HE.SHE.THEY. resident, London-based DJ and producer SYREETA is known for her authentic, fearless, and inclusive approach to both life and music. A proud British, queer, black woman, she’s breaking barriers in the dance music scene. SYREETA’s ability to read and energize crowds has earned her international acclaim, with sets spanning house and techno at iconic venues like Fabric, Watergate, and Ibiza’s top clubs including Amnesia. SYREETA is also making waves as a producer, with releases on Spinnin’ Records, Edible, and HE.SHE.THEY., along with remixes for Inner City and Dense & Pika.
Interview with SYREETA
Hello SYREETA, how is your life going at the moment and how are you enjoying the summer?
Hey Hey, I’m really well thank you. Summer has got off to a great start, I’ve traveled to some amazing places, from Dubai to NYC, Ibiza to Glastonbury… Sharing the stage with icons such as Black Coffee, Carl Cox, Kerri Chandler & Skepta. I haven’t stopped smiling and feeling very grateful, and it’s not over yet.
How does it feel to be a key resident at HE.SHE.THEY in Amnesia Ibiza alongside such legendary names like Ewan McVicar, Marcel Dettmann, Ben Klock, and Horse Meat Disco?
Knowing that you’re part of something that celebrates you for being you no matter what, makes you feel seen, and that’s one of the many reasons I love being a resident. Their inclusive and diverse lineups, means you get to share the stages with many well-respected artists in the game, gain new experiences, and push boundaries.
Can you share with us the journey that led you to become a resident DJ at one of the most iconic clubs in the world?
I had been following HE.SHE.THEY’S journey a few months after their 1st show at MInistry of Sound, after reading up on their ethos, and seeing the most fun & wild videos, I knew it was something I wanted to be a part of. I went to IMS in 2019 and was introduced to Steven Braines. We chatted for around 40 mins and I knew that we were aligned. He invited me to their 1st birthday at Fabric that wknd, and I couldn’t wait to experience a HE.SHE.THEY party, and it did not disappoint. A few months later I was invited to play their Brighton Pride party, I continued to play for their parties and after a couple of years, I was asked to become a resident. I have been able to play at some of the best clubs in the world with HE.SHE.THEY and the brand is just getting bigger and better.
HE.SHE.THEY is known for its inclusive and boundary-pushing ethos. How do you feel this aligns with your personal and musical values?
Authenticity, Inclusive, and diversity are core values to me both personally and musically. So it automatically aligns.
Being a black queer female, I want to show aspiring artists who are like me, that you can be seen, and your goals are obtainable by being your authentic self, and not having to compromise.
What can the audience expect from your sets at HE.SHE.THEY this season? Are there any special surprises or unique elements you plan?
Genre blending, high energy and super fun… I get to play raw and unfiltered. The performers and dancers are what help to bring that special He.She.They vibe so when I’m digging for tracks, I’m not just thinking of the audience but also the performers, I make sure I have lots of tracks with attitude where the dancers get to “werk it” to. I also have lots of acapellas which I like to lay over tracks to create a totally unique experience.
Ibiza has a rich history in the dance music scene. How do you think the island’s culture and vibe influence your performances?
Ibiza has always been a place of self-expression, somewhere you can forget all your troubles, you get to have freedom of expression and it’s definitely somewhere to take risks, as it’s a very free-spirited island, and the people that go there understand its culture. The magic and emotions you feel when you’re there are unmatched.
What advice would you give to aspiring DJs who dream of playing at iconic venues like Amnesia?
Before I ever DJ’d on the island, I would go to Amnesia to party with my friends, we would spend all night on the dance floor – I used to visualize myself with these same friends behind the booth playing records to people and eventually with hard work and self-belief it came true. So my advice is, if your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough! Dream big, believe in yourself, put in the work, and make it happen.
Looking forward, what are your plans for the summer? Are there any upcoming projects or collaborations we should look out for?
This summer has already started so well! It’s been a lot of fun! August I have a totally packed schedule, in August I’ll be in Ibiza 3 times to play at Paradise Amnesia, Hi and Ushuaia, I’ll be in Ireland with Carl Cox Cox, Amsterdam, Zurich, also a couple of UK shows, my summer will end with a few shows in the USA, including ARC in Chicago, which I’m really looking forward to. Between gigs I’m in the studio, I’m and I have a few very exciting collaborations which I cannot wait to share! We are only just getting started!
About HE.SHE.THEY
HE.SHE.THEY. is one of Ibiza’s most unique and vibrant gatherings. It is an international family of music lovers that is focused on old-school values of inclusivity, and diversity and welcoming everyone of all genders, all sexualities, and all races. The brand has hosted parties with a weird and wonderful mix of club kids and partygoers at clubs and events all over the world including Glastonbury, Coachella, and Kappa Futur. It debuted at Amnesia Ibiza in 2022 and soon found the world-renowned venue to be a perfect home with its out-of-this-world production and shared party values. Now it returns with an even more brilliant season in 2024.
August highlights include a back-to-back between Berlin house queen Cinthie and Demi Riquísimo on Aug 6, a set from the latest DJ-kicks mix series entrant DJ Boring, and a psyched-out selection from HAAi b2b Gabrielle Kwarteng on Aug 13, high energy trance, techno, and house from Partiboi69 and Hannah Laing on Aug 20 and the freshest curations from Sally C, salute, and Mall Grab b2b Effy on Aug 27.
September will see the sophisticated deep house from Chaos In The CBD and colorful disco from Horse Meat Disco, techno from Berlin favorite Marcel Dettmann, and electro from the one and only Jennifer Cardini. A sexy and stomping set from rising star BASHKKA is also not to be missed. The whole season comes to a heated finale on September 17 when Berghain veteran Ben Klock, tasteful house selector Cassy, raw beat specialists FJAAK, and up-and-coming talent Fabrice all play.
HE.SHE.THEY. is set to be the most talked about party of the Summer, so make sure you are part of the family this season and beyond.
