British-Nigerian-born, Berlin-based Richard Akingbehin (@richard-akingbehin) is behind many crucial projects in electronic music, and most of them revolve around his exploration of deep and dubby sounds. Not only is he a co-founder of the excellent Refuge Worldwide radio station, but he also runs the experimental label Kynant Record and has some key residencies when not headlining other cult clubs around the world. His label recently released the first new album from dub techno don Tikiman in almost 20 years and this summer the pair will be playing together again as part of a mini tour. 

Ahead of joining us at Dekmantel Selectors later this year, Richard recorded this week's mix for us in the Refuge Worldwide studio with the aim of showcasing what he is playing in the clubs at the moment. It takes in his signature blend of dub techno styles with music from the likes of Parallel 9, Tikiman, Dialog and Delano Smith. It's spacious and unhurried but slowly ramps up the pressure to get you on your toes and vibing to his ever-warm, supple and minimal rhythms.

Dekmantel Podcast

Dekmantel Podcast 457 - Richard Akingbehin

an excerpt from the middle of a four hour opening set. enjoy.

photo by willem mevis

Richard Akingbehin @ Draaimolen x Sustain Release, Tilburg - May '24

A lesson in rhythm from a former De School resident.

When it comes to minimalist dance music, Ruben Üvez, AKA Konduku, is one of the best in the game right now. With a masterful and ever-shapeshifting understanding of rhythm, the Berlin-based artist crafts sublime dance music with a staunchly leftfield bent. Don't just take our word for it: how many DJs, after all, can claim to have moved De School to a puddle of tears?

Musically, Üvez is hard to pin down. He's often billed as a techno artist, but actually you'll find his sound sits outside of the genre's many conventions. With an outsider's curiosity, he leans into diverse moods, tempos and genres, though one throughline is always how he arranges his drums. Whether it be deep, Nobu-core techno such as 2023's Hayal EP or UK beat science á la Peverelist on 2019's  Gegek, he leads with rhythm across his DJing and production. The end product is a hypnotic, one-of-a-kind sound that hits the body before the brain has time to catch up. In short, it slaps.

As Üvez's RA Podcast demonstrates, he's got a serious knack for crafting and selecting tunes that can  deeply captivate a dance floor. Clocking in at just over 90 minutes, RA.967 is an excursion through a timeless sound, packed with long, layered blends, flick-of-the-wrist transitions, locked grooves and spine-tingling atmospherics. In 2020, we called Ruben Üvez one of techno's brightest new talents. This mix sees him ascending to a seat at the top table.

@kondukukonduku

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RA.967 Konduku

There’s a rhythm to how the festival unfolds. Thursday opens slowly, almost like a breath in. By Friday night, the pulse is stronger, but not too heavy. Monument festival had settled into its rhythm, and Kia and Polygonia stepped into the wooden dj-booth together.

The forest floor was vibrating, the crowd fully present. Their set matched the moment—playful, warm, and alive. It felt like Friday was always meant to sound like this. Varden became their playground.

This was more than a strong back-to-back. Two years earlier, they met here, both playing solo, both part of the Monument line-up for the first time. This night marked an anniversary of their friendship. From solo artists to close friends, now creating something special together.

Follow:
https://soundcloud.com/kia-sydney
https://www.instagram.com/kiasvs/

https://soundcloud.com/polygonia
https://www.instagram.com/_polygonia_/


Monument Festival 2024 : Kia b2b Polygonia

Deep, dubby and most importantly trippy sounds from Melbourne-based selector https://soundcloud.com/isabel-nak. Layered with rich textures and pulsating rhythms, Nak's BSRMIX showcases her signature style in 1 hour and 40 minutes of deep listening bliss.

BSRMIX #158 - Nak

Episode streamed live on the 19th of April 2025 from our Berlin studio. One hour of HPC from @djytu and @giacomovalles live on @rblmedia

HPC Live @ rbl.media | 032

at small steps / bis.club / brussels / 19.04.25

The inimitable self-titled album “Voices from the Lake” from Donato Dozzy and Neel. Now reimagined in a seamless, immersive live mix. Carefully crafted for the community, this tribute aims to bring this seminal ambient techno album’s hypnotic flow and aquatic depth into a new, breathing form.

Voices from the Lake - Voices from the Lake (Mixed Album)

oma totem - Live - @ ExtraMostra Nitsa (Barcelona) / 01-03-25

This month on Netil, Robek is joined by basic chanel, taking an hour each to dive into things. Expect deep, percussive, dubby techno, minimal grooves and some bassy wobblers. 

Platforms w/ Robek & basic chanel - 10th July 2025

Recorded live @mutek_montreal 2019
Mastered by @pheek

Priori - Live @ MUTEK Montreal 2019

Crafted by Ytu (@djytu) and Giacomo Valles (@giacomovalles), High Pitch Control is more than just a series of music selections, mixtapes, or live sets. It's a genuine exploration of emotions through sound.

HPC serves as a safe haven, inviting you to navigate the nuances of your darker feelings. In this space, you're encouraged to delve into your inner world and express it through a carefully chosen soundtrack. The goal? Simple yet profound: navigate the intricate landscapes of your inner world, unveiling the depths of emotions through a curated blend of sounds.

Join us in controlling the wheel of your emotional journey, riding the waves of your inner storm. High Pitch Control brings you a blend of beats that aims to elevate your mood and provide a sonic backdrop for self-reflection. So, whether you're looking for a musical escape or a companion for your inner thoughts, tune in to High Pitch Control and let the sounds speak to you. Crafted in Berlin, shared with the world.

We love to promote upcoming artists belonging to the darker sides of sounds. Get in touch.

Every third Saturday of the month live on @rblmedia