WIP Music presents Francois K (NYC)
Schedule
Sat Mar 14 2026 at 11:00 am to 08:00 pm
UTC+11:00Location
Imperial Hotel, Erskinville | Alexandria, NS
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WIP Music is proud to present, Producer, Remixer, Legendary DJ, Studio owner, Immersive audio pioneer, and AI authority Francois K. A prominent figure in the New York City musicscene since relocating there in 1975. Renowned for his exceptional career as a DJ, remixer and producer, François began his journey in iconic clubs defining the culture of dance music like Studio 54, The Loft, Paradise Garage, Better Days, Zanzibar as well as New York, New York. His expertise in studio editing and mixing led him to an influential A&R role at Prelude Records, shaping the 12” single versions for many of the disco hits of the early 80’s. His tenure there was a key component of the success of artists such as D-Train, Musique, Sharon Redd and The Strikers. During that time, he also remixed some era-defining club smashes like Yazoo "Situation" and Dinosaur L's "Go Bang"
As the owner of Axis Studios, located in Manhattan’s West 54th Street, François collaborated with countless iconic artists such as U2, Mick Jagger, and Ashford & Simpson. His extensive experience also includes working with Depeche Mode on mixing their groundbreaking album ‘Violator’ and contributing to Kraftwerk’s ‘Tour De France’ as well as to their 'Electric Cafe' album and many further remixes. Since he first started working in the studio in 1978, he has amassed well over 1,500 remixing credits composed of a literal who’s who of popular music across many genres from Nina Simone to The Cure, Cesaria Evora, The Smiths, Moloko and Black Uhuru.
In 1996, along with Joaquin 'Joe' Claussell and Danny Krivit he started a weekly Sunday afternoon dance gathering called 'Body&SOUL' and in 2003 his legendary Monday night weekly residency ‘Deep Space NYC’ ran for 17 years at Cielo in New York City and became a key pillar of underground music and a major proponent of the dub aesthetic.
He invented his own method of DJing he describes as ‘Live Stems’ Mixing. Using AI to separate individual elements of classic songs, which allows him to then perform live remix versions using an array of multitrack mixing hardware and signal processing.
His prolific and diverse contributions extend beyond the dance floor, including hosting his monthly ‘World of Echoes’ radio show on Gilles Peterson’s WorldWide FM for over five years.
Beyond NYC’s home ground, he has performed at some of the planet’s best and most celebrated music venues, including Club Yellow and Precious Hall in Japan, Ministry of Sound and Fabric in London, Club Space in Ibiza, Panorama Bar/Berghain in Berlin, Rex Club and La Gaieté Lyrique in Paris, Angels of Love and Neuhm in Napoli, Sankey’s and Warehouse Project in Manchester and many more.
We are beyond thrilled to welcome Francois in Sydney, at the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville. A venue rich in culture and an important part of the dance music fabric which cultivated our Eora/Sydney late nights.
On support will be another legend of our scene Simon Caldwell (Mad Racket), shaker & music player Pip Dalton and WIP Music's Mikekon.
Do not miss this incredible event
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Where is it happening?
Imperial Hotel, Erskinville, 35 Erskineville Rd, Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia, AlexandriaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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