I recorded a vinyl mix for the monthly https://soundcloud.com/live-at-robert-johnson show "This is Your Time!" on https://soundcloud.com/radio80000. The 14th episode of this podcast series features Robert Johnson's very own Horkheimer - founder of https://soundcloud.com/klinikamusik and curator of This Is Your Time! - with a fantastic blend of beautifully cosmic, deep driving and athmospheric techno and my humble self with a tekknoid full rush merging dub elements, dry loops, bleepy trip lords and lots of groooooove. I reuploaded my part here. Enjoy xx

The full show with both contributions is available on https://soundcloud.com/live-at-robert-johnson/this-is-your-time-vol14-with-reka-zalan-and-horkheimer

Reka Zalan @ This Is Your Time! Vol. 14 (Live at Robert Johnson / Radio 80k)

Marcel Dettmann - BBC Essential Mix

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006 - ESSHAR

(interview & english version below)
In unserer sechsten Ausgabe unseres Podcats präsentieren wir euch Esshar. Esshars Sets erinnern an eine kosmische Reise, geprägt von dunklen Synthesizern, verspulten Atmosphären, ekstatischer Momente, gebrochenen Beats und treibenden Rhythmen - subtil und zugleich energetisch. Mit diesem Set eröffnete Esshar am 17.08.24 vor Joel Mull den Südpol.

INTERVIEW
Wie bist du zur elektronischen Musik und insbesondere zum Techno gekommen? 

Den ersten technoiden Impact bekam ich 1997 als 8 jähriges Kind mit dem Track 20Hz von Capricorn. Beim Herumfahren mit meiner Oma im Auto holte sie die Single CD raus, ein Spontankauf, ab dem Moment war der Grundstein gelegt. Im gleichen Jahr kaufte ich mir mein erstes Album, Scooter - Age of Love, ab da wusste ich, dass elektronische Musik für mich funktioniert und began sie zu genießen und zu erforschen. 20hz beeinflusst mich noch heute und umfasst alle Ecken und Kanten meines heutigen Stils. Sphärische Synthesizer, non-konforme Rhythmen, Verspultheit und ein Hauch vom sich Treiben lassen.

 Du gibst FLINTA*-DJ Workshops in Hamburg. Was für Erfahrungen hast du dort gesammelt und wie versuchst du dein Wissen weiterzugeben? 

Da ich einen technischen Background durch meine Ausbildung in der Veranstaltungstechnik habe, liegt mein Fokus in den DJ-Workshops auf die Vermittlung der Grundlagen in der Tontechnik und deren Hardware. Das Interesse an den Workshops ist unglaublich hoch. Es freut mich riesig zu sehen wie groß die Begeisterung der Teilnehmenden nach den Workshops ist und welche Talente dort bisher geweckt wurden. Für mehr FLINTA* an den Decks!

Du bist Resident-DJ im Südpol, was macht das Auflegen im dort für dich besonders?

Der Südpol ist ein Ort des Ausprobieren und Wachsen für mich. Ohne den Support und das Vertrauen in meinen musikalischen Output hätte ich wohl kaum meinen heutigen Stil finden und ausarbeiten können. Die Möglichkeit im Nebel zu pulsierendem gedimmten Licht das Publikum mit auf eine Reise zu nehmen macht für mich den Ort mehr als besonders.

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(english)
In our sixth edition of our podcast, we present Esshar. Esshar's sets are reminiscent of a cosmic journey, characterized by dark synthesizers, twisted atmospheres, ecstatic moments, broken beats and driving rhythms - subtle and energetic at the same time. With this set, Esshar opened for Joel Mull at Südpol on August 17, 2024.

INTERVIEW
How did you get into electronic music and especially techno?

I got my first technoid impact in 1997 as an 8-year-old child with the track 20Hz by Capricorn. While driving around in the car with my grandma, she pulled out the single CD, an impulse buy, and from that moment on the foundation was laid. In the same year I bought my first album, Scooter - Age of Love, from then on I knew that electronic music worked for me and started to enjoy and explore it. 20hz still influences me today and encompasses all the nooks and crannies of my current style. Spherical synthesizers, non-conformist rhythms, a sense of being unhinged and drifting.

You give FLINTA DJ workshops in Hamburg. What experiences have you had there, and how do you pass on your knowledge?

Since I have a technical background through my training in event technology, my focus in the DJ workshops is on teaching the basics of sound engineering and hardware. The interest in the workshops is incredibly high. It makes me really happy to see the enthusiasm of the participants after the workshops and to witness the talents that have been awakened. Here's to more FLINTA* on the decks!

You are resident DJ at Südpol. What makes playing there special for you?

Südpol is a place for me to experiment and grow. Without the support and trust in my musical output, I probably wouldn’t have been able to find and refine my current style. The chance to take the audience on a journey, in the fog and under pulsing, dimmed lights, makes this place truly special for me.

Artwork by Janu Krohm

6D. Podcast 006 - Esshar

Blitzcast 026 : https://soundcloud.com/kareem-el-morr

Dance music—and especially techno—enthusiasts around Munich will likely recognize Kareem El Morr's name. The Munich-based DJ and producer has become synonymous with consistent and highly refined techno, boasting releases on Ilian Tape, UMAY, Molten Moods, and many other exciting imprints. With his sleek and precise selections, he’s been a recurring presence in our lineups, but you're about to see and hear a lot more from him at Blitz in the near future! If you’re not yet familiar with Kareem El Morr, now is the perfect time to dive in.

We're thrilled to present Blitzcast 026 by Kareem El Morr, accompanied by an interview that delves into his approach, his perspectives on Munich’s scene, and his musical journey.

Read more about it here: https://www.blitz.club/2024/12/18/blitzcast-026-kareem-el-morr/

Kareem will be joining us on December 24th for our Unholy Residents bash, and he’ll be back to keep the energy soaring during our NYE & NYD CRUISE XXX-TRA LARGE party on December 31st and January 1st.

Find out more here:

24/12 Unholy Residents / https://www.blitz.club/program/unholy-residents-start-2359/
31/12 & 01/01 NYE & NYD / https://www.blitz.club/program/nye-nyd-cruise-xxx-tra-large/

And don't forget to follow Kareem El Morr and his exciting plans for 2025:
https://www.instagram.com/kareemelmorr/

Blitzcast 026 : Kareem El Morr

Live @ Sisyphos // Hammerhalle

Joel Mull @ tanztag. easter special 19.04.25

://about blank -- MDF 03.05.2025

Ray Kajioka live at Fusion Festival 2015



www.trainwreckspodcast.com If you like what you hear, head to the official site above to see more episodes or subscribe on iTunes!

Cosmin TRG is at the table this week, with the return of Truncate on co-hosting duties for this episode! Cosmin TRG started off in the bass/dubstep scenes about 10 years ago, but has spent the last 5 or so years in the techno realm. Aside from his own new Fizic imprint, he has previously released material on techno labels like 50 Weapons and Running Back. He also enjoys long walks on the beach and poetry.

Truncate likes beer and techno. It’s always good to have him on the show! He stopped in to have a drink and catch up with us. He has a new record coming this summer on Truncate along with a small handful of remixes. Tune in to find out more.


TW020 - Cosmin TRG & Truncate Part 2

Dustin Zahn