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DJ Pete Augusta
Sundays 11p

Pete Augusta has sunk his teeth into the roots of Chicago music. Not only is he an accomplished DJ spinning fresh beats in the city that gave birth to House, he produces music independently and professionally with a number of artist across the country. Working under every aspect of nightlife for over a decade he has musical karma from artists nationwide and isn't afraid to spit out underground hits from the DJ booth relentlessly until the masses start to sweat and the walls shed their paint. 

Augusta holds court every Sunday at Cocktail (3359 N Halsted, Chicago), bringing the freshest sounds from across the globe to the ever popular night of Electro House, Dubstep, Nu Disco, and Progressive music. He is also the accomplished Music Director for the venue booking entertainment and scouting for new talent. With the inevitable launch of Augusta’s record label make sure to keep an ear to the floor or you might just miss a groove so deep it cuts through pop charts like a hot razor.     

Each live set he plays is filtered through years of experience in the industry. Performing along side veteran DJ’s of Chicago he has mastered the art of tying together beats with a irresistible knack for perfectly timed jaw dropping club hits. Floor shaking bass heavy Electro House is his craft and its not uncommon to hear original works in the mix, though he doesn't like to advertise. Dancing through the gauntlet of nightlife, there isn't’t a system he can’t punish just enough to keep the sound tech near by.

Pulling the strings behind the decks, there is never a dull moment when Augusta does his damage.

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DJ Freddie Bain
Sundays 5-8p

DJ Freddie Bain is one of Chicago’s premier disc jockeys – A 19-year veteran behind the decks, and holds a respected presence in marketing, and in the nightlife event promotion/music journalism field. During his DJ career, he has spun alongside such luminaries as Frankie Knuckles, Maurice Joshua, Derrick Carter, Susan Morabito, Louie Vega, Keoki, Terry Hunter, Mark Grant, and Ralphi Rosario.

A true pioneer in his own right, he was the very first DJ hired to play and hold a 9-year residency at Red Dog’s Boom Boom Room, a Monday night institution in Chicago. Freddie’s inimitable style helped define what is now known worldwide as the “Boom Boom Room Sound”.

His past club residencies include: Shelter, Neo, Foxy’s, Spy Bar, Spin, Kaboom, and Crobar’s “Glee Club” Sunday night, arguably one of the most successful dance clubs in Chicago’s colorful history. Freddie currently holds his Friday night club/lounge residency at Cocktail.
Without question, whether he’s working his magic on the tables or working his voodoo behind the scenes, Freddie is up to something and it’s good. All good!

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DJ Carla Starla
Saturdays - Rotating Diva Deejays

"I have a lot of energy. So I wanted to bring new life to the age old ideals of Djing. I found a distinct knack for incorporating my live vocals along with my spinning records. It's awesome to be able to do the two things I love most. I believe spinning and singing at the same time provides an essence that is sure to fill any dance floor. It raises the vibration and adds that something extra that always seems to catch people off guard."

Carla has lived in Chicago for over the last 15 years. She is proud of all the hard work she put into her art. " I love House Music and really like playing records that were made right here in Chicago. I give other cities their play. There's just something about Chicago House. It's my desire to bring people together and to uplift their spirits through music. It's what keeps me going. Always moving full speed ahead never slowing down I am currently holding a Wednesday night residency at Cocktail and loving every minute of it."

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DJ Heather Doble
Saturdays - Rotating Diva Deejays

Heather's hypnotic mixes blend elements of deep soulful melodies and tracky Chicago beats. The resulting sound is one that seethes with a hard-edged, beating freneticsm but maintains just the right level of funkiness.

REDUX
Fridays 10p-3a

REDUX is a troublesome duo comprised of DJ CT of U R WE Productions and WYSER of Custom Vibes Chicago. Together they have forged and produced a mean sound; staying true to their roots and reviving a pleasure filled aesthetic like none other. With diverse musical backgrounds including punk, indie, house and so on these crazy kids pack a mean punch that is sure to be a knock out hit every time! Created in early 2010 the duo have blazed through Chicago’s underground scene as well as some of the hottest clubs in the city alongside such fresh talent as SoSoDisco, White Label, Midnight Conspiracy, Dark Wave Disco, Chances Dances and also alongside internationally known artists such as Lady Starlight, Steven Hawley of Codebreaker, Fischerspooner, Peaches and many more. 

With their newest installation of their series of mixes called "The Flight Sessions" they establish themselves as a hot tag team duo with any genre. You can catch them in their monthly residency @ Cocktail in the heart of Boystown as well as frequent guest DJs @ Berlin’s wildly successful weekly party Stardust. 

These DJs stay true to their hometown style while infusing culture and fashion to the DJ and electronic scene by collaborating with some of the hottest promoters and talent around. Keep an eye open, they’ll be at a party near you! 

