DELUXE EDITION Presented by Black Girl Loves Vinyl with DJs Kendollaz and Quinnette

An all-night all-vinyl DJ set series and Record Shop Pop-Up presented by Black Girl Love Vinyl.

We’re also excited to add UNWRP to this year’s closing event! Wrap your records in style and shop their luxurious, crafted wrapping paper to enhance your holiday gifts as a perfect opportunity to elevate your gifting experience.

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Founded in 2017 by Ashley L. Fouyolle, UNWRP was born out of her love for art, fashion, and bold designs. What started in Ashley’s Brooklyn apartment has now grown into a luxury gift wrap brand offering high-quality, unique wrapping paper that brings vibrant, artistic flair to any gift.

Black Girls Love Vinyl (BGLV) is a vibrant movement that celebrates the intersection of black culture, music and preserving the art and love of collecting vinyl, with a special focus on empowering Black women and girls. Founded in response to the underrepresentation in the vinyl community, BGLV has grown from a simple picture with Solange’s A Seat at the Table vinyl into a thriving organization. It unites music lovers, collectors and cultural enthusiasts through curated events, educational Collective meetups and music preservation projects.

A signature initiative of BGLV is the DELUXE EDITION, an all-vinyl DJ set series that highlights curated vinyl mixes honoring the legacy of music across various genres. As part of this immersive experience, BGLV will feature the Pop-Up Record Shop, showcasing a specially curated crate of vinyl treasures collected over the years. These rare and iconic albums span genres and eras, offering attendees a unique connection to the stories and histories that have shaped music culture.

The BGLV Pop-Up Record Shop is an exciting addition to the DELUXE EDITION vinyl set series, offering a unique, hands-on experience for attendees. This pop-up will feature a specially curated crate filled with gems collected and treasured over the years, handpicked to represent the rich and diverse history of the culture of music.

Each record in the collection tells its own story, offering rare finds, iconic albums, and timeless tracks that span genres and eras. The pop-up aims to create an interactive space where vinyl enthusiasts can explore, discover, and connect with music that has shaped both culture and identity. By integrating this curated crate into the DELUXE EDITION series, BGLV brings its mission of cultural preservation and musical storytelling to life, blending history with a modern appreciation for vinyl collecting.

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About:

Quinnette, a native of Louisville, Kentucky understood she could make music a life at the age of 14 by collecting records; her journey began growing up in the south where music was cherished by feeling, & was not conformed to any era or time. She is an audio engineer and editor. Shade 45, SwaysUniverse, featured a mix of hers. Adept at spinning vinyl and grooving with Serato: there is no limit to genre, as her unique mixes inspire soulfulness all round.. As an educator, she uses music and technology to empower youth, teaching DJ skills and mentoring young children to encourage their dreams.

Now residing in New York City, Quinnette is a ready proprietor of soulful music. She captains “Soul Purpose”, a series of events showcasing “music with a message and a purpose”, featuring pioneering acts & many beautifully budding artists.  Quinnette has shelled dances like PlentyPpl in London, Donuts are Forever, and has gratefully shared sets with some of her most prominent influences such as DJ Spinna, DJ Rashida & most recently is spinning for Saint Heron / Solange Knowles.

Kendollaz is a New York-bred DJ, producer, and event curator whose journey began 8 years ago at Temple University. Known for her open-format sets that fuse Hip-Hop, R&B, Dancehall, and World music, she brings an unmatched energy to each and every event. Kendollaz is also a resident DJ at Gyalifest and Music Director for Samples N’ Friends®, blending the influence and history of Black music genres into her work. Outside of nightlife, she’s the go-to DJ for renowned brands such as Snipes and Serato. Drawing inspiration from genre-bending artists like Kaytranada, Kendollaz aims to reshape how we experience music, creating connections that transcend the dance floor. 

Founded in 2017 by Ashley L. Fouyolle, UNWRP was born out of her love for art, fashion, and bold designs. What started in Ashley’s Brooklyn apartment has now grown into a luxury gift wrap brand offering high-quality, unique wrapping paper that brings vibrant, artistic flair to any gift.

Black Girls Love Vinyl (BGLV) is a vibrant movement that celebrates the intersection of black culture, music and preserving the art and love of collecting vinyl, with a special focus on empowering Black women and girls. Founded in response to the underrepresentation in the vinyl community, BGLV has grown from a simple picture with Solange’s A Seat at the Table vinyl into a thriving organization. It unites music lovers, collectors and cultural enthusiasts through curated events, educational Collective meetups and music preservation projects.

BGLV’s influence extends through collaborations with notable brands such as Victrola, Audio-Technica, Discogs, and Ace Hotel, as well as partnerships with music labels including Jazz Dispensary, EMPIRE, and Universal Music Group divisions 1824 and Urban Legends. The organization also collaborates with contemporary artists like Rae Khalil, blending modern creativity with a dedication to discovering new music through crate-digging adventures.

A signature initiative of BGLV is the DELUXE EDITION, an all-vinyl DJ set series that highlights curated vinyl mixes honoring the legacy of music across various genres. As part of this immersive experience, BGLV will feature the Pop-Up Record Shop, showcasing a specially curated crate of vinyl treasures collected over the years. These rare and iconic albums span genres and eras, offering attendees a unique connection to the stories and histories that have shaped music culture.

Through events like DELUXE EDITION and the Pop-Up Record Shop, BGLV champions cultural preservation, creating spaces for the community to share their passion for music, explore vinyl collections, and connect deeply with the legacy of music in meaningful ways.