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Fresh from Ibiza, Airrica returns for another Art of the Wild party in Las Vegas

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Wynn Nightlife’s Art of the Wild has been a lot of things to a lot of people during its first five mini-festivals, but one thing it has always been about is creating and sustaining a groove. The artists and vibes vary, but the rhythm never stops rolling.

The same can be said for a set from Boston-born DJ Airrica, who has been building her reputation in Ibiza in recent years, arguably the groove capital of the world.

“I like to explore within my sets to keep a curious feel but I always keep one thing consistent,” she says. “I love keeping the groove, curating a playful feeling through my sets that keeps building the energy higher.”

Airrica made her Art of the Wild debut at this year’s spring event, and she’s back as part of the Animale party at XS on November 12, the second day of the three-day dance music extravaganza. After the elrow bash with Camelphat, Bastian Bux and more at Encore Beach Club, Airrica teams with Dixon, Áme and Trikk, all of whom bring different house and techno sounds to the weekend.

“I truly enjoy being a part of different and colorful lineups as I get the chance to be experimental. Playing alongside [those artists] allows me to bring a moodier energy,” Airrica says.

“I tend to bring in many psychedelia elements as well. Art of the Wild and XS do an amazing job by really creating a full sensory experience, touching on all these senses with visuals, lighting, a wide scope of artists ... and the energy of the people that all come to dance.”

This year has been pivotal for the LA-based musician, and her appearances at Wynn are just the beginning. After a spectacular summer at Hï Ibiza and Club Chinois, Airrica is preparing for her first proper release this month, a “dance floor groover” called “Defect” on Damian Lazarus’ Rebellion label.(Lazarus, an Art of the Wild veteran, headlines his own Wild Is Love party November 11 at Encore Beach Club.)

“I feel that my career has really kicked off, this year” Airrica says. “I had an amazing first Ibiza season and have exciting things ahead for 2023. My focus right now is to keep working on music and imprinting my sound through releases.”

Whether it’s in Spain’s party mecca or right here on the Strip, that imprint translates into an overwhelmingly feel-good experience—days and nights of dancing and enjoying togetherness.

“The dancefloor is an escape for some people, and I always keep that in mind during my sets.”

ANIMALE With Airrica, Dixon, Áme, Trikk. November 12, 10:30 p.m., $100+. XS Nightclub, wynnsocial.com.

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