After this month's tragic events in Orlando, I've been struck by the way our community has come together with compassion and brotherhood. When confronted with hate, we responded with love. Music has always helped me through difficult times, and I hope this podcast provides some comfort, inspiration and joy as we celebrate our PRIDE. Together, we WILL rise up! Toronto PRISM Festival June 30 - July 4, 2016 | Toronto, CANADA Join me, Dani Toro, and Dan Slater on Saturday, July 2nd from 1pm - 9pm fo...
Jun 23, 2016•1 hr 10 min
GUEST MIX 001! Hey guys -- I'm starting a new series of guest mixes where I'll bring you exclusive podcasts from some of my favorite DJs and up-and-coming producers. This first guest mix comes from Scott Martin, whose funky house beats have made him one of New York City's hottest new DJs. Scott and I will be performing together on Friday night, June 24th for FANTASY, the official opening party of NYC Pride. For details and ticket info, check out www.nycpride.org. In the meantime, enjoy this excl...
Jun 09, 2016•58 min
Pride season is almost here, and I’m thrilled to return to New York City for one of the most spectacular Pride weekends in the country! This month’s special promo set for NYC Pride features my brand-new single with Toy Armada and legendary vocalist Inaya Day, “One Night in Heaven,” as well as our official remix for Tony Moran & Jason Walker’s current megahit, “So Happy.” Plus, there’s a special tribute to Prince and lots of new, uplifting tunes to get you ready for Summer! Catch me & DJ ...
May 05, 2016•1 hr 8 min
Jeffrey Sanker's iconic WHITE PARTY returns to Palm Springs, April 8 - 11, 2016, with all-new production and design to give you the biggest weekend in White Party history! To help you get White Party ready, this month's podcast delivers over an hour of uplifting t-dance anthems -- including my brand-new remix with Toy Armada of Andra Day's "Rise Up" -- plus some of my favorite late-night house and circuit bangers! Catch me & DJ Ralphi Rosario at the world's largest outdoor t-dance on Sunday,...
Mar 30, 2016•1 hr 7 min
This month, I'm switching things up and bringing you part of my set from TRADE in New York City on February 27, 2016. This live recording features some of my private mashups, plus new & classic tracks from some my favorite producers -- including Angel Heredia, Oscar Velazquez, Kid Massive, Ivan Gomez, Filterheadz, The Cube Guys, Antoine Clamaran, Sevag, Etienne Ozborne, Tommy Marcus, Markus W and more! Special thanks to Brian Rafferty, and to everyone who came out for a packed house! I <3...
Feb 29, 2016•1 hr 14 min
My first podcast of 2016 is here, and it's loaded with all-new music to get you ready for Winter Party Festival! Join me on Miami Beach, March 2-7, for the hottest winter on record -- with all-new events, spectacular venues, a massive lineup, and extended Beach Party hours! #ThisIsWinterParty #WPFBeachParty2016 www.winterparty.org - - - - - January 2016 Mix | Winter Party Festival Official Promo Podcast 1. Love Is (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix) – Inas X 2. Go (Leo Blanco Remix) – The Chemi...
Jan 30, 2016•1 hr 11 min
To close out this very special year, I've created a fun, uplifting t-dance set featuring some of my favorite anthems of 2015! This month's podcast includes two new remixes of "Let The Joy Rise" and "St. Elmo's Fire," as well as highlights from my production work with Toy Armada over the past 12 months. Whether you attended my events or followed along through my podcasts, each of you has been an integral part of this year's unforgettable journey. I never take for granted that sharing music and cr...
Dec 21, 2015•1 hr 18 min
This month, I'm returning to my occasional series of "House Sessions" podcasts with a mix that's sure to help you beat the winter blues. Inspired by my recent trip to Brazil to spin at Hell & Heaven Festival's "Under One Sun" Pool Party, this all-new podcast includes a few highlights from my live set, as well as some of my favorite tech-house tracks I heard from other DJs throughout the weekend. Prepare to be transported -- it's time for a pool party in paradise! http://www.hhbahia.com.br/ -...
