play it loud!
"Play It Loud!", "Play It Say It!", "We Say, Play It Say It!" are all phrases that aren't expected to have much of an impact on the masses. To club DJs, dance music enthusiasts and 12" vinyl collectors both past and present, the phrases are not only synonymous with the vinyl records and round white stickers they were printed on; they also mark an era in art, music and club culture. Like-minded DJs Henry Maldonado (Son of Sound / Speak recordings), Doug Gomez (Drrtyhaze) and Darshan Jesrani (Metro Area) pay tribute to this era with Play It Loud!
Play It Loud! is an event that celebrates New York club and art culture during its golden-area run in the 70's and late 80's. While there is certainly no shortage of disco and post-disco nostalgia-fueled gatherings these days, Gomez, Maldonado and Jesrani come together to help reinforce the musical integrity and vibe that is seemingly disappearing in New York nightlife. A celebration in honor of a lost New York art scene; Play It Loud! is a haven for the creative and supports artists in the form of galleries, showcases, musical and visual performances.
A simple white round sticker and a catch phrase, may have helped the reign of the 12" dance single at a time where the music pressed on these records still sell themselves today. The irony in this is why Darshan Jesrani, Doug Gomez and Son of Sound welcome you to Play It Loud!
TEAM
Darshan JesraniThe man on the front lines, organizer and host of New York City Jacks; a true heavy hitter spreading the word hard on the NYC Streets. As a proud member of the Step Fenz, Jaze is known within these circles as a true underground dancer, a dope DJ and long time supporter of the scene. With over 20 yrs DJing experience on his belt, Jaze is known for his funk & disco DJ sets throughout New York City. He brings experience to New York City Jacks on all fronts. 
Henry Maldonado Behind the scenes organizer and co-founder of New York City Jacks, Henry continues his support and dedication to the underground scene now for well over 25 yrs. Do a quick discog search and you will immediately see his name associated with his House 2 House, Rhythm Section and various other aliases during House Music's run in the 1990s. Releases on seminal House labels Strictly Rhythm, King Street, Henry Street and MAW Records would later set the stage for his Nu-Disco imprint Speak Recordings. Since the Fun House days of the early 80s, Henry has never stopped living in the underground.
Doug GomezBehind the scene organizer, and graphic designer of New York City Jacks, Doug Gomez has lived the underground from DJing to working at 2 dance labels in the 90s and from clubbing in the late 80s to his current productions on notable labels Gomma, Tirk Recordings, Redux, Truffle and Speak Recordings with his studio partner. Doug's music collection and taste are a direct result of being a passionate native New Yorker and veteran DJ of over 23 yrs. And this passion for NYC and Music helped give the name to the competition known as New York City Jacks.
Jaze Art-RemoteThe man on the front lines, organizer and host of New York City Jacks; a true heavy hitter spreading the word hard on the NYC Streets. As a proud member of the Step Fenz, Jaze is known within these circles as a true underground dancer, a dope DJ and long time supporter of the scene. With over 20 yrs DJing experience on his belt, Jaze is known for his funk & disco DJ sets throughout New York City. He brings experience to Play it New York City Jacks on all fronts.