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The Roster

Artists

The DJs and producers shaping the sound of Costa — from deep house to ambient explorations.

BLK Lab

BLK Lab

BLK LAB (John Labrador) is a Filipino-American, New Jersey raised, Seattle based DJ. With a deep love for house and dance, he's quickly emerging as a leading figure in Seattle's house scene. He first entered the scene in 2019 as a music journalist. Through his partnership with Robert Reyes, he co-runs the weekly Thursday house party Part-Timers and shares a residency at Vice. He's a weekly resident for Seattle's C89.5 as part of the Drive at Five, taking you home every Thursday. BLK Lab has handed the decks off to Meduza, Laidback Luke, Enamour, CRI, Notre Dame, Simon Doty, and Catching Flies. He has also played opening slots for Marsh, Ilan Bluestone, and Polar Inc. His sound leans to have grit and power, yet maintains the balance of playfulness and moments of introspection.

Bgeezy

Bgeezy

Bgeezy is a part time-human & full-time 'DJ' from Seattle who usually has a mullet & enjoys DJing barefoot whenever possible. Sometimes known as Mr. Yukk, the extensive (but by no means comprehensive) list of better-known artists who were somehow bamboozled into letting him open for them includes: Rufus, Troyboi, ZHU, Tom & Collins, Cristoph, Yotto, Kaytranada, A-Trak, Snoop Dogg, Duke Dumont, Eli & Fur, Baauer, Jody Wisternoff, T-Pain, Le Youth, Craze, Destructo & Pete Tong. The following festivals have also expressed remorse at allowing him to play: APOG, Bumbershoot, Decibel, Paradiso & Capitol Hill Block Party. A cofounder of Noches Lucidas, he's also marginally contributed to other forgettable projects like the Wanga Stage at APOG, Trashed, Kingdom, Madness & Side Effects. From Salem, Oregon.

Brayner

Brayner

Born in Santo Domingo, Ecuador, Brayner discovered his passion for DJing in 2018, inspired by his father and a love for entertainment. In 2021, he moved to Seattle, USA, launching his DJ career. His style fuses tropical and urban sounds with house music, always maintaining a strong Latin essence. Now a leading Latino DJ in Seattle, he has built a solid reputation, performing in the city's top venues.

Costas

Costas

Originally from Ukraine and now rooted in Seattle, Kostya brings a deep love of melodic house, indie dance, and melodic techno to the decks. His path into DJing was sparked by adventure and a deep connection to electronic music — the kind of moments where music, place, and people all align. Beyond DJing, he's also a community builder through the Another Seattle collective, helping create spaces for local artists to share their sound and bring people together around the music we love.

DJ Tropicana

DJ Tropicana

Born in the humid haze of coastal Colombia and raised between Medellín and Miami, DJ Tropicana fuses Afro-Latin percussion with deep, hypnotic house grooves. After a decade spinning at underground warehouses across South America, she relocated to the Pacific Northwest in 2022, bringing her signature blend of organic textures and four-on-the-floor drive to the Seattle scene. Her sets are journeys — starting low and slow with dubbed-out cumbia edits, building through tribal tech-house, and cresting into euphoric peak-time moments laced with live congas and kalimba loops. Off the decks, she produces under the alias Selva Sagrada and runs a monthly radio show on Rinse FM.

David Ardila

David Ardila

Originally from Venezuela, David Ardila has become a defining presence in Seattle's electronic music scene. A regular at the city's top venues, he has performed at iconic locations like the Showbox, Monkey Loft, and Q Nightclub, and shared the stage with artists such as Mau P, Eric Prydz, Gene Farris, Yotto, Guy J and Eli & Fur. His performances have also included appearances at Insomniac and Anjunadeep events. With a sound that's edgy and groovy, David bridges the gap between house and techno effortlessly, shifting from deep hypnotic rhythms to high-energy club moments. David has released on multiple international labels and continues to refine his craft, drawing from his studies at Toolroom and Point Blank Music Academy.

Doza

Doza

Vibrant, magnetic, and making serious waves in Seattle — Yarenni is the kind of selector who turns every set into a full-body, full-heart experience. As an open-format DJ, she blends genres, tempos, and eras like chapters of her own story, and you feel that personal connection on the dance floor. From smooth R&B moments to high-energy Latin heat to deep, groovy house — her sets are all about giving people space to let go, move, reminisce, and connect through music. She's been doing just that across the city and beyond — from Sazon and Capitol Hill Block Party to Mexico City, and even opening for Karol G. From Arandas, Mexico.

