For Vanessa Lee, a good set is one where the room feels more connected by the end of the night. One of Toronto’s most compelling DJs, her sets pull from golden age hip hop, R&B, dancehall, global rhythms, K-pop, and deep electronic music, rooted in classic beats and sharpened by a serious commitment to turntablism.

Recently she’s played the iconic Bastid’s BBQ in Toronto and served as house DJ for the DMC Canada national championships. Her corporate and brand work includes TD, Capital One, Cadillac Fairview, DeMello Coffee, and La Marzocco.

Her transitions are her signature, seamless but with a sense of surprise that keeps a crowd guessing. She reads energy off people rather than a setlist, which is what lets her move between throwbacks and current hits across gala, club, and festival stages. She works closely with organizers, bringing a collaborative, detail-driven approach to every booking.