Paradigm festival

Dutch based Seychellois DJ 2CP delivers a groovy, techno driven sound that moves beyond genre boundaries. Expect intense, hypnotic and heartfelt sets, drawing from across the electronic spectrum including raw, acid, bounce and breaks.

As co-founder and resident DJ of Groningen-based collective Spoken, Absent Mind channels his greatest passion: a deep-rooted love for music. Over the years, he has established himself as a versatile and dynamic selector, seamlessly navigating electro, breaks, techno, and bass-driven sounds. His sets are defined by a constant focus on groove, taking listeners on an energetic and immersive journey across genres.

Alex Kassian is a Kyoto-born, Berlin-based producer, DJ, and artist whose work moves seamlessly between club music, live performance, and cinematic compo-sition. His sound is expansive and melodic, with a strong sense of atmosphere and movement rooted in his early years composing for contemporary dance and thea-tre. That foundation continues to inform his approach today, whether creating music for the dance floor, scoring for film, or exploring guitar-based compositions. His selections are known for their depth and emotional range, equally suited to moments of collective energy or quiet reflection.

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A soft spoken personality with a musical vision and creativity that screams. Hear me, feel me, move with me. Ambu Bambu’s music tells emotional stories of wanting to belong, yet fated to a destiny of floating in between. Urgent and rhythmic, with the occasional moment of lightness and release, their selections and productions span realms from breakbeat and bass, to dubbed-out fuzziness and oddball house and techno tracks just weird enough to make you doubt their genres.

AOTP stands for: Blending whatever works, or making it work...

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Jos Lok is a producer and DJ from Groningen, the Netherlands. Inspired by the Romanian minimal scene, he has developed a distinctive sound that blends House, Minimal, and Dub Techno, characterized by deep grooves, stripped-back rhythms, and dreamy atmospheres. Alongside longtime collaborator Pheek, he released the album Transparessence on Archipel, and his music has also appeared on labels including Perceive, Daydream, and Pirka.

Audrey Danza is a Swiss DJ, producer, and label head of Proxima, as well as a resident at Motel Campo. With an instinct for sculpting immersive, psychedelic soundscapes, she channels the full emotional breadth of electronic music into both her performances and productions. Her DJ sets weave shadowy textures with a raw, magnetic energy—navigating effortlessly through contrasting emotional states. Her debut EP Flora Formulas received widespread praise, laying the foundation for a production style rooted in storytelling and sonic exploration. With numerous projects on the horizon, Audrey continues to blur the lines between DJ, producer, and curator. Whether lighting up iconic venues like Panorama Bar, Circoloco, Robert Johnson, and Fabric, or festivals such as Nuits Sonores and Pitch Music & Arts, or making music in the studio, she crafts experiences designed to linger—subtle in their power and rich in feeling.

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Don’t trust the doe eyes; Bambi has a few mean spells in her bag. Following the steps of a new generation of genre-breaking DJs possessed by the 90’s rave demons, Bambi has made a name for herself in France and abroad thanks to her nuanced, cosmic sets fuelled with trance, dub and deep techno influences. The former violin student turned hip-hop dancer roamed around Europe’s sweatiest dancefloors to build up a solid knowledge of dance culture and an unwavering passion for hypnotic mixes. Beyond the decks, she also promotes safer party spaces within the French initiative Reinvent The Night, and contributes to French reflexive laboratory Au-delà du club (Beyond the Club) through their collaborative zine Flashes: words and images to reinvent the night. Bambi’s apparent candour and sensitivity give way to impressive skills and flawless selection: in the steps of selectors like Kia or Konduku, her progressive sets sprinkled with deep grooves and irresistible trance synths never disappoint. This stellar trajectory already got her a residency at French underground institution Macadam, within parisian collective Hors-Sol, on Rinse France waves, and at Berlin’s Hypersoft party series.

Explorations beyond the dancefloor and emotional storytelling: Nelly crafts otherworldly soundscapes wherever she goes. The Rotterdam-based artist feels true and utter freedom behind the decks, drawing inspiration from nature and her own mind palace. She creates a sense of belonging for herself and her audience every time she performs, whether that’s in a darkened room or when she takes crowds on a sonic journey through profound listening sets.  Nelly laces mind-altering techno and hypnotic trance with spellbinding rhythms, entrancing dancers with dark but elegant sounds. Accompanied by a past of self-exploration and finding balance, she’s undoubtedly discovered her voice through playing. Her path has led her to land a residency at the influential Garage Noord in 2023, alongside playing at venues and festivals, including Monument Festival Norway, Dekmantel Festival, Ankali Prague, and as a regular at De School over the last year.

Ben Sims is one of techno’s most exciting talents - a DJ who has stayed true to the genre’s funk, groove and electronic fused origins whilst continuing to embrace and nurture its development over the past 25 odd years. As a DJ, Sims commands your attention, both visually and musically with anything from 3 to 5 decks running near constantly and hands, faders, effects and EQs a blur as tunes overlap to create a dense and quickly evolving collage of sound.

