Musical Chairs with Derrick Braxton and DJ Wes
- 7:00 pm - 12:00 am | Saturday February 01, 2025
- The Lobby | Ace Hotel Brooklyn
- Free
Meet Derrick Braxton! Hailing from New Brunswick, NJ, Derrick is a dynamic record producer and composer who’s made waves in the music world. He’s collaborated with big names like Lupe Fiasco, Cassidy, Amerie, Rich Harrison, and Raekwon. Signed with 1st and 15th Entertainment/Atlantic Records, Derrick’s journey began at Hampton University, where his love for music flourished. He got his big break at 19, signing with Swizz Beatz’s Fullsurface/J Records, and later worked with N.E.R.D. under The Neptunes’ imprint. Get ready for an unforgettable night as Derrick Braxton takes over the DJ booth!
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DJ Wes was born and raised in New Brunswick, NJ, Wes grew up surrounded by a diverse array of music, thanks to his music-loving parents. His passion for the deep sounds of House music ignited in high school, inspired by legendary DJs like Tony Humphries and unforgettable nights at Newark’s iconic Club Zanzibar.
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Selection of vinyl from Soldato Books & Records.
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