Music Is The Answer: Thanksgiving Edition!

Come shake off those Thanksgiving calories with us at Monarch on Thursday November 28! For this month's special holiday edition, we are excited to be showcasing some of San Francisco’s hottest talents on both floors.

In the Lounge, we will be hosting the world famous Motown on Mondays crew as they bring their unique take on soul parties to the club. Featuring sounds by Don Gordo, DJ Lazyboy, & DJ Playstation, expect to be blown away by sexy beats and good vibes as you dance off that turkey and mashed potatoes dinner.

Don Gordo

• Also known as the iconic mastermind behind the internationally acclaimed Motown on Mondays movement; Donovan is arguably one of the worlds most successful nightlife curators with his international movement meant to keep the spirit of Soul, Disco & Funk eternally present in the global music scene. Donovan has opened and shared the stage with legends such as The Weekend, Fatboy Slim, Ashanti & many others. (Instagram | Soundcloud)

DJ Lazyboy

• Stylized as Jimmy Hendrix on the turntables! DJ Lazyboy is a world-renowned dj who has won major DJ titles with Red Bull, A-Trak’s  Goldies and many more. DJ Lazyboy is an international icon and he is guaranteed to turn up the heat this Thanksgiving in the Monarch Lounge. (Instagram | Soundcloud)

DJ Playstation 

• DJ PlayStation’s dedication to perfecting the craft of mixing and digging has quickly separated him from other DJ's. His sound is uniquely distinguished, as he pulls inspiration from many different genres but mainly focuses on the 80's decade of music. Needless to say, he is a master of reading the room and giving the crowd exactly what they need.

Downstairs in the rave cave, we will be showcasing some of the hottest San Francisco DJ’s who have been making big moves in the scene!  

Alkemiss Erika 

• Coming in hot off of a huge major release titled “Alchemista” on Tierra Sounds; Alkemiss Erika is a San Francisco-based DJ who curates a captivating blend of organic, melodic & progressive sounds. She has recently been making waves in the San Francisco music world with support bookings with HVOB, Volen Sentir & Nora en Pure and has cemented her position as an emerging force in the world of thoughtful electronic music production. (Instagram | Soundcloud)

D!SHA

• Hailing from Turkey, D!SHA is a San Francisco transplant who is focused on creating and playing music that showcases her unique life journey as a global artist. Expect hypnotic beats, oriental melodies and enchanting vocals as you will be transported across the sounds of Europe and the Caucuses during her dj sets. (Instagram | Soundcloud)

Sara Afshar

• Sara Afshar is a Tehran native whose signature sound is a groovy tapestry, weaving between hypnotic, playful & dark tones. Since coming to the United States, Sara has sought to turn her life experiences into a pulsating rhythm that creates harmony on the dance floor. (Instagram | Soundcloud)

BerryB

• BerryB has been making waves in the female electronic music world in Turkey since 2015 with a diverse range of musical styles that has made her popular amongst many different groups on a global scale. Since arriving in the United States several years ago, Berry has made waves in the Bay Area with support performances for Woo York & Mind Against amongst others. (Instagram | Soundcloud)

Come celebrate your thanksgiving holiday with us and bring your friends and parents as well! 

Music is the Answer is a San Francisco based arts & music collective that seeks to bring together the vibrance and diversity that represents San Francisco’s incredible music scene. We are an organic and homegrown collective and we value your input and love. Our goal is to unify the diverse and vibrant communities of the Bay Area in the celebration of Music & Low Neon art. 

See you on the Dance Floor xoxo

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Monarch, 101 6th St, San Francisco, United States