker

Kyle Walker & Friends

canadian electronic

electro house

electronic trap

fidget house

turntablism

A-Trak

uk house

Melé

LEFTI

Alessandra Jamarne

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.

Classmatic w. Ale De Tuglie & Guests

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