Richie Santana is one of NYC’s busiest young DJs. Richie currently holds two of the most sought after residencies in the area at Pacha (NYC) and Deko Lounge (NJ).

With is recent success in the studio Richie has had a number of tracks signed to the infamous Stereo Productions out of Spain and has begun to collaborate with other heavy hitting house producers Chus & Cebellos, Victor Calderone and Peter Baily just to name a few.

Richie gets EXPOSED for the second time on Friday February 29th.

Sept. 21/07 - EVENT.review | Gallery

Nothing can stop the ambition that is Franco Fabi. The Montreal deck wizard has managed to carve out an impressive position within the national and international clubbing community, combining savvy, drive and musical prowess.

This Montreal resident completed his first full-length studio album, Reflection Session, in 2006 in collaboration with the heavy hitting vocal talents of Lisa Pure and Robert Owens and, his first mixed CD compilation was released in January 2007.

Franco got his start in the ultra competitive Montreal scene and soon his Friday night residency at the notorious Ilume club earned him a faithful following. This was the beginning of his rise to global fame.

In 2006, it was Franco’s magical set at the annual event ‘Celebration’ that truly jump started his career. It will be a long time before his 4 hour set, witnessed by 7000 strong, will be forgotten.

Fabi’s infectious blend of top-shelf, electro-laced, progressive, throbbing club vibes was too strong to be limited to Montreal alone and, as a result, Franco was invited to share the booth with a host of DJ elite. Icons such as Roger Sanchez, Tiesto, Danny Tenaglia, Steve Lawler, Deep Dish (2006 Canadian Tour), Paul Oakenfold and Chus & Ceballos are some of the many legends he has played alongside.

Having already graced the decks in France, Spain, Lebanon (B018), Italy, Las Vegas (Ice), Miami (Mansion & Global Gathering), L.A. (Avalon & Spundae) to tremendous acclaim, it is no mystery how he managed to secure residencies in Poland (Varsovie), Morocco (Marrakech), Tunisia, and London England in clubs like the world famous Pacha.

With his sights set on converting you, look to the decks near you to give in to Franco’s infectious sounds, and like the rest…you will not be disappointed.

Download - Franco Fabi - live at Taste, Scotland
Download - Franco Fabi – Versa Nights for EXPOSED – February 2008

Since his first EXPOSED appearance in November, Neil Quigley has been the talk of underground messageboards all over the world. The recorded three hour set, available on our Downloads page, displays Quiggers versatility and range as an artist and DJ. This most anticipated return of one of the hottest exports the UK has to offer will definitely raise the bar for EXPOSED 2008, there is no doubt.

Nov. 02/07 - EVENT.review | Gallery

Download - Neil Quigley - December Promo 2007

DJ Vibe was voted #40 in the 2007 edition of DJ Mag’s infamous Top 100 pole. He’s blazed dance floors the world over and his recent co-productions with Victor Calderone have taken the tribal house genre by storm.

The Portuguese superstar has become one of Toronto’s most in demand guests and his monumental EXPOSED performance in November produced our busiest night of 2007. Join us for Vibe’s second of hopefully many EXPOSED appearances; this has legendary written all over it.

Nov. 16/07 - EVENT.review | Gallery

Download - DJ Vibe - Release Yourself - November 20, 2007

Adam K’s EXPOSED debut produced December’s craziest party. Addy’s EXPOSED launch party may have been the most mad of them all.

Imagine a night with them both in the booth. February 1st is that night.

One of the scene’s hottest producers joins forces with Toronto’s top resident to present SUB-CULTURED. A new digital experience assured to rock a dance floor near you (722 College Street West).

Download - DJ Addy - EXPOSED.live - 10-19-2007

The buzz over Toronto’s internationally renowned dance scene, to some extent, falls on the shoulders and turntables of DJ and music magazine editor Andy ‘Phantasm’ Reid.

Since its humble beginnings in 1996, Andy has been behind the increasingly popular and prominent NocturnalMagazine.net, an online dance music publication that has garnered worldwide recognition and praise from fans and industry heavyweights alike.

As a DJ, Andy is no stranger to the decks. Since beginning his DJ career in 1992, he has risen to the ranks of Toronto’s elite house selectors… having played in every major venue in the city, and for every major promoter.

