The Frankie Collection

The Frankie Collection pays homage to Frankie Knuckles, the godfather of house music, through Dan Pearce’s innovative approach of laser-cutting original vinyl records into iconic smiley faces. Each piece features authentic Frankie Knuckles releases from the legendary DJ’s catalogue, transformed into symbols of the joy and unity that house music brought to the world. The backgrounds burst with genuine rave flyers from the era, creating a timeline of underground culture.

The decision to cut up original Knuckles vinyl shows Dan’s commitment to creating something completely new while honouring the past – these aren’t just decorative pieces, they’re statements about how music evolves and transforms. The resin finish preserves every flyer and detail, whilst the laser-cut smileys create this beautiful interplay between the physical record and the emotions the music created. It’s a celebration of how one man’s vision in a Chicago warehouse changed music forever.