Nov 30, 2015•1 hr 19 min
My all-new October podcast packs over an hour of fresh tunes, including my brand-new remix with Toy Armada for Hailee Steinfeld’s debut single, “Love Myself.” This month’s special edition set for Halloween New Orleans starts with some of my favorite commercial and funky house, then closes with a few massive, late-night bangers. Catch me this Friday, October 30th at Republic New Orleans for HNO: GLO, the official kick-off party for Halloween New Orleans Weekend! xx www.halloweenneworleans.com - -...
Oct 28, 2015•1 hr 18 min
Summer may be winding down, but the beats just get hotter! This special edition promo podcast for Jeffrey Sanker’s massive White Party Bangkok New Year’s Festival features over an hour of sizzling new music, including my brand-new remix with Toy Armada of Joe Gauthreaux & Inaya Day’s smash hit single, “You Are My Family!” Join me & Toy Armada in Bangkok for Asia’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration! http://whitepartybangkok.com - - - - - September 2015 Mix | White Party Bangkok NYE Offic...
Sep 29, 2015•1 hr 15 min
Summer's hottest international gay dance music festival returns to the spectacular island of Mykonos, August 19-23, 2015! Catch me + Felipe Lira + DJ GSP on Thursday, August 20 for the massive XLSIOR Beach Party! http://www.xlsiorfestival.com/ - - - - - August 2015 Mix | XLSIOR Mykonos Official Promo Podcast 1. Don't Be So Hard On Yourself (Markus W. Bootleg) – Jess Glynne 2. Something's Gotta Give (Dennis Christopher Remix) – Thomas Gold feat. Amanda Wilson 3. Dance All Night (The Cube Guys Mix...
Aug 17, 2015•1 hr 11 min
This month’s special edition promo mix for TFD Presents RAPTURE: Vancouver Pride is full of fresh, funky house to keep you dancin’ through summer! Want more? Catch me Sunday, August 2 at Vancouver’s Commodore Ballroom for RAPTURE: Victory, the official closing party of Pride Weekend! http://tfdpresents.com - - - - - July 2015 Mix | RAPTURE Vancouver Pride Official Promo Podcast 1. The Other Boys (Original Mix) – NERVO feat. Kylie Minogue, Jake Shears and Nile Rodgers 2. Get Your Groove Back (Cut...
Jul 28, 2015•1 hr 16 min
Love is in the air, and this month's special promo set for Joining Hearts Atlanta is a celebration of love, family, and friendship. I’m so proud to be performing alongside Debby Holiday and DJ Deanne in Atlanta’s historic Piedmont Park on Saturday, July 18th for one of the year’s biggest fundraising events to support people living with HIV/AIDS. Our community has shown that #LoveWins, and it’s time to celebrate! #SummerOfLove http://joininghearts.org/ - - - - - June 2015 Mix | Joining Hearts Atl...
Jun 30, 2015•1 hr 17 min
THE MAGIC IS BACK! One Magical Weekend celebrates 25 years at Walt Disney World in Orlando, June 5-7, 2015, with an all-star lineup of events and talent! Catch me on Sunday, June 7th at EPCOT for E-Tea, a celebration like no other. This incredible venue will feature all the makings of a world famous nightclub with a concert worthy sound system, intelligent lighting and 3-D LED video walls everywhere you look! Plus, fireworks at 9:00pm! Get your tickets today! www.onemagicalweekend.com - - - - - ...
May 31, 2015•1 hr 22 min
NYC Pride and Brian Rafferty Productions proudly present the 5th anniversary VIP Rooftop Party! Dance on the most exclusive rooftop venue overlooking the greatest city in the world during the best weekend of the year! This is the official Saturday event of NYC Pride, the largest Pride week in the nation. Saturday, June 27, 2015 Hudson Terrace Rooftop featuring DJ GRIND + Cindel + Ben Baker & Saul Ruiz http://nycpride.showclix.com - - - - - April 2015 Mix | NYC Pride Official Promo Podcast 1....
Apr 30, 2015•1 hr 20 min
White Party Palm Springs marks the unofficial start of the spring/summer event season, and what better way to celebrate than with a big, happy, daytime mix?! This month's podcast features lots of uplifting anthems, including my new mix with DJ Toy Armada of Tony Moran's circuit classic, "The Promise." For those of you who've been asking for a new t-dance podcast, this one's for you! Catch me & DJ Gustavo Scorpio spinning White Party's new Saturday Waterpark Party on April 25th! Tickets / Inf...
