Promoter Focus: Ahora

Image: Route 94

Ahora have officially made their mark on Sheffield's underground scene. Following their inaugural event with CUFF label bosses Amine Edge & Dance at the O2 Academy, they've announced two stellar line ups for November and December with Route 94, Catz N Dogz and Duke Dumont. 

At a point where electronic music events are rife in popularity, it's crucial for a new event to come in with a bang, and Ahora did exactly that with their first event. Equally as important is proving that these quality line ups will continue to be announced in order for an event to gain a positive status with clubbers.  

On Saturday 22nd November, Ahora welcome chart topper Route 94 to Sheffield. Formally known as dubstep artist Dream, Route 94 took his hand to house and techno, and the results were jaw-dropping. His track 'My Love' went straight to number 1 in the UK charts, and continues to get hammered by radio stations and DJs alike.

At only 20 years of age, Route 94's sound is impressively mature, and his approach to making music has set him apart from the rest. Joining him are Polish duo Catz N Dogz. The pair's bass-driven tracks and techno roots have combined to create a sound that has become signature to them (check out their Boiler Room above). Head here for tickets. 

On Friday 12th December another artist who is no stranger to the charts, Duke Dumont, will take centre stage. The Blase Boys Club main man has reached mainstream success, but has still maintained his underground credibility. His sets are filled with a mix of well-known bangers and also his picks of the best house music (check out his set in Ibiza above).

Joining Duke Dumont is the multi-talented Jax Jones and Blase Boys Club signed Kiwi. Get your tickets for the December event here.