AKUMANDRA Festival: Mano Le Tough, Sainte Vie, Brina Knauss, Betical, Ivory, Rezident live
About This Event
At Knockdown Center, AKUMANDRA gathers Mano Le Tough, Sainte Vie, Brina Knauss, Betical, Ivory and Rezident (live) for a program rooted in melodic techno and house with an emphasis on long-form sets and patient layering. The bill pairs studio-minded DJs—Mano Le Tough, Rezident and Sainte Vie—whose sets favor steady progression, with Betical and Brina Knauss bridging melodic/afro-house and pop-club contexts, while Ivory’s rock/pop presence provides a textural counterpoint.
About the Artists
Mano Le Tough
Mano Le Tough is an electronic producer and DJ associated with the melodic techno continuum, known for long-form sets that favor gradual shifts over sudden peaks. His work moves between studio composition and club pragmatism, with a focus on rhythm and atmosphere.
Sainte Vie
Sainte Vie is an electronic artist and DJ whose work moves between live performance and club-ready structure. In New York City, he has appeared at Knockdown Center, including the AKUMANDRA bill alongside Booka Shade (live) and Mateo b2b Eli.
Brina Knauss
Brina Knauss is a DJ and rock/pop performer who appears regularly in New York City club contexts, including sets at The Roof at Superior Ingredients. Her live work has been billed alongside artists such as Kölsch, Lost Kings, Ape Drums, Awen, Jackie Hollander, Deer Jade, Emjie, and Joplyn, moving between headliner support and local-lineup anchor roles.
Betical
Betical is an electronic DJ whose selections sit between melodic techno, afro house, and melodic house. In New York City, they have appeared at Knockdown Center, including the AKUMANDRA bill alongside Mano Le Tough, Sainte Vie, Brina Knauss, Ivory, and Rezident (live).
Ivory
Ivory is a dynamic force in the Rock/Pop music scene, captivating audiences with electrifying performances that range from the intimate vibes of Brooklyn's Baby's All Right to the grandeur of Madison Square Garden.
Rezident
Rezident is an electronic artist and DJ associated with melodic and deep house, with a moderate Spotify profile and roughly 35K followers. In New York City, they appear at venues such as Knockdown Center, including AKUMANDRA bills alongside Mano Le Tough, Sainte Vie, Brina Knauss, Betical, and Ivory.