Dusky and the Foundation of 17 Steps

Dusky

Gray Area Unveils Its First Wave of Resident DJs

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United States

Superior Ingredients

The Roof at Superior Ingredients

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United Kingdom

deep house

future garage

house

Earth Signs

Kayper

James Juke

, composed of Nick Harriman and Alfie Granger-Howell, have spent over a decade commanding dancefloors around the world with their genre-blurring, club-focused sound. Known for their seamless blend of house, garage, and techno, Dusky has become a staple at some of the most iconic venues and festivals in the dance music scene. As they prepare for an upcoming performance on the rooftop of Superior Ingredients on Sunday, November 17th, it's a great time to highlight their impressive list of past and future gigs.

One of their early milestones was securing a residency at London’s legendary Fabric, a club known for its cutting-edge sound system and a long history of hosting top-tier artists. Their performances at Fabric helped establish Dusky as a must-see act in the UK. Berlin's Panorama Bar, part of the world-renowned Berghain complex, is another iconic venue where Dusky have showcased their talent. In addition to club residencies, Dusky has been a fixture at major festivals across the globe.

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They've played the iconic stages of Ultra Music Festival in Miami, bringing their UK sound to an international audience, and have delivered unforgettable performances at Creamfields, one of the UK’s largest electronic music festivals. Their circuit also includes appearances at 

, and many more. Whether it's an intimate club set or a headline festival performance, Dusky consistently delivers experiences that resonate with fans and critics alike.

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Their breakthrough came with the release of Stick By This in 2011, an album that caught the attention of influential tastemakers like Pete Tong. The record's success propelled Dusky into the limelight, earning them a nomination for BBC Essential Mix of the Year. Furthermore, 2014 marked the launch of their own record label, 17 Steps. Over the years, 17 Steps has released tracks from a wide range of artists, including Nathan Micay, LTJ Bukem, and 

, while also serving as a home for Dusky’s own releases.

We're excited as we have a lineup stacked with talent to warm up the stage for the long-awaited performance.

 has quickly built a global fanbase in dance music hubs like London, New York, Sydney, and Los Angeles. Blending disco and house with a modern twist, he draws from Midwest and New York house influences, catching the attention of artists like 

. He’s performed at venues like Elsewhere, Berlin’s Golden Gate, and Art Basel’s Factory Town closing party, among others.

, a UK-born, New York-based DJ and producer, is celebrated for her turntablist-inspired sets and bass-driven productions, earning praise from outlets like Pitchfork, 

 and Radio 1. Since relocating to New York, she’s held residencies at top venues like LIV (Miami), Hakkasan (Las Vegas), and Marquee (NYC). 

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Known for her dynamic live performances, Kayper has played iconic events including 

Returning to the Roof is none other than Gray Area resident 

, who has played elrow, Femme House stage at Hulaween Music Festival, 

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Another homecoming for a Gray Area show is We're also excited to welcome back 

 and Adam Friedman. Both are emerging talents in the music scene, having opened for artists such as 

As Dusky prepares for their performance at Superior Ingredients, fans can expect a set that not only reflects their deep connection to the roots of dance music but also showcases their ability to evolve and excel within the genre. For those lucky enough to attend, it’s sure to be a night to remember. Join us on the most perfect rooftop in Brooklyn, where the climate-controlled retractable glass roof tucks us underneath a glistening disco ball, overlooking the picturesque skyline of Manhattan. Grab your tickets, and we look forward to seeing you on the dance floor!

Dusky w/ Kayper + Special Guests

Omar+

Hank

Cole Terrazas

Gio Lucca

Sahil Morchi

Jules

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.

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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

tribal 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

moombahton

Ape Drums

afro house

AWEN

Tiffy Vera

Firungi

ASMOT

Ape Drums with Awen [Hybrid]

Nigeria

afrobeats

afropop

nigerian pop

SPINALL

AQUTIE

Love Bonez

Sydni Luv

Donis

SPINALL with AQUTIE

deep disco house

fidget 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: Son of Son First New York Performance

Jackie Hollander

Debut: Jackie Hollander First New York Headline Performance

Switzerland

Deer Jade

Deer Jade Presents I AM YOU

Joezi

Joezi & Guests

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

DJ Holographic

Van Der Laan

Skin

The Room at Superior Ingredients

Detroit Love, Brooklyn Edition by Night

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.

Dusky w/ Kayper + Special Guests

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