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Women of House Event Series Electrifies Big Apple

DJs Samantha Michelle, Val Fleury, AXELA bring up the sound to loud and proud at

by ElizaBeth Taylor March 23, 2026
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Bring up the volume to loud and proud.

This past weekend New York City was electrified with the captivating Women of House Event Series.

(Photo by Jade Greene)

 Samantha Michelle launched her program to a packed room at the legendary Downstairs at Drai’s on March 20. The brilliant femme-forward series celebrated the women shaping and redefining the dance music scene.  A powerful statement of intent put on full display how one powerful woman can  build a profound series. No stranger to making a scene, Samantha  has performed on global stages including Glastonbury, SXSW, and Berlin’s KitKatClub, and has collaborated with Dolce & Gabbana, Soho House, The Wall Street Journal, and Christie’s. She has opened for Nile Rodgers, LCD Soundsystem, Mark Ronson, and Miley Cyrus, and recently released her latest single, “Fall Deep.”

(Photo by Jade Greene)

The Big Apple got the beats and jammed at Friday’s debut which featured top female DJs and producers alongside Samantha, including ValFleury (Afrowarehouse DJ/Producer), AXELA (DJ/Producer), and MichelleFrancheska (Founder, Conscious Rabbit; Gospel NYC resident). The night kept the crowd dancing all night long as they felt the momentum for the cause pushing them along.

(Photo by Jade Greene)

Women of House is a community-driven, femme-forward series spotlighting female DJs who are also producers, creating space for representation and connection within the dance music scene. Curated by Samantha Michelle, the series brings together emerging and established talent for a night of music, culture, and intentional community-building — and serves as the live expression of her broader vision for the future of dance music.

Female trailblazers in the booth is both inspirational and timely. There is a true upbeat in the club scene right no and the demand for good music championed by leading authorities like Samantha is notable.

Let the new New York grasp the sound and hold the beat – and never let go. Dance the night away and we cannot wait to see where the sound takes us next with the Women of House.

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ElizaBeth Taylor

DEPUTY EDITOR - ElizaBeth Taylor is known to many in the media world with featured work in Variety, E! News, Dan’s Papers, and several international publications. The Sensible Socialite began her career as a travel reporter exploring Europe, Russia, South America, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Greatly influenced by her time on the road, she developed a heightened awareness for the way humans connect. Her skills have led to current work as both a journalist and entertainment producer. With over 50 shows under her belt, Taylor has worked behind the scenes with major networks and studios. Taylor’s calendar year is always full, and she joyfully rings in the next chapter every December with her notable contributions to the most recognized show on the planet - The Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. (Instagram @liztaylorworld)

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