MathMan is a critically acclaimed producer and DJ from Dublin. He has been described as one of the most talented producers in the country and one of the key people responsible for pushing street music & culture forward in Ireland.He’s been a champion of breaks, UKG and bass music in Ireland for over 14 years, most notably thru his club nights and his seminal, award nominated radio show ‘Breakonomics’ – which ran on the Irish national broadcasters’ digital station ‘RTE Pulse’ for six years up until 2014.
This summer 2024 he released his debut solo album SK83 The Prequel which has been hugely received with sold out launch parties in Dublin and Cork, radio play across the UK including BBC Radio, 1Extra, Kiss FM and Rinse FM, and support from some of the scene’s biggest DJs including EZ, Kessler, Skream & many more!
DJ Chargesheet and Jordan have been running events and DJing together for the best part of 7 years most notably under the name of Slither, which has become a staple party for Irish dance music lovers over the last few years. They have very different tastes when it comes to dance music but a mutual love for 90s trance and techno. Expect euphoria but most of all expect to dance
Matt Smyth has emerged as one of Dublin’s finest DJs, producers and promoters in recent times. The Counter Culture boss boasts an array of impeccable accolades during his short tenure as part of the Dublin nightlife circuit.
Within an incredibly short span of time, Matt has enjoyed a range of support slots for some of the industries most established DJs such as D.Dan, Tommy Holohan, Gabber Eleganza and CJ Bolland as well as appearances in esteemed venues Index and Cellar, playing for Slither, one of Ireland’s best parties.
Leaning into his productions, Matt displays an eclectic yet eloquent approach to electronic music, as he showcases a vibrant discography which caters towards fast-paced, high-energy-fuelled dance music.
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Emmie is new to the Dublin club scene but has already landed gigs in top Dublin venues including Wigwam, The Cellar, The Sound House and Tengu. She has played support to some top international acts such as D.Dan, Ned Bennett, Vromo, JSPRV35 and local hero Shampain.
Her style consists of hardgroove, techno and hypnotic techno but mainly old school sounds from the 90s to 00s. She takes inspiration from many old school artists, a sound she loves to share with the dancefloor as it creates a nostalgic energy.
Fayeolo only started djing two years ago & instantly fell in love with the older school styles of techno. Her sound hones in on hypnotic groove driven tracks drawing influence from the early 2000’s. She has played key Dublin venues like Wigwam supporting D.dan and D.A.V.E the Drummer, Cellar and Tengu.
JenTen is a Berlin/Dublin-based DJ, has been steadily rising within the Irish techno scene, establishing herself by playing across Dublin at parties like The Midnight Disco, Puzzy Wranglers, The Lounge, and making her festival debut at Otherside. Now dividing her time between Berlin and Dublin, JenTen has been refining her sound, which is rooted in a minimal approach to techno, characterized by careful track selection and long blends that match her minimalistic aesthetic. Her sets, known for their hypnotic focus, delve into deep and disorienting soundscapes with pulsating basslines, blending atmospheric and introspective sections with churning minimal cuts. JenTen’s performances bring an irresistible energy, combining hypnotic techno with groovy beats, energetic bootlegs, and tribal elements, dedicated to the smokier corners of the dancefloor.
Monaco’s dynamic warehouse aesthetic blends production styles from the UK to Detroit techno. Holding down a residency on Rinse FM, the Irish producer / DJ pushes the needle with groove driven rhythms. His releases have garnered support from the likes of Chloè Caillet, Skream, Groove Armada and TSHA. Alongside BBC Radio 1’s Sarah Story and Jaguar propelling the sound across the airwaves and voicing their iconic co-signs. Monaco stays active on the label front with releases on Cocoon Recordings, Southern Fried Records and his latest EP ‘Techno Romance’ landing on Hot Haus Recs earlier this year. Tour dates with Fatboy Slim, Pete Tong and a heavy presence in both London and Paris has began etching Monaco’s stamp swiftly onto the circuit.
Nocturnal Animals have quickly established themselves as one of the hottest Techno gigs in Dublin’s rapidly growing underground scene. After bursting onto the scene in 2022, the charismatic duo of Deni_sova and Seboro has captivated audiences with their infectious energy, selling out numerous headline shows at many of Dublin’s leading clubs and regularly selected to support international top acts such as Charlotte de Witte, Marcel Dettmann, Len Faki, Ben Klock and Maceo Plex. Their unique sound transcends genres from Industrial Techno to raw, hypnotic acid house and elements from Dark Disco or Indie. It’s dark, it’s sexy and unapologetically intense.
