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United States

Musica

A New Era of Manhattan Nightlife: A Look Inside Musica New York

Musica NYC

France

french techno

Saint Velez

, where innovative techno meets the genius of one of today's most acclaimed electronic music artists. We’ve reeled in the wizard for a whole 3 hour set at Manhattan’s midtown hub, Musica, where his sounds will be amplified by the club’s state of the art lighting and sound system. 

Immerse yourself in a night of rhythmic brilliance, where Space 92's fusion of trancey techno, distorted percussion, and acid influences promises to transform Musica into an unforgettable sonic landscape.

From the heart of France to the global stage, Space 92, a.k.a. Mathieu Mourareau, has redefined the boundaries of techno. Melding trancey beats, distorted percussion, and a splash of Acid with a deep, nostalgic undertone, his music is not just heard; it's felt. Space 92's talent is evident in chart-topping tracks like "" and "Mercury (Original Mix)" with HI-LO, which have echoed across continents, captivating the hearts of techno enthusiasts.

HI-LO, Space 92 - Mercury (Original Mix) by Space 92

Mathieu's musical journey, rich with diverse influences, echoes through his innovative tracks. Drawing inspiration from the structured beats of pop, the lyrical depth of folk, and the raw power of hip-hop, he crafts a unique techno sound that transcends traditional genre barriers. His approach has not only captivated a wide audience but also garnered acclaim from techno giants like 

.Space 92's swift ascent is a striking example of talent and innovation transcending the need for constant touring. He has already graced the stages of prestigious festivals like 

, proving his prowess both in the studio and on stage.


Defying the odds, Space 92 rose to unparalleled heights during a global pandemic, proving that true talent knows no bounds. Crowned as the top-selling techno act by Beatport, his meteoric rise is a testament to his exceptional skill and the universal appeal of his music. With collaborations spanning icons like 

, and releases on prestigious labels like 

, his impact on the techno world is undeniable.

We are thrilled to announce the return of techno sensation Shay De Castro, who earlier this year graced the stage with Lilly Palmer on The Roof. Shay, known for her releases on prestigious labels such as Factory 93 and Kraftek, is a familiar face on Gray Area’s dancefloors.

Having toured extensively across the States, Shay recently played at San Diego's newest hotspot, Nova Nightclub, alongside Eli Brown for Factory93. She has also broadened her international appeal, performing at Praerie Festival, and embarking on her debut summer tour in Germany last year.

Memento

Musica, created by visionaries Giuseppe Cipriani and Tito Pinton and formerly known as Ibiza's Club Space of New York, stands as the city’s newest premier entertainment venue. Everyone needs to experience this sensory orbit with Space 92 and Shay De Castro as they take us on a journey from planet earth, to a parallel universe. Although, be warned, you may not want to return.

Dress in black, lace up your dancing shoes, and we will see you on the dance floor techno heads!

Space 92 [3 Hour Set] w. Shay De Castro & Saint Velez

DIØN

Crossbow

Adam Meliani

Medina

The Roof at Superior Ingredients

DIØN with AMMARA

french tech house

organic house

YokoO

Canada

Julian Prince

Destination SXM Festival w. YokoO & Guests

United Kingdom

Omar+

Hank

Cole Terrazas

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.

Debut: Omar+ First New York Performance

detroit techno

minimal techno

outsider house

techno

Carl Craig

DJ Holographic

Van Der Laan

Skin

The Room at Superior Ingredients

Detroit Love, Brooklyn Edition by Night

Dennis Free

deep house

detroit house

electronica

Moodymann

Luke Hess

Detroit Love, Brooklyn Edition by Day

HILLS

latin house

tech house

tribal house

bass house

Crusy

indie dance

WELKER

Slaycey

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

SPINALL with AQUTIE

deep disco house

fidget house

house

Justin Martin

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

BLUE

BLUE: Justin Martin, Laurence Guy, Player Dave

Son of Son

melodic house

Henri Bergmann

Debut: Son of Son First New York Performance

Jackie Hollander

Debut: Jackie Hollander First New York Headline Performance

VNSSA

VNSSA & Guests

Madafreaks New York

Joezi

Joezi & Guests

Mont Rouge

Mont Rouge & Guests

Netherlands

deep groove house

Ferreck Dawn

Ferreck Dawn & Guests

dutch tech house

Prunk

M-High

Prunk with M-High

Superior Ingredients

Pablo Fierro presents WE'RE HERE: Day-Into-Night Marathon

Space 92 [3 Hour Set] w. Shay De Castro & Saint Velez

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