_______________________________ Brooklyn-born and globally tuned, John Major is a lifelong dancer who has been building + shaking dance floors for over two decades. Raised in the pulse of NYC and the grit of North Jersey, Major's sound defies easy categorization, blending the underground currents of his early years with the eclecticism of the San Francisco Bay Area’s vibrant queer scene. Co-creator of multiple legendary institutions—Boston’s Redtail Collective & Firefly Arts Festival, San Francisco’s BAAAHS & Polyglamorous, and Oakland’s Pyramid Scheme & By The Way East Bay—Major’s contributions have shaped both the cultural and sonic landscapes of both coasts. His sets are known for weaving deep grooves, polyrhythmic melodies, and unpredictable twists—an embodiment of his diverse influences, from East Coast warehouse raves to the immersive soundscapes of West Coast underground getaways. Major finds joy not only as a performing DJ but also as an architect of experiences, having spent 30 years producing some of the most unusual, avant-garde underground events across the country. With equal footing in event production and performance, he delights in taking risks and strives to unlock that special magic that happens on dancefloors when it all ‘works.’ Whether playing to intimate gatherings or festival crowds, Major moves bodies and minds with precision, intent, and just the right amount of chaos. Collaboration is a key element in everything Major creates. From founding collectives to producing events, he thrives on group efforts. While solo sets are deeply rewarding, his B2B sets bring a unique energy, particularly in his long-running collaboration with Josette Melchor as 'JMxJM.' Catch him live, and expect a set that’s more than music—it’s an experience, forged in decades of passion, practice, and boundary-pushing creativity. _______________________________ _______________________________ Current Residencies: Toddler Disco (SF, precita park), By The Way (Oakland), Pyramid Scheme (East Bay) Past Residencies: Polyglamorous (SF), BAAAHS (SF), Comfort & Joy (SF), Firefly / Redtail (Boston) _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________ Fact Magazine (UK) selected Major's "Leather Forever Mix" (which he produced for Honey Soundsystem's Potcast series), as one of the 26 best mixes of 2019. Describing it as "an extra-special treat" and "saucy, strapping house from SF." _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________ Other passions include: laminating, hotlines, laughing.