The Duchess

House music is The Duchess's territory, and she moves between its underground and commercial sides without losing the groove. Her sets lean on funky, tech and deep house, built from minimal rhythms with a streak of acid through them, and they're made to keep a dance floor busy for hours. She's held a residency at Chinese Laundry in Sydney and is a regular part of the house scene in Perth, where she's based. Sam Divine, Patrick Topping and Claptone are among the headliners she has played beside. Save her for a late-night party or club-style event where the guests know their house music.