Early in 2007, Andy ventured into the studio, and after a long time coming begun producing his own music. With a remix of Hatiras’ “Shady Luv” for Blow Media, and two forthcoming remixes and one original for rising star Adam K’s HotBox Digital imprint, it is only a matter of time before Andy’s brand of proper house music is dominating dancefloors worldwide.

Whether it be grooving to his unique style of funky grooves, sexy vocals, and pumping beats that are guaranteed to rock the dancefloor, or reading up on the latest tracks or industry up-and-comers and superstars on Nocturnal… if your passion is house music then Andy Reid is your man…

Download - Andy Reid - Nocturnal Mix Sessions - December 14, 2007

When I asked him the perennial question journalists ask DJ’s about their style, Hector Romero replied: “I play the best of all genres of dance music.” Quite the dibs, but Hector’s got the credentials to back it up.

2006 begins with Hector Romero’s first international mix CD release, “Pacha Winter Sessions”. The double CD hits the streets Jan ’06 in many countries around the world. It includes Hector Romero on Disc one and Spain’s Juan Diaz on Disc two. “When I was originally asked by Danny Whittle at Pacha Ibiza to mix Disc one of the Pacha Winter album I felt flattered and honored.” An honor that is helping to solidify, Romero’s international persona, and opening doors into new countries like Morocco and Switzerland with a full world tour in the stars for this year.

In 2000, Romero became the fourth wheel to the Def Mix triumvirate; alluding to the completion of a set for one of the most acclaimed DJ rosters in existence. Being the youngest of the crew, Hector brings a fresh take on house music to the company. Romero elaborates: “They respect me for my energy and for being different from everyone else. I bring a different flavor to the company.

Since his beginnings as thirteen-year-old DJ wunderkind “Baby Hec” Romero back in 1983, a growing reputation landed him at La Mirage, the hottest uptown Latin club at the time. As the New York City house music renaissance ensued, Hector found himself at the helm of legendary dance floors Save the Robots, The Red Zone (where he met David Morales), Palladium and Roxy. Hector admits “I have not stopped DJ’ing once in my career.”

Hector has worked as an employee for Def Mix for ten years. He has proven to be quite the workhorse, keeping his finger quick on the pulse of the company’s daily business operations. Known for their house clout, Def Mix broadened their horizons with SAW Recordings, the brainchild co-run by owner Satoshi Tomiie and partner Label Manager Hector Romero.

Known first and foremost for an innovative approach to the house sound, SAW’s output have all the crucial elements to them. Hector explains: “Everything’s got to be funky with your baseline, good vocals, catchy hooks, very important stuff that’s going to stand the test of time.” The highly touted compilation, Undulation 1 (mixed by Satoshi & Hector) saw a highly touted 2003-4 world tour.

As a crucial member of the Def Mix camp, Hector’s plan for the future is to grow as an executive for the SAW label. “Since I don’t remix or produce, being a business person Monday through Friday is my love and passion,” he expounds. Romero distinguishes the weekend as a time to take his A&R duties abroad: “I take everything we’ve signed, the music that I’ve been sent, on the road and have a good time. Just stepping it up another level and continuing to influence people.”

Whether he’s rocking it out at Pacha, Ibiza or in Greece, UK, France, Spain, Italy, USA or Canada, Hector works hard at his craft, making sure clubbers have a good time. What sets Romero apart from the rest, his ability to reach out to the masses, makes him a favorite with promoters and clubbers alike: “[Promoters] love it when people go to the gigs and smile, and have a good time with their customers. I love it. It’s work, but it’s also good fun.”

By pushing the boundaries of dance music, Hector is quickly becoming the face of the future: “Dance music is huge in Europe because that’s their culture. They grew up on dance music. But hip-hop and R&B is something they learned from us. So here in America, I’ll be fighting for it and I hope for it to grow and get bigger.”

Download - Hector Romero - Big City Beats - December 8, 2007

Eli Wilkie is truly one of America’s most exciting and fast rising DJ/Production talents. From his humble beginnings as resident of Boston’s underground Hibernia Nightclub, to traveling the world with Steve Porter, Eli is definitely one to watch. Eli brings a fresh and exciting approach to dance music by fusing his signature charisma and party rockin ethics to bring to the dancefloor his ’signature’ funky electrifying house music. Eli has spent the last 6 years creating some of the most exciting dance music to come out of America. Under the Agent 001 moniker, Eli and production partner Steve Porter have released over 20 tracks, like ‘Daniel Wiggy’ which was featured on Lee Burridge’s ‘24/7′ compilation and ‘Bubble Bath’ which was featured on Sandra Collins’ ‘Perfecto’ CD and Hernan Cantenneo’s ‘Renaissance Masters Series CD’. These tunes were regulars on Pete Tong’s Essential Mix show. On his own Eli has released 5 tracks and his latest track ‘D’Vibin’ was featured on Steve Porter’s ‘Porterhouse’ compilation. Eli also produces with rising star Emjae under the ‘Plow and Hearth’ moniker, released on his label Reversible Records.

