DIGGIN’ FOR WHAT
CONNECTS US.

Open Crates is a space for understanding who we are to each other through music & mixology.

Life is a journey of learning who we are and how we show up for each other. The songs we love carry pieces of our story. When curated and shared in community, our stories form spaces of deeper meaning.

playlist no. 003

A SPACE TO EXPLORE OURSELVES, AND WHO WE ARE TO EACH OTHER, THROUGH MUSIC

Playlist No. 003 transforms the venue into a communal listening space where a single playlist—built from the room itself—guides the energy of the night.

Once you RSVP, you’ll receive an email inviting you to submit 2–3 songs tied to a single emotional prompt—first love, confidence, reinvention, joy, or heartbreak.

These submissions are treated as personal reflections and become the foundation of the evening’s curated set list, performed live by Open Crates.

There is no expectation to perform or share publicly. Participation is simple: be present, listen closely, engage in conversation, and move a little when the moment calls for it.


How It Works

  • Answer the Playlist Prompt
    After you RSVP, submit 2–3 songs connected to the emotional prompt shared for this session.

  • Pick Up Your Prompt at the DJ Booth
    When you arrive, grab a prompt card at the DJ booth—your guide for listening, reflecting, and connecting throughout the night.

  • Dig Into the Vibe
    Listen closely, move freely, and connect naturally as the community playlist unfolds in real time.

  • Leave With a Digital Version of the Night’s Playlist

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Marvin Gaye

Fela Kuti

Joe Arroya

Nas

Sade

Michael Jackson

John Coltrane

Marvin Gaye Fela Kuti Joe Arroya Nas Sade Michael Jackson John Coltrane

Miles Davis

Banda Black Rio

D'Angelo

Stevie Wonder

Gang Starr

JOE BATAAN

Miles Davis Banda Black Rio D'Angelo Stevie Wonder Gang Starr JOE BATAAN

WHAM!

Thundercat

SAULT

Azymuth

Eddie Palmieri

J Dilla

WHAM! Thundercat SAULT Azymuth Eddie Palmieri J Dilla

WE’RE DIGGERS AT HEART

What began as a vinyl meetup—diggers trading records over food and wine—grew into 7-inch releases, collaborations with DJ Center, Akoya Afrobeat, and Pat Van Dyke, plus countless gigs across NYC. Open Crates stays true to its roots, turning community into a movement that brings soulful sonics to the most discerning hospitality spaces.

SERVICES

PLAYLIST POOL

Curated library of playlists across soul, hip-hop, funk, disco, reggae, pop, and more. Perfect for venues that want fresh, expertly programmed music with minimal overhead.

  • Day blocks guide the mood from brunch to nightcap

  • Filtered for explicit lyrics and off-brand energy

  • Instant playback via Spotify or Apple Music

  • New drops every week—no repeats, no cringe

  • Staff-friendly notes to help set the tone, not kill it

BECOME A MEMBER

MUSIC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

End-to-end management of your venue’s music program to keep your vibe consistent, legal, and strategically integrated with your growth roadmap.

  • Custom daypart playlists refreshed weekly to match your brand and guest energy.

  • Setup and management of PRO licensed catalog to protect your venue from costly fines.

  • Bi-weekly booking and management of live DJs and bands

  • Digital and print creative to extend your music program into awareness and engagement.

START YOUR MUSIC PROGRAM

BRAND MARKETING

Talent management—booking and managing DJs, bands, and music experiences, while building strategic music partnerships that amplify your venue’s music program.

  • Full Open Crates Playlist Pool membership

  • Full Music Program Management services

  • Define and extend your Sonic ID across every channel

  • Weekly booking and management of live DJs and bands

  • KPI reporting on dwell time, repeat visits, ticket average, and brand lift to measure ROI.

GROW YOUR BRAND