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

United States

Superior Ingredients

Superior Ingredients Roof

Italy

Exploring Yaya's Tamango Records in 5 Tracks

5 East End Dubs Collabs and Remixes You Need to Know

Cuartero

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

Spain

United Kingdom

Late Replies

deep tech house

latin tech house

tech house

uk tech house

czsk viral pop

Misha

On May 18th, Italian minimal tech artist 

 takes over the spectacular Superior Ingredients 

, bringing the sound of his respected Tamango Records to New York for a springtime celebration. Joining him is 

. With spring in full bloom, it's the perfect moment to enjoy the splendor of Brooklyn's premier rooftop club and dance the evening away to the sparkling, percussive sounds that Yaya has famously brought to Ibiza.

Joining Yaya for this special rooftop showcase are some of the most exciting names in music. Rising star 

, originally from Nis, Serbia and now based in Washington, DC, will bring his signature sound to the lineup. With standout releases on Hottrax, Muse, Rawthentic, Tamango, 

, and his own imprint High Class Nasty, MISHA has quickly made a name for himself on the global stage.

Misha - Coco Bongo (MUSE) by Misha (US)

Closing out the party is the one and only Cuartero. A powerhouse in the scene, Cuartero has graced labels like Hot Creations, Desolat, Moon Harbor, and Cuttin’ Headz, and is the founder of his own brand, Sanity, along with the Cuartero Concept. His Sanity parties are known for lineups that feature the likes of

. Cuartero’s reputation for closing out epic nights is unmatched—he's taken the decks at 

, and more. His accolades include Best Newcomer DJ at the DJ Awards in 2015, as well as Best Tech House Artist and Artist of the Year at the Vicious Music Awards.

Also joining the lineup are London-based duo Late Replies, who have been making serious waves in the electronic music scene since 2016. Known for their infectious energy and cutting-edge sets, they’ve performed at iconic venues such as 

 has become essential listening for lovers of stripped-back, groove-heavy house music. With a roster featuring 

, the label consistently delivers irresistible dancefloor cuts embraced by DJs and fans worldwide. For one night only, the distinctive Tamango sound will wow audiences at one of Brooklyn's favorite rooftop venues.

Born in Turin, Italy, with African roots, Yaya grew up surrounded by the rhythms of his father's music—the percussionist and lead singer of the M’bamina ensemble. 

It's been a while since I haven't dropped a mix on my SoundCloud, so here's a recording from my b2b with @ajchristou at @trmnl in Birmingham earlier last year. This party has quickly become one of my favourite appointments in the UK, and each year it keeps getting better and better. Turn up the volume & play it loud!

Yaya B2B AJ Christou - LIVE @ TRMNL, Birmingham (Dec 2024) by Yaya

This deep-rooted musical influence is evident in Yaya's productions and DJ sets, characterized by warm, rolling basslines, intricate drum patterns, and crisp tech-house elements. A longtime member of Loco Dice’s Desolat family, Yaya has meticulously crafted a sound perfect for both intimate underground venues and breezy, open-air rooftops.

100% TAMANGO (FULL CATALOG)

Prepare for an evening filled with hypnotic, body-moving rhythms expertly curated by Yaya and his Tamango label mates. With The Roof’s state-of-the-art sound system, retractable glass ceiling, and panoramic city views, this event is a must-attend for those who crave their house music raw, percussive, and irresistibly groovy.

Tamango New York w. Yaya and Guests

dark disco

Avision

Germany

russian techno

Yulia Niko

Ali Mae

MISS PIPS

Woke Brian

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: Avision x Yulia Niko

bass house

house

Will Clarke

Medina

Adam Meliani

nyc club

QRTR

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

OLAF

Mason Maynard

Quenville

Lee Foss w. Mason Maynard

Brazil

Classmatic

Slugg

latin house

Enzo is Burning

Arianna Danae

kisin

Classmatic w. Enzo Is Burning & Slugg

progressive trance

trance

uplifting trance

Aly & Fila

Aly & Fila [Open-to-Close]

fidget house

Justin Martin

Eskuche

Justin Martin & Friends

stutter house

bad tuner

Gilligan Moss

BLUE

BLUE: bad tuner & Gilligan Moss

Luttrell

Luttrell & Friends

classic progressive house

diva house

tribal house

Deep Dish

Deep Dish & Guests

Portugal

portuguese techno

Hozho

HOZHO & Guests

afrobeats

afrobeat

alté

afropop

afropiano

amapiano

Sarz

The Room at Superior Ingredients

Sarz After Dark

Tamango New York w. Yaya and Guests

Articles