🛼 Razor-N-Tape w/ Tortured Soul (Live), musclecars, DJ Spinna, JKriv & Aaron Dae (skate+club)🛼

This is a pre-show skate party for Razor-N-Tape w/ Tortured Soul (Live), musclecars, DJ Spinna, JKriv & Aaron Dae (skate+club). Skating will end at 10pm, but that doesn’t mean the party’s over! Stay to witness the roller rink magically transform into a dance floor & keep the fun going off-wheels.

Razor-N-Tape presents a special event celebrating the release of ‘When You Find Your Love…Hold On,’ a new 12” that marks the 25th Anniversary of the first ever Tortured Soul record.

In collaboration with Xanadu Roller Arts, RNT has assembled a lineup of artists from both original and current releases in a night that connects the dots between the past and present of homegrown NYC club sounds.

Tortured Soul makes a much anticipated Brooklyn return with a full-band LIVE show, blending live instrumentation with the soulful, deep grooves that have made them a global sensation since the early 2000s.

DJs on the night are heavyweight producer and tastemaker DJ Spinna, internationally rising stars musclecars, and renowned house music producer Jon Cutler playing b2b with Razor-N-Tape co-founder Aaron Dae.

Hosted by JKriv & Razor-N-Tape.

We will have special-edition When You Find Your Love… Hold On (25th Anniversary Mixes) 12”s available for sale!

TORTURED SOUL

Originating from Brooklyn, NY, this dynamic ensemble creates an electrifying fusion of dance music that is 100% live, setting them apart from the DJ-driven norm and captivating audiences with their infectious energy.

Fronted by the multi-talented John-Christian Urich, who masterfully handles both drumming and vocals, Tortured Soul draws inspiration from the timeless artistry of Prince, Heatwave, and Kool & The Gang. Their sound is a seamless blend of nostalgic soul and cutting-edge house, evoking the spirit of neo-soul greats like Jamiroquai while embracing the vibrant pulse of modern dance music.

With a career that spans over two decades, Tortured Soul has become a staple in the international music scene, boasting a catalog that has amassed over 35 million streams. Their music resonates deeply with fans across the globe, transcending cultural and generational divides. The band’s relentless touring schedule has seen them perform more than 1,000 shows across continents, from Africa to Europe, Asia to the Americas, making them one of the most sought-after live acts in the dance music world.

Tortured Soul’s innovative approach to house music has led to collaborations with some of the genre’s most respected figures, including Black Coffee, Ralf Gum, Atjazz, Fka Mash, Osunlade, and Quentin Harris. These partnerships have further solidified their reputation as trailblazers in the industry.

Their sound is a rich tapestry of influences, where the warmth of classic soul meets the futuristic edge of nu-disco, creating a musical experience that is both timeless and fresh. Whether performing at intimate venues or headlining major festivals, Tortured Soul delivers a live experience that is unmatched, leaving audiences spellbound and craving more.

Tortured Soul is not just a band; they are a celebration of the universal language of rhythm and melody that speaks to the soul and moves the body. In a world dominated by digital production, Tortured Soul stands as a testament to the power and beauty of live music, continuing to push the boundaries of what house music can be.

musclecars

Native to New York, musclecars is a DJ / Producer duo consisting of Brandon Weems and Craig Handfield. As musicians, they equally share an admiration for the art form. Their desire to blend genres and express their appreciation for music is focused around their community- the end goal is to bring people together. This mission has led them to play some of the biggest clubs in the world, from their residency at Nowadays in New York, to bookings at Panorama Bar in Berlin. They’ve been recognized in publications such as Rolling Stone, Billboard, Mixmag, Vinyl Factory, and most recently their ‘Breaking Through’ feature on Resident Advisor. Through a regular stream of high quality mixes and multiple outstanding releases, they’re constantly turning heads in underground circles.

In 2018 they launched ‘Coloring Lessons’, a party that was aimed to add value to their city’s nightlife culture. While the party and sound is not genre specific, it is heavily focused around house, disco, jazz, and soul, embracing the musical elements of their black and brown ancestors. The monthly party’s intention is to bring New York City’s dance music scene back to what it was during the golden era of NY nightlife, pulling on a lineage of inspirational spaces, such as The Paradise Garage, The Loft, Body and Soul, and 718 Sessions, to name a few. They aim to spread the music and sensibilities that have been influential to them, and share it with a younger generation of their peers.

In 2020 the pair launched the label Coloring Lessons Records. The label, like the party, is intended on building up artists from their city and beyond, with the sound indicative of the Coloring Lessons ethos- which is sharing music created by their peers and inspired by their ancestors of color, and teaching younger generations about the roots of this music.

DJ SPINNA

DJ Spinna is an anomaly. As a world-renowned DJ, producer, remixer, label head, promoter, curator, and influencer– Spinna has crafted his artistic vision since the 1990s. His musical spectrum spans all flavors– from Hip-Hop [as founding member of The Jigmastas], to Soul and R&B [authoring remixes for Stevie Wonder and Mary J. Blige] to Jazz and Funk [reviving productions from Roy Ayers, Donald Byrd, Betty Carter, Al Jarreau, Eddie Kendricks] to Electronic/Dance and Soulful House [transforming Shaun Escoffery’s “Days Like This” into a worldwide dance floor anthem]. His prolific studio work led to his 2002 cult-classic LP, Here To There, released on the iconic BBE label.

