About SHAPES FESTIVAL - Barrage Club party - On Decks Ron Trent, Cinthie, Nickodemus, Turntables on The Hudson live, Lex & Locke

A perennial presence in music since the early 90’s, Ron Trent pulls no punches! Considered to be one of the architects of the Chicago music scene, If there’s one man who knows a thing or two about house music, it’s Ron Trent. He has been at the forefront of the scene for over 30 years and few have had a career as illustrious as Trent has. With a discography that’s longer than most producer’s efforts combined, he isn’t showing any signs of letting up. Few living DJs embody the spirit of Chicago like Ron Trent.

Berlin’s Cinthie has grown to become one of the most revered and respected figures in contemporary electronic music in recent years both in her hometown and across the globe. As if her busy DJ touring schedule wasn’t already enough , Cinthie is also a producer, founder of labels we_r house, 803 Crystal Grooves and its sub-label Collective Cuts, and the Elevate record store owner. Her unique DJ style and the depth of her musical knowledge has gained her recognition across the board from many of the legends she grew up listening to out of Chicago and Detroit, through to many other leading figures in today’s house and techno scene.

New York-based global fusion pioneer, Wonderwheel Records founder and prolific producer Nickodemus has been touring the world as a DJ for over two decades. His sets are a breathtaking montage of cross-continental groove pollinations. A key reference of the New York scene and a pillar of the tropical afro groove movement, Nickodemus is a champion of dance music emanating from all corners all over the world.

When Nickodemus started the Turntables on the Hudson parties in 1998 it was one of the first late night outdoor events in NYC. With the addition of Groove Collective founding member Nappy G on percussion, the party became an adventurous, young, free-spirited community known worldwide for its eclectic musical blend. We can’t wait to see them transform the Barrage garden into a wild NYC party experience!

Lex first grabbed our attention following his brilliant release on B2 Recordings which became a staple vibe setter in Jimpster’s DJ sets and Sofa Sessions streams in 2021. Gaining his deep musical knowledge through his own revered record store Radical Soundz, the Greek DJ and producer has been immersed in dance music for over 20 years and considered one of the key figures in the Athens underground house scene. With releases and remixes on labels such as Leng, Samosa, King Street and Black Riot, Lex is making waves internationally with a unique sound that fuses live elements and expansive arrangements taking influence from masters such as Ron Trent but adding a warm, cosmic glow.

Fellow Greek artist Locke brings his own psychedelic sound garnered from his years playing crazy events taking in South American jungle parties, burning hot African desert raves, the underground clubs of Berlin to the sparkling coastal shores of Baja California. Locke is more than just a DJ. He is a connector, educator and traveller whose soulful music has the crowds chasing the sun as he brings love and celebration to the events he plays.