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Ever wondered how to truly stand out in a city of DJs and dancefloor legends? 👀👇
Meet TNA: house head, groove curator, Minneapolis scene-shaper. She breaks down how showing up—literally and musically—set the foundation for her rise from secret living room sessions to opening for Chris Lake.
Key gems from her story:
- The best music discoveries happen with Shazam ready and your eyes on the dancefloor.
- Nightlife here isn’t just a scene, it’s a tight-knit family. Your face in the crowd matters.
- Curation is a craft: the more intentional you are, the more unique your sound becomes.
- Want in? Say yes to opportunities, ask for help, practice with friends, and be seen—your community will shape your artistry.
In a city where DJs know who’s showing up and every party’s a reunion, Tina proves it’s all about bringing your own flavor, making real connections, and playing with purpose.
Part 1 The Conversation – Our interview with @akadjtna
Part 2 B2B DJ Set with @djharryduran
You can find Behind the Decks MPLS on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or your favorite podcast app. Links in BIO.
#MPLShouse #DJcommunity #TwinCitiesMusic #HouseMusicCulture #MinneapolisNightlife
Podcast Production by @IAMHarryDuran 🙏
Co producer @angelmsandro
Brought to you by @djharryduran
rise & vibe ☕️🎶
thank you to everyone who came through and eased into the morning with us 💙
special shoutout to @risebagelco for opening their space, @fifthlegend for capturing these beautiful moments, and @thisisctrl for helping bring the vision to life✨
📸: @fifthlegend
#minneapolis #twincities #housemusic #ctrl #riseandvibe
Check out this upcoming events for this week! As always, ticket link is in bio or visit .
—FEATURED EVENTS—
Pelagia
📍 Raag After Dark @raag.afterdark
🗓️ April 23, 2026
⏰ 9pm - midnight
🎵 @sarkanotra
🎟️ Free
For more information check out @pelagia.mn
Expect a curated journey of Indo Wave and Afro House sounds throughout the night.
CTRL House Music Series
📍 Modist Brewing @modistbrewing
🗓️ April 25, 2026
⏰ 2pm - 6pm
🎵 @akadjtna@ashleyslyter@thill22@wastedgrief
🎟️ Free
For more information check out @thisisctrl
For the final week of house curated by TNA, expect house, disco, and community connection.
Macanda HiFi DJ Series No. 4 - Ramy Mishriky
📍 Macanda @macandahifi
🗓️ April 25, 2026
⏰ 10pm - 2am
🎵 @ramymishriky@djsouzo
🎟️ $25 - $40
For more information check out @macandahifi
Expect a night of house music embodied by Ramy’s influences from Cairo to Los Angeles with diverse and eclectic rhythms.
THIS SATURDAY APRIL 18TH! I'll be spinning with @sammyfigz and @sheltron.wav for the CTRL House Music Series at @modistbrewing ! Free entry, so bring your friends!
Saturday 2-6pm
Check out these great upcoming events this week! Check them out at or link in bio.
—FEATURED EVENTS—
FashionMSP Presents: Metamorphosis
📍 Hewing Hotel @hewinghotel
🗓️ Wednesday, April 15, 2026
⏰ 5pm - 8pm
🎟️ Tickets: $30
For more info see @fashionmsp.co@opitzoutlet@whereshewore
Metamorphosis is an immersive fashion experience celebrating transformation, sustainability, and community.
Soulstice
📍 Eat Street Crossing @escapebar.mpls@eatstreetcrossing
🗓️ Thursday, April 16, 2026
⏰ 10pm - 1am
🎵 @gabrielgregnani@sarkanotra
For more info see @soulstice.mn
Soulstice at ESC on Thursday brings the vibes with incredible house and electronic beats.
CTRL: House Music Series
📍Modist Brewing @modistbrewing
🗓️ Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ 2pm - 6pm
🎵 @akadjtna@mickey.breeze@sammyfigz@sheltron.wav
🎟️ FREE
For more info see @thisisctrl
Curated house music experience by Minneapolis-based DJ TNA, blending groove, warmth, and intentional energy to create moments of connection on and off the dance floor.
#minneapolis #housemusic #edm #fashion #events
Check out these amazing featured events happening this week! Get your tickets at or link is in the bio. 🎟️
—FEATURED EVENTS—
Soulstice - Thursdays at ESC
📍 Eat Street Crossing @escapebar.mpls@eatstreetcrossing
🗓️ Thursday - April 9
⏰ 10pm - 2am
🎵 @gabrielgregnani@el.xaca
🎟️ Men: $10, Women: Free
For more info check out @soulstice.mn
Expect a community of music and vibes with Afro House and Latin House all night long.
CUMBIATON
📍 Union Rooftop @unionrooftop_nightlife
🗓️ Friday - April 10
⏰ 10pm - 2am
🎵 @dj_mike_fonseca@dj_zenn@djyobany
🎟️ Tickets: $10
For more info check out @tentacionnightlife
Cumbia and reggaeton all night long with the amazing views of downtown in the background.
CTRL: House Music Series
📍 Modist Brewing Co. @modistbrewing
🗓️ Saturday - April 11
⏰ 2pm - 6pm
🎵 @akadjtna@baby_boppin@cudvig@luckytheunfortunate
🎟️ Tickets: Free
For more info check out @thisisctrl
Catch some house vibes brought to you by some of the best talent in town!
A Social Canvas
📍 Asher Bar & Grille @ashersbarmn
🗓️ Saturday - April 11
⏰ 2pm - 7pm
🎵 @dj.mpoe@djraymills
🎟️ Tickets: $20, Raffle: $5
For more info check out @firststepnetworksolutions@tezzybandz
Curated daytime art showcase and social gathering featuring artists, vendors, and vibes.
ECLYPSE
📍 Eat Street Crossing @escapebar.mpls@eatstreetcrossing
🗓️ Saturday - April 11
⏰ 10pm - 2am
🎟️ Tickets: $20
For more info check out @innerbeatsevents@santoperrreo
Blending the raw fire of reggaeton with the electric soul of edm. Dance the night away!
The Basement (Chicago)
📍 Pulse Night Club @pulse.roselle
🗓️ Saturday - April 11
⏰ 10pm - 3am
🎵 @gabrielgregnani@deejayyal
🎟️ Tickets: $20
For more info check out @thebasementchicago
Expect perreo and reggaeton beats all night long.
#events #minneapolis #chicago #reggaeton #housemusic
we’re baaaacckkkk, but with something a little different
introducing CTRL 🌀
a new house music series curated by @akadjtna
kicking things off this april
every saturday @modistbrewing (2–6pm)
bringing some of my favorite djs with me all month
for modist’s anniversary
this is just the beginning — more CTRL soon
come catch a vibe
