BackbeatLA

Located in Highland Park, Los Angeles, On Maritime Records is a haven for music lovers. Inspired by their passion for collecting records and DJing, the shop's owners and brothers opened its doors in 2022 and quickly became the go-to spot for local DJs to find tunes before hitting the decks. Specializing in Dance 12" singles, Funk/Soul, Jazz, and rare finds, their curated selection caters to collectors and diggers alike. Embracing all genres, from world music to avant-garde, they foster a vibrant community where music lovers unite.

Ashley Younniä is a New Jersey-born, LA-based DJ who dives into the expansion of sound as an affirmation of self and the spiritual healing power of house music. Growing up dancing in the parks and on stage, she spent most of her upbringing waking up to the beat of house music. She draws inspiration from the energy of house, gospel house, disco and high-affirming power vocals, empowering us all to live freely and openly with pure love. She shouts loudly and proudly that house music is black music, and her DJ sets are an ode to the aunties and uncles still dancing in the parks.

L.A.-born artist Eric Coleman began taking pictures at the age of twelve. His youthful hobby blossomed into a successful career as a professional photographer. Over a decade, Coleman developed a unique and innovative style. Studying at the Royal College of Art in London further deepened his appreciation and enthusiasm for photography. There, he honed his craft with top-level professionals and cultivated his distinctive style of visual communication. His photographs grace the pages of numerous publications and have been featured in shoots for record labels like Stones Throw, Warner Brothers Music, JazzySport Japan, and more.

Salenta the Selecta is a DJ and musician from Los Angeles with roots from Brooklyn, NY. Spinning vinyl is her favorite; and she tends to spin a range of genres like hiphop, experimental, house, soul and techno. Salenta has co-curated live events in NYC under the moniker THE PUSH NYC circa 2015-2022 with acts like Ras G, Foisey, Yaeji, H31R, Dj Harrison, Lionmilk, Quelle Chris, Pink Siifu, Ohbliv and more. She currently performs in an improvisational piano and cello duo called Salenta + Topu, and recently released “Moon Set, Moon Rise” on vinyl via Futura Resistenza.