Sep

01

James Kelly

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Genre – Funk/Soul/Disco/Jazz/
Old School Hip-Hop/Reggae

James Kelly is a DJ, composer and educator whose sound is rooted in reggae, dub and sound-system culture, seamlessly weaving together house, minimal and underground electronic music. Known for his deep, groove-led sets and experimental approach to vinyl, he brings a distinctive perspective shaped by years of performance, research and musical exploration.

Alongside touring across the UK and the UAE, James has curated exhibitions and composed original works that push the boundaries of sound and turntablism. He is currently Senior Lecturer in Audio at SAE Dubai and teaches DJing and turntablism at Berklee Abu Dhabi.

Sep

02

Venus

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Genre –  Funk/Soul/Hip-Hop

Born and raised in Hastings (UK), DJ Venus found her passion for music early, spinning at London house parties by age 16. Inspired by legends like Eric B & Rakim, Soul II Soul, Prince, and Sade, she honed her craft on London’s underground radio circuit before stepping into the club scene.

Her breakthrough came in 2006 with a seven-month residency at Zinc Dubai, performing alongside icons such as Norman Jay, Ministry of Sound, and Hed Kandi. Venus quickly became one of Dubai’s most recognized female DJs, holding down a 12-year residency at the legendary Barasti Beach and gracing the decks of venues like Zuma, Sho Cho, Bussola, Siddharta Lounge, and Sofitel Downtown.

Over the years, Venus has performed worldwide — from Ibiza, Amsterdam, Sri Lanka, and Austria to New Delhi, Cape Town, and Kuala Lumpur. She’s appeared at international hotspots like Ministry of Sound, Koko (London), and Paradise Lost (Ibiza), while also playing Burning Man (NL) and multiple F1 events.

Sep

03

Samad

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With roots in the vibrant nightlife of Paris—spinning at iconic venues like La Cantine du Faubourg, Miss Kô, and La Mezzanine de l’Alcazar—Samad Idash has made a name for himself as a true creator of ambience. Known for his refined, eclectic sound and deep love of music, Samad brings an unmistakable energy to every set.

A passionate crate digger, Samad owns a massive and rare vinyl collection built over years and years of dedicated digging and collecting. This treasure trove of hard-to-find records is a true reflection of his musical depth and curatorial finesse.

APARTAMENTO MAGAZINE

#29 spring/summer 2022

APARTAMENTO MAGAZINE

#29 spring/summer 2022