Ariel Zetina Tickets

Ariel Zetina is a boundary-pushing DJ, producer, and artist known for blending Chicago house, Belizean punta influences, techno, and theater-inspired storytelling. Based in Chicago, Zetina is a central figure in the city’s queer dance music scene, resident at Smartbar, and co-founder of club nights like Rumors. Her work has earned critical acclaim and industry recognition for reshaping electronic music with a distinctly approach to rhythm, performance, and narrative.

On her debut album Cyclorama (Local Action, 2022), Zetina builds expansive soundscapes that fuse genre lines and theatrical elements. The record’s lead single Have You Ever, featuring Cae Monáe, highlights her knack for collaborative storytelling and dynamic live-ready energy. Zetina continues to release singles and remixes, including 2024 tracks Diva Down (featuring Glamour Cadaver) and Shade Rattle, as well as Cyclorama Remixes volumes. She remains a trusted name in Chicago’s club circuit, bringing a lively, inclusive, and non-stop party atmosphere to venues across the city.

Whether spinning at Smartbar, curating nights, or performing at festivals and tours, Zetina connects with audiences through bold basslines, intricate percussion, and immersive, narrative-driven sets. Her work has been spotlighted by industry outlets and peers, including a nomination for DJ Mag Best of North America Breakthrough DJ in 2022 and recognition by GRAMMY.com as part of a wave of trans and nonbinary artists reshaping electronic music.

Explore Ariel Zetina’s discography, from the durational textures of Cyclorama to the high-energy remix culture surrounding the Cyclorama Remixes series. Follow her on Instagram @arielzetina and explore her Bandcamp and SoundCloud pages for releases, unreleased tracks, and exclusive mixes. Stay updated with upcoming tour dates and Chicago performances, including Smartbar residencies and 2025 live dates in the city. For press, bookings, or collaboration inquiries, use the social links and official profiles listed below.