The New Parish

ROOTS
LadyRyan, a Bay area favorite, has been rocking crowds coast to coast for close to a decade.  Her music and voice have been riding the wave of partygoers in major cities such as New York City, San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles, Seattle and the nation's capitol Washington D.C..

LadyRyan’s passion for music started at an early age singing in her Church choir at 6, sampling and making beats at 20, and ultimately tapping into her true passion buying her first set of turntables at 23.  
 
FRUITS
This diverse DJ is known for the energy exchange she shares with her crowds in every song selection and tune she sings. 
 
LadyRyan’s talent crosses the board from vinyl to digital ranging in a deep knowledge of Breaks, Soul, Latin, Hip Hop, Funk, Reggae, Afro-beat and Top 40.  She has played and opened up with artists such as George Clinton, Tracy Chapman, Erykah Badu, Digable Planets, Camp Lo, Chef Jarobi of ATCQ, The Internet, Foreign Exchange, Cakes Da Killa, Stic Man of Dead Prez, Flying Lotus, MC Lyte, Goapele, Nina Sky, Peanut Butter Wolf, Rich Medina, Princess Nokia.
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In 2011 “Soulovely” was created into one of the best seasonal outdoor monthly parties packing in hundreds of people at one of Oakland’s most popular clubs: The New Parish. LadyRyan stands as a founding member. She has held long-standing residencies at some of East Bay's most popular clubs and breweries.
 
In 2016 LadyRyan was awarded East Bay Express, Best of the East Bay, Winner 2016 Readers Choice.
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FUTURE
This traveling DJ has many accolades and upcoming events. Be sure to check her schedule to catch a vibe in a city near you!

We are so excited to announce the fourth season of The Sweet Spot!

The Sweet Spot event is a vibrant celebration of queer culture that brings together a diverse community for an unforgettable experience.

Our season opener setting - in the historic New Parish courtyard.

Open sky, energy flowing, music popping and queer joy in a truly iconic venue.