IMAN RIZKY was bred on house beats from the early '80s and '90s. His relationship with dance music back then was a transcendental experience every weekend at places like New York City's Red Zone, the Tunnel, Limelight’s Disco 2000, the Sound Factory, and the legendary Twilo. Iman became a promoter for the Tunnel, Limelight, and the Palladium during the club scene era of the late '80s. His immersion in the heyday of club culture in NYC prompted the pursuit of his true life-long passion of DJing. With his extensive knowledge of dance music from both participation and promotion, he was able to cultivate a unique DJ sound to call his own. As the club scene era wound down and the dance music scene went underground in the early 2000s, Iman formed the party production group, Ku-Deta, which put together events stateside as well as internationally. Around the same time, he started his weekly DJ residency at SEA in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, where he continues to play on Fridays and Sundays.
Ku-Deta provided a precursory template for ebb + flow music, an NYC-based production company that Iman Rizky founded with Gavin Stephenson in 2013. The underground parties of ebb + flow music have brought consistent high quality music and an undeniably contagious vibe to the dance music scene. As an ebb + flow resident, Iman's DJ sets are laden with minimal groovy beats layered with melodic sounds that build in a cycle of high peaks and low valleys. He takes the crowd on a thrilling roller coaster ride of music that elevates the mind, moves the body, and satisfies the soul. In the summer of 2014, Iman took ebb + flow to another level with collaboration on music production with Justin Marchacos and Gavin Stephenson. The trio became Second Format and has been producing tracks with driving bass lines and catchy, danceable hooks. Track releases are slated to come out early this year on Cityfox and beyond.
His constant motivation, desire to please and ability to bring people together to enjoy great music have made him one of the most respected and innovative DJs of today’s music scene. He has shared spots alongside world class artists including Bill Patrick, DJ Three, Jamie Jones, Matt Tolfrey, Mark Ashken, Steve Porter, Italoboyz, Derek Plaslaiko, Terry Francis, MyMy, Wof+Lamb, Randall Jones, Alexi Delano, Par Grandivik, Camea, Tim Xavier, Charles FeelGood, Pig & Dan, Luis Diaz, Akiko Kiyama, Patrick Batemen, Pete Bones, Kate Simko, Pier Bucci, Ryan Crosson, Shaun Reeves, Vincent Casanova, Corey Baker, Jon Charnis, Hoj, Luca Bachetti, Mark Slee, Mike Khoury and many more.
Absolutely, Deep, Groovy & Sexy - Iman Rizky has arrived expect the unexpected!
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Ku-Deta provided a precursory template for ebb + flow music, an NYC-based production company that Iman Rizky founded with Gavin Stephenson in 2013. The underground parties of ebb + flow music have brought consistent high quality music and an undeniably contagious vibe to the dance music scene. As an ebb + flow resident, Iman's DJ sets are laden with minimal groovy beats layered with melodic sounds that build in a cycle of high peaks and low valleys. He takes the crowd on a thrilling roller coaster ride of music that elevates the mind, moves the body, and satisfies the soul. In the summer of 2014, Iman took ebb + flow to another level with collaboration on music production with Justin Marchacos and Gavin Stephenson. The trio became Second Format and has been producing tracks with driving bass lines and catchy, danceable hooks. Track releases are slated to come out early this year on Cityfox and beyond.
His constant motivation, desire to please and ability to bring people together to enjoy great music have made him one of the most respected and innovative DJs of today’s music scene. He has shared spots alongside world class artists including Bill Patrick, DJ Three, Jamie Jones, Matt Tolfrey, Mark Ashken, Steve Porter, Italoboyz, Derek Plaslaiko, Terry Francis, MyMy, Wof+Lamb, Randall Jones, Alexi Delano, Par Grandivik, Camea, Tim Xavier, Charles FeelGood, Pig & Dan, Luis Diaz, Akiko Kiyama, Patrick Batemen, Pete Bones, Kate Simko, Pier Bucci, Ryan Crosson, Shaun Reeves, Vincent Casanova, Corey Baker, Jon Charnis, Hoj, Luca Bachetti, Mark Slee, Mike Khoury and many more.
