Pure Resonance: Live Music & Vinyl Community Listening Session
Pure Resonance is a Brooklyn-based music collective, led by Vikmatic and Rude Movements.
This residency event is a music series that introduces a combination of live music with DJ sets, all based on improvisation. Every month, Pure Resonance invites a different live musician to perform with them. This month will feature trumpeter, Coulou.
Coulou is a Brooklyn-based musician and producer. He has a YouTube series called ‘coulou’s cafe trumpet meditations’ (with over 55K subscribers) and frequently performs around NYC. He has original music up on all streaming platforms - his latest album, ‘only flowers because they fall’ was released in September of 2024. He also frequently collaborates with other artists and producers, such as his latest collaboration with Danilo Braca on Danilo’s ‘Say Hi’ EP. @coulou_
Vikmatic is a Brooklyn-based DJ & producer. He grew up surrounded by the sounds of Indian classical, jazz, and fusion music. This has an influence on his DJ sets today and overall sound that he produces. He is a resident on the music listening platform Boxout.fm and frequently DJs in NYC, at venues such as: Eavesdrop, Night Club 101, Commune, Suono and The Brooklyn Museum. He is also working on original music that is slated to be released this year. Vik is continuously inspired by spaces which allow for creation, introspection and interaction. The Loft party, Cosmic Arts, Commune, and Head Hi are some of the spaces in NYC that Vik frequents for inspiration and community connection. @vikmatic
This event is part of the New York Asian Arts Festival 2025:
The New York Asian Arts Festival (NYAAF) is dedicated to amplifying AAPI artistic voices, fostering community through creative connection, and creating accessible pathways into the arts.
About New York Asian Arts Festival: This May, we’re thrilled to launch the first-ever New York Asian Arts Festival: a citywide celebration spotlighting underrepresented Asian American artistry and reimagining of how we engage with culture through art.
From curated exhibitions of talented Asian artists to hands-on activations in partnership with art studios across the city, NYAAF invites you to create + connect with the community. Follow along and sign up for updates: nyasianartsfestival.com
Co-hosted by @itmeanslight x @discoverakin