Eli currently lives in his hometown of Boston, where he was the resident of the world famous Avalon Nightclub. At Avalon, Eli has played along such International DJ’s as Sander Kleinenberg, Danny Howells, Lee Burridge, Junkie XL, Tiesto, Nick Warren, Nic Fancuilli and many many more. Recently Avalon has closed for renovations, and Eli has found a new residency at The Estate where he has already jumped on the decks along side Sander, DJ Dan and Oscar G. Aside from Avalon and The Estate, Eli is constantly booked to headline at clubs like RISE Afterhours (Boston), Stereo (Montreal), Avalon - Hollywood (Los Angeles), Ruby (San Francisco), Le Souk, Sullivan Room and Love (NYC) and various locations in Miami during WMC. Eli also spent much of 2006 and 2007 as the support DJ for Steve Porter on his ‘Porterhouse’ CD tour in many of North America’s top clubs.

Living in Boston, Eli has played an integral role in the growth of the Boston dance music scene through the creation of Reversible Records with Fernando Bairos and Chris Reavey, two of Boston’s respected music aficionados. Over the past 5 years, Reversible has established itself as one of America’s hottest labels with over 16 releases from cutting-edge producers; Emjae, Chris Micali, Bon Johnson, Aaryn Blain, Matt Rowan, Agent 001, Roger Lee and Nightriders. This labels carefully chosen music has received support from DJs like Luke Fair, Lee Burridge, Sander Kleinenberg, Nick Warren and Desyn Masiello. Reversible Records had 8 tracks on Steve Porter’s critically acclaimed ‘Porterhouse’ compilation released on Fade Records. The Reversible Records crew is committed to pushing cutting-edge house music, and it is this quality of which it is associated with has helped cement it as one of the premier American underground dance labels.

Reversible Records has expanded itself as a club brand by establishing residencies and club nights of which Eli has focused on. Reversible Records has also taken its ‘club night’ to Boston, Montreal, Los Angeles, Toronto and Miami for its sellout Winter Music Conference showcase. Reversible Records has a busy next few months with some big releases in addition to its radio show on Proton, Eli is committed to pushing the Reversible sound to the forefront.

Download - Eli Wilkie - Fall Back 2007
Download - Brad Copeland - EXPOSED.live - December 12, 2007

Starting out as a promoter in the Toronto club scene, Jeff Button decided it was time to change his role in early 2006. Jeff took his great passion for deep and funky progressive house to the next level, and became a DJ.

Jeff has worked diligently on developing a unique sound that is influenced by the sounds of Toronto’s top talents, Sean Miller, Luke Fair, and Brad Copeland. He realized early on that his most enjoyment came from the challenge of warming up a room, the identical means the aforementioned three made their mark.

In a less than two years Jeff has accumulated quite an impressive list of accomplishments. He opened the legendary Sonic closing party and earned a spot on the resident roster for Sunset Sessions at The Next Level, where he played alongside John Creamer, Sean Miller and Brad Copeland.

Jeff currently holds a residency for EXPOSED at The Mod Club Theatre where he’s set the stage for international guests including Neil Quigley, Ricky Ryan and the Holosound duo from NYC, Alex Fish and Noah Becker. These nights went off so well that they further emphasized Jeff as being the best opening DJ in the city.

Download - Jeff Button - Basic Frequencies on Proton Radio - December 21, 2007

EXPOSED is delighted to be donating 50% of our proceeds to the Yonge Street Mission (www.ysm.on.ca). The Mission was founded in 1896 and has reached out to meet the needs of people living in poverty in our city. Please don’t miss this night as it is our chance to give back to those less fortunate than us during the holiday season.

Download - Jeff Button - The Afterparty Sessions - November 17, 2007
Download - Jeff Button - Live at Def Mix 20 Year - Sound Academy, Toronto - November 10, 2007