Eddel

Eddel

Edgard is one of those rare people who makes a room feel warmer the moment he walks in. Kind, welcoming, and deeply community-minded, he never hesitates to lend a hand or bring people together. His energy is beautifully empathetic and genuinely contagious — the kind that makes everyone feel seen and included. Paired with his impeccable taste in music and natural talent behind the decks (and on the drums!), Edgard is a truly charismatic performer who plays with both intention and heart. From Caracas, Venezuela.

Fouad Masoud

Fouad Masoud

A long-time fixture of the Seattle scene and one of the coolest cats around. When he's not too busy curating immaculate events with @nocheslucidas, being a boss in big tech, or making the pack roar with laughter — he can occasionally be spotted dancin behind the decks, bumpin bangers and delivering wild wiggles to some lucky listeners. From Damascus, Syria.

Jaogaz

Jaogaz

Juan is a creative force you'll recognize instantly — either with a camera in hand capturing moments on the dancefloor or behind the decks, moving the room — always with a smile. His love for sound and experience creation runs deep. Hard-working, curious, and always evolving, Jaogaz blends hypnotic grooves with emotional lifts that feel perfect for losing track of time on the dance floor. His sets strike that sweet spot between depth and playfulness — music you can feel, move to, and stay present with. From Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Jono

Jono

Straight from South Africa to Seattle's rooftops and underground afters — Jono quickly carved out his spot in the city with smooth & sexy deep house, sun-soaked soulful funk, and an unbothered swagger behind the decks. Expect tasteful grooves, global flavor, & the kind of set you'll wish you could replay again & again.

Julie Herrera

Julie Herrera

Seattle-based DJ Julie Herrera has been a force in the underground dance music scene since 1996. Influenced by a deep love for soul, disco, R&B, and new wave, she brings nearly three decades of experience behind the decks. A trailblazer with roots in the Hitgirl Collective and HotBox, Julie continues to light up dance floors as a resident with Flammable, The Dusty Booty Ranch, and one half of WonderTwinz. Her sets blend house, techno, disco, Latin, and global electronica — delivering a soulful, electrifying journey every time!

Manwell

Manwell

Manwell is a DJ from the East Coast of South Florida, now planting roots in Seattle. With a passion for dance, soul, and funk music — he began his DJ journey to share his love for these genres with the world. Delving deeper into the world of dance music, he discovered a profound connection with Deep House, Tech House, UK Garage, and Techno. Drawing inspiration from the sounds of the early 90s to mid 2000s Chicago, New York, and Detroit house and techno scene, as well as the current minimal deep tech European scene, he began crafting his own unique sound.

SKA

SKA

Sandra, known as SKA, moved to the US from Poland in 2022, bringing her energy and passion to Seattle's club scene. The name SKA comes from a few letters of her last name — a nod to her Polish roots. She plays house, DnB, and techno across Seattle's bars, clubs, and festivals, always making sure everyone has fun and no one leaves the dancefloor standing still.

Samaha

Samaha

Samaha is a Lebanese electronic music producer and DJ based in the picturesque Pacific Northwest city of Seattle, Washington. Currently working within the electronic veins of dance music, he is not limited by genre, and allows his personal experiences and a genuine love for exploration fuel his craft. Samaha's signature sound is characterized by infectious drum beats, fluffy synths, and intriguing samples, leaving his listeners always eager for more.

Sean Swan

Sean Swan

Seattle-based DJ and producer Sean Swan glides between minimal grooves, deep house textures, and gritty G-house rhythms — delivering sets that pulse with precision and underground energy. What started from a wakeboarding accident recovery on Lake Washington turned into a rapid rise, with releases on labels like Merodi Records, Tiger Records, and RH2, and support slots at Insomniac events. His sound is built for the heads and the heartbeat.