Synthy dubscapes drift through deep, textured environments, where noise, echoes and low end hypnosis slowly unfold. BigBSTRD does not just curate a sound but an audible space to get lost in.

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Bob Kliphuis is a Groningen-based DJ and producer crafting warm, euphoric soundscapes that draw dancers onto the dancefloor. Shaped by 15+ years behind the decks, he has developed a deep sensitivity for timing, energy, and connection. Bob knows exactly when to push the energy forward and when to hold back.

Rooted in a love for flowing selections and blissfully layered energy, Bob creates space for connection and anticipation. Expect warm, groovy basslines, sunny synths and driving rhythms, carefully woven together into a flowing journey that invites you in rather than demands your attention.

This energy carries into his productions, including his debut EP “Crescendo of Love” — a collection of uplifting, groove-driven tracks built for both intimate club moments and open-air festivals

The Amsterdam-based DJ and producer Caim surprises every time with rare fi nds from the nineties and zeroes, from techno to trance and from breakbeat to house. With residencies at Mood, the Tribe and Breakfast Club, whilst running his own label Lonely Planets Records, Mark Peeters is known for his notoriously deep and long (after-hours) sets. In the studio, Caim produces organic techno and stripped-down house with a touch of trance.

Carista is more than just a DJ. The Utrecht native has also captivated the world with her talents as a music producer and curator. She has the sensational ability to take listeners on intriguing journeys, effortlessly weaving through genres, she ignites smiles and the desire to dance.  Her raw energy and soul-stirring selections have been showcased at her monthly show on London-based online community radio station NTS and dance-floors worldwide. She has already played countless prestigious venues and festivals in the world such as Fabric, Nitsa, DeSchool, Lofi, Lowlands, Dekmantel, Pitch in Melbourne, Australia and AVA in Belfast, Ireland we are sure that Carista is well on her way to becoming a household name. She has turned the heads of music lovers and taste makers as her BBCRadio1EssentialMix was nominated for 2020’s Mix of the Year and was followed by a stellar 6 month residency at the station in 2021.Whilst ensuring to remain in touch with her fan base during these challenging past few years, she continues to make significant contributions to the music community by being herself at all times.

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Watching Cassy eagerly dive into her record collection is a joy. Away from the transcendent spaces she continues to play at most weekends, her vinyl-digging series Talking About My Records on Instagram gives ample opportunity to engage with her excitability. Its concept being spurred by moving back home to Austria and reconnecting with a stacked vinyl stash, what makes this series stand out is the sense that Cassy’s enthusiasm and faithfulness to the music that fuels club culture has been revived. We’re seeing the beginning of a new era for Cassy.

Yamour is a Berlin-born DJ who focuses on intentional, storytelling selections - music that carries vision, weight and emotional depth. Drawing from a wide palette of records, she moves fluidly between old school and contemporary sounds, presenting her vinyl-only sets through a stripped-back mixing style that lets the music speak for itself.

Founder of Berlin based collective Femme Bass Mafia - Dangermami is a pivotal part of Berlin’s new generation of artists and crews, helping shape the rising selectors of the city's bass scene and catering to her community of femme DJs. Known for her love of extensive 140-170 mixing explorations, Dangermami elevates energies with her trippy sounds & polyrhythmic rollers in every set, playfully fusing classic UK sounds to modern bass music, blending dubstep, drum and bass, or footwork. The past years have seen the bass angel go global, blessing booths across the world from Europe to Asia, freshly coming off the back of an India tour. Not only gigs at Horst, Outlook or CTM Festival & clubs around Europe like Open Ground, De School or Berghain’s Saule, but also both of her residencies at Refuge Worldwide & SO Berlin with her FBM crew have served to establish her as one to watch.

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Gautham Garg, better known as Decoder, is a Dallas based producer/DJ specializing in the realm of sci-fi & deep techno. His music personifies his forward thinking ideas as well as his cultural roots, making for a blend of retrofuturistic soundscapes and experimental shades of electronic music.

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Based in Groningen, Deets is an architect of atmospheres. Her sets are experimental and
intentional, weaving the sophisticated and sturdy ends of genres such as techno, bass, IDM,
and (tech) house into an immersive and empowering experience. It is an approach that
prioritizes the "moment" - tuning into the specific energy of a room to foster a genuine sense of
shared presence.

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Her musical identity is shaped by a wide lens, drawing on the rhythms of Latin soul, the
texture of rock, the bounce of funk, and the grit of hip-hop. This versatility is anchored in a
deep creative history - spanning classical piano, dance, and arts - as well as a lifelong
fascination with the human psyche. Together, these influences inform her intuitive approach to
sound.

