Pressure: Kevin Saunderson, Joey Beltram + Merge
About This Event
At Paragon in New York City, the bill pairs two figures tied to techno's formative years: Kevin Saunderson, a Detroit-born member of the Belleville Three, and Joey Beltram, whose early records such as "Energy Flash" and "Mentasm" helped define techno's harder edge. Both are known for sets that prioritize structure, drive and dance-floor mechanics; they appear alongside Merge on the bill.
About the Artists
Kevin Saunderson
Kevin Saunderson is an American DJ and producer whose work helped shape the early language of techno. Born in New York and raised from childhood in the Detroit area, he formed lasting ties at Belleville High School with Juan Atkins and Derrick May, later identified as the Belleville Three.
Joey Beltram
Joey Beltram is an American DJ and producer whose early records helped define the harder edge of techno, including the landmark tracks “Energy Flash” and “Mentasm.” He has also left a mark through remixes, notably for Human Resource’s “Dominator.
Merge
Merge is an emerging electronic group heard in New York City lineups at Paragon, where their sets sit comfortably alongside foundational techno names. They’ve shared bills with Detroit originator Kevin Saunderson and New York mainstay Joey Beltram, placing their work in direct conversation with early techno and its harder permutations.