Simone BG

Simone BG

Over the last few years, Simone BG has made some serious waves in the Seattle music scene. Drawn to the deeper side of house and techno, Simone is known for her dark, moody energy woven seamlessly with haunting, ethereal melodies. She joined the Studio 4/4 family in 2021 as one of their newest residents and has played for many local events including Habitat, Flammable, Lost, Uniting Souls, Shameless, Noise Complaint, Viva, Caravan, and Depth. Simone has had the pleasure of supporting many international headliners, including Green Velvet, Andrew Bayer, Pleasurekraft, Hot Since 82, Layton Giordani, Mihai Popoviciu, Ian Pooley, Frankey & Sandrino, and Franky Wah. She also opened Seattle's first Day Trip Festival in 2022 and kicked off the 50th anniversary of Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival alongside artists including Fatboy Slim, Maya Jane Coles, ZHU, and A-Trak. Born and raised on Capitol Hill, Simone's love for Seattle is matched only by her love of dance music, and she is dedicated to bringing the two together in new and exciting ways.

Soraya

Soraya

Soraya is an Iranian-American DJ/producer from Seattle. She first fell in love with house music on a family wedding dancefloor when she was ten years old. On the floor, Soraya blends minimal, deep house, techno, breaks, UKG, and more. As for her selections, she is inspired by the eclectic sounds of jazz, french touch, and 90s hip hop. Soraya hosts a monthly residency called Simmer at Otherworld Wine with her friend @alexiafite. Her mission is simple — to bring sexy grooves and feelings of love and happiness to the dancefloor.

Suz

Suz

DJ Suz is a Seattle-born, Portland-based selector known for crafting dynamic sets that shift from silky to savage. With an intuitive flow — Suz blends rhythm, energy, and emotion. She's supported artists like Marsh, Sultan + Shepard, Nora En Pure, Nox Von, Enamour, Nicky Elisabeth, Wenzday, Third Culture, and shared standout performances at APOG 5 & 6 and other events across the PNW. Her sets are packed with equal parts "feels" and "fierce."

Tony H

Tony H

Whether commanding the room with a grin and a tequila shot balanced on his head, or quietly building a label, mentoring artists, and deepening the roots of the scene — Tony does it all without skipping a beat. A pillar in the 206 and far beyond, his blend of humility, talent, and relentless energy raises the bar for what it means to be a DJ, a producer, and a community leader. From Panama City, Panama.

VK

VK

Seattle, Washington born and raised DJ and producer who has carved his lane in the underground. VK blends house, rap, and West Coast influences into gritty, bass-driven rhythms. Known for raw selections and fearless genre-pushing behind the decks, his sound hits hard and keeps the room locked in.

Vanni Language

Vanni Language

Jhovany is an artist whose sound carries both history and heart. Born in Amsterdam and shaped by his Dominican and Curacaoan roots, his music is a rich fusion of Afro House and Caribbean rhythms that instantly transports you. With each set, Vanni brings warmth, soul, and intention to the dance floor — expanding Seattle's global dance music landscape while staying deeply connected to culture and community.

Veta Vitali

Veta Vitali

Through the percussive, provocative wiggles of the Vetaverse, Vladivostok-born, Seattle-raised Elizaveta has carved out her own corner of Seattle's nightlife — rooted in connection, curiosity, and care for the community. After more than a decade in club/festival artist relations and photography as @vetavisuals, she stepped behind the decks as DJ Veta Vitali and hasn't looked back as her love for house music deepened. As the founder of Costa, an Oasis resident, and COO of Give N Groove, she's motivated by sound, storytelling, and using music as a vehicle to support charitable causes. You've caught her at Gasworks, Showbox, Q Nightclub, Hiyu, Museum of Flight, Monkey Loft, Victory Hall, and Cherry, spinning for crews like Insomniac, Vivid, Studio 44, Oasis, Caravan, Uniting Souls, Reflect, Revel, Shameless, and Soft Option. Along the way, she's shared lineups with Galantis, Chris Lake, Whitesquare, Einmusik, Swami Sounds, Jody Wisternoff, Firungi, and more. Having grown up on Buddha Bar, Reggae, and 80s Rock, her sound is dynamic, drum-led, experimental, and globally influenced; fueled by the fusion of tribal percussion, textured rhythms, future-forward synths, and earthy energy.

Yevsa

Yevsa

Originally from Ukraine and now based in Seattle, Olena brings a deep love for electronic music to every set. Seamlessly weaving Afro House, Indie Dance, Techno, and House, she creates moments that feel both powerful and emotional — the kind that pull people together on the dancefloor and make you move all night. Thoughtful, warm, adventurous, and quietly magnetic behind the decks, YEVSA plays with heart, passion, and intention.