December At 1920: Behind The Velvet Curtain, The Sound Tells The Story
Tucked away on the 52nd floor of ICD Brookfield Place, 1920 Dubai is where music leads and the night follows. This sky-high speakeasy blends live jazz, soulful vocalists, vinyl-only DJ sets, and panoramic views into an intimate sanctuary. From golden-hour acoustics to late-night rhythms, the soundtrack shifts with the evening, shaped by artists who bring depth and texture to the room. Hidden just enough to feel discovered, 1920 remains one of Dubai’s best-kept secrets, a place where nights take on a life of their own. With a focus on championing homegrown talent, it offers a stage where local musicians are heard, seen, and celebrated, all within an atmosphere crafted for conversation, cocktails, and the art of sound above the city.
A Sound for Every Soul
At 1920, music isn’t background, it’s the pulse of the room. From soul-drenched vocals to vinyl-spun grooves, every night is shaped by artists who don’t just perform, they transform the space. Each brings a distinct sound, a story, and a tempo that moves with the crowd and lifts the skyline.
One moment, the air hums with the elegance of Maria Laura Terry Zamora, a Cuban-born vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose fusion of jazz, soul, and pop stirs something timeless. The next, the room leans into the rich, emotive voice of Chinua Hawk, whose captivating presence and lyrical depth leave a lasting resonance. There is also the warmth of Andrea Florez, whose intimate, expressive style turns live performance into poetry.
Adding to the rotation is Lady J, bringing her elegant, funky mix of pop and jazz influences from Canada to Dubai, along with Polina, known for her smooth blend of jazz and R&B, rich vocals, and appearances on The Voice and
X Factor. Every Wednesday throughout the month, Chady Nashef shapes the space with rich guitar textures and smooth jazz rhythms, bringing warmth, sophistication, and classic charm to the evening.
As the lights dip and the decks take over, the night shifts. Melu lays down analog textures with soulful vinyl and deep global rhythms. Sara Laroutine electrifies the room with refined, emotionally layered sets that have made her one of the region’s most sought-after DJs. Jose Galvis raises the altitude with Afro house and Latin-infused energy, while LOSA takes guests on a vibrant journey, weaving upbeat Afro rhythms with groovy electronic elements that pull the room deeper into the music, moving with every beat.
Supporting this rotation of rhythm are Lartist Yan, Florie, Miya Santa, and Marc Hatem, each contributing their own perspective, their own sound print, and their own chapter to the night’s evolving story.
Here’s what’s playing this Month:
MUSIC LINEUP | Month of December
Tuesday, 09/12
· Florie (Classical Jazz) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Madbelieve (Experimental House) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday, 10/12
· Chady Nashef (Jazz Guitar) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Lo Coco (Tech House & House)| 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday, 11/12
· Melu (Vinyl Deep House & Funk) | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Lartist Yan (Jazz, Blues, Soul & Funk) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Jose Galvis (Afrohouse & Latin Tech) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Friday, 12/12
· Miya Santa (Afro & Groovy Electronica)| 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Polina (Soulful Pop) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Sara Laroutine (Melodic House & Downtempo) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Saturday, 13/12
· Melu (Vinyl Deep House & Funk) | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Marc Hatem (Contemporary Pop Classics) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Jose Galvis (Afrohouse & Latin Tech) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Tuesday, 16/12
· Andrea (Modern Jazz & Soul) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Madbelieve (Experimental House) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday, 17/12
· Chady Nashef (Jazz Guitar) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Jose Galvis (Afrohouse & Latin Tech) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday, 18/12
· Melu (Vinyl Deep House & Funk) | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Lartist Yan (Jazz, Blues, Soul & Funk) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Madbelieve (Experimental House) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday, 19/12
· Miya Santa (Afro & Groovy Electronica)| 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Chinua Hawk (Soulful R&B & Jazz) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Jose Galvis (Afrohouse & Latin Tech) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Saturday, 20/12
· Melu (Vinyl Deep House & Funk) | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Polina (Soulful Pop) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Sara Laroutine (Melodic House & Downtempo) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Tuesday, 23/12
· Florie (Classical Jazz) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Madbelieve (Experimental House) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday, 24/12
· Chady Nashef (Jazz Guitar) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Sara Laroutine (Melodic House & Downtempo) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday, 25/12
· Melu (Vinyl Deep House & Funk) | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Lartist Yan (Jazz, Blues, Soul & Funk) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Jose Galvis (Afrohouse & Latin Tech) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Friday, 26/12
· Miya Santa (Afro & Groovy Electronica)| 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Chinua Hawk (Soulful R&B & Jazz) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Sara Laroutine (Melodic House & Downtempo) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Saturday, 27/12
· Melu (Vinyl Deep House & Funk) | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
· Polina (Soulful Pop) | 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
· Jose Galvis (Afrohouse & Latin Tech) | 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Tuesday, 30/12
· Lady J (Modern Jazz & Soul) | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Madbelieve (Experimental House) | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Because at 1920, no two nights echo the same. The artists change. The mood shifts. But the standard never does. What stays consistent is the feeling, that you’re exactly where you should be, in the heart of the city, surrounded by sound.
Step into the rhythm. Book your table now. For more information about 1920 or to make a reservation, call the team on 04 498 1920, visit https://1920.ae/, email reservations@1920.ae, or find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/1920dubai/