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