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This vision converges in her platform, Anoasis, where her Auditory Oasis radio show serves as
a sanctuary for musical discovery and solace. By bridging electronic music with a focus on
well-being, Deets invites listeners to find grounding through movement and intentional
listening, creating spaces where music acts as a catalyst for connection and renewal.

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Detest has been active as a producer and DJ since 2005. His music stands out for its unique blend of styles, all brought together under the umbrella of hardcore. Drawing from Industrial, Techno, and Drum & Bass to Frenchcore, Uptempo, and Terror, he delivers a wide and dynamic range that offers something for every hardcore listener.

Over the years, he has released music on major labels such as Thunderdome, PRSPCT, HKV, Deathchant, Rebelscum, Strike Rec., and Footworxx. Throughout his career, Detest has also released three albums and collaborated with well-known artists including Miss K8, Drokz, eDub, MBK, Tripped, and I:GOR.

Dither stands for energy, precision and a sound that hits with intent. With a clear vision and a steadily growing following, he has become a solid presence within the hardcore scene. Hailing from the north of The Netherlands, Maarten Westra has been part of the movement for over a decade. His blend of powerful kicks, tight rhythms and bold production choices shaped the artist known as Dither.    
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From his earliest shows, he explored the outer edges of industrial-driven hardcore. Years of experimenting in the studio and refining his sets on stage led to his first album, The Architect (2015), which firmly placed his name on the map. His instinct for atmosphere, timing and unexpected samples soon became a signature. With Tools Of Demolition (2019), he marked another step in his evolution and strengthened his position in the scene, bringing him to major stages like Defqon.1 and leading to collaborations with artists such as N-Vitral, Warface and Deadly Guns.
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Joining Barong Family opened new creative directions. By fusing elements of EDM with hardcore, Dither showed a fresh and forward-thinking side on releases like Hardcore Rave (2018) and Hard in Bangkok (2020), including a collaboration with Yellow Claw. After the pandemic, Dither continued to move forward, shaping a new chapter with his third album The Wreckoning (2023) and collaborations with names such as Angerfist, The Purge and Detest. In 2024, the single “G.A.B.B.E.R.” reached millions of streams and paved the way for a dedicated live-act tour in 2025, appearing on major stages across the scene. Today, Dither is an internationally recognized name in hardcore, constantly evolving and refining his sound while connecting with audiences around the world.

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DJ, producer and singer Elias Mazian is a firm fixture of the club circuit in Amsterdam and beyond. His DJ sets are never predictable, with house music forming a base to deviate from into all manner of unexpected sounds, be it jungle, techno or a classic pop song. The former Trouw and De School resident is refreshingly unafraid to share his sensitive side on the emotional journeys that form his dj sets, productions and radio shows.

Emmz is a DJ and producer from Groningen with a deep-rooted love for house music. During her forward directed sets she builds grooves with elements of progressive house, acid, electro and nu-disco, using her unique blend to create both energy and sophistication on any dancefloor. Next to gigging, she hosts a monthly radioshow on Relate Radio called ‘How’s House?’ where she takes her listeners on an exciting journey through the dazzling domain of house music, exploring its subgenres and uncovering hidden gems. She has played at venues and events such as Lowlands Festival, Paradigm, Lofi, Sissi’s, Thuishaven, and Wibar, steadily building a name for herself in the electronic music scene.

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Born in Sneek and now making waves in the Netherlands, DJ, producer, and sound engineer Mathijs Smit stands as the shining beacon of the underground dance scene's vibrant future. With an innate ability to curate a selection of rhythm-driven house, Mathijs has become a force to be reckoned with, leaving a mark on dance floors far and wide. His extensive discography, filled with original productions, has become a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft. The dance community has taken notice, recognizing Mathijs for his distinctive style and innovative approach to electronic music. His tracks resonate with a unique blend of quirkiness, setting him apart in a sea of talent.

After cutting her teeth in the French scene for several years and further honing her craft in Berlin, Ethel finds herself at an integral period of her career. Continuing to flourish as she melds refined flavours, wandering between ravey textures, electro, breakbeat, and forgotten gems of previous eras. A distinct emotion can always be found at the heart of her all encompassing DJ sets, using nostalgic synths to create a playful energy on the floor. A consistent groove remains at the centre of her flow, something that has always fascinated her since the early times of her journey. When not flying solo you can find the RA+RE affiliates Ethel and Melody playing together, a duo constructed upon a beautiful friendship, and chemistry within the booth. As well as being a key figure in the RA+RE outfit, she is part of the Sobremesa collective based in Berlin. Ethel has showcased her sound on labels such as Voiceless, and Laik amongst others, sharing her transcending record bag in spots such as Fabric, Robert Johnson, and tours around US and Central America.

Fenna is a Groningen-based DJ bringing the spirit of ’90s house back to the dancefloor. Expect classic piano house, acid grooves and soulful vocals throughout her set.

