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DILLON FRANCIS

For the last decade, Dillon Francis has barely stopped moving. Since he first broke out with a series of vivid, vibrant dance tracks, he’s maintained a whirlwind tour schedule, playing festivals and shows across the world. In between making hilarious music videos, designing his own clothing line, and writing a surreal animated TV show, he has, of course, issued a nearly countless number of electrifying cuts. His restlessness has made for otherworldly, overwhelming music and compelling art no matter what medium he’s working in. There are always new worlds to explore. Since rising to prominence as a standout in the colorful moombahton scene of the early 2010s, Francis has made a lot of music, both in collaboration and on his own. He’s made head-spinning dance music, brash rap tracks, and breezy reggaeton, though all his best moments blur together all these worlds and more. Part of the fun of listening to Francis’ music has become that you never know exactly what you’re going to get.The diversity of his catalog has always been a strength—his genre bending hit “Get Low” with DJ Snake was RIAA-certified platinum, “Coming Over” with Kygo [feat. James Hersey] was RIAA-certified gold plus topped the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart, “Sexo” with Residente was RIAA-certified Latin gold, and “Anywhere” [feat. Will Heard] went to #1 on Dance Radio Airplay.

PEKING DUK

Beloved Aussie electronic duo Peking Duk are the guys responsible for giving us those high energy dance floor anthems.

The ARIA award winning pair’s discography is reaching 400 million streams worldwide and has seen them placed in triple j’s Hottest 100 eight years in a row, including #42 in the most recent countdown with “Chemicals”. No matter how high the Duks fly, they’ll always have one foot in the mosh and they are guaranteed to bring some serious fun to UCSA RE:ORI ’22.

AC13

Undoubtedly one of the fastest rising stars in recent years, Drum and Bass producer AC13 is a name that has not left the lips of the community.

STACE CADET

Australian producer, DJ, and vocalist Stace Cadet is creating some of the most tempo-raising dance music in the electronic world right now. Born Stasi Kotaras, the Adelaide-based artist has made a name for himself by creating music that promotes a joyous, euphoric experience.

He celebrates dance music for what it is at its very core – a collision of music and human movement. ‘Energy’ has continued to notch up accolades since its release. It currently boasts over 25 million streams worldwide and an ARIA Platinum certification, ‘Energy’ was then also awarded the No.1 ARIA Club record for 2020. These were just some of the highlights that capped off a stacked 2020 for Stace Cadet. ‘Energy’ was also nominated for an ARIA Award for Best Dance Release. To cap it all off ‘Energy’ landed itself at 21 in triple j’s hottest 100, an incredible feat! Safe to say ‘Energy’ was one of the biggest Australian records last year.

It’s not just Australia who’ve been getting a burst of energy from Stace Cadet. ‘Energy’ has been labeled a ‘Future Anthem’ by BBC Radio 1 with spins from Pete Tong & MistaJam, also hitting #1 on the UK Cool Cuts chart. With the teams at Medium Rare Recordings & Sony behind him Stace Cadet is gearing up for a year of more releases and touring – capitalising on a ground breaking 2020. Houston, no problem here – lets’s dance!

THE UPBEATS

Fuelled by New Zealand's isolation from the rest of the world and its staggering natural beauty, The Upbeats' unique take on 170bpm+ bass music has seen the duo work alongside scene stalwarts such as Ed Rush & Optical, Bad Company, Hive, Gridlock, Bulletproof, TREi, State of Mind and Noisia while releasing tracks across a plethora of the D&B scene's most respected record labels.

DEADBEAT
DEADBEAT is the alter ego and musical concept of creative Shelton Woolright. In its simplest form DEADBEAT is essentially a unique high energy 'Drum DJ' set delivered with conviction, layering live drums over an elliptic mix of hip-hop, Trap, DnB and electronic with a hint of rock. Think 'Girl Talk' meets 'Travis Barker'.

At a closer look DEADBEAT is more involved. This is not just a 'DJ set' this is a visual LIVE experience, a collection of incredible music and samples uniquely mixed together to bring the concert/festival goer a never seen before live experience.

The uniqueness comes by way of high end production, visuals and choreography. A seamless fluid DJ set across electronic genres fusing credible bangers with 60% original music all brought together by a hard hitting, feverish live drum rhythm!

DEADBEAT is an original, inspired live experience. At a time where the market is saturated with stand still DJs DEADBEAT’s full energy, full stage show is one of a kind.

