Non-Friction Records presents: Mona Matsuoka, Matt FX, Tim Lucent, Laila Amira

About the experience

Non Friction Records takes over Dead Letter No. 9 with a lineup rooted in community with DJs who've carved out their own lane in NY's music scene. It's giving fresh talent, familiar faces and names that continue to shape the sound of the city. Plus, it’s First Fridays Free. Tim Lucent and Laila Amira kick things off in CARGO 10PM-12AM with the spirit behind Club Made, their collaborative event series and radio presence rooted in house, disco, and genre-fluid electronic music. Together they’ve built an outlet for deep, groove-driven selections and dynamic party energy having performed at spots like Good Room, Outerheaven and Lot Radio. 12AM–1:30AM Mona Matsuoka blends club-forward production with melodic instinct, known for tracks like “Taka” and "Kawasaki" and sets across both Brooklyn's underground and Manhattan's velvet-rope circuit. 1:30AM–3AM Matt FX closes. The NYC-born DJ, producer, and Non-Friction founder blends his signature mix of house and indie dance, showcasing a unique knack for riveting rhythms and magnetic melodies. The music supervisor for Broad City, he's released on Kitsuné Musique, Wolf + Lamb, and Boyanza Records. In the Foyer 9PM-12AM - Edwin. Architect by trade and selector by instinct, Edwin Baruch brings a thoughtful approach to the booth. Having helped design spaces like Signal and Green Room, he understands how sound moves through a room and how energy builds within it. With a deep personal record collection and a carefully curated digital library, he brings range, intention, dance floor instinct to the booth. 12AM-3AM in the Foyer is JIA, a Brooklyn-based DJ and selector whose sets move with groove, grit, and momentum. She’s brought her sound to respected NYC spots like Elsewhere, The Lot Radio, SILO, Mood Ring, and Bossa Nova Civic Club, threading percussive rhythms and dance-floor energy with thoughtful build and flow. With a wide range of influences and a feel for the room, JIA crafts sets that are both dynamic and reliably tuned to the vibe of the night. Free w/ RSVP | 21+ *Limited spots available. Subject to capacity. Guests without RSVP will be charged at the door. Venue opens at 5PM | Happy Hour 5PM-8PM | Music at 9PM Backpacks and large bags are not permitted inside the venue and are subject to mandatory coat check.