Unloved by a loved one (Original 275 Mix)

The Villain

2025-08-27 (4)

Klaudia, thanks for agreeing to this interview. It was such a pleasure to record your mix to share with the public. 

How was the transition from Jasmin to Andromeda?

I started playing with my middle name Jasmin while studying at University in Leeds and becoming part of a thriving scene that was the perfect breeding ground for aspiring artists. I was drawn by the raw and classic sounds of acid house and Detroit techno and after moving to London, I started to get introduced to the techno scene through events such as Unmasked, On The 5th Day and Koodeta. The turning point was when I performed for the first time at HTBX and got introduced to a scene that was different to anything I had ever experienced before. Playing vinyl sets to a hedonistic crowd that was hungry for the heavier stuff really inspired me to dig deeper and find records that expressed my darker side. I decided to start a new project that would represent my alter-ego by embodying the character of ‘The Chained Woman’ from Greek mythology, Andromeda. It was a spontaneous transition that gave me a chance to reinvent my public persona by playing under an alias that is a metaphysical representation of my higher self. 

As a regular at unfold, how do you find the booth being in the middle of the room?

I think that the 360 degrees DJ booth is a great concept that creates an intimate atmosphere by removing the barrier between the crowd and the performer. It makes you feel more connected with the crowd by being on the same level on the dancefloor. It was the first time that I played on such a setup and I could really feel the energy of the room all the way through, it was magical.

Do you prepare your set in a different way when you play in the round?

I don’t think that the DJ setup has an effect on the way I prepare for my sets but playing in the round can encourage you to get out of your comfort zone and play tracks that you might have not played otherwise. For example I ended up playing ‘Higher State Of Consciousness’ which wasn’t planned but it fit the moment perfectly and many people were coming up to me and commenting about that particular track which wasn't on my original tracklist. I also played some dialogue from the matrix during the breakdown of one of the tracks which was a very transcendental moment. 

It was great to make you our latest resident at FOLD. Have you held a residency at a club before?

It is an honour to be one of the residents at FOLD and I feel extremely lucky to be part of such a ground-breaking institution. I was first made resident of an event called Flux in Leeds in 2010 which became one of the most popular student nights in the city. I was also a regular at one of the most legendary clubbing institutions in the world, Back to Basics, where I hosted the second room and played alongside legendary artists such as Derrick May, Carl Craig, Chez Damier and many others. I organised my own events in London for many years after that where I played as a resident and hosted radio shows on stations such as Hoxton FM, Bloop and Soho Radio. 

What do you see as a unique challenge to being a resident DJ? Do you try to do a different set each time or is there not enough time in between shows to do that effectively? 

I think the biggest challenge of a resident is to maintain a consistent sound and at the same surprise the crowd every time you perform by making sure that each set is memorable. I spend most of my spare time searching for music and I buy new tracks before every performance in order to deliver a unique performance that is specifically tailored to that moment in time. As a perfectionist, I always strive to make each set better than the previous one and the challenge of trying to achieve that is what gets me excited about performing. Having a residency makes it possible to grow and develop your skills as an artist by delivering quality sets on a regular basis and becoming part of an institution that trusts and believes in you.

FOLD Invites Andromeda + Interview

Phin is both inventive and refreshing, with a knack for turning her ambitions into reality. A longstanding member of the HTBX community, London-based Hannie has become a recurrent face in the scene since her first introduction to techno as a teenager. Since that initial shift in her musical awareness, her motivations became engrossed in plying her craft, subsequently guiding her into the sweeping London music culture in 2008. Cultivating an affiliation with the diverse and inclusive culture of key environments such as KAOS and Electrowerkz, Phin made the conscious decision to join the community in full force by honing her skills both behind the decks and in the studio, eventually swapping the dancefloor for the booth at the very venues she first admired. Having witnessed her determination to contribute to the ethics she valued, FOLD invited Hannie to play at UNFOLD 009, and alongside this recording of her face-melting set, we spoke to her about her ever-propelling lifestyle.

You launched your label 'Theory of Yesterday' back in 2019, with three EPs released in just one short year. What inspired you to create this label, and what is the concept behind the project?

I think it’s similar for a lot of DJs after a while - you want to play your own music too. It was as simple as wanting to release mine and other people’s music - to create something positive that I can grow with. The label is eclectic and will be more so as it grows; it’s a personal project and a space for me to express myself to others through music, and I love to have my freedom with it. I’ve also connected with more people outside my circle despite being London-based. Until 2018 my gigs were all in London but as a direct result of the label, I started travelling more for gigs. I’ll be back soon in Germany as people found me through TOY. The artists I’ve signed so far have been and are producing great music; it’s great to be the one to have released their first EPs. There’s lots more coming up, including a new act that I recently fell in love with… 

How did you find playing UNFOLD?

It was so much fun! I played something a bit different than my current sets - I went back to faster BPMs and acid sounds. This was how I’d started before I got into more industrial sounds. I’m happy that the more ravey sound’s made a return in London! It never left completely but you would only hear it at certain places in the last 10 years. It was an instant connection with the crowd.

How did UNFOLD's crowd feel compared to other parties you've played?