PONZ

A Christchurch based vocalist, DJ and MC, PONZ is making waves in New Zealand Drum and Bass.

Since debuting into the scene with Pirapus on “Fragments” in late 2020, PONZ has been working with drum and bass artists all over New Zealand. Most recently, she has released 'Stay With Me' with REPAIR and Ben Shaw, featuring on UKF.

In the midst of song releases, PONZ got behind the decks for the first time in June 2021, and has since supported international artists Dimension, Camo & Krooked, Mollie Collins, Benny L and more. She has recently also made a name for herself as an MC in the scene. In 2021/2022 she played New Years festivals Rolling Meadows and the electronic Baydreams replacement shows featuring Netsky, Hybrid Minds, Montell2099, Friction, Holy Goof, Koven and more. Her unique combination of live vocals and DJing, as well as her friendly down to earth nature, are taking PONZ from one success to another.

PONZ is only getting started, so look out for big things coming from her in 2022.

PORIS

PORIS has quickly created a name as a highly skilled DJ, and as someone you need to pay attention to. After bursting onto the scene in early 2020, PORIS (real name Paris) has toured nearly non-stop since. She has already graced the stages of Rhythm and Vines, Bay Dreams, Northern Bass, and the majority of the most notorious venues around New Zealand. She has also played support to some of the biggest names in DnB including, Kanine, Netsky, Alix Perez, Hybrid Minds, Andy C and A.M.C. PORIS shows her passion for drum & bass by throwing down energetic sets and flooring audiences in any and every setting.

SUUNE

From the deepest minimal, to the loudest tech, SUUNE showcases a wide, exciting, and energetic range of drum and bass in there sets & mixes. 

Beginning as young 15yr olds from Timaru, to now, SUUNE has been fortunate, and grateful to have DJed on some of the biggest, and smallest stages over the last few years.

The passion for SUUNE doesn’t just stop at the cdjs however, having released their debut EP, and a single at the start of 2021, they have got the ball rolling, production wise also. 

Aiming for perfection, SUUNE has been quieting learning, and grinding on their production skills, to ensure their next releases will make heads turn.

SYRUP

SYRUP combines the musical stylings of two of New Zealand's beloved house music selectors, TETO & SAMMIE.

TETO & SAMMIE discovered their shared love for deep baselines and silky smooth vocals in 2019 and with that, SYRUP was born.

After only a few short months as a duo, SYRUP was invited to perform at some of New Zealand’s top festivals including Hidden Valley, Baseline festival and Rhythm & Vines.

With new original music on the horizon for both TETO & SAMMIE and a summer tour, SYRUP are set to make their mark on the NZ dance music scene this year. 

Catch SAMMIE & TETO aka SYRUP on the George Saturday Night House Party, 7pm Saturdays.

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NO COMPLY

New Zealand rapper/producer duo, NO COMPLY take their music seriously, but themselves, not so much. Their music is bold and considered, yet they infuse a playful and melodic take on the rapidly changing, forever evolving, genre we know and love as hip hop.

ZEISHA

Where electronic music is concerned, Zeisha has already earned her place as a mainstay in New Zealand’s burgeoning industry. Voted best female DJ in the country by DJANEMAG in 2018, 2019 and 2020, the multifaceted talent shows no sign of slowing down.

A DJ, producer, vocalist and songwriter, Zeisha discovered her eclectic sound through her exploration of Drum and Bass, Trap and Dubstep and found herself quickly rising in the ranks in the previously male-dominated scene.

The future looks bright for Zeisha; 2020 saw her complete a successful sold out first headline tour of New Zealand. Also having just completed the summer festival run, she's ready to put on a killer show!!

BLUEPRINT

Known well for his love of Trap and Bass, Blueprint has spent many of his early years supporting names like; Milo & Otis, UZ, Nu:Tone, Ghastly, Medasin & many more. After spending some time producing he soon found a unique sound.

Releasing on various labels; Tribal Trap, IWI Collective, Hybrid Trap & more, with write ups to complement from FUXWITHIT and other blogs alike Blueprint has earnt a solid stronghold with his production. Recently he has been exploring new avenues with his sound, releasing a D&B flip of Major Lazer’s ‘Be Together”. Which gained support from artists both local and abroad. Behind the scenes producing pretty much whatever comes to mind the music on the way is sure to be a work of art. 

After supporting some of the biggest names in bass music and gaining over 700,000 streams on Spotify, Blueprint has grown his sets into a tight clean performance that will inevitably take you on a journey featuring both original and music from the artist he loves.

