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sasha braverman

Originally from the New York area, Sasha Braverman has been involved in underground dance music since 1993. As a member of F.E.S.P. productions, a DJ collective and production company formed in the early 90s, he promoted dance music as an event coordinator, DJ and graphic designer. In 1996, Sasha relocated to Pittsburgh to attend Carnegie Mellon University to study Industrial Design.

While in Pittsburgh, Sasha gained valuable experience as a professional DJ. Performing at numerous events throughout the Pittsburgh-Cleveland and northeast areas, he was featured among some of the most prominent DJs and producers in techno including; Marco Carola, Billy Nasty, Juan Atkins, Daniel Bell, Chris Liberator, Adam X, and Anthony 'Shake' Shakir. For 3 years running, Sasha's radio show on WRCT Pittsburgh 88.3FM soaked the Pittsburgh airwaves with underground dance music and featured numerous international guest DJs.

In 2000 Sasha relocated to Houston, TX and while establishing himself among the dance music culture in Texas, began to explore new sounds and directions as a DJ. Focusing on the deeper sounds of techno, house and electro, Sasha has stayed at the forefront of the minimal explosion while maintaing an affinity for his early Detroit and European techno incluences. Joining forces w/ Henry Chow (Zenit, Masterplan), Andrei Morant (Planet Rhythm, Scope) and other local artists, he has promoted events focusing on minimal house and techno. Recent guests have included live performances by Maetrik, Lee Curtiss, Agaric and DJ sets by Tim Xavier, Daniel Bell, Jeff Samuel and Audion. Recent DJ appearances include opening sets for Richie Hawtin, Justin Martin, Mikael Stavöstrand and [Kontrol] with Marcel Dettmann.

Currently a resident at Crossroads Fridays and Rekliner, a monthly event at Houston's unique Downtown lounge, Dean's Credit Clothing, Sasha also makes frequent guest appearances at clubs and events throughout Texas.