Pawnshop 4th Anniversary Day 3

Grace Dahl is a Techno DJ and producer from Amsterdam with a mixed heritage of Finnish and Hungarian descent. The Vault Sessions resident plays a refined selection of styles, with a focus on hypnotic yet powerful Techno that showcases dominant percussion and draws inspiration from both old school and hard groove influences. Her deep-rooted love and passion for music can be traced back to her parents, who organised electronic music events in Budapest during the 90s. Influenced by her parents' musically driven upbringing, she ambitiously embarked on her career when she was a mere 18 years young. Fast forward to present day, Grace is currently at the forefront of the thriving scene in The Netherlands and is swiftly accelerating within international circuit. She has been showcasing her craft at various renowned events around Europe with a jam packed 2023 schedule, playing at the likes of Awakenings, Vault Sessions, FUSE, Sziget Festival, RSO, Rotterdam Rave, Soenda Festival, Intercell and By the Creek, among others. It didn’t take her long to take the next step within her career as she head towards her journey into production four years ago, which rapidly led to her track “Vermilion Empire” being released on Amelie Lens’ label, EXHALE in 2020 and her latest tracks being released on Voxnox, Deestricted, IMF and ANTIDOTE. With many more impressive shows and productions on the horizon, combined with her undeniable drive and focus, Grace is well on her way to making her vision become reality.

Rawting, a queer DJ and artist, has emerged from the dancefloors of London and Berlin, solidifying his name as a staple within London and UK techno scene. With an ever-evolving, eclectic sound, he aims to bring a more fun and playful approach to techno. Rawting, a seasoned queer DJ and artist, emerged from the pulsating dancefloors of London and Berlin, where his adolescence was defined by the myriad subgenres, collectives, and parties that shaped his musical journey. With a passion for electronic beats and niche tastes, he has cemented his name as a staple within London's techno scene, gracing prestigious venues like The Cause, Corsica Studios, and Electrowerkz. Venturing further afield, he has made his mark in Manchester's iconic venues such as The White Hotel and The Derby Brewery Arms (DBA), solidifying his reputation as an up-and-coming force to be reckoned with. Rawting's deep connection to the underground has cultivated an ever-evolving, eclectic sound that bears his unmistakable mixing style. Nearly a decade ago, his affinity for DJing started with drum and bass, house, and garage, gradually evolving into the captivating realms of vogue and ballroom and now techno, ghetto, and breaks. Drawing inspiration from diverse subcultures and scenes, he skillfully weaves his vast experiences into his musical explorations, both within the club and through a variety of captivating podcast series and radio shows that he has recorded guest mixes for. At the core of Rawting's sonic universe are bouncy, jacking beats, infused with a distinctive blend of ghetto-tech and percussive-led, groove-focused tracks. His sets emanate an irresistible queer-centric charm, enhanced by cleverly chopped-up vocals, stabs, and recognisable yet repurposed lyrics that have become his signature touch. Uniting his unique track selection and audio narrative, Rawting aspires to inject a sense of fun and playfulness into techno, enriching dancefloors and captivating audiences across the UK and beyond. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community and an advocate of diversity and inclusion, both in his personal and professional life, Rawting's performances are not just musical escapades but powerful, unifying experiences that transcend boundaries. His journey from London's underground to international acclaim has been marked by his dedication to celebrating individuality and embracing queer identities. On and off the dancefloors, Rawting is a charismatic beacon of inspiration, creating spaces where everyone can revel in the transformative power of music. With a wealth of experience, an insatiable thirst for innovation, and an unparalleled commitment to his craft, Rawting is poised to leave an indelible mark on the global techno landscape. As his sonic explorations continue to evolve, audiences can expect an enthralling, unmissable journey, elevating techno to new heights of creativity and playfulness.

Originally from Hawaii & Taiwan, now Brooklyn based DJ/producer Timo Lee. She plays regularly in NYC, the curator of all vinyl sessions at Good Bar & label boss of Chomp! Chomp! Her style is eclectic to keep your finger tapping & head bobbing. Timo Lee emerged her background in Honolulu and Taipei. From early childhood, Timo has kept her ear to the speaker, fingers tapping to the rhythm. A child of the 90’s, she was weaned on rave culture’s pulsing electronic beats. As the 2000’s progressed, her tastes evolved as she embraced underground disco, house, electronica. Timo hosted a weekly three-hour radio show for 8 years on KTUH Honolulu, and played with numerous talented DJs including DJ Harvey, Bonobo, James Murphy, Thomas Bullock, DJ Garth, Tiger and Woods, Daniele Baldelli, Tim Sweeney and more at thirtyninehotel. She was the booker for the club for 6 years and very involved with shaping the local dance scene in Hawaii for the past decade. Timo relocated to Brooklyn NY in 2014, flying back and forth from NYC to Honolulu for her bar, Bevy, a popular nightspot in Kaka’ako. She is spending most of her time here in NYC, playing regularly at Good Room, The Lot Radio and numerous nightclubs in the city. She is a long-standing member in the Brooklyn dance music community and is the curator behind "Wax the Van" - a weekly all vinyl listening session at Good Bar, also label boss of Chomp! Chomp! Records featuring various artists with underground dance music since 2020. This year marks 20 years of Timo’s DJ and music journey, her set is eclectic and diverse with a blend of different genres to keep you finger tapping and head bobbing, like she always says “Music needs to make you feel something within, there is no limitation on how and what you can do with it.”

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