KHIDI Podcast 121

Kostas aka @againstmesc is a greek Berlin-based DJ, Producer & co-founder of SOCIETY 3000 and core member of USM Recordings.

The project “AgainstMe” started back in 2017 on his home island Lesvos, Greece and it stands for the continuous fight with ourselves to align our inner voice with our soul and beliefs.

In 2014, at the age of 16 years old, he first discovered his passion for DJing and producing and he did his first steps into the music industry under a different alias in a wider range of electronic music. His music has been released on different labels around the world, but as he was at a very young age, he was still discovering his self and what style of music expresses him the most.

The project “AgainstMe” came to life two years later after his first Rave / Techno parties in Lesvos, Greece.  For him at that point, techno music was something completely new, uniting and revolutionary which was going against everything that he had experienced before. The distorted melodies and the heavy drum patterns along with the ritualistic vibe of these parties made him immediately fall in love with everything around this sound and what it stands for.
 
Since then, his music got released on different record labels around the world. Some of the most important releases during the last years were, his album “Synopsis” in Subsist, “Tension Seeker” in Warok and "Defend" In VOXNOX.

He already enjoyed support from artists like Dax J, DVS1, Rodhad, K-Hand, Mikael Delta, Richie Hawtin, Temudo, Kanding Ray and many more.

For him, the absolute goal of a DJ  is to connect with the crowd and build a unique moment together. So his sound could be characterized as multidimensional, energetic and storytelling. Some of the venues/parties he performed at are RSO, Corsica Studios, QRECLAIM, Astron Bar.

Currently, he is experimenting a lot with Modular Systems and unorthodox techniques in his studio in Berlin.

GENAU #115 AGAINSTME || 06/03/2024

MWTG 341 | Staryk (@staryk_dj) 

This vinyl set was recorded on 19/01/2024 during the PACED event at Drugi DOM (Gdynia, PL).

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DJ, collector and promoter of music born in Olsztyn and living in Gdynia. Resident of the Drugi DOM club, where he hosts an event series called "PACED". Responsible for the @polishtechnology project which takes care of publishing respected podcast series, promoting newest releases of techno music and releasing the music as a label. Member of @pplshowcase group which is involved in organizing legal and less legal events in the Tricity scene.

Inspired by the music vision created by music labels such as SK_eleven, KSR, KEY Vinyl or Hayes. He plays fast paced, rhythmic sets also connecting various textures and elements of deep and hypnotic techno. Surrounded by music since his early years. Starting from long, arduous years with classical, electric guitar and drums. He started in 2019 in Gdańsk shipyard’s venue Protokultura. Since then he regularly presents his vision of techno, performing in clubs, festivals and publishing sets for Polish and foreign music platforms playing vinyl or digital.

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MWTG 341: Staryk [Vinyl Only]

Emerging as Phase Fatale in 2014, Berlin-based DJ, producer and label owner, Hayden Payne is rewriting the discourse of Techno with his cross-pollination of gnarly basslines, sensual narratives and mind-control mechanics. Demonstrating his vision through an authentic, highly curated sonic-lens of techno, Payne’s rhythmic excursions draw on both his roots in the New York and Berlin underground as well as his reputable experience performing to dancefloors globally. Exemplified by long-standing tenures as a resident for esteemed institutions such as Berghain as well as KHIDI in Georgia's capital Tbilisi, Payne demonstrates a resolute understanding of harnessing club synergy across his productions and DJ sets. 

With three full length albums under his belt, including the 2020 sophomore release ‘Scanning Backwards’ on Berghain’s Ostgut Ton, Payne’s sonic signature pushes the boundaries of techno sensibilities and reflects the zeitgeist whilst staying true to his own vision. Wasting no time since his solo project’s inception to showcase his expert sonic ability, Payne has toured globally performing at renowned clubs and festivals worldwide, releasing numerous records on labels including Jealous God, Ostgut Ton, and his own label BITE. 

Payne co-launched the BITE imprint in 2018 as a means to platform cutting-edge sound production across a diverse roster of international artists. Along with fellow Soft Crash protagonist Pablo Bozzi pioneering ‘Italo Body Music’, BITE’s seminal synthesis of curated techno solidifies the label as a tour de force taste-maker within electronic music with showcases worldwide including Berghain and their 5 year anniversary compilation ‘Shedding Skin’ in 2023. 

Hailing from post-punk roots, Payne draws on his depth of musical knowledge and multitude of influences. His merging of nuanced references and high concept narratives remain geared towards the dancefloor at its core, subtleties of his multifarious sonic palette act as the foundations for his layered wall of sound.

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Born and raised in the Italian coast of Rimini, Mondo Nudo’s musical foundations were laid in the Riviera club scene during the golden era of Cocoricò, Altromondo and Melody Mecca. Throughout these formative years, he absorbed influences from both the vibrant native scene and international influences from the US, UK and beyond, all the while nurturing his musical talent as a self-taught pianist and crafting his initial compositions.

