Artist

Nicky Siano

1973-1978·New York City

Nicky Siano owned and DJed at the Gallery, where he developed a three-turntable technique that let him layer and blend sound in ways most booths couldn't match. He passed that method on directly to both Larry Levan and Frankie Knuckles before either had become the figures who would go on to shape disco and, later, house music.

The full story is in New York Disco.

At a glance

Active
1973–1978
From
New York City, USA

In the issues

  • New York Disco
    An influence · 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.