DJ Spinna is synonymous with ground-breaking, annual tribute events. Since 2001, “WONDER-Full” has celebrated the Guest of Honor, Stevie Wonder. DJ Spinna’s collaborations with Stevie Wonder include remixes for “My Love Is On Fire” and “Sweetest Somebody.” In October 2012, Spinna performed an opening DJ set for Stevie Wonder’s United Nations Peace Concert. “Soul Slam,” 20-years strong, is the authoritative Michael Jackson vs. Prince party. DJ Spinna joined forces with Spike Lee in celebrating the iconic artists. At Spike Lee’s “BK Loves MJ” outdoor block party, DJ Spinna commemorates Michael Jackson’s birthday in Brooklyn on a yearly basis. In 2001, Motown tapped DJ Spinna for a brilliant remix of Michael Jackson’s “We’re Almost There.”

Spinna’s “Jazzy Soul” events have become a staple for music lovers to experience live DJ and musicianship on a different level, as DJ Spinna uniquely curates stellar performances with jazz artists like harpist Brandee Younger to bassist Christian McBride, and saxophonist Isaiah Collier to name a few.

Spinna has blessed global dance floors across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the United States. He impacted the online streaming arena every week on Apple Music Hits, with DJ Spinna’s “Here To There Radio” featuring two hours of themed selections that showcase his versatile expertise and massive vinyl collection. On Twitch, he has amassed 22,000 followers spinning live, marathon sets and interacting with his chatroom on two shows, DJ Spinna Presents Journey and Galactic Quiet Storm.

DJ Spinna is undoubtedly the master of all genres with over 2300 music credits. Whether spinning the classics or releasing new music, DJ Spinna’s passion, professionalism, prowess, and pure vibes are felt with every note.

JON CUTLER

Owner of Brooklyn-based electronic label, Distant Music, Jon’s displayed his evolving talent with productions such as “You Groove Me”, “Fluttie Pebbles” and others. He’d since teamed up with such dance music luminaries and vocalists as Dj Romain,Scott Wozniak, Michael Watford , Jocelyn Brown, E-Man, Kemdi, Vanessa Freeman and others, creating phenomenal original productions for his own imprint as well as for UK’s MN2S and Papa Records, Chez Music, and 83 West, among others.

In 2001, Jon produced the smash, “It’s Yours”, for Chez Music, which quickly cultivated into a club anthem reaching the #1 spot in DJ Magazine’s Hype Chart, #29 in the overall UK Pop Charts, as well as played by club and radio djs in practically every country on Earth. Since then Jon has been committed to releasing quality house music. His remix credits are a testament to his dedication having recreated works by Kerri Chandler (King Street Sounds), Copyright (Defected Records), Kim English (Nervous Records), Bob Sinclar (Yellow), Tortured Soul (Central Park Recordings), and a ton more, into phenomenal pieces of Dance Music.

In addition he’s had five stellar mixed compilations released on Soulstar, MN2S, Kinky Sweet, Concept Music, and Distant. In between his hectic schedule that involves traveling around the world every weekend to places like M2 Club (South Korea), Stereo Sushi (Belgium), the revered Southport Weekender (UK), El Divino (Ibiza, Spain), Glam (Mauritius), Follies Pigalle (Paris, France), Zouk Fest (Kuala Lampur), and far too many others to mention.

This is a man who truly puts his heart and soul into every production and performance. Celebrating TWENTY plus years in the business, Jon Cutler hopes to maintain the ability to inject his signature soulful flavor into House Music while continuing to inspire the thousands of up and coming producers and DJ’s he’s already influenced throughout the years

AARON DAE

Aaron’s versatility as a DJ, promoter and label owner have kept him at the forefront of underground dance music since 1994. As co-head of Razor-N-Tape, his musical

sensibility has helped shaped the sound of some of the most respected underground disco and deep house to come out of New York City in the past 13 years. Aaron found dance music in the heyday of the 90’s NYC rave & club scene and spent his formative years promoting famed New York Clubs Tunnel, Twilo, Vinyl and Limelight. Throughout the 2000s he made his home in Philadelphia and Chicago, but in 2010 he returned home to NYC where he soon connected with current partner JKriv to form Razor-N-Tape. Over the next 13 years and a catalog over 100 releases deep, RNT has come to define today’s sound of NYC disco and house, boasting an artist roster that includes Danny Krivit, Ron Trent, Don Carlos, Dimitri From Paris, Boo Williams, COEO, Eli Escobar, Dave Lee and many more.

In branching out into the Razor-N-TapeReserve label as well as a 45 series, Dae’s ear-to-the-ground A&R skills have spawned success upon success with each new release and has helped make Razor-N-Tape one of the most respected brands in underground music today. As a DJ, Aaron has shared the bill with dance music luminaries Dimitri From Paris, Kenny Dope, Josh Wink, Questlove, King Britt, Rich Medina, Mark Farina, Derrick L. Carter, Glenn Underground, Ron Trent, Terry Hunter, Prins Thomas, Todd Terry, and many more. He helped develop Philly’s long-running ‘Sundae’ party, as well as staple events of Winter Music Conference such as “Do You Wanna Boogie?” and “Afternoon Delight.” Along with partner JKriv, Dae currently holds down frequent Razor-N-Tape shows at Brooklyn dance destinations Good Room, Public Records & Elsewhere, as well as nights at the illustrious Le Bain on top of the NYC Standard Hotel. Aaron’s career in dance music stretches over 3 decades, and as a DJ his foundation nods to the classic likes of Masters At Work, Todd Terry, Larry Heard, Francois K and Dave Lee, while also embracing the present and looking to the future. The result is an infectious blend of deep house, disco, boogie, funk, and soul.