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disco house

Kitty Pack

Like Mee

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Tasha

 is coming to New York for his first solo headline show at the glamorous Musica, a venue founded by the legendary hospitality group Cipriani in Manhattan. Following a sold-out rooftop show at Superior Ingredients alongside Terry Todd, Ferreck Dawn, a revered name on the Defected Records roster, will blow away the NYC audience with his signature sound. Joining him are cool support acts Rivka Ruth, LEFTI, and Kitty Pack, ensuring a night filled with dynamic and exciting performances.

Freek Coppens, better known as Ferreck Dawn, boasts over 17 years of experience as a DJ and producer. His masterful creations have found homes on prestigious labels such as Defected, Toolroom, Relief, and Kittball Records, receiving acclaim and support from industry giants including Carl Cox, Luciano, Nic Fanciulli, Maceo Plex, Mark Knight, Green Velvet, Richy Ahmed, and Paco Osuna.

Ferreck Dawn's internationally recognised sound returns to Defected with what he describes as an "atmospheric yet very danceable track." 

The Dutch powerhouse has quickly established himself as modern house authority, performing globally while releasing top tier tracks with renowned vocalists such as Jem Cooke and Izzy Bizu. 

'Better' features vocals from Jena Asciutto, a US vocalist who rose to prominence on national television before signing with leading agency Metatone: "When I first heard Jena's topline I was blown away by it. She has such a great voice and I love the delivery and emotion it has." On creating 'Better' with Ferreck, Jena says that the infectious track "touches on a spectrum of different inspirations. Ranging from self-love and acceptance to setting the standard in a relationship. You can have all of me or nothing at all."

Ferreck Dawn feat. JENA - Better by Defected Records

Ferreck's journey through music has been marked by significant achievements, with hits like "

" enjoying daytime rotation on BBC Radio 1, and "You Are The One" being named Annie Mac's Hottest Record. Tracks such as "Something Else," "Rockin'," "Old Dollars," and "Lord" further showcase his versatility and prowess in production. His debut release on Defected, "In Arms," not only dominated the Ibiza scene in 2018 but also climbed to the #1 spot on Beatport and amassed over 15 million streams on Spotify. Ferreck's recent endeavors include the release of "

" on Defected Records and remixes for artists like David Guetta, Michael Calfan, Martin Jensen, Matoma, and M-22. 

With an illustrious career that continues to flourish, Ferreck Dawn remains at the forefront of the house music scene. His journey through the years has been marked by a series of successful releases and unforgettable performances at some of the world's most prestigious festivals and venues. Now, as we navigate through 2024, Ferreck Dawn stands as a titan in the industry, consistently captivating audiences with his deep, groovy beats and innovative sounds. With his position as a top-selling house artist on Beatport and a roster of fresh tracks ready to dominate dance floors, this year is poised to further cement his legacy in the dance music panorama.

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Ferreck Dawn & Todd Terry - Get On Down by Insomniac Records

Joining the fun is Rivka Ruth, whose alter ego is Becky. She merges her architectural design background with her music, adding a unique dimension to her performances. Not a stranger to the Gray Area dance floor, she spun with us at LP Giobbi's Femme House party a few months ago. Welcome back Rivka! 


RIVKA RUTH live from Superior Ingredients, support for LP Giobbi [FULL SET] by RIVKA RUTH

We're happy to welcome LEFTI to this exciting night! 

LEFTI is the brainchild of Brooklyn-based producer Alex Suarez, who is notably left-handed. After high school in Florida, where he initially pursued culinary arts, Alex ventured into music. He began his career touring as a musician and DJing in Miami's nightlife scene in the early 2000s. Eventually settling in Brooklyn, his career expanded, and by 2013 he became a published songwriter and producer, collaborating with various artists and labels and delving into sync and licensing.

The launch of his project "LEFTI" marked a new phase, producing a steady flow of remixes and originals, with tracks released on leading independent house labels worldwide including Toolroom, Nervous, Freakin 909, and others. He also completed remixes for nearly every major label in America. In 2021, Alex founded Quincy Boy Records, which not only showcases his own music but also hosts a growing community of talented artists.

We Lost - LEFTI Remix

A final touch to this party is Kitty Pack. As prominent members of NYC's dance community, Kitty Pack's sets are always influenced by the crowd. With a wide range of music spanning disco, house, techno, D&B, and bass music, their parties can take any direction. With 15 years of combined performing experience, this duo from New Jersey has developed a unique brand of DJing and music for which they are known.



Join us at Musica NYC on June 1st for an exceptional evening with Ferreck Dawn and guests, where the pulse of house music will resonate through the hearts of all in attendance.

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: Ferreck Dawn First Solo New York Headline w. Guests

United Kingdom

uk house

Sam Divine

Germany

Melanie Ribbe

uk tech house

Late Replies

Branqueeno

Superior Ingredients Roof

Sam Divine w. Melanie Ribbe, Late Replies & More

bass house

Martin Ikin

Robyn Balliet

Spain

spanish techno

Bastian Bux

Madison Park

dance pop

Will Sass

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

Italy

italian tech house

Blackchild

Sante Sansone

HVNLEE

Etienne

Vithz

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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

experimental house

Sofia Kourtesis

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

DuNE

Anish Kumar

BLUE

BLUE: Sofia Kourtesis, Laurence Guy, Lauren Murada

Deeper Purpose

electroclash

indie dance

Rex The Dog

Trace

MISS PIPS

Argentina

Blank Sense

Deeper Purpose w. Rex The Dog & Trace

Moldova

moldovan pop

progressive electro house

trance

Andrew Rayel

big room

4YÛ

PANTÉ

The Room at Superior Ingredients

Curaçao

dutch house

Shermanology

Ecuador

Mr.Diamond

Kitty Amor

multidisciplinary

Eli Fola

breakcore

uk garage

Swami Sound

D'Eaupe New York

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

Melé

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.

Debut: Ferreck Dawn First Solo New York Headline w. Guests

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