Derv is a Dublin based DJ, venue booker / promoter and co-founder / resident of the Dublin collectives Salvaged and Hidden Love.
Derv is a genre fluid dj who aims to achieve versatility in both her mixes and club sets that she plays to crowds. Her mixing style mostly focuses on encapsulating sounds of techno and ghetto-tech. However, you will often hear her wrapping those genres around sounds within the house, electro, trance, groove and oldschool hardcore genres. A Derv set is rarely linear, she wants the crowd to be kept on their toes, having fun and wondering what to expect next.
Derv has made a recognisable name for herself over the last two years consistently playing in venues such as Index and Wigwam supporting artists like Skin On Skin, Armand Van Helden, and Marcel Dettmann and has recently made her Boiler Room debut in Dublin’s RDS. As well as this, she has appeared on multiple Slither and Steel City Dance Discs lineups for festivals and club shows and is set to play the first D8 in the Garden of 2024 alongside Mall Grab, X-Coast and more.
After a breakout year in 2021 with the release of his ‘Wash Away Our Fears’ and ‘Butterfly’ EPs, Pagan has continued crafting his own path as one of Ireland’s most exciting talents. As time passes, the producer continues to hone in on his unique sound – something which takes influence from trance, breakbeat, Eurodance & techno, resulting in an instantly recognisable musical aesthetic which feels fresh and forward-thinking, while also tipping the
cap to the sounds of the late ’90s and early 2000s. While punters have certainly taken notice of the producer’s initial offerings with sold-out shows across the UK and Ireland, some of the industry’s biggest names have also recognised Pagan’s talent in both the studio and the DJ booth. DJ’s like TSHA, Prospa, DJ Heartstring, X-Coast & more are regularly playing Pagan tracks in Club & on Radio, while dance music titans Bicep rewarded the producer last year with a guest mix on their ‘Feel My Bicep’ mixtape series.
In a world awash with tedium, uniformity and a seeming acceptance of bland mediocrity, KVX are the raw, pulsating, and unrelenting antidote. Borne of a desire to push boundaries, transcend genres and ignite audiences, a truly electrifying act has arrived.
Defying labels, shirking stereotypes and ignoring convention through their exhilarating live show, which showcases a magnetic charisma and is reflective of an innovative and avant-garde studio output, KVX showcase an uncompromising creativity and unparalleled presence with their explosive energy set to to seer its way into the consciousness of ravers around the world.
Marcus O’Laoire is a veteran of the Irish club and festival scene. Having sculpted his signature sound and style over hundreds of extended sets in venues ranging from Irish monoliths like district 8, hangar and index, to Bossa Nova Civic Club in New York and Hï Ibiza.
The energy that Marcus brings to a dance floor needs to be experienced to be understood. High energy and euphoric always, with a sound that bounces easily from house to trance to acid and techno, blending the familiar with the certifiably underground and always putting the audience first.
Puzzy Wrangler are a DJ double act known for their love of all things genre bending. Their sets pull from everything from oldskool hard house, junglist break uk bass and baile funk. Since their beginning in 2022 they have hosted sold out shows, joined forces with local collectives, and run a monthly mix series dedicated to showcasing up and coming FLINTA DJs.
The Shed Residents is a collective characterised by their commitment to showcasing an eclectic sound and providing inclusive fun. The group emerged during lockdown, making a name for themselves by hosting outdoor raves across Dublin and Wicklow. Since then, they have become a mainstay of the Dublin club scene.
They have booked shows with industry heavyweights like Daria Kolosova, Dr.Rubinstein, and D.Dan. And always keeping their finger on the pulse of the music scene, they have been early to book shows with emerging artists such as DJ Fuckoff, Faster Horses, and MCR-T.
Furthermore, the group are known for their signature comedic and satire-drenched promotional videos and pride themselves on promoting approachable parties that everyone can enjoy.
Jezebel’s sound is defined by the high-energy punch of UK and Latin soundscapes, blending unapologetically through UK techno, breaks, garage, baile funk, and speed dembow. Showcasing ferociously energetic performances – with crowd reactions to match – she has established herself as one of Dublin’s most exciting emerging artists.