Gray Area Unveils Its First Wave of Resident DJs

LEFTI

HVNLEE

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Francisco Allendes

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San Pacho

United States

The Knockdown Center

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Dombresky

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Somewhere Nowhere

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Croatia

tech house

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SYREETA

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United Kingdom

Syreeta

France

Chile

bass house

electro house

house

latin tech house

disco house

latin house

tribal house

Crusy

On June 20th, get ready for an epic day-to-night throwdown at the Knockdown Center in Queens, where disco vibes and house beats collide in the best way possible. It all kicks off in the open-air Ruins with 

 the groovy alter ego of French DJ and producer 

Known for spinning '70s-inspired sets that bring disco into the modern era, Disco Dom has already lit up dance floors in LA, Miami, New York, and San Francisco. 

His sets are pure feel-good energy, throwing it back to the golden age of disco with a fresh twist that keeps the crowd moving. Dombresky’s house sets are legendary, with appearances at Lollapalooza and iconic venues like Club Space proving he knows exactly how to keep a room locked in the groove.

As the sun dips, the party moves indoors, and that’s when things get really serious. Joining the Disco Dom show is 

, a talented Chilean DJ and producer who began his musical journey with classical violin training. 

Esa Nena Quiere

Allendes has become a prominent name in house music, with a residency at Amnesia Ibiza and performances at major festivals like Creamfields and Tomorrowland. 

His sound, infused with Afro-Latin rhythms, earned him the title of Best Ibiza DJ at the 2019 DJ Awards. The Fiebre Amarilla World Tour boosted his global profile, and the success of tracks like "Esa Nena Quiere" on VIVa Music propelled his career to new heights.

, the London-based DJ known for her bass-driven sets at venues like fabric, Watergate, and the Drumsheds. A HE.SHE.THEY. resident, she is an exciting and valuable addition to the lineup.

We're thrilled to welcome Gray Area resident 

 to this special night! The brainchild of Brooklyn-based producer Alex Suarez, LEFTI represents years of musical evolution. The launch of LEFTI marked a new chapter, with a steady stream of remixes and original tracks released on leading house labels like Toolroom, Nervous, and Freakin 909. He’s played support for big industry names like Wax Motif, Ferreck Dawn, Ben Hemsley, and Eats Everything.

, who has graced stages like elrow and the Femme House stage at Hulaween Music Festival. HVNLEE has performed alongside artists like Max Styler, Denis Sulta, Classmatic, Nala, and more!

HVNLEE, a North Philadelphia native, is a dynamic DJ and event curator known for her infectious sound that seamlessly weaves together hip-hop, R&B, disco, funk, and soul influences. Beyond her successful career, HVNLEE is also a champion for inclusivity, establishing the femme-focused event series HONEY and recently venturing into music production, signaling a new chapter in her artistic journey.

Tracklist:
Riva Starr, Todd Terry - This Is The Sound (Extended)
Cajmere - Brighter Days
Floorplan - Right There
WK7 - Do It Yourself
Trax Unit - Get The Werk
Floorplan - Out of Control
Krystal Klear - Just A Little (Sunday Service Mix)
Lyric - Let Me Tell You (Dub Mix)
Armando - 100% Of Disin You
Armand Van Helden - I Want Your Soul
Sally C - Downtown
William Kiss - Like This


Gray Area's mission is to build a bigger house music community in North America by helping fans discover exciting house music artists, event brands and festivals that are new to them.

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HVNLEE - Exclusive Set for OCHO By Gray Area [12/23] by Gray Area

This is more than just a party; it’s a full-spectrum house and disco experience that blends Disco Dom’s funk-infused daytime grooves with the late-night house energy of Dombresky.

I Can Do It With a Broken Heart - Dombresky Remix

For anyone who lives and breathes house music, this is your June 20th plan—don’t sleep on it.

Dombresky Day-Into-Night

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