Absolutely, Deep, Groovy & Sexy - Iman Rizky has arrived expect the unexpected!
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I'll be posting more demo's, live set, favorite tracks, party info and other music related information.
CITYFOX 024 - GIANTS EP - available at beatport
UP COMING EVENTS /// New York City
WEEKLY RESIDENCIES ::: 2004 - present
::: FRIDAY ::: 8:30PM - 2AM |
::: SUNDAY ::: 7:30PM - 12AM |
Lets Recap !
2015 Cityfox 024 - GIANTS EP Justin Marchacos + Second Format (available at beatpot)
2014 Second Format was conceived when the friendship and love of dance music of three dynamic artists converged. Justin Marchacos, Gavin Stephenson, and Iman Rizky joined forces in the summer of 2014 to begin producing electronic music together.
2013 Iman and his partner Gavin joined a new venture under ebb + flow - www.ebbandflowmusic.com
2012 Iman and his Ku-Deta Crew started a monthly Saturday night at Viktor & Spoils - The Hotel On Rivington
August 2011 Iman return to Bali and landed at Maria Magdalena in Seminyak for a 7 hrs epic night.
2008 was another busy year for Iman - from traveling across the globe to Bali, Indonesia for his dj set at De-Ja-Vu & Syndicate / Double Six, to Rooftop Sunset parties in NYC, to Rooftop Ultra Lounge in Cancun - Mexico, to Secret Underground Loft Party, to his weekly 6 hrs set at SEA and last but not least to the famous summer boat parties. Iman keeps the vibes going with his cutting edge underground sound. The 2nd Annual Boat series starts with Clink Showcase aboard The Queen of Hearts. This year the party got even messier. Joined by NYC local Favorite promoters ReSolute, Blk Market Membership & Bar 13, they took NYC harbor like a storm featuring artists such as: Alexi Delano (Ad Limited, Plus 8, Clink), Par Grindvik (Stockholm Ltd, Drumcode, Spectral, Clink), Afternoon Coffee Boys - Tony Rohr & Tim Xavier (Clink, Cocoon), Camea (Clink, Klickhouse), Elon (Clink, Dumb Unit), Inside Out (Clink), Connie (ReSolute), Italoboyz (Get Physical, Mothership - London), Derek Plaslaiko (Spectral, Bunker), Pig+Dan (Cocoon, Spain), Three (Hallucination Ltd, Crosstown Rebels), Jamie Jones (Freak N' Chic, Crosstown Rebels), Matt Tolfrey (Leftroom UK) and Marc Ashken (Leftroom UK)
2007, Iman Rizky and his NYC Ku-Deta crew landed at The Hotel on Rivington for their Thursday nite debauchery, hosting to the minimal techno underground community. Summer was a busy season for Iman Rizky and his crew where they host the Boat Cruise Series aboard the Paddle Wheel of Queen. Joined by the world class dj/producer such as: Randall Jones (Tigerhook Corp, Mynt Music, Bedrock, Renaissance), My My (Lee Jones & Nick Höppner) (Playhouse – Berlin), Dj Three (Hallucination Limited), Terry Francis (Wiggle, Fabric - London), Derek Plaslaiko (The Bunker), Dj Spinoza (The Bunker), and the Blk Market Membership crew. From Hotel Party to Secret Loft Party and from Boat Party to After Hours Party, Iman Rizky always keep the momentum going.
Fall 2006, Iman and his Ku-Deta NYC Crew began their weekly residency at OPUS 22 hosting 4 different types of parties: DeepTech, Minimalistik, Electrovibes & Discotek9. Hosting to NYC local talents & special guests such as: AudioFly, Bon Johnson, Steve Porter, Luis Diaz & Tini Tun.
January 2005, Iman return to Asia for his 'HYPNOTIZED' Promo Tour. In Spring - Iman reunited with his partner Sonny H (Los Angeles) to host Ku-Deta Poolside Party @ The Creek Hotel during the 2005 Winter Music Conference.
Fall 2004, Iman started his weekly residency at SEA, Williamsburg - Brooklyn, NYC. Each night he mesmerized thousands of guests with his unique sound. Catch him live every Friday & Sunday.
