Swallowed Open Decks

We’re back @moodring with the talented techno DJ & designer, actuator as our guest host. After meeting through @se_dj_school, one of the things we connected over (at the historic reopening of Paragon with Kevin Saunderson playing), was how important it is to consider all of what we’re a part of not only a cultural renaissance but a political one. One where we gather not just for the hype of playing, but to connect with each other for deeper solidary work together. That’s why we’re excited to have @culturalsolidarity joining us. Cultural solidarity is a mutual aid & generative community hub for cultural workers in the imperial core. The group works to spread information about how cultural movements are a core part of nightlife history, and how art spaces can be catalysts for change. Cultural Solidarity supports cultural workers facing repression and/or financial hardship due to their solidarity work and resistance for Palestine or other oppressed groups. We put on this free event by accepting a percentage of bar sales. We’ll be donating 50% of proceeds to @culturalsolidarity, and encourage you to donate to a Palestine-focused fundraiser of your choosing (we will provide some examples shortly!). Come with your crew, a friend, a date—or come solo and meet some people. All levels are welcome! Just bring a USB, a pair of headphones, and whatever sounds you've been playing with lately, and connect with fellow local selectors and music lovers. LOGISTICS ~ Sign up with one of your hosts upon arrival ~ 6pm - 8pm: first come first serve, 30 min slots ~ 8pm - 12am: raffle, 20 min slots ~ 2x tickets for FLINTA* DJs ~ raffle is generally drawn at the top of every hour for the next hour (ex. At 7pm for 8:00, 8:20 & 8:40) FLINTA* stands for “Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Nonbinary, Trans, Agender, and * for other gender nonconforming people.” You can tell me to sign you up for 2x tickets if this term describes you! EQUIPMENT Bring your own USB & headphones. Mood Ring has a Pioneer DJM-900NXS2 mixer, 2 Pioneer 2000NXS2, 1 Pioneer XDJ-1000MK2 PHOTOS AND RECORDING We are trying out different recording methods all the time and allowing photographers, videographers, and content creators practice as a part of this space. Please let us know if you'd rather not be photographed or recorded. We will do our best to distribute content to the DJs who have played. We ask that you please tag us where you can and credit your photographers. Flyer by Cindy Echevarria (@cinderblkk)