Champaign-Urbana prides itself on a long list of bars and DIY venues that host some of central Illinois’ most talented DJs. But amid an array of talented music-afficionados who call the local music scene home, DJ A-Deity stands out as this year’s most popular local disc jockey.
A-Deity, also known as Aditi Khandelwal, has become a beloved figure in the DIY house show scene. Mixing genres like techno, Bollywood and pop, she creates sets with a unique sound that will get your head bumping. You can listen to her mixes, like “HEROINE: TECHNO” and “ADRENALEAN: TECHNO,” on SoundCloud.
You can see A-Deity playing at hotspots like GayBar, Gallery Art Bar and The War Room. The DJ’s talent with the board even earned her a spot opening for Snow Strippers — an electronic duo with nearly 6 million monthly listeners on Spotify — at PYGMALION 2025 before the group ultimately canceled.
The next time you need to let loose on the dance floor, take a spin toward any venue boasting a lineup featuring A-Deity. You will not leave disappointed.