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French-Brazilian DJ & producer Flo Massé has built an international reputation with her sharp vinyl selections and energetic sets. From Dimensions and Gottwood to Hoppetosse and Boiler Room, she has brought her signature blend of progressive house, trance, acid, and electro to clubs and festivals worldwide. With a drummer’s sense of rhythm and a growing presence on the Alto Artists roster, Flo also runs Campana Records alongside other talented brazilian artists.

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Louison is at the heart of A-One Paris, the new sister store of New York’s legendary A1 Records. Whether behind the counter or in the booth, he moves fluidly between club and non-club music—always with the same aim: sharing sounds that connect. This approach extends to his YouTube channel, Twenty-Six Hours A Day, where he breathes new life into overlooked records. With debut releases on Sentaku and Cosa Vostra and more to come in 2026, Louison continues to shape his sound around two guiding forces: balance and spontaneity.

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Gerrit de Boer started playing at local clubs at a young age and became a Paradigm resident in 2015, where he co-founded Suvernuver and started his own nights. As een devoted digger, he's ever on the lookout for hidden pearls and undiscovered gems. Always with a keen sense of synergy with his crowd, his distinctive sounds form the foundation of his sets, blurring the lines of house, breaks, electro and minimal from all eras.

Alongside his work in Jamlink and the Mole’s Hope label and collective, DJ Shell is the solo project of this Groningen-based artist, where he exposes his most instinctive self. A dancefloor language guided by intuition, curiosity, and a love for records that gradually reveal their depth. Understated but never static, for DJ Shell the dancefloor becomes a space of slow captivation. A sonic refuge. A shell of sound to inhabit.

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In a world full of chaos and expectations, music became Hedemann’s anchor. What began as a way to find peace within herself turned into her greatest love: techno. Hedemann is full of contradictions.She craves the stage, yet it is also one of her biggest fears. She found a way to channel that tension through her sets; groovy and raw, hypnotic yet human. Deep, driving music that fuels you, but also lets you breathe.

She plays for the true music lovers, but also for everyone who sometimes feels stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed. Because she knows that music can make the difference between giving up, or just pushing through. And that feels like magic. Somewhere between the pounding kicks and heavy basslines, you’ll find warmth. Or in her case: a bright orange halo at the end of the tunnel.

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Hervé is one of the biggest talents to surface this year from the fertile Dutch scene. And with good reason. His sets are full of groovy, progressive and psychedelic club sounds, where rolling basslines, acid synths, and cosmic melodies coexist harmoniously. His eclectic tastes extend beyond the dancefloor, blending ambient, jazz, dub, and hip-hop.

Hervé oozes passion for vinyl, playing and digging — and not just behind the decks. He’s a driving force in Amsterdam nightlife, involved with the label Polychrome Audio, the arts and community space Noord Space, and the newly launched club night Interfering Grounds at Club RAUM.

Jeff is a DJ and artist from Dublin, Ireland. His sets tell a slowly evolving story, with gradual mixes and changes in energy. His selections fall anywhere from minimal to progressive, with an emphasis on detailed, futuristic and melodic sounds.

Born and raised in Wiesbaden, Germany, Jesse G is a Berlin-based techno DJ known for her energetic, genre-spanning sets that blend deep, groovy, percussive, and UK bass-influenced techno. Drawing inspiration from bass music, breakbeat, house, reggaeton, and dancehall, she creates dynamic and playful journeys that keep dancefloors engaged.

The daughter of Filipino and Sicilian immigrants, Jesse developed a deep connection to music through R&B, Italo pop, and rap. Her broad musical perspective and extensive knowledge of electronic music have shaped her distinctive sound, further refined during nearly six years at Berlin's renowned record store Hard Wax.

A resident at RSO Berlin and Tresor, Jesse G has also performed at venues including De School, Berghain, Open Ground, and Blitz Club, as well as festivals such as ADE Het Weekend and Nachtiville.

Katia Curie is a DJ and producer originally from Kyiv, Ukraine, and now based in Vienna. With a classical music background and years spent in her hometown’s underground scene, she has found a space for herself in electronic music, drawing from the energy of the ’90s and early 2000s while embracing the modern. Her sets are dynamic and fluid, mixing mystery with deep, rolling rhythms and occasional breaks. Sometimes dark, sometimes more uplifting, her music takes listeners on a journey that shifts in tone and mood, depending on the energy of the moment. Moving seamlessly between vinyl and digital, Katia creates immersive experiences on the dance floor that reflect her diverse influences and her ability to read the space.

Irish-born, Manchester-based Kerrie is a multidisciplinary artist and resident DJ at Tresor Berlin. She performs live sets, produces music, DJs, and runs her own label, Dark Machine Funk.

