STL-born and raised, Umami is not just an up-and-coming producer but a tastemaker beyond the turntables. Weaving emotive soulful grooves against global bass and g-tech beats, Umami captivates dancefloors, stealing both hearts and feet. As a resident of the underground rave Materia, Umami is at the forefront of building the next generation of dance music. Collaborating with like-minded artists like Nadir S., Manapool, Eric Dontè, and Sweeet in the Materia collective, Umami, also known as sound artist and promoter Pajmon Porshahidy, boasts a multifaceted body of work. Their essential aesthetic skillfully marries nostalgia with a sound plucked from the distant future, leaving a lasting impression on both the youth and old heads alike through massive community events.