Artist

Michael Brody

1977-1987·New York City

Michael Brody ran Paradise Garage as sole proprietor from 1977, housing it inside a converted parking garage on King Street with a car ramp for an entrance. He hired sound engineer Richard Long, who treated the Garage as his laboratory, and gave Larry Levan a residency that lasted a full decade and defined what a club sound system, and a club DJ, could be.

The full story is in New York Disco.

At a glance

Active
1977–1987
From
New York City, USA

In the issues

  • New York Disco
    Supporting cast · 1970-1983 · Members

    New York Disco is a music scene from New York City, USA, 1970–1983. Its principal artists include David Mancuso, Larry Levan, Nile Rodgers and Chic. This issue covers 7 essential albums and 13 dated events.