Krista Bourgeois, a Rotterdam-based industrial hardcore techno live modular artist from the US, delivers an abrasive and unapologetic sound drenched in corrosive grit. Her experimental approach merges industrial soundscapes, dystopian textures, and unrelenting percussion with analog warmth. With each composition and live performance, Krista explores the boundaries of the genre, infusing it with the raw power and versatility of modular synthesis.

Lamalice, a Marseille-born artist with Malagasy roots, blends heritage and innovation through eclectic DJ sets and hypnotic live performances. His releases on respected labels such as Partisan and Positive Future have earned him recognition from both the underground scene and fellow artists. Also part of Smooth Operators, his duo with Massaï under the Sentaku flag, he explores new creative territories while showcasing his versatility. With this unique blend, Lamalice crafts a borderless sound that captivates dancefloors worldwide.

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Léa is a Paris-based DJ, curator, and co-founder of Spectrum, the LGBTQ+ collective she launched in 2017 to promote diversity, inclusion, and safer spaces within electronic music. Through events, podcasts, and community initiatives, Spectrum champions emerging artists while supporting causes such as LGBTQIA+ rights, migrant aid, and HIV awareness.

Deeply influenced by a lifelong connection to music, Léa developed a passion for electronic music during her teenage years and began DJing alongside her fashion and design studies. Her sound is defined by mental, groovy techno infused with organic and tribal elements, creating immersive and emotionally resonant journeys on the dancefloor.

Known for her refined selection and cohesive storytelling, Léa has performed at renowned venues including Tresor, About Blank, Rote Sonne, and Rex Club, as well as festivals such as Name Festival and events across Europe.

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A DJ working from the crates to find records that make you move without hesitation. Lucius picks unpolished sounds, dusty tracks, and broken rhythms. His sets move forward in one clear line, continuous, focused, immersive. Known for blending old sounds from across the Atlantic with contemporary implications of its sonic field, Lucius mixes past and present with an eager hand.

The sound is enticing and reflective. Not bright, not dark, just honest. Whether it’s techno, house or electro, the main focus is retro futuristic synth lines, warm low ends, and kicks that carry the room.

Lucius keeps things simple. He builds his work in quiet corners with people who care about detail. Spoken is his platform for that: an event series focused on bringing like minded individuals together in intimate settings, with proper sound systems and artists that carry the genre forward.

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Massaï moves through sound with intention, a selector shaped by years spent seeking emotion in rhythm and connection in space. Rooted in London’s underground, his journey has evolved into a delicate balance between intuition and precision, where every record tells a fragment of a story. Through Sentaku and Shin’uchu, he curates sonic worlds that mirror his vision: subtle yet bold, fluid yet
grounded. His musical language blends the warmth of house with the raw pulse of techno, tracing slower, hypnotic lines along the way. With Lamalice, he channels this shared sensibility under the alias Smooth Operators, a dialogue between energy and restraint, playfulness and depth first unveiled with a release on Partisan in 2022.

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Mathew Jonson is one of electronic music’s most distinctive voices – often copied but impossible to imitate. Known for his raw, analogue, and alive performances, he shapes synthesisers and drum machines into unforgettable journeys, making every show unique. Since debuting in 2001 on ITISWHATITIS Recordings, he has released on Perlon, Kompakt, M_nus, and Cocoon, with classics like "Marionette" and "Decompression". Twice voted Best International Producer in Germany’s Groove Magazine and featured on the covers of DJ Mag, Groove, and Synmag, Jonson’s reputation is cemented worldwide. His two solo albums, "Agents Of Time" (2010) and "Her Blurry Pictures" (2013), remain touchstones, with a third in progress in Lisbon. In 2026, alongside touring, he will launch the 5th Freedom Engine Academy.

Mattias El Mansouri doesn’t demand your attention—he invites it. Born in the quiet village of Skene in southwestSweden, the Moroccan/Chilean DJ and producer grew up in a world of structure and devotion before a new senseof purpose pulled him toward Stockholm. There, the co-founder and organiser of the Ritmo Liminal club conceptshifted from collecting records to releasing his own and stepping behind the decks. His sound found its pulse: ablend of introspection and rhythm that lures you in rather than shouting for space delivering sounds that whisper,thump, and unfold like a slow-burning revelation.

A special live set by two friends and incredibly talented artists.

Hailing from Rotterdam and proudly representing her Cape Verdean roots, Nala Brown is renowned for her cultivated sound, exploring DJ sets at the intersection of house, techno, electro, bass, and beyond.

Nathan Homan has quickly risen as a force in the electronic music scene. As a resident DJ at Groningen’s beloved club OOST, he’s built a reputation for lighting up dancefloors with his eclectic mix of house, techno, and electro. A natural behind the decks, his journey has taken him to dj at beloved underground events and clubs like Breakfast Club, Perron, RAUM, Thuishaven, Kopjek, and Paradigm, with more to come.

