Elisa Batti is an Italian-born multidisciplinary artist, DJ, producer, sound designer, and co‑founder of the Amsterdam-based techno label Immaterial.Archives. Based in Amsterdam and a resident of the Ypnotika collective, her creative practice spans electronic music, contemporary art, performance, and technology. Elisa’s activity branches across a wide spectrum of projects, all unified by one continuous thread: a deep commitment to electronic music. Her work often explores the boundaries of contemporary sound, blending it with other disciplines to create immersive, multidimensional experiences. Her sound design and tech-driven compositions have been featured at renowned venues and festivals worldwide, including Palais de Tokyo (Paris), Taiwan National Theater, Ballet National de Marseille, Kinetica Museum (London), Elbphilharmonie (Hamburg), ZKM (Karlsruhe), and Fusion Festival, among others. Elisa Batti has released her music on various electronic and techno labels such as Semantica,Qilla Records, Balans Records, NYXII, Diffuse Reality, Observant, and others.  As a DJ, Elisa Batti delivers sets that range from hypnotic and deep techno to driving, high-energy soundscapes. Whether performing live or curating mixes, she guides listeners through enchanting sonic journeys, infusing every set with her distinct artistic identity and emotional depth. For Elisa, music is art, music is culture, and this is at the foundation of her love for techno.

@elisa-batti


DifferentSound invites Elisa Batti / Podcast #341

SORAYA is a fresh-on-the-scene, London-born techno DJ located in Berlin. Her sets are synonymous with energetic, deep hypnotic techno and seamless blends, which are driven by this pulsating urge to bring the crowd on a meditative journey where they can lose themselves in the moment. She has fast caught the attention of many, playing at a number of prominent venues including Tresor, FOLD, Pickle Factory, The White Hotel, About Blank, Club Ost, La Station, and many others.

SORAYA is long-term resident for popular sex-positive techno night, Klub Verboten.

@so_raya

DifferentSound invites SORAYA / Podcast #342

Ramsey Neville is carving out his place as one of North America’s most compelling hypnotic techno artists, with releases on renowned imprints like Planet Rhythm, Cocoon, and EvilGroove. The dynamic and relentless energy of his sound, whether on the decks or in the studio, traverses a crossroads of hypnotic drums, enveloping soundscapes, and gritty synthesis. Having shared stages with many industry heavyweights over the years, Ramsey's DJ sets are a masterclass in rhythm and groove, keeping the dance floor locked in from start to finish. Along with his artist project, Ramsey runs Brooklyn-based record label and collective, IMPULSE CØNTROL, which just had its third release, as well as curated showcases in Berlin, Amsterdam, and NYC.

@ramseyneville

DifferentSound invites Ramsey Neville / Podcast #343

OPH is a French-born DJ and producer based in Berlin, recognized for his dedication to vinyl and his deep connection to the city’s techno culture. His journey began in Lyon, where he was active as a music journalist and ran a webzine focused on the local scene. In 2014 he moved to Berlin, a decisive step that allowed him to immerse himself in the city’s clubs and to start playing regularly.

Over the years, OPH has shaped his sound through record digging and a broad musical background, channeling these influences into sets that balance intensity and emotion. This approach has brought him to play acclaimed closing sets at Berghain and RSO.

Beyond his solo work, he performs alongside his close friend Chami in their Face 2 Face project. Together they have played at iconic venues such as Berghain, Bassiani and Womb in Japan.

In recent years, OPH has also turned to music production, adding a new layer to his artistic journey and opening the way for future projects that reflect his ever evolving vision.

@ophsound

DifferentSound invites OPH / Podcast #344

Over the past years, Bastienne has been shaping her own sound as a DJ, a process that is characterized by always exploring new inspirations and having fun with different sounds. A true chameleon behind the decks, Bastienne embraces every opportunity to take the dance floor and club goers on a profound sonic journey. Whether performing solo, going b2b with Sterac for a deep and driving techno exchange, or exploring dynamic rhythms with VUUR, Bastienne is always pushing herself and her audience into new territories. By fully immersing herself in the music, she continues to refine her signature sound—raw, hypnotic, and deeply moving. Beyond her performances, she is also involved as co-curator and resident at DAYCARE, BRET’s infamous Sunday events. She continues to make waves with notable performances at renowned clubs and festivals such as BRET, Radion, RAUM, WAS, Perron, 909 Festival, Wildeburg, Awakenings and during the ecstatic ISBURNING club nights.

@bastienne115

DifferentSound invites Bastienne / Podcast #345

Hailing from Tbilisi, Georgia, Tamara navigates the fine line between techno and trance, crafting soundscapes that feel suspended in a realm where time and gravity no longer apply. Her sets go far beyond mixing tracks — they are sonic journeys, unfolding like immersive narratives that draw listeners deep into altered states of perception. With layers of sunken reverbs, stripped-down Shackleton-esque textures, and cosmic machine whispers, Tamara sculpts an atmosphere that is both shadowy and luminous. Each performance is a daring exploration into the unknown, designed not to ask permission but to transport you into dimensions rarely visited.

Step into the world of Tamara — a place where sound blurs reality and rhythm bends perception. Her podcast unfolds as a hypnotic voyage: equal parts intensity and subtlety, darkness and light, each transition weaving a spell that draws you deeper. Expect sunken, atmospheric textures, spacious grooves, and cosmic layers that merge techno and trance into something uniquely her own. This isn’t just a mix — it’s a passage into mystery, crafted with elegance and intent.

