Dive into a sonic expedition with the Spandau20 mixtape series, a mesmerizing collection of curated mixes from artist all around the globe that transcends electronic genres and explores the vast landscapes of techno, house, breaks and beyond.

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SPANDAU20 Mixtapes

As Radical Softness, Lea-Rose Besson is one of Berlin's most exciting up-and-comers. Listen back to three hours of them warming up Tresor's iconic basement to hear why.

@radicalsoftness
@tresorberlin

RA Live - Radical Softness - Tresor, Berlin

Private Press, is a DJ duo hailing from Warsaw, which specializes in crafting high-energy, dubbed-out tracks with influences rooted in UK hardcore and hip hop. Their musical prowess extends to collaborations with Earth Trax on their label Ziemia and releases on esteemed platforms like Hardgroove, ARTS, Indigo Aera, Rekids, and Oblique. Notably, Private Press made a significant impact with their involvement in the Cyberpunk 2077 project, featuring their tracks in the game and the anime series Edgerunners. This opened up the world of Video Games for them, as CD Projekt recently invited them to collaborate once again.👾

In their SPANDAU20 mixtape, Private Press throw in ideas, unfinished tracks and loops to blend them onto the sonic canvas.🎧 Serving as a sketchbook for their live sets, it showcases recent tracks—both collaborative and individual—alongside discoveries from the depths of their WAV2FINISH folder. The mix also serves as a memoir of their previous studio, a place marked by its rough nature but instrumental in birthing many noteworthy tracks. With juicy chords, jackin' tribals, and bold bass drums, this compilation represents the next significant stride of Private Press's live set.✨

#spandau20 #privatepress #mixtape #techno

SPND20 Mixtape by Private Press

Blue Hour (https://soundcloud.com/bluehour909), the Berlin-based producer, DJ and head of the ‘Blue Hour Music' record label blurs the lines between Acid Techno, old school Rave, Breakbeat, Jungle and Leftfield to create a mirage of hazy euphoria and explore a narrative of timeless music unbound by geography and scene.

About his favourite track:
Symbolism - Bloom [PTHM]

"I’ve been really enjoying playing ‘Bloom’ from up and coming Berlin producer Symbolism on PTHM recently. It’s an immersive and rolling techno track with a dark and dub’y atmosphere. You hear a bit of the dub sound coming back at the moment which is nice, but this is the way I like it over the more chord driven dryer sounding stuff. It’s quite versatile, intriguing and very adaptable for DJ’ing with."

Blue Hour... IsBurning #142

A new SPANDAU20 mixtape is here to bless your ears!📼
Meet our guest, Akua, a trailblazing DJ rooted in North American techno and a driving force in the scene's new wave of machine funk. In recent years, this Ghanaian-American artist has dedicated herself to reviving the innovative spirit of techno's golden eras, paying homage to the revolutionary sonics of Detroit, Chicago, and New York City's DJs. Akua's no-nonsense style brings a necessary and poignant intensity to contemporary dancefloors, seamlessly blending old-school vibes with the authentic energy of techno's turn-of-the-century peak. Her boundless legacy continues to expand each year, earning respect from international DJs and dancers alike, thanks to her incredible mixing finesse and a constantly evolving repertoire of future-proof classics.🛸

In her Spandau20 mix, Akua takes a vinyl-focused, high-energy, and 100% old-school approach. Endlessly inspired by older techno mixtapes and radio shows, she channels a raw and funky energy reminiscent of Detroit in the '90s. This mix is a nod to the real heads — an "if you know, you know" vibe transporting listeners to an era where techno pulsated through the airwaves with unbridled spirit.😎So be ready to take a deep dive into this immersive experience!🖤

#spandau20 #akua #mixtape #techno

SPND20 Mixtape by Akua

Mix 006. This one is really special to me as it represents a sound I’ve been searching for as a DJ/producer/listener for a while. Too often in techno these days, the term “dark” gets mixed up with the word “hard.” In my eyes, they mean something very different. This mix represents my vision for the dark, driving techno I love to play and listen to. “Dark” techno, for me, accesses the full range of human emotion. Austerity and mechanized coldness mixed with fleeting moments of yearning and beauty. Not just grooves, but tracks with great melodies that suggest more beneath the surface. Put another way—dark, driving techno done right is layered and subtle, something that rewards you the more you listen. 

I’ve included a broad mix of tracks I’ve been feeling from across the decades. Thanks for listening. Link to the full mix in my bio. 

