🎉 On November 18th, the night opened with the magnetic presence of LA’s own Dick Ensalada, a selector known for his hypnotic blend of shadowy textures, late-night rhythms, and left-of-center choices that always seem to land exactly where the room needs them.

🌑 At The Basement, he set the tone with precision — a slow-burn ascent that warmed the floor, sharpened the room’s focus, and invited dancers into a deeper, more compelling groove. His selections shaped the early hours with intention and momentum, creating the perfect runway for the headliner to take flight.

🔥🌟 Then came Samwise.

Hailing from the heart of LA, Samwise was already a renowned DJ and eternal raver, carrying a reputation for fearless exploration. Known for his role as A&R for Diplo and as the driving force behind the multifaceted, house-focused imprint Higher Ground, he had long established himself as a trailblazer in the ever-evolving world of electronic music. 🏡🎶

🔮 His A&R wizardry extended far and wide, leaving an indelible mark on labels like DJ Tennis’ seminal Life and Death, as well as on countless artists across the dance-music spectrum. 🌊🎛️

🚀 His cosmic journey didn’t end there — he also co-founded and served as a resident at Fast At Work, a forward-thinking party series that championed fast — though not necessarily hard — yet irresistibly groovy electronic rhythms. 💃🕺

🌠 Samwise’s set at The Basement became its own world. It transported the room on a diverse and unapologetically raw sonic adventure. His sound elevated strong foundational grooves with deep emotional textures, creating an atmosphere that felt entirely otherworldly. 🌍🌠

✨ November 18th became a night remembered — shaped first by Dick Ensalada’s deep, late-night pulse and then lifted into the stratosphere by the magnetic presence of Samwise. 🎧🌟