R/D/V - Upstream @ Operator Radio - 18.05.2024

<< For event or podcast bookings please send me a DM. I mix Techno because I love the sound, and I certainly would share that with anyone interested. I've been doing this for 33 years now simply so that I could always be as hands-on with the Techno I love, experiment with it, and enjoy it in as many ways as possible. >>


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Techno, Art, and Technology. 


I've been involved in Techno since early 1993, and spent a lot of time between 92' and 01' driving from Boston to NYC (and back) chasing a specific sound, and as it turned out was able to be a part of some pretty memorable Techno events. Many warehouse parties hosted by Sonic Groove, Mental Unity / Electronik Underground, and others throughout those decades. 


After 2001 the Techno scene pretty much collapsed for a few years in NYC, due to issues related to the Sept 11th attacks, such as artists having issues obtaining a US visas, the world economy, pointless wars, and a collectively paranoid government. Boston (my home) never really had a well established Techno scene before 2012 or so. 


My first, honest introduction to underground Techno began in 1993, Manchester N.H. Thanks to N.E.A.U. ("New England Acid Underground", circa 1993-95) which then became N.E.W. ("New England Works", circa 1995-2001) which focused on pure, underground Techno sound & experience by hosting many epic, outlaw warehouse parties, and formed a solid base for a diverse group of people, from various backgrounds, many of which I had grown close to in those years. 


This collectively represented what I felt was my "home base" at the time, fulfilling my strict preferences within electronic music, and of course the quality of the people, & the Techno experience. A good link with the Sonic Groove crew down in NYC between 1993 and 2000 had been forged through great events rooted in a "music & human experience first" approach and purpose. I learned a lot about music, DJing & the beauty of pure Techno's hands-on approach, adaptability, & re-usablity. 


Pure Techno is a powerful, "language agnostic" form of communication and connection via a shared emotional journey that's tethered to the art of sound. Without any single person needing to say a word, a true collective experience is often realized. 


I'll never forget that early Manchester, NH scene, or all of the people involved that helped to establish it each in their own way, nor will I forget all of the amazing people in New York City who welcomed us, shared with us some unbelievable sounds, hosted some of the most memorable events, and hosted such a dizzying array of talented artists from around the globe. 


I'm still plugged into Techno today, of course, & it's health is better than ever. But established collectives are harder to come by in Boston, & many from NYC have moved on to Europe where they can make a living and thrive in it's long-established Techno scenes. 


Thankfully one of the most active and Techno focused groups has been doing great things in the Boston area over the last six or seven years or so (INFRA Boston), and doing more than I can recall being done in the last 30 years for sure. It is good to know that after so many decades, Techno is still breaking new ground in places like Boston.


I've been quite active in releasing recorded sets of my own, of online live-streams, home mixes, mixes inspired by friends, by shared experiences over three-plus decades. 


I started DJing thirty two years ago because I feel in love with pure Techno. That motivation is as strong toda. y

gran aficionado y amante de la música electrónica,y del tecno más oscuro y mental .

Hello to everyone, I'm just a music listener since I was born "1974"!!! Without music the world is wishy-washy.
I've done voice in a punk band called "Breakdown Brain" here on my land, but since invented Techno,
I follow the style with nails and teeths, thanks to Speedy J, Oscar Mulero, Chris Liebing, Plastikman, Ken Ishii, Emmanuel Top, Anthony Child, Fumiya Tanaka, Richard D. James, Autechre, OrbitalJeff Mills, Chris Knowles and all the Liberators, Guy McAffer, CJ Bolland, Green Velvet, UR, Laurent Hô, Miss Djax, N-Son-X, Daz Saund, A.Paul, DJPepo, D.A.V.E. The Drummer, FSOL, Hardfloor, Acid Junkies, Mário Roque, Jesus del Campo...
and many more...! You know what I'm talkin about!
I don't know why I never got into production and DJing, maybe one day (it's a project) ...
Thank you all for your work and good luck to everyone! Good job SoundCloud!
"LET THE MUSIC TAKE CONTROL!!!"
Thank you guys for the TECHNO I've been hearing here at SoundCloud and around the world with you ALL!!!

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Luca Redivo is an Amsterdam-based audio engineer and DJ/producer who goes by the alias R/D/V. Known for his inclination to introspective, driving and textural sound, Luca channels his energy into crafting hypnotic techno and ambient music.

As part of his creative journey, R/D/V has recently released music via labels like [R]3volution, TMM and Analog Solutions, while also performing and taping podcasts for renowned organisations such as Tresor, Acquario, and Résilience.

Beyond his artistic contribution, Luca is deeply involved in the technical side of audio. He engineers at multiple studios and live venues, whilst partaking in collaborative projects that push the boundaries of sonic exploration. 

Booking: Ana@jorhsvision.com

Contact/Promos/Audio Engineering: Lucaredivo99@gmail.com