Sadie Woods
Saturday & Sunday Resident

With a background in visual and performance arts, Sadie has freelanced and worked as curator, event planner, instructor and musician with independent businesses and institutions, including Around the Coyote, Fluxcore, Fusion Dance, Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance, Marwen, Rock for Kids, Shrinkboutique.com, The Silver Room and Translucent Chocolates. She completed the International Curatorial Training Program at Ecole Du Magasin (FR) and continues to freelance as a curator and DJ as half of DJ/Production duo White Label with partner Madrid, who toured as Oprah Winfrey's DJs for the Trip of a Lifetime Mediterranean cruise

Sadie has performed in Dominican Republic, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, Spain, Turkey and throughout the states at venues, such as The Anthenaeum Theater, Armani Exchange, Around the Coyote, Auditorium Theater, Beauty Bar, Centro Abreu (DR), Chicago Theater, Columbia College, Debonair Social Club, DePaul University, The Empty Bottle, The Field Museum, Island Recorders, Juicy Wine Co, Magasin-Centre National d'Art Contemporain (FR), Mark XIII (FR), The Museum of Contemporary Art, Nacional 27, National Museum of Mexican Art, The Palmer House, Sotheby's Auction House, Sonotheque, Sound Bar, Spanish Villa (ES), University of Illinois at Chicago, Victor Hotel, The Virgin Megastore and VerveLife. Sadie has created and implemented curatorial projects and happenings throughout Chicago at venues including AMC River East 21, Around The Coyote Gallery, Galleria Marchetti, Lumen, OhNo!Doom and more. Current DJ residencies include the River East Art Center, restaurant lounge Rodan, Space Academy (KR), SUSHISAMBA Rio supper club, Vertigo Sky Lounge at Dana Hotel and Spa and the Whiskey Sky Lounge at the W Hotel Lakeshore.

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Zita Zie
Saturdays - Rotating Diva Deejays

Zita’s musical journey started at the early age of 7 when she mastered playing classical music on the violin, but never in her wildest dreams did she think she would take her hometown of Chicago by storm as a well respected DJ, producer and online radio personality in adulthood. Born and raised in Hungary, Zita attended a special elementary school dedicated to music where she studied music theory, choir, recorder and playing her violin before eventually moving to the USA at the age of 14 with her parents.

Once in the States, Zita focused solely on the violin during her high school years by playing with local string quartets and various theater productions before being honored to play with the Northbrook Symphony and later the Chamber Music International Music Festival in Prague. At the encouragement of her parents Zita went on to further her formal education by attending North Park University and then later the University of Illinois at Chicago where she obtained an advanced degree to serve as back-up to her passion for a career in music.

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DJ Uncle Milty
Every other Sunday - 8p

As one of the most well know djs in the city of Chicago for along time milty is loved and respected,Along with starting his own label and producing/remixing for others he is someone who is immersed in this business. His dj skills range from spinin underground soulful house music to high energy which showing his versatility as a dj and programming makes him unique too be able to work both crowds. "Its being able to read a room of what they want at the right time" Milty says that makes his sets special. Along with working his music and not just playing songs. "It also helps knowing where your spinning and for what crowd, you don't want to play something people aren't into". Uncle Milty has proven with his love for music, a good crowd,and a desire to have just as much fun as everyone in the room that this dj/producer will be in the spotlight for quite sometime.

Dani Deahl
Saturdays - Rotating Diva Deejays

Dani is sassy, punky and brings the attitude with her rock'n'roll meets electro vibe. Her music epitomizes a raw, hard style of electro that is still accessible to club-goers and her style is just as vibrant and unique; Her signature pink and black hair has become just as much of a calling card as her sound. Beyond the image, Dani is just as known for her personality as she is for her flawless sets, top notch production and working in multiple areas in the dance industry.

Dani began DJing ten years ago and within her first year conquered top Chicago clubs. Realizing she was quickly outgrowing the local scene, the fresh-faced artist quickly hit the road, extensively touring across the globe from Hong Kong to Bolivia while concurrently releasing her first records. Industry heads watched as Dani continually proved her clairvoyance in predicting the next hot thing, leading to "Dani Deahl Presents The Top 10" with the Canary Islands'/England's OasisFM, and a position as House Editor with URB Magazine. "It was unusual, and still is unusual, to see a woman in the industry multi-task on so many levels," says Dani.

