multidisciplinary

Eli Fola

 in New York, delivering a special open-air performance from 4PM–10PM that brings together Afro-centric electronic music, live instrumentation, and forward-thinking club sounds.

Eli Fola is a Nigerian-born, New York–based multidisciplinary sound artist, DJ, producer, and saxophonist known for creating Yoruba Tech Soul, a hybrid style that blends AfroHouse, techno, jazz, and classical elements. His performances combine electronic production with live saxophone, creating a powerful live experience that connects African musical traditions with contemporary dance music.

Over the years, Fola has performed at major cultural events including Burning Man, Art Basel Miami, and global club stages alongside artists such as Black Coffee, Pablo Fierro, and Audiofly. His work has also crossed into the worlds of art and fashion, collaborating with Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys’ No Commission, as well as creative projects connected with brands like Dr. Martens and Chanel.

, a creative studio, label, and event platform launched in 2016 that focuses on Afro-centric electronic music while providing opportunities for underrepresented BIPOC artists. Through events, releases, and collaborations, Tech Afrique has become a growing cultural platform connecting music, art, and community.

This special hybrid live performance at H0L0 Yard showcases Fola’s signature fusion of rhythm, live instrumentation, and electronic production in an outdoor setting designed for music lovers looking for something beyond the typical club show.

For Your Love

Expect an afternoon and evening of AfroHouse, techno grooves, and live musical improvisation from one of the most exciting artists blending electronic music with live performance today.

United States

H0L0 Yard

Eli Fola & Guests

United Kingdom

latin house

tech house

James Poole

House Hats

House Hats with James Poole

Canada

funky tech house

melodic house

progressive house

Simon Doty

Gio Lucca

Simon Doty with Gio Lucca & Erin Page

Italy

Yaya

Tamango New York

Spain

spanish techno

Bastian Bux

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.

Eli Fola & Guests

Lineup