Nick Moody is a Berlin-based DJ and producer with over two decades of electronic music running through him — from a childhood absorbed in gabber culture to the dance floors and backstages of Amsterdam, and eventually to the studio in Berlin. His sets draw from deep and hypnotic techno and house, shaped by plant medicine and inner work. He has played Tresor, Renate and Lofi, and works behind the scenes at Ratherlost.

Nora B is a DJ blending old-school and new-school jungle, drum & bass, dubstep, and everything in between, moving effortlessly from 140 to 180 BPM. Her sets combine fast rhythms, deep basslines, and high-energy selections that keep dance floors locked in from start to finish. Focused on creating connection through music, she brings infectious energy, uplifting vibes, and a space where people can come together and dance all night long.

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oma totem makes music for the mind and the body. Rooted in his hardware-driven live sets and hypnotic DJ sessions, his growing catalogue of releases covers intricately woven percussion, digidub-influenced hardware jams, and cerebral dance music for the small hours. Capable of delivering peak-time club sets or leftfield downtempo sessions, he’s also created a full AV live show, s__olids, together with sol i serps (Crisantos Castella & juns), and is one half of experimental multimedia duo res_ (also with juns), which got selected for a residency at Venice Music Biennale 2025 curated by Caterina Barbieri. From his base in Barcelona - where he used to work as label manager for John Talabot’s Hivern Discs - he’s travelled to New York, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Mexico City, Berlin, and London, while maintaining his presence in the Catalan capital as a live performer, DJ, and occasional promoter.

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Hedwig, better known as ONID, is based in the city of Groningen, the Netherlands. She has a distinctive taste; her established style is drive oriented and often incorporates deep modular and dubby elements. Her sets are characterized by a distinctive love for unconventional, experimental sounds, with a strong focus on growling basslines and intriguing percussion patterns. She has a way of creating a playful, captivating energy that’s full of surprises. She’s graced the stages of venues like OOST, Raum, and PIP, and has also performed at festivals including Paradigm and Onder de Radar. Beyond her DJ sets, she plays a key role in organizing events and holds a residency at SPOKEN, while also contributing to programming at Relate Radio, the local radio station focussed on experimental and niche sounds.

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DJ Orchid is a Groningen-based DJ, record collector, and lifelong music enthusiast whose passion for vinyl began in the early 1990s. Drawing from a deep and wide-ranging love of electronic music, his selections balance curiosity, depth, and dancefloor energy. Beyond the booth, he sells records at independent record store De Jongens van Hemmes, hosts The Deep State Show on Relate Radio, and is a resident at Groningen’s underground techno institution Paradigm. For this festival edition, he joins Onid for a dub-infused B2B journey shaped by years of digging, collecting, and exploring sound.

A familiar face at numerous radiostations and the infamous OOST. His versatile style combines complex deep house, techno and IDM.
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Born in Groningen, Orsen Central crafts hypnotic and musically diverse sets that move between dub techno, broken techno and house. With a strong focus on atmosphere and progression, his selections evolve gradually, blending genres that keep listeners engaged. As co-founder of Spoken and an active presence in Groningen’s nightlife, he draws inspiration from the artists, ideas and collectives shaping the city’s underground electronic music scene.

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Peter Koren has been playing music (percussion) since he was a little kid. He's musical background comes from his father who had showed a lot of different things from
Depeche Mode through Public Enemy till the house legend Frankie Knuckles. His sound is mostly defined by groove, rhythm and lot of soul and melody. His biggest inspirations are Ron Trent, Glenn Underground, Theo Parrish and so on just to name a few.

Phara spins an intricate, contemporary take on techno while never losing touch with the
genre's essence. Influenced by the pioneering sounds of Detroit, Berlin and the UK, as well
as post-punk, wave, EBM and electro, he makes compelling, highly personal tracks that
ooze energy.

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Having emerged on the international scene with the "Next Of Kin" album on Black Sun
Records, further experimentation with a slew of classic hardware synthesizers and outboard
effects led to an analog-oriented practice and a selection of EPs that found a home at other
blue chip imprints such as Fuse Imprint ,SK Eleven, Stockholm LTD more.
Eventually his urge to move rapidly spurred the set-up of "Phaaar", the gimmick-free record
label that serves as an additional output for his own music.

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In summer 2024, Phara introduced ‘In Glass’, a new live project dedicated to a more spacious and immersive approach to electronic music. Focused on slower tempos where kicks are given room to breathe, chords drift through space, and harmonics play a central role, In Glass serves as both a challenge and an escape from his established comfort zone. The project's first EP, set for release in February 2025 on Phaaar, embodies this ethos—layered, mesmerizing soundscapes inspired by cold winter days, held together by the familiar tensions and textures that remain integral to Phara’s sound.

Her sound is both deep and energetic as she weaves her sets together into a groovy, sexy flow that feels effortless yet intentional. Grounded in house, her sets will always include touches of breaks, electro and acid to keep things alive and unpredictable.

