Spanish-born, Berlin-based Alienata is a self-described sound obsessive whose sets span obscure electro, ACID, dub, IDM, dark disco, jakbeat, hypnotic techno, industrial atmospheres, break beats, cosmic jazz , UK electro, Detroit, Chicago influences and crazy sounds in general. A former philosophy student with a particular interest in mysticism, Alienata began DJing in 2004. In conjunction with Valencia's Overflow Collective, she not only served as a resident DJ but also participated in theatre and music technology workshops and oversaw its label operations.
Tasha’s DJing style weaves tunes together seamlessly from her bass informed home of the UK alongside four four techno forms born in Berlin and Detroit. With an accomplished and atmospheric hold on the dancefloor expect upfront cuts mixed in with some old gems and other styles in between like D&B / Jungle. In an industry where artists are asked to prioritize their art for social media presence, likes and other vacuous pursuits, Tasha is very much in demand for her ‘music first’ attitude, selection and ability.
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Continuously trying to exceed his own limits, MARRØN employs fast rhythmics inspired by his roots. The artist’s moniker pays homage to the strong-willed MARRØN's, a once-enslaved African tribe who defied oppression and found freedom in the primeval forests of Surinam. The hypnotic, percussive beats characterizing MARRØN’s foundational Afro Deep style have evolved to form a singular conception of techno. His dynamic take on the genre is at home in the underground, most notably in his role as co-founder and resident of Amsterdam’s EERSTE COMMUNIE. MARRØN’s capable command of groove, power, and texture is no doubt a convincing invitation to stay on the dancefloor for hours.
Sarah San has been a fixture of Cologne‘s DJ scene for several years. In addition to her club sets, where she combines various genres, she also regularly plays listening sets on radio programs like NTS or in other experimental formats. In 2018, she hosted her own show, "Midnight Bliss", on Dublab.de. She is a resident DJ and co-owner of the label SPA Recordings. Besides DJing, she is a multidisciplinary artist, working as a costume designer and visual artist.
Sin Maldita is a Berlin based artist and producer whose music work threads together post-club abrasion, jagged hyperpop and chaotic bass-heavy beauty. He is one of the co-founders of the art and music label Unguarded and has worked as producer, sound designer and mixer for a plethora of albums, installations, performances and art projects for artists such as sound designer for artists like Amnesia Scanner, Anne Imhof, Eliza Douglas and Jenna Sutela. His latest Album in collaboration with Lila Tirando A Violeta, “Accela”, released on Hyperdub in Fall 2023, being cited as “best electronic music” by Resident Advisor and Bandcamp.
Cocktail Party Effect is the forward-thinking IDM and bass music project from Eric Baldwin. With a signature blend of intricate rhythms, innovative sound design, and powerful basslines, CPE has solidified a strong presence in the electronic music landscape. Driven by a relentless passion for experimentation and sonic exploration, Cocktail Party Effect has developed a distinctive sound that defies conventional genre boundaries. His music seamlessly combines elements of IDM, Jungle, and Breaks with immersive, bass-heavy beats, creating a captivating and dynamic auditory experience. With a series of critically acclaimed EPs released on respected labels such as Tectonic, Nervous Horizons, Osiris Music, Sneaker Social Club, and Midnight Shift and with a new album out on YUKU, Cocktail Party Effect has earned recognition and a loyal following. His tracks have garnered widespread support from influential DJs, cementing his position at the forefront of the underground music scene.
Gretchen's sets chronicle experimental industrial desires, tread noisy deconstructed precipices, and charge unabashedly through fractured backdoors. They are wrested from pain thresholds; Gretchen's dramaturgy shatters on dark bass escapades, ultimately leaving the club abandoned.
xeccute is a producer and artist based in NRW whose work draws from post club, industrial, and bass-driven electronic music. Their productions centre on rhythmic pressure and tension, often shaped by detailed sound design and an interest in physicality. As a DJ, xeccute builds sets from fractured percussion, heavy atmospheres, and tracks that leave a strong impression. They are part of the team behind echidnasbrood, a recurring event series that helps shape the local scene through a focus on experimental club music.
Freifeld:
A night of electro, acid, dub, IDM, dark disco, jakbeat and industrial, merging with UK bass, jungle, Detroit techno, Afro deep and hypnotic 4/4. Broken rhythms, deep grooves and forward drive for open ears and moving bodies. A night of mystic tension, fearless selection and high-intensity club focus.
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Echidna revels in sound that fractures the familiar rhythm of a club night. Deep bass drags the hidden to the surface, while razor sharp synths cut through the fog of your tenth hour of overtime. The artists Echidna brings together twist the frameworks of post club and leftfield bass, inviting you to find comfort in noise.
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