DJ SHANI

Chicago born & raised. Chicago & Paris Educated. Creator of "The Groove Temple". Radio Personality. DJ. Music Journalist. MS & cancer warrior. Curating the Black side of Electronic music. Spreading love through my Universal Groove.

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This Saturday, join me and a host of others for DJ Lóa's annual Birthday Bash, "Leo Fest" at Lulu's! My set's 9-10.

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Join #KUTX & #THEGROOVETEMPLE for TOGETHER VOL 4: Another Juneteenth house music Boogie Sat 6/15 9pm-1am. This go round we have first timers, Tim (ATX) & DJ Nimbus(HTX)! They’ll both be going back to back all night long. Open to all, especially our mobility impaired sisters and brothers.

See you on the dance floor.

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If he meant anything to you, and you have the time, I'm sure he'd love for you to be there. Will it be rough? Yes. Will you cry? Probably. Will there be strength in regaining the community you thought was lost? Yup! Posse up and show CG some love!

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It's been a minute. Houston, WYA?

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Remembering DJ Chicken George - KUTX

The Groove Temple's DJ Shani remembers jazztronica pioneer and Third Root member DJ Chicken George, who died on May 10, 2024

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Bring the family, bring your dog, bring your UNO cards, bring your good vibes! I go 8-9! No Cover.

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Excited to announce I'll be starting off the Rally for Truth, Justice & Love feat Dr. Cornel West! 11-1!!

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For the second year in a row, I'm participating in Walk MS.

Donate what you can!

I'm participating in Walk MS®️

You can help support groundbreaking research, provide life-changing services and guarantee a supportive community for those who need it most

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One week from today!!

On Tuesday, April 2, the Long Center and Health Alliance for Austin Musicians are excited to bring you a special evening with Brené Brown, Texas Monthly’s John Spong, and Austin artists, Gina Chavez and Carrie Rodriguez presented by Fern Santini Collaborative with support from Soriya Estes & Kelli House.

Through the course of the evening, researcher, storyteller, and professor, author, podcast host, and Texan, Dr. Brené Brown, John Spong, and Austin musicians Gina Chavez and Carrie Rodriguez will use storytelling and song to explore the issues that make us human – love, loss, change, and hope.

Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit HAAM and its mission to provide access to affordable healthcare to Austin’s low-income, working musicians. Funds from this event support HAAM’s programs and will directly help Austin-area musicians afford life-saving health insurance and services. Since 2005, HAAM has helped over 6,700 musicians access over $144M in healthcare services, including primary and specialty care, mental, dental, hearing, wellness, and vision services.

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On Tuesday, April 2, the Long Center and Health Alliance for Austin Musicians are excited to bring you a special evening with Brené Brown, Texas Monthly’s John Spong, and Austin artists, Gina Chavez and Carrie Rodriguez presented by Fern Santini Collaborative with support from Soriya Estes & Kelli House. 

Through the course of the evening, researcher, storyteller, and professor, author, podcast host, and Texan, Dr. Brené Brown, John Spong, and Austin musicians Gina Chavez and Carrie Rodriguez will use storytelling and song to explore the issues that make us human – love, loss, change, and hope.

Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit HAAM and its mission to provide access to affordable healthcare to Austin’s low-income, working musicians. Funds from this event support HAAM’s programs and will directly help Austin-area musicians afford life-saving health insurance and services. Since 2005, HAAM has helped over 6,700 musicians access over $144M in healthcare services, including primary and specialty care, mental, dental, hearing, wellness, and vision services.

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NighttimeLab 2024 at SXSW: Shaping the Future of Nightlife

Visit us in Austin we will talk about what can night bring to the future!

Happy SXSW! I’m speaking on a panel TUES 3/12 discussing how to shape the future of nightlife. RSVP for free to attend this great discussion about #UrbanPlanning #sustainability #access #safety.

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#VibeLab panel. A #sustainable tomorrow. Free and open to your public!

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https://sxsunday2024.splashthat.com/

Next show for me. Free and open to the public!

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VibeLab's Unveiling at SXSW: How can Nightlife go towards greener future and what role does AI play - NIGHTTIME.ORG

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 18:00 – 20:00 CST 🎟️ Signup: Get your free ticket 📍 Location: Thompson Hotel, 506read morearrow_f

I'm excited to announce that I'll be on a SXSW panel discussing a greener future in nightlife. Free and open to the public at the Thompson Hotel 6-8pm. Presented by VibeLab part of German House. Get your free tickets here!

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More details here for the Official Relaunch of #FreedomFridays with resident #DJShani & Special guest #Veneer !! RSVP for free entry.

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You are cordially invited to The Groove Temple's UNITED VOL 8: A Black History Month Boogie. We can't express our excitement about our 8th annual celebration of blackness, house music culture, women, fellowship, and dance in #Austin! This go-round, we welcome for the first time ever DJ BLUE LOTUS (SATX/ATX) and DJ LÓA (NYC/ATX), and LetaK Photography, alongside the creator of “UNITED”, DJ SHANI (CHI/ATX)! This one-of-a-kind event, in partnership with #Polaroid, is where you need to be for a dose of your #BlackHistoryMonth celebration!

We will always educate #Austin about the #AfricanAmerican and #LGBTQ+ communities that created #HouseMusic in #Chicago! DJ Lóa, DJ Blue Lotus, and DJ Shani will play a mix of #DeepHouse#SoulfulHouse #ClassicHouse #GospelHouse #AfroHouse & #TechHouse all night long.

The Groove Temple and Limestone Rooftop (Cambria Hotel - Downtown) are committed to ensuring that our #MobilityImpaired sisters and brothers are able to come and boogie with us! Take the elevator to the 16th floor to join our gathering. If you use wheelchairs, walkers, canes and any other devices, you are always welcome. There is also a ton of seating when you order from the delicious menu. If you have any questions, please email with Subject: UNITED VOL 8 to "[email protected]".

RSVP HERE

ALL ARE WELCOME no matter what you look like or who you love. Come celebrate with us!

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DOUBLE DUTY TONIGHT!

EMPIRE CONTROL ROOM 8-8:45 TICKETS HERE

SECRET GARDEN 11:30-12:30 NO COVER