Spring 2004, Iman went on an eight days journey to the paradise island of Hawaii for his Wicked Liquid Tour. Returning from his Wicked Tour, he started 'Penetrate' - a weekly Thursday night event at Mouton, NYC - featuring local talents. No attitude just plain house music!
Winter 2003 Iman joined Luis Diaz, Steve LeTigre and Vincent Casanova for a weekly events - Taste house musique @ Bauhaus - catering to the industry crowd. Together they storm the city with their classic mix of deep, techy, sexy, intelligent House music hosting to dj's such as: Astro&Glyde, Sean Cusick (Bedrock, SAW Recording), Steve Porter (Bedrock, Fade Records), Pete Bones (Red Ant), Adam Collins, Swamy, John Dill, Magnus (UK) and many more.
August 2003, Iman returned to South East Asia for his "Return To Nature" summer tour. He joined the rank with other international DJ’s to perform in Singapore, Jakarta, Bandung and Bali. Returning from his tour, Iman along with long time partner Anthony set their foot at the legendary Groove Jet, in SOHO, NYC for their 4 months weekly Friday residency - 'house' - supporting the local talents.
Ku-Deta was born in Spring 2003. Started in NYC, then Los Angeles and since then Ku-Deta has grown drastically from nationally to globally. www.ku-deta.com
December 2002, Iman and Anthony started their weekly Wicked Liquid Thursdays at Bauhaus hosting to some talented local DJ’s and well-respected DJ’s such as, Luis Diaz (Twilo and Crowbar) and Steve Porter (Balance Promote and Fade Records).
September 2002, Iman Rizky joined forces with Balance Promote Group roster DJ, Luis Diaz "The Golden Child of Miami", for their 2002 UNIKO TOUR to South East Asia. Together, they rampaged South East Asia with electrifying performances entertaining thousands of club-goers.
Iman’s adamant drive to establish the WICKEDLIQUID name resulted in their first international set playing in Jakarta and Bali, Indonesia 2001.
Around the late 1990s, Iman Rizky and his partner started WICKEDLIQUID. Together, they took the NYC nightlife scene by storm from China Club, Webster Hall, EXIT, Groove Jet, Bauhaus and Centro Fly with Charles Feelsgood (Moonshine Records).
2015 Cityfox 024 - GIANTS EP Justin Marchacos + Second Format (available at beatpot)
2014 Second Format was conceived when the friendship and love of dance music of three dynamic artists converged. Justin Marchacos, Gavin Stephenson, and Iman Rizky joined forces in the summer of 2014 to begin producing electronic music together.
2013 Iman and his partner Gavin joined a new venture under ebb + flow - www.ebbandflowmusic.com
2012 Iman and his Ku-Deta Crew started a monthly Saturday night at Viktor & Spoils - The Hotel On Rivington
August 2011 Iman return to Bali and landed at Maria Magdalena in Seminyak for a 7 hrs epic night.
2008 was another busy year for Iman - from traveling across the globe to Bali, Indonesia for his dj set at De-Ja-Vu & Syndicate / Double Six, to Rooftop Sunset parties in NYC, to Rooftop Ultra Lounge in Cancun - Mexico, to Secret Underground Loft Party, to his weekly 6 hrs set at SEA and last but not least to the famous summer boat parties. Iman keeps the vibes going with his cutting edge underground sound. The 2nd Annual Boat series starts with Clink Showcase aboard The Queen of Hearts. This year the party got even messier. Joined by NYC local Favorite promoters ReSolute, Blk Market Membership & Bar 13, they took NYC harbor like a storm featuring artists such as: Alexi Delano (Ad Limited, Plus 8, Clink), Par Grindvik (Stockholm Ltd, Drumcode, Spectral, Clink), Afternoon Coffee Boys - Tony Rohr & Tim Xavier (Clink, Cocoon), Camea (Clink, Klickhouse), Elon (Clink, Dumb Unit), Inside Out (Clink), Connie (ReSolute), Italoboyz (Get Physical, Mothership - London), Derek Plaslaiko (Spectral, Bunker), Pig+Dan (Cocoon, Spain), Three (Hallucination Ltd, Crosstown Rebels), Jamie Jones (Freak N' Chic, Crosstown Rebels), Matt Tolfrey (Leftroom UK) and Marc Ashken (Leftroom UK)
2007, Iman Rizky and his NYC Ku-Deta crew landed at The Hotel on Rivington for their Thursday nite debauchery, hosting to the minimal techno underground community. Summer was a busy season for Iman Rizky and his crew where they host the Boat Cruise Series aboard the Paddle Wheel of Queen. Joined by the world class dj/producer such as: Randall Jones (Tigerhook Corp, Mynt Music, Bedrock, Renaissance), My My (Lee Jones & Nick Höppner) (Playhouse – Berlin), Dj Three (Hallucination Limited), Terry Francis (Wiggle, Fabric - London), Derek Plaslaiko (The Bunker), Dj Spinoza (The Bunker), and the Blk Market Membership crew. From Hotel Party to Secret Loft Party and from Boat Party to After Hours Party, Iman Rizky always keep the momentum going.
