How Yaya Turned a Backstage Meeting with Loco Dice into a Career

Yaya

Yaya's Clubbing Days Started at 12

You Can Thank Yaya's Father for His Culturally Rich Sound

Get to Know Yaya With 5 Essential Tracks

Italy

Exploring Yaya's Tamango Records in 5 Tracks

Nate Katz

United States

rally house

stutter house

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SHIFTY

 returns to New York for a special outdoor edition at H0L0 Yard in Ridgewood. Led by Italian artist 

, the label has become one of the most respected names in underground house and minimal. The lineup also features Santa Cruz-based 

Born in Turin with African roots, Yaya grew up immersed in rhythm, guided by his father—lead vocalist and percussionist of the M’bamina ensemble. That early exposure shaped a style that blends Afro-Latin percussion, dubby textures, and sleek tech house. A longtime affiliate of Loco Dice's Desolat, Yaya has become a trusted selector at institutions like DC10, Watergate, and Amnesia Ibiza. His productions have landed on key labels like Cuttin’ Headz, Hottrax, and of course, his own Tamango Records, where he curates some of the finest minimal-leaning grooves in circulation.

On the roster is Nate Katz, a Santa Cruz-based producer whose ear for melody and groove has landed him releases on range., Higher Ground, Space Yacht, INLV, and Rendr.

Ranger Trucco, Nate Katz - Excuse Me by Ranger Trucco

Taking over the Gray Area decks is California duo SHIFTY, made up of Ethan Ramos and Drey Despot. Raised in Huntington Beach, they pull from disco, soul, funk, and jazz, shaping a house sound that feels both classic and current. Their catalog includes releases on House Hats and North of Neptune, with backing from artists like Jamie Jones, MEDUZA, and Marco Carola. With appearances in clubs across the circuit, SHIFTY continue to build momentum with each set.

Tamango has featured releases from genre staples like Cuartero, Rich NxT, Alexis Cabrera, and Manda Moor—further cementing its place among top-tier underground house labels. With Yaya at the controls, expect a masterclass in rolling percussion, hypnotic rhythms, and a groove-first sensibility that’s taken the label global.

100% TAMANGO (FULL CATALOG)

Join us at H0L0 Yard—an open-air, industrial oasis that perfectly complements Tamango’s aesthetic—for a sunlit Saturday session with proper sound, open skies, and an intimate vibe made for heads-down dancing.

H0L0 Yard

Tamango New York

United Kingdom

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James Poole

ANATTA

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House Hats

James Poole with ANATTA, Claudio. & Guests

Canada

funky tech house

melodic house

progressive house

Simon Doty

Gio Lucca

Erin Page

Simon Doty with Gio Lucca & Erin Page

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Eli Fola

Sanvero

Niara Sterling

Eli Fola with Niara Sterling & Guests

Spain

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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.

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