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so happy to be playing for the first time at @everybodyiknowcanbefoundhere this Friday night -- we will roll with the solemnity of the date and consciously celebrate in the spirit of a better tomorrow by @startreeny

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Well well well… this Friday we’re back with a very special guest alongside our monthly residents @markequark & @nikoicon … if you’ve listened to dance music over the last few decades you’d be hard pressed to have not come across the music from @startreeny of Metro Area.

Since he settled in New York City in the late 90s Darshan Jesrani has championed the spacey and soulful sound for which he is now known. His work, which largely revolves around the exploration and promotion of classic production techniques within contemporary dance music has earned him high praise and demonstrates creative potential beyond the narrow boundaries of the genre’s habits. Darshan’s solo outings under his own name on Chit Chat and Imogen Recordings continue his signature vibe, and his seminal Metro Area project (with partner Morgan Geist) has left an indelible mark upon the dance music landscape.

His Startree imprint, produced and distributed by Above Board, recently issued its 4th and 5th releases by new artist North Satellite, mixed by Jesrani himself. North Satellite’s “Core Discord” EP was recently selected for Bandcamp’s monthly “Best Electronic Music” feature. 2025 will see the release of remixes for North Satellite and Escort as well as new, original solo and collaborative music.

Over the past 18 years he has established himself as a touring DJ and musician, having played the likes of Sónar, Panorama Bar, Fabric, Dekmantel, Garden Festival, Rainbow Disco Club, Space and hundreds of others. As a party DJ he is known to freely mix his favorite dance music of the past four decades to joyous effect. taken in KIKU ROOM by @startreeny

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taken in San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur by @startreeny

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https://eugenetambourine.bandcamp.com/album/eugene-tambourine-presents-house-will-eat-itself-re-routes-of-the-lemko-unlimited-orchestra by @startreeny

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10.10 - #UnderTheDiscoBall ft. Darshan Jesrani (Metro Area) 🌐🌐

@startreeny has forged an alliance with his partner Morgan Geist as #MetroArea hat has resulted in some of the most colorful, deep-feeling, melodic, and simplistic-yet-full-sounding dance music of the time that will no doubt translate decades ahead. Avoiding any strict sense of stylistic pigeonhole, Metro Area’s releases pay tribute to the bygone glory days of ‘70s and ‘80s boogie, old-school R&B, disco, and house; all the while keeping this timeless melting pot fresh with a modern edge that has skillfully avoided any trends that have coincided with the duo’s existence. Their unique blend of the synthetic and the organic, with equal passion for both early Detroit techno and Harlem-birthed underground disco (in addition to enthusiasm for Hindi soundtracks and jazz), has cultivated a small but fervent following that spans more than one generation of dance music fans and DJs.

Get tickets via www.zeyzeymiami.com 🎫🎫 by @startreeny

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Say cheese @egozya 🧀 📸

Join us THIS SATURDAY 8/16 for our first Moondog Hifi All Stars Marathon! 16-hours of non-stop tunes provided by some of your favorite Moondog frequent flyers! Whether you’re chilling on the patio or inside, we guarantee you’ll be welcomed by top-tier selects, excellent bites, and flowing vibes to get you through.

Featuring @startreeny @brooklynonwax @selectorseries @elonnyc @chuwee_music @discovery.temecula @egozya @kanze_alex @_sky_society_ and @truce_recordings

Photo credits due to @nickgazin and @aliencomms for capturing the vibes 🙏 taken in Moondog HiFi by @startreeny

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𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙖 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤 𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙘?
@startreeny gives a jam for Los Angeles with a shimmering rework of Moon King’s “Come Around.” Disco with heart. Movement with memory.

DARSHAN JESRANI
Best known as one half of the iconic duo Metro Area, Darshan Jesrani has been a guiding force in redefining disco and house for a new generation. His solo work continues to explore lush arrangements, analog textures, and emotional resonance across dancefloors and airwaves.

Based in Brooklyn, Darshan also runs the label Startree and has remained a steady contributor to New York’s deep dance music culture through DJ sets, remixes, and broadcasts that honor both heritage and evolution.

He joins 𝗪𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔 𝗝𝗮𝗺!!! to support fire recovery efforts in California, with donations going through our partner @electronicgroove to vetted nonprofits, including @altadenaarts, a community organization preserving local culture and uplifting creative voices across the foothills and beyond.

❤️‍🔥 @wegiveajam thanks you for your jam!
❤️‍🔥 Pick your nonprofit. Make your impact. Get the mix.
🔗 Donate through Electronic Groove — link in bio

100% of donations go directly to vetted nonprofits. The 5hr Compilation Mix is a thank-you gift from 50+ artists who gave a jam for Los Angeles. taken in Brooklyn, New York by @startreeny

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listen twice cos it's nice!! now on fm4.orf.at/dance #fm4dance taken in radio FM4 by @startreeny

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We have a little surprise for Bandcamp Day today. It's a 'lost' Metro Area track from 2002 called "We Also Not." Originally appearing on the "More G.D.M." series on Tigersushi, "We Also Not" is the only song Metro Area has released outside of their EPs and album. Hope you'll check it out! Link in bio. taken in New York, New York by @startreeny

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🌞🎹🌞
SUMMERTIME, SUMMERTIME
Oh how we’ve missed you. The weather’s warming up, the sun is out, love is in the air - it’s the perfect time for an outdoor jam!

Join us and a stellar cast of friends this Sunday, June 16th at the @h0l0.nyc yard. It’s an all day affair from 2-10pm, followed by an inside afterparty going well into the am. Secret guests to be revealed the day of. We’ll be taking you to the #PointOfNoReturn

The ITALOMATIC
OUTDOOR PARTY
at H0L0 YARD

Music by:
@andi80s
@facets_music
@rokoneder

Plus:
@andrew.licata
- and -
A SUPER SPECIAL GUEST

Inside Afterparty with:
@startreeny a.k.a.
DARSHAN JESRANI
of the mighty #MetroArea 🦾
+
@_disgonuts
of the righteous @razorntape / @funkyseshwa

Plus: EVEN MORE SPECIAL GUESTS!

H0L0
1090 Wyckoff Avenue
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Daytime: 2-10pm / Nighttime: 10pm-4am
Free Before 3pm w/ RSVP / $20 Afterwards
Subscribe to our Newsletter for Discount Code
Link in Bio 🗝

Last slide: a text convo of @rokoneder trying to get on @lulunocera’s guestlist for a Freestyle concert back in 2016 - no luck! 🙈 #Nocera #LisaLisa taken in H0L0 by @startreeny

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North Satellite - "The Stars are Ours" out on vinyl today!

Juno Records: https://rb.gy/8qs0sr
Rough Trade: https://rb.gy/4eqo80
Phonica: https://rb.gy/qmaupy
Newtone: https://rb.gy/89bjrb
Decks.de: https://rb.gy/dr8pdq taken in Brooklyn, NY by @startreeny

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