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Downtempo Events This Month in New York City
Emerging from the UK in the late 1980s, downtempo is a genre of electronic music defined by its slow tempos and atmospheric, chilled-out textures. Find upcoming Downtempo events in New York City this month below.
Downtempo Events This Month · New York City
THU 6 AUG
Haute Cultura Networking Mixer
soulr&bjazz
Flairmaison Bar and Lounge
Tasting experience
loungeelectronicdowntempo
Althea’s Hideaway Lounge, Nightclub & Rooftop
Cigars & cocktails
jazzsouldowntempo
Althea’s Hideaway Lounge, Nightclub & Rooftop
New Thousand | GO ALAN GO | REGOTHERESHEGO | NAZ | COVE
New Thousand, regothereshego, Go Alan Go, NAZ, COVE
electronichip hopexperimental
New York City
Pressure Point Dance Party
Grant Rossi, Nothing_neue, Noah Lexi, siliso
electronicbeatsdowntempo
Green Lung Studio
Vinyl After Hours
Vinyl After Hours
jazzsoulblues
Mezzrow
FRI 7 AUG
Soundscape Experience by Jordan Arena
Jordan Arena
ambientexperimentaldowntempo
Silence Please
Aloha Friday: A Hawaiian Evening
tropicalhawaiianworld
Moondog HiFi
DREAM ROOM: Sound Meditation with Samer Ghadry
Samer Ghadry
ambientexperimentalsound art
Public Records
Frantz
Frantz
electronichouseambient
Eavesdrop
15 Years of Darker Than Wax
LEFTO EARLY BIRD, Nappy Nina, Jasmine Li, Haseeb Iqbal, Honey Bun, Marco Weibel, Mawkus, John Silas
bass tripexperimental hip hopdowntempo
Elsewhere
June Cavalan
June Cavalan
jazzsoulblues
The Jazz Club at Aman New York
SAT 8 AUG
The Nursery: Mare Nara
Mare Nara, Gabby Cocco, Rachel Opert, James Axon
electronicambientindie
Public Records
The Ocean In Our Dreams with Swaya
Swaya
ambientexperimentalclassical
Silence Please
Open Waters Sunset Boat Series
Lahm, Vynl, Existic, Petite, Malley, Freestyle, Gee, Jason, Saadfather
electronicindie dancehard techno
Pier 78 at Hudson River Park
Saturday Sets w Mwandishi
Mwandishi
deep housedowntempofunk
Damballa
Pure People
Jasmine Li, Suasimodo, Lauren Yoon, Wayki
downtempoelectronicambient
Mood Ring
FIMA CHUPAKHIN - James Robbins - Corey Garcia - Set and Jam Session
Fima Trio
jazzcontemporary jazzexperimental
Close Up
SUN 9 AUG
Damian Ashton
Damian Ashton
electronicambientdowntempo
Eavesdrop
Sunday Afterglow (skate)
ambientdowntempoelectronic
Xanadu Roller Arts
The Cigar Brunch
jazzsoulblues
Soirée Restaurant & Lounge
Phil Spank
Phil Spank
electronichouseambient
Eavesdrop
FOR THE SOUND LOVERS
Djavan Guy, purp
electrohousedeep house
Happyfun Hideaway
MON 10 AUG
Sound profile
A downtempo sound.
energy
25
danceability
35
valence
45
grit
25
organicness
55
commerciality
45
tempo
25
vocality
30
About Downtempo
Emerging from the UK in the late 1980s, downtempo is a genre of electronic music defined by its slow tempos and atmospheric, chilled-out textures. It bridges the gap between the ethereal soundscapes of ambient music and the rhythmic structures of hip-hop or house, often utilizing mid-tempo breakbeats and deep basslines. Instrumentation typically blends organic elements like jazz-inspired guitars and electric pianos with synthesized pads and sampled loops to create a relaxed, introspective mood. Unlike its high-energy counterparts in the rave scene, downtempo prioritizes a laid-back listening experience suitable for lounges or domestic settings, maintaining a strong semantic connection to trip-hop while generally exhibiting a smoother, less abrasive production style.
Also known as: Downbeat
Parent genre:Electronic
Downtempo events in New York City this month - FAQ
- What Downtempo events are in New York City this month?
- Mood tracks all Downtempo events in New York City this month - club nights, concerts, DJ sets, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily as new events are announced. Each listing includes the full lineup, venue address, ticket prices, and a direct purchase link. Browse the complete monthly schedule above to plan ahead and book before events sell out.
- Where can I find Downtempo in New York City this month?
- Emerging from the UK in the late 1980s, downtempo is a genre of electronic music defined by its slow tempos and atmospheric, chilled-out textures. Find every Downtempo venue and event in New York City this month above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
- What is Downtempo music?
- Emerging from the UK in the late 1980s, downtempo is a genre of electronic music defined by its slow tempos and atmospheric, chilled-out textures. It bridges the gap between the ethereal soundscapes of ambient music and the rhythmic structures of hip-hop or house, often utilizing mid-tempo breakbeats and deep basslines. Instrumentation typically blends organic elements like jazz-inspired guitars and electric pianos with synthesized pads and sampled loops to create a relaxed, introspective mood. …
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