@tamarasii

DifferentSound invites TAMARA / Podcast #346

Augusto, known as Rorschack, was born in Taranto in 1985 into a family of musicians. Mastering keyboards and drums from an early age, he transitioned to DJing, refining his skills in Rome and Florence before joining the Timeless crew in 2013, as well as Subwoofer and LGBTQI parties. His eclectic style blends electronic, techno, fast future-techno, and psytrance, earning him performances at prestigious venues like FOLD London, Tresor, and Gare Porto. In 2015, he co-founded Closer Milano, reshaping the global techno scene. His performance at HÖR Berlin in 2022 marked a turning point in his career, followed by a standout set at Stone Techno Festival 2025, which brought him further international attention. With recent appearances at Closer parties alongside Bassiani, Tresor, Vault Sessions, Hayes and Meat Free Manchester, and releases on labels like Oecus, Out of Place, BCCO and Eram Records among others, Rorschack continues to inspire with his innovative productions and deep commitment to the craft.

@rorsch-ack_closer

DifferentSound invites Rorschack / Podcast #347

Person X (Sandro Loladze) – a Georgian artist and member of the 11th collective, whose work is distinguished by deep, hypnotic, and dark atmospheres. His sets are built on the refined energy of minimalism and shadowy textures, where the interplay of tension and release creates a unique musical experience.

His musical approach is grounded in meticulous attention to detail and the careful shaping of sound. Each performance becomes an experimental space where layers gradually unfold, guiding the listener into new dimensions. Person X’s style sets him apart on the contemporary electronic music scene as an artist capable of creating entirely new atmospheres while simultaneously establishing his own distinct and independent voice.

@randomperson111111

DifferentSound invites Person X / Podcast #348

Danish virtuoso DJ Tool makes a powerful return to the dance floor, reigniting the physical bond between bodies, bass, and raw energy. Renowned for a sound that bridges the golden age of 90s trance with the uncompromising drive of contemporary techno, DJ Tool stands as a leading figure in Copenhagen’s Fast Forward movement — where speed, emotion, and intensity fuse into pure release. His first appearance in the DifferentSound Podcast series delivers a euphoric, high-voltage mix that distills the essence of his live sets — fluid rhythms, hypnotic tension, and that unmistakable Copenhagen heat. DifferentSound Podcast 349 offers a glimpse into DJ Tool’s world — a realm built on euphoria, movement, and the ever-burning spirit of the rave.

@dj-tool

DifferentSound invites Dj Tool / Podcast #349

Okvsho - V.M.Bhatt - DifferentSound - Freek Banning - Ry Cooder Samba Trap 2025

Independent record label from Tbilisi, since 2017. 
Curated & run by Pate Jaar

Yo, yo, Freek in de building 
full video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6ADCa462_o
Virtual Jam Sessions Freestyle World @freek-banning-freestyle
Geen filter, geen MTV-shit
Allemaal nep, bro, luister goed!

[Hook]
🎵
Ze willen bling, midgets in de clip, bro (clip, bro)
TikTok dansjes, money in de zip, yo (zip, yo)
Ik zeg: fuck dat, ik doe m’n eigen ding (ding)
Freek Banning, snackcorner, ik ben de King!
🎵

[Verse 1]
Yo, de label zei: “Freek, doe wat MTV wil”
Ik zei: “Fok die shit, ik maak beats in m’n chill”
Iedereen wil fame, drugs en groupies in leer
Ik wil kroketten bij het tankstation om de hoek hier
(Snackcorner Love, yeah, die hit!)

Ze vragen: “Wie is jouw invloed, Freek?”
Ik zeg: “Mijn oma, en de kassajuf bij de supermarkt naast de kerk”
Iedereen doet raar met sciencefiction-haar
Ik rock gewoon m’n hoodie, oldschool klaar

[Hook]
🎵
Ze willen bling, midgets in de clip, bro (clip, bro)
TikTok dansjes, money in de zip, yo (zip, yo)
Ik zeg: fuck dat, ik doe m’n eigen ding (ding)
Freek Banning, snackcorner, ik ben de King!
🎵

[Verse 2]
MTV is reclame, muziek is nu een product
Labels pushen zangers met de looks, niet met de hooks
Ik kom met Rutte in Uniform op een beat zo fel
Terwijl jij playbackt in je clip met nep Chanel

Ze willen girl in de Lambo, boy in de club
Ik wil bitterballen in de regen bij de snackbar-pub
Zij willen trends, ik wil gewoon wat echt is
Ik ben progressief: alles wat geen prefab hit is

[Bridge – Gesproken, maar ritmisch]
Ze zeiden: “Freek, je moet veranderen”
Ik zei: “Waarom?”
Ze: “Je moet midgets in je video”
Ik: “Bro, ik heb geen midgets, ik heb vrienden, en een microfoon”

[Hook]
🎵
Ze willen bling, midgets in de clip, bro (clip, bro)
TikTok dansjes, money in de zip, yo (zip, yo)
Ik zeg: fuck dat, ik doe m’n eigen ding (ding)
Freek Banning, snackcorner, ik ben de King!
🎵

[Verse 3]
Alles is fake, man, niemand speelt live
Iedereen dezelfde beat, dezelfde vibe
Maar ik improviseer, elke show uniek
Mijn solo’s zijn freestyle, net als mijn kritiek

Ik maak muziek voor die mensen die snappen
Niet voor de massa die gewoon wil klappen
Dus fuck je filters, fuck je algoritme
Freek doet oldschool, tot de laatste snik, man!

[Outro]
Ja, marketing is de nieuwe muziek
Maar ik ben nog steeds die guy met de rauwe kritiek
Geen bling, geen bullshit, geen label chain
Freek Banning forever, onthoud die name! my Reddit page is here https://www.reddit.com/user/freekbanning/

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