Mar 26, 2015•1 hr 20 min
Back by popular demand! After the great response to my extended house set last November, I’m delivering an all-new, all-house mix for February! If you’re desperate for a one-way ticket to Miami or Ibiza, this second edition of my “House Sessions” podcast series will take you there! With nearly two hours of my favorite uplifting tech & vocal house tracks, this month’s mix will help you beat the winter blues and groove your way into spring! Enjoy! xx February 2015 Mix | House Sessions vol. 2 1...
Feb 26, 2015•1 hr 59 min
January 2015 Mix 1. Spread Love (Funky Truckerz Remix) – John Gold 2. Push the Feeling On (JJ Mullor Ibiza Remix) – Marcos Carnaval feat. Olivia Cipolla 3. Real Love (Danny Verde Remix) – Clean Bandit feat. Jess Glynne 4. I’m Gonna Get You (Extended Mix) – Dave Audé feat. Jessica Sutta 5. Never Been In Love (Razor N Guido Remix) – Cobra Starship feat. Icona Pop 6. I Begin To Wonder (eSQUIRE Remix) – Tune Brothers & Dacia Bridges 7. Unholy (Extended Mix) – Wolfgang Gartner feat. Bobby Saint 8...
Jan 30, 2015•1 hr 19 min
MASTERBEAT XV: The Fifteenth Anniversary New Year's Los Angeles | December 30, 2014 – January 1, 2015 The country's largest New Year’s Eve party returns for its 15th anniversary edition, and we're planning all sorts of special surprises to make sure the countdown to 2015 is the biggest and most joyful celebration ever! Join me and Alyson Calagna at the legendary Mayan Theater in downtown LA for Masterbeat XV: New Year’s Eve! www.masterbeatxv.com December 2014 Mix | Masterbeat XV: New Year’s Eve ...
Dec 23, 2014•1 hr 20 min
I'm excited to share something a little different this month -- the first in an occasional podcast series I'm calling "House Sessions." As I've integrated more house music into my podcasts and live sets recently, I've gotten lots of requests for an extended podcast that features nothing but pure house music. With this first edition of "House Sessions," I'm taking a break from my usual sound, and instead creating a set that features some of my favorite commercial house, tech house, and progressiv...
Nov 20, 2014•2 hr 27 min
October 2014 Mix 1. Real Love (Extended Mix) – Clean Bandit feat. Jesse Glynne 2. In Your Arms (Danny Dove Extended Mix) – Nico & Vinz 3. Animals (Hoxton Whores Remix) – Nabiha 4. Conqueror (Bent Collective Club Mix) – Estelle 5. No Enemiesz (Markus W. Bootleg Mashup) - Kiesza vs. Jason Chance 6. All Nite Disco (Philthy Mashup) – Funky Truckerz vs. Janet Jackson 7. Now You're Gone (2014 Private Rework) – Jon Flores 8. Thrown Till Death (Jade Glover's 'Out My Mind' Remix) – Wynter Gordon vs T...
Oct 28, 2014•1 hr 25 min
White Party Week Miami - 30th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee November 26 - December 1, 2014 | Miami Beach, FL "White Splash" Pool Party feat. DJ GRIND Saturday, November 29, 2014 | The National Hotel produced in association with Stereo Entertainment www.whiteparty.org = = = = = September 2014 Mix | White Party Miami Official Promo Podcast 1. Ghost (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix) – Ella Henderson 2. House Feeling (Original Mix) – Diego Rey 3. This Is How We Do! (Chris Cox Club Mix) – Katy Perry...
Sep 26, 2014•1 hr 19 min
DAYWASH - "Let's Get Physical" Sunday, October 5, 2014 | Sydney, AUSTRALIA October long weekend in Sydney signals the start of spring and the return of our legendary DAYWASH party! This time, we're teaming up with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation to bring you "Let's Get Physical" -- our finest and most fabulous party yet! Get out your legwarmers, dust off your ‘80s headband and whip on your skimpiest shorts so you can ‘get physical’ Daywash style! Plus, a portion of each ticket sold will benefi...
