Dean Samaras

Co-Founder / Resident DJ

SENSE SF / Halcyon

A fixture in San Francisco’s underground for more than two decades, Dean Samaras is a DJ’s DJ — a technically driven selector whose sets are built on instinct, range and a deep understanding of the dance floor.  From marathon after-hours sessions to peak-time rooms, Dean developed a raw, old-school approach to DJing: long-form storytelling, fearless genre shifts and seamless transitions that move through the deeper edges of house, techno and everything in between.

Along the way, he has helped shape the sound of San Francisco nightlife through long-running residencies at some of the city’s most influential clubs, including Ruby Skye, the legendary Endup and Halcyon, where he has been a resident since 2017. Beyond San Francisco, Dean has played across the U.S. and internationally throughout Mexico, South America and Europe.

His influence extends well beyond the booth. As the Resident DJ, Marketing Director and Talent Buyer at Halcyon, and co-founder of SENSE SF, Dean has spent years on both sides of the dance floor — playing the music, discovering the talent and helping define what comes next.

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