Studio 53 ft: Devlinside, Wookie, Logik, Ya Russ!

Friday November 7th

9pm-2am

The Downbeat Presents:

Studio 53

Ft:

Logyk

Devlinside

Wookie

Ya Russ!

Welcome to Studio 53!
Slip past the rope and flirt with the underground. Sequins and satin meet dirty tech-house grooves, and those deep, melodic rhythms that keep you out way past your bedtime.

Dress like you’re ready for trouble—glitter, glam, or whatever makes you feel a little dangerous. The dance floor’s calling, the mirror ball’s spinning, and the vibe? Just a bit too good to be legal.

Happy 53rd, Wookie—let’s misbehave under the lights.

Devlinside

https://www.instagram.com/d3vlinside

https://soundcloud.com/devlinside

“You can teach someone how to mix, but you can’t teach them how to be a DJ.”

In an era of pre-recorded sets and prima donnas who are more in love with the spotlight than they are the music, it’s words like these that solidify Ian’s reputation as a premier house DJ. A rōnin who’s traded swords for turntables, Ian’s been a veteran of the U.K. music scene since 1989. From Spain to Holland, from Hawaii and beyond, Ian’s sought-after skills have landed him gigs in cities around the world. And now as a resident of Victoria, B.C., Ian brings his hard-hitting beats to venues across Canada. One simple rule guides him and the party-goers in attendance: if you come out soaking wet, then you know you had a good night.
Music has always been in Ian’s blood. A classic rock father and a pianist mother ignited the flame that he carries with him today, a pedigree that his daughters now share. For Ian, music isn’t something for your ears to enjoy; it’s a way of life—something that you live and breathe. As Ian states, “I can’t relate to people who say, ‘I used to be a DJ.’”
For more than 20 years, Ian has been revitalizing dance floors. Along with his own label (Keep Warm Recordings) and shows around the world, his decisive passion for the industry shows no sign of slowing down. What keeps him invigorated is that rapport with the crowd. Whether a state-of-the-art venue or a 300-person room, everything hinges on that connection.
“Get them up there and keep them up there. At the end of the day, it’s entertainment and not education; if people aren’t dancing then you’re not doing your job.”—Ian Devlin

Logik

https://www.facebook.com/jeff.kotyk/

https://soundcloud.com/jeff-logik

A Victoria original, Logik has been DJing parties and clubs across the island since 1998! Known for his stalwart mixing and groove-laden track selection, his sets purvey a vibrant mix of Nu Disco, Funky House, and soulful beats. Always one to keep the dance floor on their toes, he is known for digging the crates to find rare gems, inspired originals, and fun remixes. Blending the old with the new, Logik’s sets take listeners on a fun-filled journey through the ages of dance music every time he steps behind the decks!

Wookie:

https://www.instagram.com/shawnvinesen/

https://soundcloud.com/wookie-bubble-toes

Born in Montreal and now based in Victoria, BC, Wookie has been stirring up late-night dance floors since the late ’90s. His sets are a dirty, punchy mix of house and techno — the kind of grooves that sneak under your skin and keep you moving long after you planned to pack it in and call it a night. Turning 53 this year, he’s celebrating in true Studio 53 style: low lights, sick beats, and just the right amount of after-hours mischief!

Ya Russ!

https://soundcloud.com/russ-fraser-121220844/ya-russ-with-sound-effects

Russ has been an integral part of the dance music scene in Victoria since 2000. Whether working at parties, behind the scenes, or on the dance floor, Russ has been a significant and familiar character. He now brings his unique and playful blend of funky disco house and old-school mash-ups to Victoria audiences. Brace yourself for a fun-filled night.

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