Exploring the Fusion of Danceable Techno and Funk Through the Group Deee-Lite
The trio of Lady Miss Kier, Supa DJ Dmitry and jungle DJ Towa Tei, otherwise known as Deee-Lite, started out as the duo of Lady Miss Kier on vocals and Dmitry as the DJ in 1986. Kier and Dmitry would perform their songs monthly in various downtown New York area nightclubs from hip-hop and house to straight and gay venues while drawing a diverse following. The band’s appeal was its inclusiveness, individuality, fusion of danceable techno/funk sounds, and their ability to make a concert seem like a party that could be attended by everyone. Those early shows garnered a devoted followi...
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