​Her performances reflect her dedication to combining early influences with modern electronic styles, creating an atmosphere that is not only heard but felt, aiming to captivate and energize the audience.

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the records and music have been around for most of the time. i live with them, they travel with me. we’re close. they’re tools, tools for building. they build relationships between me and strangers, and deepen bonds between me and people who are already close to me. in a space is sound; a physical sound built with a picture and a shape, and the records are the tools that look and sound and feel like a space. i find them in buildings. they keep people together. same thing goes for the studio.

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emotion is always in the music and in the space but sometimes it isn’t on the records. sometimes the greatest sound is sound. either way, we step into them to laugh and dance and bug out. sometimes when the music is playing, i think about other stuff like the time of day or my friends or the temperature outside. how is this space is connected to that space? that kind of stuff. there is just so much of it and it won’t run out.

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Quelza (real name Léo Naït Aïssa), was born at the end of the 90s in the Parisian suburbs.  Lulled in the arts since his childhood, his connection with music is made at an early age. But it’s in 2013 that he made his first encounter with the Parisian electronic scene which inspired him to start producing his own tracks.  Quelza is assiduous when it comes to his music – his releases on labels like Mord Records, Palinoia, 47, Hayes Collective and others, push an unorthodox crystal clarity and cinematic sound design that has become his signature as an artist – which, combined with his unique DJ sets, has earned him a spot at some of the most prestigious clubs in Berlin (where he is currently based) and abroad, such as: Berghain, Tresor, Fabric London, Awakenings, Dekmantel, Ratherlost, Bassiani and several more.

Brought up in Rostock (GER), now based in his second home town of Groningen, former OOST resident RDVSK loves fusing organic and psychedelic tunes and inorganic gritty textures at a variety of tempos into a potent sonic potion.

Rey Colino is the braintruster behind Kalahari Oyster Cult—A DJ, label owner and vinyl distro lynchpin, all rolled into one.

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When the Belgian isn’t splitting time between label operations and the running of Amsterdam-based distributor One Eye Witness, he’s found holding it down in the booth for venerated venues and festivals alike.

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Expect an omnivorous appetite for the explorative regardless of genre boundary if he’s about. Dancefloor cuts to more horizontal abstraction, the curation is unmatched in a no-stone-unturned pursuit of boundary-pushing artists and the deadliest records.

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Prolific in its output, his Oyster Cult disciples bring offerings to the altar from far-off lands – London to Naarm, they come bearing acid, prog, electro, techno and IDM – while other notable credits include regular appearances for Amsterdam institutions Dekmantel and

De School, not to mention a closing set that will live long in Organik Festival folklore.

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A liveset by Roman Flügel

Roza Terenzi is a manifestation of femmeforward rhythmic energy, spreading a concoction of sublime mind dance, irreverent sapphic mischief, & vivacious cybernetics throughout the universe. Since emerging from her birthplace in the Australian underground, she’s helped to usher in a fantastically playful innovation to dancefloors worldwide through her uniquely enamoring recklessness, irresistibly unruly kinetic frequencies, & a stylishly frenetic visual aesthetic. Combining rave sonics across style & era with relentlessly naughty finesse & a bewitching effervescence true to her sound, her DJing embodies a vibrant synergy between arcane feminine exuberance, lush atmospheres, & nefariously trippy grooves - at once deeply transcendent, yet confident, chaotic, and fun loving at its core.
Now based in Berlin, her vibrations on the decks are beloved worldwide - whether it’s through landmark festival slots at Dekmantel, Sonar, & Sustain Release, or blazing rave sets at celebrated party spots like Panorama Bar, Bassiani, De School, and likely your favorite club somewhere in the mix.

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Ryan Elliott, a Detroit-born DJ who found his groove in Berlin, has spent two decades deftly merging diverse artistic realms. Holding residencies at Berghain, Panorama Bar and Robert Johnson in Offenbach, he defies genre constraints, seamlessly blending techno and house. Through his label Faith Beat, established in 2019, Elliott curates music that is both playable and unpredictable, reflecting his DJ roots, production skills, and passion for collecting records.

Amsterdam’s Sandrien is known for her versatile take on techno. From deep and atmospheric to high-energy breaks and acid; her dynamic track selection has made her a dance floor favourite in her hometown and beyond. With over twenty years in the game, there are hardly any iconic clubs and festivals Sandrien has not played. She has graced the stages of Lowlands Festival, Awakenings, Dekmantel and Draaimolen in The Netherlands, Norway’s Monument, Rainbow Disco Club in Japan and the club booths of Berlin’s Berghain, Bassiani in Tbilisi, Basement NY, Tunnel Pereira and Womb in Tokyo.

