As we eagerly count down the days to our third edition on August 24th, we're thrilled to share a new mix of our Nothing Special podcast series recorded by Budino, capturing the enchanting energy of her unforgettable closing set from our last Nothing Special event. Get ready to be transported back to that magical dancefloor!

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Nothing Special 003: Budino

Electric is the only way to describe Andi’s sets. The specific dynamism the NYC-based DJ and producer constructs is an intoxicating flow that is always palpable between the walls of the foggy, neon-lit dancefloor. Parts sleaze and sultry, Andi’s aesthetic is body music based, thriving on the delivery of the groove and the bombastic highs of a track’s apex. As a devotee of distinct sounds such as EBM, new beat, Italo, and freestyle—with hints of housey 90s elements—her sets reflect her deep vinyl collection: diverse, yet focused, and completely one-of-a-kind. Further, as the boss of SYNTHICIDE—the internationally known party, label and event series—Andi has cultivated the dark underground scene for over a decade in Brooklyn. 


Her own productions aim to challenge the expectations within the confines of traditionally masculine dance genres. With bassline-heavy grooves and a conceptual emphasis on storytelling with samples taken from long-forgotten erotic thrillers and seedy sci-fi films, Andi adds a wry yet delicate touch to machine music. Andi has released on aufnahme + wiedergabe, Mecanica, Mannequin, and Curses’ Next Wave Acid Punx Deux compilation. Most recently, she contributed a track to Dischi Autunno's Intermezzo Tre compilation with the track "End Program."

This mix was a recorded set for Dykes of Darkness in San Francisco on October 12th

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Dekmantel Selectors 2024

Metz Attack at Dekmantel Selectors 2024

“As the Japanese composer Nas-Kaz once said, sound is like wind — it becomes boring when humans try to control it too much. I feel the same when performing live ambient music. We have reached a time where music cannot be created by thought alone; it has to be allowed to unfold, to breathe on its own terms.”

ambient live set at Halle am Berghain - December 2024

Smoke Machine Podcast 155 DJ Tool

After visiting the lakeside dreamland last year I couldn't help myself but imagine on the moment what I would play if I had the opportunity to perform there myself (as any DJ would, I guess). I had different archetypes of sets forming in the back of my mind for different times of the day possible, if the opportunity ever came one day. 
So when I got invited to play the opening of Floresta on Sunday, it first came as a bit of a surprise, but the surprise turned into excitement and it was time to prepare a special set where I could dig into my dub techno collection. 
So, I am very happy to share with you the recording of my set, where I finally had the chance to play slow, deep, dubby and sunny techno in such a setting. 
Thank you @wakinglifeportugal for the opportunity. 
I hope you enjoy !

Altinbas at Waking Life 2025, Sunday Floresta Opening

A new set from the Before The Curfew series, performed by Sasha Tessio at Backyard on 20.07.2024, is now available on our SoundCloud.

“This was my favorite Backyard set. Everything clicked — the dancefloor energy, complete immersion in the moment, the emotional swings of the tracks. Quirky house, vintage trance, modern bangers, and tracks my subconscious dug up from the most unexpected playlists in the last half hour of the set,” the artist shared.

Before the Curfew is a series of music podcasts that emerged in 2022 after the reopening of the club following the liberation of the Kyiv region. All recordings presented in this series take place before midnight before the curfew begins. Before the Curfew offers a vibrant snapshot of the Ukrainian music scene amidst challenging times, celebrating resilience, creativity, and unity through music.
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Новий сет із серії «Before The Curfew», зіграний Sasha Tessio на Backyard 20.07.2024, вже доступний у нас на SoundCloud.

«Це мій улюблений виступ на Backyard. Все склалося: енергія танцмайданчика, повне занурення в процес, емоційні гойдалки треків. Дивакуватий гаус, вінтажний транс, сучасні бенгери та треки, які підсвідомість відкопувала з найнесподіваніших плейлістів в останні пів години сету», — поділився з нами артист.

Before the Curfew — це серія музичних подкастів, що з'явилася у 2022 році після відкриття клубу та визволення Київщини. Усі записи, представлені в цій серії, проводяться до півночі, перед початком комендантської години. Before the Curfew — це відображення сучасної української музичної сцени в умовах викликів, що стоять перед нею.

Artist's SoundCloud @sasha_tessio

BEFORE THE CURFEW ㉔ SASHA TESSIO

Marie Montexier is known for her timeless artistry and dedication to vinyl-only DJing, weaving house, techno, rave classics, and experimental sounds into captivating journeys. Her reputation has taken her from Berghain, Blitz, and Fabric to festivals like DGTL, Love International, and Awakenings. Expanding her vision, she founded the label Paryìa, championing bold, genre-defying sounds. With elegance, precision, and deep reverence for the craft, she continues to shape the possibilities of sound on and off the dancefloor.

Paryìa w/ Marie Montexier @ Kiosk Radio 23.08.2025

Like a Boss

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Hallow Point Extended Mix

DONT BLINK - YOU KNOW WHAT I LIKE

Based in Chicago, R&D is a music event/mix series focused on nurturing new sounds, experiences and atmospheres while exploring the music and culture it was born or mutated from. Techno, electro, EBM, bass, breaks, club and beyond.
Current personnel
Jeremy Alvarez - JS Alvarez
Eric Fernandez - Makeen
Shanti Chu - Shanti
Dan Hood - Dan B Hood
Kona Mazariegos - Zona Cinco

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Research & Development Mix Series