Yanna Lynette

Born and Raised on the West side, Chicago native Yanna Lynette carries a tradition that spans generations. To them, DJ’ing is about playing from the heart and soul rather than technical perfection. Playing and exploring the expansive and deep sounds of the Black Diaspora, from the hard and rhythmic sounds of  the Midwest all the way to the unlimiting, drum heavy sounds of Africa— Yanna is honoring the sonics of the past and those that come before them, whilst blending and pushing this sound forward. Their sound affirms a simple truth: these are not separate genres, but one collective Black message stretched across tempos and frequencies.  Yanna has had the privilege to take this love and research of music to various places across Chicago, playing and speaking at venues such as Podlaise, The California Clipper, The Whistler, The Chicago House Music Festival, The Chicago Cultural Center, and more.. Their diligence and respect to the craft has also landed them the privilege of being on lineups alongside trailblazers and those who have spearheaded House music culture such as; Kai Alcé, Duane Powell, Celeste Alexander, Gene Hunt, DJ Lady D, K’ Alexi Shelby, Emmaculate, JKRIV of Razor ‘n Tape (NYC), and more.    When it comes to creating community-minded dance floors, Yanna is connecting sonics throughout the Black Diaspora for people to move to in rhythm, spirit, and joy.