-Holden

90s Techno Redux - Mix 006

The next guest for our Mixtape series is one of SPANDAU20's very own talents: @jmanuel-werkmusic! 📼

Coming straight out of Spandau, J.Manuel is not just an audio engineer but also an architect of various productions. He rises from scrutinizing graphs and adjusting buttons to deliver mixes that resonate like powerful statements. With an adept hand behind the mixing desk, J.Manuel upholds high standards and a focused work ethos, which translates seamlessly into his mixes and live shows.🎛️

Drawing inspiration from his first love, Techno, and the beats of the late '90s and early '00s, this mix is centered around energetic, beat-driven techno, sprinkled with edgy elements throughout.✨

Designed for the fast lane, this mix is perfect for speeding down the autobahn. It encapsulates a typical club experience with J.Manuel, featuring uplifting grooves, heavy edits, fast blends, seamless transitions, and precise cuts. Slicing through transients and sculpting the physical shapes of sound with hammering beats, this mix embodies the essence of J.Manuel's style.💨

#spandau20 #j.manuel #mixtape #dj #techno #90s #00s #mixing #techno #crowd #electro #modular

SPND20 Mixtape by J.Manuel

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Etapp Kyle b2b Daria Kolosova for a spacious blend of styles and genres

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Etapp Kyle b2b Daria Kolosova @ The Lot Radio 04-07-2024

JakoJako (@jakojako_live) always wanted to make music and her self-confessed hyperactivity ultimately led to her getting the most joy out of playing about with machines and patching up synths. These days the Berghain resident is a celebrated live act and DJ who draws on the considerable knowledge she picked up working at Berlin's legendary synth shop SchneidersLaden, but she has also worked on several high-profile motion sensor dance projects at places like The Royal Albert Hall. Her smart sound designs and unique rhythms have landed on Leisure System, Tresor and Figure and she has a new EP coming on Mute this June.

Her mix for us this week features a sneak preview of one of the tracks from that EP as well as mixing up music from Alaric, Siege, Altinbas and many more. It's full of high-speed sounds couched loosely in techno but with moods and textures borrowed from industrial, minimal and even trance as things reach an emotional peak late on. Though she broke through as a live act, this set shows JakoJako can now speak just as freely through the decks.

Dekmantel Podcast

Dekmantel Podcast 462 - JakoJako

Meet our next SPND20 Mixtape guests: Fireground (@fireground_r12), the magnetic duo renowned for their electrifying blend of house and techno, setting dancefloors ablaze across the globe with their deftly composed and engineered live performances. Angela and Daniele, first crossed paths in a world far removed from the pulsating beats of the nightclub scene. Angela, with a background in performance, dance, and vocal work, and Daniele, a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, discovered a shared vision rooted in their diverse influences.✨

From the earthy grooves of Naples to the pulsating energy of the electronic music scene, Fireground crafts an ecstatic and universally compelling sound. 🔊Fireground made waves with their debut record released as part of Tresor’s 30th anniversary celebrations, earning their club residency at Tresor and a spot at Ilian Tape, the legendary Munich label. This is also what put them on the radar of our founders @FJAAK, since they were on that same anniversary release. With upcoming live performances on Europe's most iconic stages, Fireground's high-energy hardware-only sets captivate audiences with infectious melodies and relentless rhythms.🎛️

Get ready to groove with Fireground's exclusive vinyl-only SPND20. Charged with infectious melodies and soulful influences, this mixtape is a journey through groove-infused beats and swingy rhythms. Packed with lush keys and harmonies, it's the perfect soundtrack to usher in the spring vibes. With tempos ranging from 129 to 133 bpm, this one might transport you into a world of euphoria and dancefloor bliss. Let Fireground's mixtape ignite your soul and elevate your spirits!🖤

SPND20 Mixtape by Fireground

DJ Tool steps up for BASEMENT 005, the next edition in our podcast series. The Mala Junta resident does not disappoint - this is certified fresh, roiling next gen techno for serious ravers only. DJ Tool wastes no time getting straight to business with a blend of driving spaciousness and sizzling rawness.
— @dj-tool

BASEMENT 005 - DJ Tool

Born in Algeria, and raised between France and the Netherlands, with a later stint in London, Mary Lake has lived a life through the lens of different cultures, each adding a little more to her experience in the realm of electronic music. It wasn’t always her medium, but in DJing she’s found her most authentic voice, with her start at more intimate house parties, then on to the best and brightest of Dutch clubs and festivals. For her, creative discovery and expanding the limits of craft is key, covering both the range of utilitarian techno and more atypical sounds, the likes of which she was apt to share via her experimental pandemic-era radio show Worshipping Discordia. Alongside that, and a slew of catchy releases, she’s now a Spielraum resident and frequently billed on stages from Dekmantel to De School to Tresor, Bassiani and beyond. Her percussive techno spreads the kind of wildly infectious crowd energy that drew a younger her towards it many moons ago, now she's on the inside looking out. Bassiani Podcast 209 is an hour of vanguard beats delivered fresh by this burgeoning selector, driving and serpentine basslines to rattle your musical senses.

