Franki Chan

Event ID: MS64367

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 3:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Venue: Coconut Club Rooftop (Coconut Club)

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Summary

Franki Chan is a DJ, illustrator, director and the founder and CCO of IHEARTCOMIX, an award-winning creative marketing agency and content studio specializing in the worlds of music, entertainment, and lifestyle through events, experiential and creator campaigns. Raised in Bloomington, IN, Franki began his career as a musician and promoter, playing in bands and promoting shows. In 2004 he moved from Seattle to Los Angeles and grew into nightlife as a DJ, often in collaboration with Steve Aoki and The Cobrasnake. Coupled with Franki’s love for illustration, he drew all the fliers for their shows, and IHEARTCOMIX was born. IHC would come to be a cultural force for the ‘Indiesleaze’ and ‘Bloghaus’ music waves; expanding into events, a record label and music blog. In 2016 IHEARTCOMIX made the transition to being a full time Creative Marketing Agency and has pursued their cultural expertise: a deep appreciation for all things nerdy, groundbreaking entertainment and always being on the bleeding edge of the next trends.

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