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MATTE and Whitewall Host A (FRIEZE) PARTY with Moodymann Until 4:30 AM

other · 2026-05-22

During Frieze New York week, creative studio MATTE partnered with Whitewall to host 'A (FRIEZE) PARTY,' a late-night event that drew thousands. The party featured Detroit DJ Kenny Dixon Jr., known as Moodymann, who played past his scheduled 3:30 AM close until 4:30 AM. Notable attendees included Olympic gold medalist Shaun White, Keinemusik's Rampa, DJ Kitty Ca$h, model Ella Emhoff, and comedian Nick Kroll. Eataly provided 250 mini tiramisus at 2 AM. The event marked MATTE's return to major New York nightlife after a four-year hiatus, positioning itself as the anchor party for Frieze week.

Key facts

  • MATTE collaborated with Whitewall for 'A (FRIEZE) PARTY' during Frieze New York week.
  • Moodymann (Kenny Dixon Jr.) performed until 4:30 AM, past his scheduled 3:30 AM close.
  • Thousands attempted to enter, with queues stretching two avenues.
  • Attendees included Shaun White, Rampa, Kitty Ca$h, Ella Emhoff, and Nick Kroll.
  • Eataly delivered 250 mini tiramisus at 2 AM.
  • The party was MATTE's first major New York event in four years.
  • The event aimed to be the defining late-night party of Frieze week.
  • The crowd was described as a mix of downtown regulars, art-week attendees, and music enthusiasts.

Entities

Artists

  • Moodymann (Kenny Dixon Jr.)
  • Kitty Ca$h
  • Rampa

Institutions

  • MATTE
  • Whitewall
  • Frieze
  • Eataly

Locations

  • New York
  • Detroit

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