Darren Sains, Producer/DJ , CEO of Gruv Gate Records & Founder of The Cook Out 117. Domiciled in Long Island NY USA, I channel my inner soul through crafting and sharing soul inspired dance grooves via my mix shows, and support of my global DJ Brethren. Current artists I work with include RÖS, Louie Balo Guzman, Lem Springsteen, D-Train, J-Horton, to name a few.
Label Releases: Quantize, Nervous, Soul Sun Soul Music, Nova 27, Sweatin, Battle Wax, Gruv Gate Records. 2019 Traxsource Afro House Top 200 list at #144. #1 Traxsource Broken Beat/Nu Jazz Chart. Check for New Album entitled "Astra Nova" in the 4th quarter 2025.