Fall 2006, Iman and his Ku-Deta NYC Crew began their weekly residency at OPUS 22 hosting 4 different types of parties: DeepTech, Minimalistik, Electrovibes & Discotek9. Hosting to NYC local talents & special guests such as: AudioFly, Bon Johnson, Steve Porter, Luis Diaz & Tini Tun.
January 2005, Iman return to Asia for his 'HYPNOTIZED' Promo Tour. In Spring - Iman reunited with his partner Sonny H (Los Angeles) to host Ku-Deta Poolside Party @ The Creek Hotel during the 2005 Winter Music Conference.
Fall 2004, Iman started his weekly residency at SEA, Williamsburg - Brooklyn, NYC. Each night he mesmerized thousands of guests with his unique sound. Catch him live every Friday & Sunday.
Spring 2004, Iman went on an eight days journey to the paradise island of Hawaii for his Wicked Liquid Tour. Returning from his Wicked Tour, he started 'Penetrate' - a weekly Thursday night event at Mouton, NYC - featuring local talents. No attitude just plain house music!
Winter 2003 Iman joined Luis Diaz, Steve LeTigre and Vincent Casanova for a weekly events - Taste house musique @ Bauhaus - catering to the industry crowd. Together they storm the city with their classic mix of deep, techy, sexy, intelligent House music hosting to dj's such as: Astro&Glyde, Sean Cusick (Bedrock, SAW Recording), Steve Porter (Bedrock, Fade Records), Pete Bones (Red Ant), Adam Collins, Swamy, John Dill, Magnus (UK) and many more.
August 2003, Iman returned to South East Asia for his "Return To Nature" summer tour. He joined the rank with other international DJ’s to perform in Singapore, Jakarta, Bandung and Bali. Returning from his tour, Iman along with long time partner Anthony set their foot at the legendary Groove Jet, in SOHO, NYC for their 4 months weekly Friday residency - 'house' - supporting the local talents.
Ku-Deta was born in Spring 2003. Started in NYC, then Los Angeles and since then Ku-Deta has grown drastically from nationally to globally. www.ku-deta.com
December 2002, Iman and Anthony started their weekly Wicked Liquid Thursdays at Bauhaus hosting to some talented local DJ’s and well-respected DJ’s such as, Luis Diaz (Twilo and Crowbar) and Steve Porter (Balance Promote and Fade Records).
September 2002, Iman Rizky joined forces with Balance Promote Group roster DJ, Luis Diaz "The Golden Child of Miami", for their 2002 UNIKO TOUR to South East Asia. Together, they rampaged South East Asia with electrifying performances entertaining thousands of club-goers.
Iman’s adamant drive to establish the WICKEDLIQUID name resulted in their first international set playing in Jakarta and Bali, Indonesia 2001.
Around the late 1990s, Iman Rizky and his partner started WICKEDLIQUID. Together, they took the NYC nightlife scene by storm from China Club, Webster Hall, EXIT, Groove Jet, Bauhaus and Centro Fly with Charles Feelsgood (Moonshine Records).