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Hozho

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United States

Superior Ingredients

Superior Ingredients Roof

deadmau5 and Richie Hawtin Among Speakers for Beatport’s Inaugural ReConnect Summit in New York

Russia

Sasha Rome

Portugal

portuguese techno

AXELA

Greenhaven DJs

Robyn Balliet

’s self-proclaimed Melodark genre, as he brings his renowned juxtapositions of serene melodies and somber synths and basslines, to 

Hailing from Portugal, the elusive Joel Monteiro aka Hozho stands as the virtuoso of 

, a genre he's been crafting since 2015, and one that’s blossomed into an artistic movement, resonating with emotional depth and motivational narrative. To Hozho, Melodark isn't just music; it's a lifestyle and a philosophy.

In a realm where individuality is prized, Hozho's distinct sound has garnered global acclaim, drawing listeners into an unforgettable journey through his unique sonic landscape. 

Hozho infuses his productions with mesmerizing vocals and eclectic influences, from classical motifs to breakbeat rhythms, and unlike his peers lost in the labyrinth of extended beats, Hozho finds solace, crafting each track as a standalone odyssey through the enchanted forest of Melodark.

Beyond albums, Hozho's discography brims with EPs, singles, and remixes, each a testament to his unwavering commitment to artistic integrity. 

' epitomizes his artistic prowess, seamlessly blending darker influences from techno, progressive, and even orchestral realms into an unparalleled auditory experience, with most tracks exceeding seven minutes. 

' his debut single of 2022, showcases his unorthodox approach, boasting over 10 million views on YouTube and defying conventional dance music paradigms.

Hozho is an electronic music producer and DJ from Portugal. With millions of streams across multiple platforms, Hozho achieved what few artists can: capture the world’s attention and build a loyal fanbase with his own unique signature sound – Melodark – that takes anyone who listens to him on an unforgettable journey, making him one of the most innovative figures in the electronic music scene.

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While his musical journey has seen him explore a diverse array of sounds, Hozho remains anchored in his Melodark roots. Fueled by passion, motivation, and an undying love for music, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his captivating sonic niche.

Picture the sun going down over New York’s urban skyline, whilst you watch over and get lost in the mesmerizing acoustics of Hozho. Save the date.

HOZHO & Guests

Germany

experimental house

Sofia Kourtesis

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

DuNE

disco house

Anish Kumar

BLUE

BLUE: Sofia Kourtesis, Laurence Guy, Lauren Murada

United Kingdom

tech house

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

bass house

Kyle Walker

AJ Christou

indie soul

Life On Planets

Pinkloud

Kyle Walker w. AJ Christou & Life on Planets

canadian electronic

electro house

electronic trap

fidget house

house

turntablism

A-Trak

uk house

Melé

LEFTI

Alessandra Jamarne

latin house

afro house

tribal house

Amal Nemer

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.

Doubleheader: A-Trak x Melé

Italy

Yaya

Spain

deep tech house

latin tech house

Cuartero

Late Replies

czsk viral pop

Misha

Tamango New York w. Yaya and Guests

dark disco

Avision

russian techno

Yulia Niko

Ali Mae

Woke Brian

Doubleheader: Avision x Yulia Niko

Will Clarke

Will Clarke [Extended Set]

Israel

israeli techno

organic house

Guy Mantzur

progressive house

melodic house

Eli Nissan

Simon Vuarambon

Tamir Regev

Nadav Vee

Moments New York w. Guy Mantzur, Eli Nissan & More

DJ HEARTSTRING

DJ HEARTSTRING & Friends

deep disco house

Lee Foss

Lee Foss & Special Guests

Brazil

Classmatic

Classmatic & Friends

progressive trance

trance

uplifting trance

Aly & Fila

Aly & Fila [Open-to-Close]

classic progressive house

diva house

Deep Dish

Deep Dish & Guests

AYYBO

WELKER

stixx

The Room at Superior Ingredients

AYYBO Night Show w. WELKER & stixx

Moldova

moldovan pop

progressive electro house

Andrew Rayel

big room

4YÛ

PANTÉ

Tensteps

Curaçao

dutch house

Shermanology

Ecuador

Mr.Diamond

Kitty Amor

multidisciplinary

Eli Fola

breakcore

uk garage

Swami Sound

D'Eaupe

D'Eaupe New York

HOZHO & Guests

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