During his 10+ years in London, he embarked on a strong collaboration with Giles Smith and James Priestley from Secretsundaze. Here he co-ran the renowned London party and record label, releasing music from artists such as Joe Claussell, Palms Trax, Carista, Fred P and Shanti Celeste as well as putting on parties in collaboration with international brands such as as Southbank Centre, Sónar, Berghain, NTS Radio, Saatchi Gallery.

Tapping into his diverse background and sensibility, Mondo Nudo’s dynamic DJ sets take in everything from soul to house, techno and draw from all eras of dance music’s rich history.

Artwork by Mariangela Levita, Stain Machine.

Summa Cum Laude Mix 007 | Mondo Nudo

Bitecast Episode 13. Introducing Christoph Faust, formerly known as Inhalt Der Nacht, from Berlin. He's on a mission to revive the primal pulse of techno, bringing dance floors back to a deep, entrancing state of mind. From droney meanders to high-velocity breaks, Christoph Faust guides ravers through soul-healing introspection and beat-driven escapism.

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BITECAST 013 w/ Christoph Faust

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This set to welcome Domenico Crisci  to the Collision family as a new resident

Domenico Crisci - Collision Podcast 003

▷ THE ART OF: Mesh Convergence | 012

The twelfth episode reinforces our guest, Mesh Convergence's pure-spirited versatile role, who emerges in the techno empire, both as DJ and producer. It reflects his concept of music as a way out from convention, playing calculated rebellion in a mixed sharp combination of striking techno, cosmic touches, and height-surfaced breaks.

Mesh aims to overcome the perimeters of the orthodox minimalist four-to-the-floor rhythm, providing variety and originality, solid cadences built through a wide and irregular sound, dystopian sequences, clear shortcuts, intertwined repetitions, and defined atmospheres.

Highlighting his ability to weave meshes of emotional intensity with experimental skill, constructing an auditory direction that models appropriate outcomes of convergence, Nahuel formulates 'The Art of' as an engaging path and an ingenious chapter, taking listeners to bold sonic crossroads. 

Wherever the set takes you, to flee, forget, get lost or help you find your truth, it is a gift dedicated to appreciating the present moment and connecting with this art. So surrender to the unknown and let it be, it will add up. 

3, 2, 1... Dance the Mix! 💫
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Nahuel Rodriguez, known as Mesh Convergence, is a Spanish producer whose work has significantly impacted the techno scene. Currently residing between Granada and Madrid, his roots are firmly planted in techno. However, his musical explorations extend to Electro, Breakbeats, Jungles, Drum & Bass, and IDM, reflecting his broad musical interests and versatility.

Nahuel's journey into music began with a love for Linkin Park and metal in 2006, eventually evolving into an interest in electronic music by 2010. However, his reconnection with techno in 2020 truly defined his current musical direction. His sound has been shaped by various techno producers, resulting in a unique blend of styles that sets him apart in the electronic music scene. His music, a product of emotion and experimentation, offers an intense and addictive listening experience. 

It has been released on esteemed labels such as Faut Section, Edit Select, Children of Tomorrow, Utopia, TMM, Sungate, Subsist, BAHN-, Signal, Arido, NYXII, and Diffuse Reality, among others. 

His tracks have found their way into the sets of renowned artists like DVS1, Laurent Garnier, Rødhad,Takaaki Itoh, Setaoc Mass, Lewis Fautzi, Fabio Florido, HD Substance, Pfirter, Adriana Lopez, Ribé, Viels, Vincent Neumann, Blazej Malinowski and more, resonating in iconic venues such as Berghain, Awakenings, Luna Park, Sisyphos, Fabrik, and Tresor.

Nahuel's music, which ranges from pounding techno to richly textured breaks, is a fusion of robotic and organic sounds. Drawing inspiration from science fiction and the material world, his unique sonic palette integrates everything from natural elements to dystopian future synthesizers. 

This results in DJ sets that transport the crowd, offering them an escape from their surroundings.

With several upcoming releases, Nahuel continues pushing electronic music's boundaries. His vision is to create music that provides an escape, a sonic journey that takes listeners away from their everyday reality and immerses them in a world of sound. As he continues to evolve and experiment, Nahuel Rodriguez is an artist to watch in the ever-changing techno landscape.

▪️ Tracklist: On MoonLET's Instagram

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The Art of: Mesh Convergence

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The Art Of: Mesh Convergence

Aiken @Gare  (Porto - Portugal ) - 03.05.2024

TASCAM DR-40

AIKEN @GARE PORTO x DANZA FUTURA 03.05.2024

New mix by PWCCA, Live set recorded at Vektor Warehouse on  11 March 2023

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Vektor Warehouse · PWCCA [Faut Section I Mord I Warm-Up] 11.03.2023

After releasing records on L.I.E.S, Jealous God, Semantica and his own label project Summa Cum Laude to name a few, Domenico Crisci quickly rose to prominence among purveyors of timeless techno. One of his earlier records on Jealous God cemented his reputation as a careful engineer of effective, hard, crafty dance floor cuts that comfortably sit next to early works of the genre’s pioneers. Domenico’s sets consist of an eclectic mix of acid, techno and electro with a non-conforming puristic approach. Causing chaos to some of the best clubs in world.

Summa Cum Laude Mix 007 | Mondo Nudo

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