DAMAGE CONTROL

Canterbury born and raised; Damage Control aka Brookie Thorpe has hit the local scene hard putting in hours behind the decks.

Coming straight out of red light restrictions to debut supporting local Dubstep giants ‘Truth’, closely followed by a support slot for ‘Witters’ and heavyweights ‘State of Mind’ at a sold out hide.

This year is set to be a huge year for Damage Control with many shows yet to be announced.

MAMII

Bradford born “MAMII” claimed her spot in the scene 6 years ago, fresh off the back of a MAINZ certificate of DJing & Electronic Music Production & has been shredding up dance floors around the country ever since. She hails from an extensive background of self-taught guitar, singing & songwriting, and is now an esteemed wahine in the 03 & beyond for multiple genres.

Reminiscent of her sets from Rolling Meadows & RnA as well as  past supports for artists such as Gentlemen’s Club, Bru-C & TroyBoi, MAMII brings the fun to the floor with every beat.

DJ SPINAL

It’s wouldn’t be TOGA without the man, the myth, the legend - DJ SPINAL. This man has been a staple over the past few years, throwing down bangers old and new to keep the students happy. Make sure you get your tickets to see this man in the flesh!

GEO

Coming out of Christchurch, Geo has quickly proven herself as one to keep on your radar.

With lockdown giving her the chance to take mixing to the next level she has since been throwing down gigs, playing support for the likes of Trei, AREA 51 and the ANODnB after party.

Having influences such as Kaz, T>I, Crossy and Disrupta, you know her selection is deep and heavy, while consistently throwing her own flair into every mix. Geo gives a fresh feel to this style every time.

KRAVIS

"No stranger to the Ōtautahi scene, Kravis over the last year has built up a reputable name for herself. A house DJ by trade but no stranger to dabblin’ in the bassier side of life, she knows how to get you two-stepping."

UNLIKE YOU

Inspired by the sounds of Jersey club, heavy trap and dark bass drops, Unlike You ushers in a new wave of production, on-stage energy and performance.

Early original productions such as Void saw him charting in New Zealand as well as being played on both Sable Valley & Brownies and Lemonade livestreams. 2022 saw his first international label release on Shockone’s label - Dark Machine Records, with 03 Bounce landing on Spotify’s editorial playlist  - New dance beats & Beatport’s - Best new Dubstep. While filling in the gaps between original releases, he takes on remixes of popular floor fillers, evident in his Blinding Lights & Want Need Love remixes.

Behind the decks, the U.Y project has seen him on support for international touring heavyweights – JAUZ, Troyboi, 4B, LUUDE, QUIX, Montell2099 & many more. As well as club shows, Unlike You has also hit the road, with sets at Audiology’s Queenstown Mardi Gras & popular New Year’s Eve festival - Rhythm & Alps.

A fresh look and sound based on zero rules, zero boundaries. Refusing to be put under one genre and never compromising on originality and creative artistry.

The era of Unlike You is now.

SEMI COLON

Born seven years ago out of rigorous initiation procedure and a Facebook poll asking for the best name recommendations, Semicolon was once a regular patron at Thirsty Thursdays. After being taken under the wing of the crew at Audiology’s -“The Wall”, he was thrust into the spotlight as a musical curator (read: dj) at the UC O-week Summerstein.  He later went on to win a local dj contest, earning a regular spot at The Wall and at various UC club events. Semicolon is known for servicing a wide range of genres, so rest assured there will be something tasty for everyone to wrap their ear holes around.

SAVVY

Being amongst the music scene as a VJ for 7 years now, with her visuals featuring at the biggest festivals around NZ, Savvy is no stranger to drum and bass. Picking up DJing in 2020, she has stepped out from behind the scenes to take the stage at a number of local shows in Christchurch and Ashburton as well as playing support for Bou in Wanaka.

Her mixes feature a seemless flow of dark and techy rollers with a few cheeky neuro tunes blended in to get the crowd pumping. Expect a vibey set with attitude.

This up and coming female DJ is sure to get you moving on the dancefloor so don’t miss out on the opportunity to see her play.

Check out her latest mix on Soundcloud

SIMBA DJs

SIMBA is UC’s own mixing and bass club. Running gigs, tutorials and open decks, this club does it all! With a diverse crew of top tier local DJs and producers, this crew packs a punch and are not to be missed when they jump on the controls.

Catch them throwing down drum&bass, house and garage on the Ti Kouka stage all night!