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Selene is a Groningen based DJ with a love for the raw, compelling & hypnotic side of techno. Her sound is characterized as powerful & trippy with groovy rhythms and vocals to create an overall vivacious feeling. She tries to build a musical journey through extemporizing and sensing the moment on the dancefloor. In her sets hides hypnotic yet powerful cycles and her vision is to always be reinventing herself as an artist even playing the same musical styles. Besides DJing she is the co-founder of RIOT, by wich she aims to widening perspectives by pushing female talent in the electronic music scene.

As an emerging techno DJ and producer from Groningen (NL), Khas is determined to make his mark on the scene. Since his first dancefloor experiences with electronic music he has dedicated himself to creating his own unique sound to infect the people on the dance floor. The layers of his sound interweave seamlessly, creating a harmonious fusion that is both intricate and accessible. Every frequency is meticulously crafted with percussive elements that add texture to contribute to the overall sonic experience and create a vibrant and infectious pulse.

Already getting early support from cornerstones of the techno scene such as Rene Wise, Rødhåd, Phil Berg, Amoral and Lea Occhi, to name a few. Khas’ past work on Schimmer Records, Antidote and Drawner Records have already garnered substantial support in the scene.

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Snu is a dedicated record collector, both on and off the grid, co-curator of the ‘Groove Insurance’ event series (SNK Collective), and founder of Magic Water Records. With a passion for blending house, techno, and progressive music from various decades, he brings a well-cultivated selection to the dance floor. With uplifting synth lines and 2000s rave rhythms, Snu connects people on the dance floor.

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ELA//404 (Alessio, Italy) is a vinyl-focused DJ operating across the full BPM range. His sets explore deep, hypnotic atmospheres through steady grooves, progressive textures, and layered transitions. OOST resident and Liminoid Collective co-founder, he sees music and community-building as ways to create shared spaces beyond the pressures of contemporary capitalism.

Starving Insect is the artist name for Alexander Kassberg, a Swedish hardcore, industrial techno, and doomcore producer and DJ. Known for his dark, cinematic sounds and screaming analog kicks.

Tymon emerged from Sydney’s underground rave scene in the late 1990s, building a reputation as a DJ, promoter, and producer known for his powerful fusion of industrial hardcore, techno, and raw electronic energy. After signing with Industrial Strength Records in 2006, he made his European debut at Thunderdome in 2008 and went on to perform at leading festivals including Mysteryland, Dominator, Decibel, Masters of Hardcore, and PRSPCT. Over the following decade, his sound evolved beyond hardcore, earning recognition within the international techno scene through acclaimed releases and remixes. EPs such as Eternal Return and Woodsman on Perc Trax cemented his status as a unique force bridging hardcore intensity and uncompromising techno. After a hiatus from the scene, Tymon returns in 2026 revitalized and ready to make a fresh impact on the global underground.

Over the past few years, Tauceti has established herself as one of the voices of the new generation of techno artists. Her performances are characterized by a refined elegance, making each listen particularly memorable. Through her work in sound design, Tauceti has developed a unique approach to techno with her innovative and immersive soundscapes. Influenced by the world of cinema and digital arts, her productions are crafted with meticulous precision, drawing inspiration from both techno and ambient music. Resident DJ at Le Sucre (Lyon) and Lehmann Club (Stuttgart), she is also a producer recognized by her peers, with releases on renowned labels such as Non Series, WSNWG, Semantica, 47, Denovali, and many others.

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Twan Mulder brings a new refined sound. With a taste for the dark and gritty, his live performances are characterised by a dub-oriented minimalistic sound, filled with floating pads and a strong driven pulse. His sets unfold slowly, letting grooves breathe and develop in their own time. Subtle shifts and textures keep things moving, creating an atmosphere that feels raw, focused, and deeply immersive.

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Veras timeless music selection, a subtle mixing style and her authentic, elegant appearance behind the decks impressed clubbers and promoters all around the globe. Constantly evolving and picking up impulses, she follows her intuition rather then trends and she keeps surprising with unexpected sets, that have an unpretentious, female touch. Veras media are her vinyls, that she’s choosing from a decent record collection. For her it’s all about the story a dj is telling and the ambience being created, not about genres or playing one big tune after the other. Each gig she prepares passionately, trying to imagine and select the right music for each place she's visiting.

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While still very much rooted in”classically” informed dance music, Victor has slowly climbed the ranks of contemporary DJing.  These days, you can find him spinning at his home club Blitz, regularly dishing it out to a packed Panorama Bar, or serving to a heaving Selectors Stage at Dekmantel.  His 12” outlet Magic Power has seen a steady stream of carefully selected releases, slowly carving out a signature sound for the Label. Further releases are on the horizon with a possible second label in the works too.

The talented DJ, singer, songwriter and producer Virginia has been deeply involved in electronic music for over a decade. Growing up in Munich, she soon found her feet in music. Her career kick-started in the late 90s, she soon began to tour as a DJ, discovering a real passion performing in front of crowds.