@marylakeworld

Bassiani invites Mary Lake / Podcast #209

We're thrilled to introduce our next SPANDAU20 Mixtape guest!📼 @Peryl 's musical journey began as a drummer, but his passion for sound, inspired by ethereal landscapes, led him to explore modular synthesis and granular techniques. This exploration earned him recognition for his innovative soundscapes.🔊

As a live-only-performer and excessive sound designer, Peryl relies on his modular system and chains of effects to captivate his audiences with high-energy sets. Many sounds in his SPANDAU20 mixtape where created like that. It was recorded live at @aboutblank – so the focus of the setup was on efficiency and innovation, with key players like the Elektron Octatrack and Roland TR8s leading the charge. He's streamlined the process for live performances, adding a UC33 MIDI controller and a duo of effects pedals for that extra atmospheric touch.🎛️

In the studio Peryl has been curating recordings with their own distinct vibes, each one a gem waiting to be unleashed. In his recent live sets, he's diving into experimentation, blending these sonic treasures in fresh combinations that showcase their full potential on the club stage. Every set is a journey into the unknown, a canvas for new inspirations to flourish.✨
Get ready for a SPANDAU20 experience where innovation meets immersion.🖤

SPND20 Mixtape by Peryl

Introducing our next SPND20 Mixtape guest📼: @LindenbergSupport, a dynamic DJ and producer hailing from Augsburg, Germany. Renowned for his eclectic selection and regular appearances at the illustrious City Club, where he's been part of the crew since 2020.🔊

In his productions, Lindenberg Support masterfully blends abstract sounds, UK bass-inspired grooves, and elements reminiscent of 90s breakbeat with the classic essence of house and techno rhythms. His latest release on Shaw Cuts showcases a more personal and emotive side, featuring a nine-track ambient album that delves into the depths of his creativity.👽

Lindenberg Support's sets are a testament to his versatility, seamlessly weaving between contemporary and classic sounds, delivering a potent blend of dancefloor-oriented techno with bass-heavy, breakbeat influences. If you're eager to explore his artistic expressions, this SPANDAU20 Mixtape will let you dive into his soundscape and stay tuned for more captivating releases.🖤

#Spandau20 #LindenbergSupport #CityClub #Techno #HouseMusic #DJ #Producer #ambient #ukbass #breakbeat

SPND20 Mixtape by Lindenberg Support

Better be ready for our next SPANDAU20 Mixtape guest: Swedish techno legend @CariLekebusch! 📼

Now based in Helsinki, Cari is a key figure from the second generation of techno producers in the late '80s and '90s. His relentless innovation has cemented his place as pioneer of the Swedish techno scene. With over thirty years in music, his reputation as a studio scientist is well-documented. Throughout his career, he has adopted numerous pseudonyms and consistently pushed the boundaries of techno.🚀

For his SPND20 mixtape, Cari keeps it minimal yet powerful on the gear side, with an Allen & Heath DB4 mixer and three Pioneer CDJs. He adds a unique touch with extra loops and sounds from his iPhone app, "EZPZ." If you’re into experimenting, you should definitely check it out—it's free!🔊

The mixtape revolves around the vibe of his upcoming album, "Hybrid Sound Architects V1.0," dropping June 24th on his label H-Productions. Expect a journey through sweaty, raw, and hypnotic soundscapes. The tape seamlessly blends deep, pulsing beats with abrasive, unrefined textures that keep you locked in from start to finish. Cari’s selections showcase a mix of new tracks from the album and other personal favorites, bringing a fresh yet timeless energy to the mix.🌀

An interesting fact for our fellow DJs and producers: Cari's registered this mix as a virtual mix on "aslice", ensuring all artists get their fair share.🖤

#SPANDAU20 #CariLekebusch #SwedishTechno #stockholm #berlin #Mixtape #HProductions #EZPZ #techno #DJ #groove

SPND20 Mixtape by Cari Lekebusch

@jamesnewmarch
@voicedrone
Back to Back: All Night Long.

12 monumental hours, re-lived, uncut, improvised.

Six years have led up to this moment; now it’s online. 

Experience for yourself our two figureheads playing their own night, on their own terms, back to back.

Photo by Nat Urazmetova

Voicedrone B2B James Newmarch - ALL NIGHT LONG (LIVE RECORDING)

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