Aug 30, 2014•1 hr 23 min
ASCENSION BEACH PARTY WEEKEND Fire Island Pines | August 15 - 17, 2014 Summer heats up on Fire Island with the return of Ascension Beach Party Weekend, August 15-17, featuring DJ GRIND + Ralphi Rosario + DJ Theresa + DJ PAULO. Proceeds benefit the Fund in the Sun Foundation, a non-profit entity that supports LGBT organizations, HIV/AIDS awareness initiatives, and projects to protect and advance the Fire Island Pines community. Catch me spinning the Ascension Underwear Party on Friday, August 15t...
Jul 30, 2014•1 hr 26 min
XLSIOR MYKONOS 2014 International Music Festival August 20 - 24, 2014 | Mykonos, Greece Summer's hottest international music festival returns to the spectacular island of Mykonos, August 20 - 24, with an incredible lineup of talent, breathtaking open-air venues, and one of the most friendly, fun-loving crowds anywhere in the world. Catch me spinning the XLSIOR Festival Opening Night Party on Wednesday, August 20! xx Tickets / Info: www.xlsiorfestival.com = = = = = June 2014 Mix | XLSIOR Mykonos ...
Jun 30, 2014•1 hr 13 min
NYC Pride 2014: Dance on the Pier Sunday, June 29, 4pm - 10pm featuring DJ PAGANO + DJ GRIND and a special live performance from DEMI LOVATO Tickets: www.nycpride.showclix.com = = = = = May 2014 Mix | NYC Pride Pier Dance Official Promo Podcast 1. Of the Night (Sagi Kariv & Laert Junior Reconstruction) – Bastille 2. G.U.Y. (Cosmic Dawn Club Remix) – Lady Gaga 3. Birthday (Wayne G Throwback Anthem) – Katy Perry 4. Dare (La La La) (Chus & Ceballos Brazil Fiesta Remix) – Shakira 5. Miami 82...
May 27, 2014•1 hr 15 min
On Saturday, May 10, the biggest pool party in Texas heats up with DJ GRIND & DJ Benson Wilder! PURPLE PARTY WEEKEND RISE Pool Party, featuring DJ GRIND and DJ Benson Wilder Saturday, May 10, 2014 | 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm SISU Uptown Resort | 2508 Maple Avenue | Dallas, TX 75201 www.purplefoundation.org = = = = = April 2014 Mix | Purple Party Official Promo Podcast 1. I Will Never Let You Down (WestFunk & Steve Smart Club Remix) – Rita Ora 2. You're Mine (Eternal) (Nick Bertossi Private Mix) ...
Apr 28, 2014•1 hr 17 min
Jeffrey Sanker’s WHITE PARTY PALM SPRINGS celebrates its landmark 25th anniversary by upping the ante with an event line-up of ICONIC proportions, April 25-28, 2014. The largest gay dance music festival in the world, White Party Palm Springs will electrify the desert as never before with the hottest array of men, music, DJs and superstar talent ever witnessed. Join me on Sunday, April 27th as I headline White Party's 25th Anniversary Tea Dance, alongside DJs Wayne G and Ralphi Rosario. Purchase ...
Mar 28, 2014•1 hr 13 min
On Sunday, March 9th, join over 10,000 of the world's sexiest men & women on beautiful South Beach as DJ GRIND & Danny Verde headline the HOTTEST Beach Party on the planet! WINTER PARTY FESTIVAL benefitting the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force March 5 - 10, 2014 www.winterparty.com = = = = = February 2014 Mix | Winter Party Festival Official Promo Podcast 1. Into the Blue (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Anthem Mix) – Kylie Minogue 2. Rather Be (Hi Def Bootleg) – Clean Bandit 3. Thinking ...
Feb 25, 2014•1 hr 14 min
This Mardi Gras weekend, we're asking you to tap your heels three times and let us transport you to a Wonderland that's spilling over with the kind of non-stop party action we know you'll love. With Luna Park's Big Top as the perfect playground, Wonderland will serve up all the party goodies you'd expect from this harbourside magical oasis. Javier Medina (Spain) | Sebastian Triumph (Paris) | Adam Turner (London) | Dani Toro (Europe) | DJ GRIND (USA) | Gordon John (UK) JimJam | Du Jour | Murray H...
Jan 29, 2014•1 hr 17 min