Unstoppable - ready for anything! That’s the motivation for me - to push myself a bit more. It’s obvious that FOLD brought together a lot of people that want to have a great time. People love being there; they feel safe, free and loved. Happiness was in the air the whole time. Most parties I play thankfully have a similar vibe; London is on fire with so many great events lately. UNFOLD is definitely one of the strong additions and people have adopted it as their second home. There's common ground with FOLD and other venues like Electrowerks and Kit Kat in that people are just there to dance and let go – thanks to the promoters. Thank you for having me!

You've been a staple of the HTBX family for some while now. How did they help develop your musical career and what special moments have you experienced with them?

HTBX is family and where I started taking things more seriously. From them, many more doors opened and they’ve always been very supportive. I don’t know how many HTBX events I’ve played at in the last 5 years but every one of them has been special. I feel a special connection with HTBX and it’s also very much to do with the core people that created it and due to the fact that I met a lot of people that I'm on the same page with through HTBX. I hope this feeling always stays the same as the party grows.

FOLD Invites Phin + Interview

recording of my livestream from Saturday 21st

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Lockdown Session Round #2

3rd episode of our podcast series featuring Schimmer Records Head Egotot from Stuttgart. 
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obscene 003 | Egotot

Audio taken from my Livestream as part of RAW - ESCAPE FROM REALITY II online festival which took place on 15 May 2020. 

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JAY CLARKE X RAW - ESCAPE FROM REALITY II

Born on the outskirts of Toronto, @farhan_music found his way into the rave scene at the tender young age of 19. He quickly developed a niche for himself as a raver, a DJ, and a co-founder of the "Untitled" DIY event series. He gathers his inspiration through shared moments on the dance floor - as this is the place that unites us all.

This inspiration can be found in his DJ sets, as he likes to take dancers on journey through the various scopes of electronic music. Though the focus is on techno, you wont be surprised to hear tinges of ambient, industrial, electro, ghetto, EBM, and everything in between.

In addition to his DJ'ing endeavours, Farhan has been apart of the local Toronto techno scene working with, and organizing a well known series of events called "Untitled". His involvement with Untitled has allowed him to push the sound of techno throughout the city, striving to create spaces for like-minded techno lovers, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and its allies all under one roof.

Now living in Berlin, Farhan is continuing his journey as a DJ and representative in the industry. Currently he is working with Quest Agency as a booking agent, and has played DJ sets at: Griessmuhle, STAUB (://About Blank), Kantine Am Berghain, and Club Church (Amsterdam - LockeRRoom sex party).

"I wanted to present a mix that contained harder techno while still maintaining the essence of groove and melody. As such, the mix starts off at 140bpm with dubby, minimal, and driving techno. After the halfway mark I decided to dive deeper into heavier industrial sounds with a focus on artists from Toronto, NYC, and some unreleased tracks/new tracks from my friends. The mix was recorded in one take on 2 CDJs. Hope you guys enjoy!"

Tracklist:
1. Exos - Hverfult [XOZ001]
2. Schacke - Like That [IOD042]
3. Antigone - Infinite Limit [TOKEN88]
4. Sugar - Krankengymnastik [EUROMANTIC003]
5. Blue Hour - Front (D.Dan Remix) [BLUEHOURMX004]
6. Hadone - Hate After Midnight [THEM014]
7. P.E.A.R.L - Hollow [FEX017]
8. 90s Process - Do You Like Tools [1ØPILLS008]
9. Leftfield - Space Shanty [HANDLP2T]
10. Aleksi Perälä - UKMH51900045 [TRP028]
11. UNRELEASED (Aahan)
12. City Dance Corporation - Behind the Eye (Measure Divide Remix) [FORTH003]
13. Buzzi - Staring at Characters [SELFRELEASED]
14. UNRELEASED
15. City Dance Corporation - We're So Fucked [NODDINGHEADSVA001]
16. Xiorro - Ikigai [WR016]
17. UNRELEASED
18. Varg2™ & VTSS - VARGTSS1 (Do the Roar) [NE73]
19. Rune Bagge - How You Want It [KAOS02]

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SC: @farhan_music
FB: www.facebook.com/DJFarhann/
IG: www.instagram.com/farhan.wav
Charity: Marsha P. Johnson Institute: marshap.org/donate/

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Harder Podcast #033 - Farhan

Sløt - Podcast for underground music
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The Drum Beats Go Like This

FOLD is an artist-led, community-driven nightclub and arts space. Positioned at the forefront of electronic music, audio-visual performance, and live streaming. FOLD prides itself on striving to be a safe space for our predominantly queer techno community.

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FOLD RESIDENTS: 

Voicedrone - https://soundcloud.com/voicedrone
Anabel Arroyo - https://soundcloud.com/anabelarroyo.
Andromeda - https://soundcloud.com/andromedaldn
Gareth Wild - https://soundcloud.com/eartoground
James Newmarch - https://soundcloud.com/jamesnewmarch
Alba Heidari - https://soundcloud.com/lemmiwinks
Lockhart - https://soundcloud.com/lockhartsj
Riva - https://soundcloud.com/riva999