DJ Spinall's Momentous Journey: From Engineer to Afrobeat Stalwart

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afrobeats

afropop

nigerian pop

Ethan Tomas

Sodamola Oluseye Desmond, famously known as SPINALL or TheCAP, is a leading figure in the African music scene. Celebrated for his exquisite Afrobeats and dynamic DJ sets, SPINALL has collaborated with renowned artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Fireboy DML, and DJ Snake, making him a music sensation.

Known for his iconic African cap and one-of-oneperformances, SPINALL blends Afrobeats, Afropop, and electronic music, wowing audiences worldwide. As one of the pioneering African DJs to tour the United States, he has played a significant role in bringing African underground culture to the global stage. His extensive discography under TheCAPMusic showcases his diverse talent and exciting sound.

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SPINALL has graced stages alongside music legends like Jay-Z and Beyoncé at the Grammy Awards Gold Party and has opened for Bruno Mars in Australia. His standout performances at major events like MTV's European Music Awards, One Africa, and Glastonbury festivals highlight his exceptional artistry. Whether performing in the UK, Dubai, South Africa, or Nigeria, Spinall’s shows are marked by their authenticity and unique energy.

 is a dynamic Ghanaian-American DJ and producer based in New York, known for his Afrobeats and Amapiano-infused sets. He has built a thriving community through GINJA, his popular dance party, with nearly 10,000 attendees in NYC and events across the US and Ghana.

ORIGINS (pt. 1)

Ethan's music has been featured on platforms like Vogue, Soulection, and Boiler Room, and his standout performance at Ghana's Afrofuture Music Festival in front of 20,000 fans cemented his rising star status.

Ethan Tomas has just released his debut EP, 

, solidifying his position as a rising star in the African music scene. Known for his Afrobeats and Amapiano-infused sound, 

 features collaborations with artists like Ivy Sole, Bathe, Buman, and Kid Kwesi. The EP follows the success of his viral Amapiano remix of Missy Elliott’s “Work It,” which garnered over 500k plays on SoundCloud and YouTube.

Produced by Ethan Tomas (https://www.instagram.com/ethanxtomas/)
Additional Production by Lokshin League (https://www.instagram.com/lokshinhustlemusic/)

WORK IT - Missy Elliott (Ethan Tomas Amapiano Remix) ft Lokshin League by Ethan Tomas

Closing out is DJ mOma, a Sudanese-born, Queens-raised DJ and music producer, known for his versatile, genre-spanning sets that blend hip-hop, Afrobeats, dancehall, house, and more. His unique ability to seamlessly mix classic jams, rare gems, and modern dance floor hits has earned him DJ residencies in NYC, Miami, and LA, and headlining gigs in major cities worldwide, including London, Paris, Lagos, and Johannesburg.

An official DJ and A&R for J. Cole’s Dreamville label, mOma also co-hosts the popular Everyday People party and has residencies at iconic NYC venues like Le Bain and The Public Hotel.

DJ Mohogany, Brooklyn-born and NYC's first Liberian female DJ, has made a name for herself with high-profile gigs at New York Fashion Week, SummerStage, and internationally at Afrochella and AfroNation in Ghana and Puerto Rico. She has shared the stage with Afrobeats heavyweights like Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, Davido, and Rema, solidifying her presence in the global music scene. 

DJ Mohogany makes her debut on London based radio station No Signal on the Mothaland Show. Catch her 30 minutes in the mix providing nostalgic and throwback tracks to celebrate the growth of Afrobeats in the United States and globally.

No Signal x The Mothaland Show w/ DJ Mohogany: Throwback Afrobeats Mix ft. Fela Kuti, Wizkid + More by DJ Mohogany (@djmohogany)

Beyond music festivals, Mohogany’s talent has caught the attention of major brands like Instagram, Nike, Adidas, and Saks Fifth Avenue, where she continues to expand her influence in both fashion and music.

Musica, located in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood along the Hudson River, is a three-story, 25,000-square-foot venue that was formerly home to Space Ibiza New York and FREQ. Originating from a sister club in Riccione, Italy, Musica offers top-tier production, an excellent sound system, and an enthusiastic crowd of music lovers. Join us for this exciting party, and we will see you on the dance floor!

SPINALL & Guests

United Kingdom

bass house

house

tech house

Martin Ikin

Robyn Balliet

Spain

spanish techno

Bastian Bux

Madison Park

dance pop

Will Sass

Superior Ingredients Roof

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

Italy

italian tech house

Blackchild

Sante Sansone

HVNLEE

Etienne

Vithz

Debut

Debut: ATARASHI NYC w. Blackchild, Sante Sansone + More TBA

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

Germany

experimental house

Sofia Kourtesis

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

DuNE

disco house

Anish Kumar

BLUE

BLUE: Sofia Kourtesis, Laurence Guy, Lauren Murada

uk tech house

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

uk house

Melé

LEFTI

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.

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