 

Dj Aj Dubbz
Saturdays - Rotating Deejays

Hailing from Chicago and behind the decks for over a decade, Mr. Dubbz melds soothing touches of punchy four on four beats that soothe even the most savage of beasts.  Moving across assorted genres of electronic music, from Garage and House to Jackin’ Electro is what makes AJ expressively diverse during his performances.  His special attention to detail brings each track to new life as he seamlessly blends his way in and out of a mix, always loving to drop current and past dancefloor-friendly gems that move and groove the body.  Seductive and sensual with bits of vocals is how he plays for a crowd, up-stirring memories with semi-emotional - leaving the room mystified by pulsing basslines that throb off the walls and floor.  You may have caught a set from AJ on the famed 89.3 WNUR Streatbeat Radio, Zentra Nightclub or Smartbar Chicago.  He has played the Midwest USA making strides to personally innovate the electronic music scene while never missing a beat. Track selections come from labels such as Locked On, Bouq, Prolific, MRP and Solid Bump.  “Support your local DJ’s and love what you do” says AJ, so lend him your ear and experience the sound of the underground.

www.soundcloud.com/ajdubbz
www.mixcloud.com/bassfederation/
www.myspace.com/ajdubbz
www.house-mixes.com/profile/AJ%20Dubbz/

 

Dj Wak
Saturday Resident

DJ Wak hails from Tulsa, Oklahoma (ssh, don't judge her) but the oakies simply couldn't contain her creative juices so she ventured to Chicago where she acquired a B.F.A. from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago focusing in sound, video and performance art. Over the past nine years as a DJ, Wak has concentrated on the relationship between the audience and the music she plays. She has the desire to create a dynamic environment, ever changing the unspoken conversation between the music and the people. DJ Wak wants to make you dance (dance, I say!).

Over the course of her career as a DJ, she has spun as the opening act for artists such as KC and the Sunshine Band, The Pointer Sisters and Sheena Easton. DJ Wak has also spun at such venues as The House of Blues, Hydrate, Coobah, Berlin, Temptations and Spin. But it's here, at Cocktail, where DJ Wak has finally made a home for herself where she can pump her favorite House tracks and let her freak flag fly high!

 

Dj Sean O'hara
Saturday Resident

Never standing still, DJ Sean O'Hara has traveled the globe for more than a decade, spreading his electronic message to the masses. With his driving bass lines and echoing vocals, Sean has created a distinct style and smoothness not found in many artists today. Whether it be in Los Angeles, Miami, Shanghai or South Korea, Sean continues to uplift clubbers worldwide.

Although Sean’s early years were spent traveling all over the world with his parents, England was always considered home, until the early 90's when Sean moved to the United States.

Without wasting anytime after setting foot on US soil, O’Hara made a big impact in the south east states. Sean settled in Florida and established residencies at world renowned Club @ Firestone in Orlando, Parthenon in Tampa and Salvation in Miami.

Blending progressive house, progressive trance and tribal house with a touch of electro house, Sean always takes his audience on an unforgettable journey.

Everyone can see that music is his guiding force when they watch Sean perform. Every beat he puts out consumes him and his audience. He has rocked dance floors from Miami to Los Angeles, hitting every major city in between, and was the guest DJ that ended an era at legendary Motor club in Detroit in the 90’s.

After rocking in the Millennium in Atlanta, and years of touring the States, O’Hara decided to move over to the west coast.

In 2006, Sean accepted a residency at Avalon Hollywood where he would perform until the early hours of the morning, pleasing hundreds of fans weekend after weekend. He was also a resident at the famous Hollywood Canteen Sunday party that attracted hundreds weekly.

In 2007 after his tour in Asia, Sean continued to perform locally and at other major events, but wanted to take some time away from the club scene and get in touch with the producer inside. After spending countless hours in the studio, Sean is ready to rock dance floors once again worldwide.

 

Dj Czboogie
Saturday Resident

Czarina Mirani (aka Czboogie) was originally a professional actress and dancer for most of her life with a serious love affair for House. In 2005 she launched 5 Magazine, North America's only publication dedicated exclusively to underground House music. She has interviewed and worked with almost all of the House community's biggest stars and continues to push for the next generation of talent.

Aside from being the publisher and editor-in-chief, she also does 5 Magazine radio shows, promotes several House events in Chicago and has her own dance company (Fivestarboogie Productions) with dance performances and classes throughout the city. Her House dancing classes have been named by the Chicago Reader as the "best dance class in the city."

She currently has DJ residencies at Smartbar (Chicago's number one club for electronic music), the legendary Boom Boom Room (the longest running House night in the world and renown host to world class DJs), Urban's House, Brighter Days, GottaHaveHouseRadio.com, ChicagoHouseFM.com and RadioChaoz.com. In the beginning of 2011 the The Untouchables DJ crew was formed made up of Farley Jackmaster Funk, Paul Johnson, Gene Hunt, Craig Alexander, Boxx and Czboogie and they have since been burning up dancefloors across Chicago.

 

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