Justin Stride ( EX Dirty Martini/Revolution Resident for 14 years) Plus Event DJ with full Rig
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Get ready for an unforgettable night of house, funk, soul and everything in between as Black Sonix takes to the decks at The Botanist Exeter. Justin Stride, known for fourteen years as a Revolution resident and a cornerstone of Cardiff's vibrant DJ scene, brings his expertly curated sound to our friendly cocktail bar and restaurant on High Street. From soulful vocal house to cutting-edge deep house productions, Black Sonix knows how to keep the dancefloor moving with an eclectic mix spanning house, hip hop, R&B, disco and open format beats.
Whether you're looking to enjoy craft cocktails whilst catching live music or dancing late into the evening, Black Sonix's dynamic set promises something for everyone. Drawing on years of production credits with respected labels and artists, he combines old school grooves with new school innovation—the perfect soundtrack for a night out in Exeter.
Join us at The Botanist Exeter for an evening of expertly mixed music, quality drinks and great food. Black Sonix is bringing the energy to Guildhall Shopping Centre—it's an event you won't want to miss.
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Justin | Open Format DJ Justin is a highly experienced and versatile open-format DJ with an extensive background performing across bars, clubs and premium venues. A resident DJ at Revolution for 14 years and Dirty Martini for 5 years, Justin has built his career around one of the most important skills a DJ can have — the ability to read a room and adapt to the crowd in front of him. Over the years, Justin has performed at a wide range of well-known venues including The Botanist, Gaucho, Pacha, Emporium and Peppermint, alongside many other bars, clubs, events and private functions. That breadth of experience has made Justin a genuinely versatile DJ. From sophisticated early-evening sets and premium cocktail bars through to high-energy Saturday nights and packed late-night dancefloors, he’s equally comfortable creating the atmosphere as he is taking a venue through to closing time. Musically, Justin’s open-format sets can move effortlessly across House, Dance, Disco, Funk, R&B, Hip-Hop, UK Garage, Drum & Bass, 80s, 90s, 00s, party classics and current music. The music is always adapted to suit the venue, the occasion and, most importantly, the people in the room. Rather than relying on a rigid pre-planned playlist, Justin DJs in the moment. Crowd reaction, energy and atmosphere determine where the set goes next. Years of residency experience have given him the confidence to know when to let a track breathe, when to change direction, when to introduce another genre and when it’s time to take the energy up another level. His long-running residencies have meant playing to an enormous variety of audiences and adapting night after night. One booking might require a sophisticated, commercially focused soundtrack, while another could move through house and club classics before switching into R&B, hip-hop, garage or drum & bass. Versatility isn’t simply a description of Justin’s style — it’s been at the heart of his career. Professional, reliable and approachable, Justin is comfortable working with venue management, promoters, event organisers and private clients. Requests are always welcomed where appropriate and incorporated naturally into the night without compromising the flow of the set. Whether the brief calls for a polished early-evening soundtrack, a busy cocktail bar, a high-energy Saturday night or a packed late-night dancefloor, Justin brings the experience, musical knowledge and ability to understand exactly what the room needs. Read the room. Build the atmosphere. Fill the dancefloor.
Friendly cocktail bar & restaurant serving food, brunch, hearty roasts, live music and late night drinks in Exeter, Devon.
