TALK: Interview with Berlin-based Performance Artist Bella Troia
Bella Troia is a genderqueer drag performer based in Berlin. She is known for her vibrant and dynamic presence in the city’s drag scene. Of Peruvian heritage, she embraces her cultural roots and infuses them into her performances. She often describes herself as a ‘Peruvian doll’ and a ‘martial arts monster of Berlin’. Fashion and […]
TALK: Interview with An Chen ahead of her Else debut
Based in New York but originally from Taiwan, An Chen a DJ or sound artist, is a force, creating multisensory experiences that live somewhere between ritual and rave. With roots in classical music and a fearless commitment to pushing boundaries, she’s carving out a space where raw emotion meets razor-sharp sound design. In this interview, […]
A New Beginning for Analogue Records’ Techno Era: Héctor Oaks Participates in ANA014 — Track Premiere and Q&A
We’re thrilled to premiere a powerful new track “Formal Básica” from Héctor Oaks, featured on ANA014, the latest and most defining release yet from Analogue. This is more than just a compilation — it’s the start of a bold new chapter for the label, both sonically and visually. LISTEN TO THE PREMIERE HERE: With its […]
TALK- Interview with Red Pig Flower- Music, Philosophy, and Emotional Expression
Red Pig Flower is a DJ, Producer, Media Artist, Memory Collector and Dreamer. She’s known for genre-fluid DJ sets and deeply emotional productions. But more than that, she’s a storyteller. Ahead of her upcoming set at the KEYI Magazine x ELSE event on May 29th, we caught up with her to talk about her artistic […]
SEPT Announces New Release “Leave Your Body” – Q&A and Pictures by Keyi Studio
After his closing set during our KEYI night at Säule / Berghain, SEPT is back with his first release of the year. “Leave Your Body”. Out May 21st on OPUS, the EP brings four original tracks that reflect a more personal, evolved direction for the Berlin-based artist. LISTEN TO THE PREMIERE HERE: The EP will […]
Berlin Clubs at a Crossroads: Gentrification, Policy Pressures, and Cultural Erosion Take Center Stage at Clubbing Heritage Event at ELSE on 8 May
Clubbing Heritage x Else Klub The first Clubbing Heritage in Berlin unfolds on the 8th of May at ELSE Klub, marking a powerful reunion of dialogue and music. The event kicks off with an opening panel featuring respected voices from the scene, setting the tone for what’s to come. Afterward, over 14 hours of high-quality […]
We Become One: A Documentary on the Power of the Shared Musical Experience
The new hour-long documentary by AlphaTheta and Pioneer DJ explores how rhythm, community, and neuroscience intersect on the dancefloor. WATCH THE WE BECOME ONE The film follows DJ, producer, and curator Kikelomo Oludemi as she travels through the U.S., Ghana, South Africa, Germany, the UK, and France to understand the science and soul behind sound. […]
TALK: Danny Reinke about Fashion and Resistance on his Latest Collection “90 Sec to Midnight”
Danny Reinke’s AW25 Collection “90 Sec to Midnight” was undoubtedly a captivating one. Presented at Berlin Fashion Week 2025, the collection explored our collective anxiety, from nuclear threats to climate collapse, it speaks to a world on edge. It reminded us that resistance is more vital than ever. The collection was inspired by the Doomsday […]
Time Warp Reveals Lineup for 2025 Return to Mannheim + TALK with Robin Erbinger, one of Time Warp’s Managing Directors’
On April 5th, 2025, Time Warp returns to its spiritual home at Maimarkt Mannheim, Germany, bringing with it a bold lineup that celebrates both the festival’s historic roots and the rising stars of underground house and techno. For over 30 years, Time Warp has been a leading underground electronic music festival. Its commitment to cutting-edge […]
Watch the ” Blessing ” video of Alejandro Spano from CLASH & music of Jon Darc + Q/Y with Winners of the Buggles Award 2025
On January 16th, 2025, Johannes Frick- aka Jon Darc, and Alejandro Spano won the Buggles Award for their music video “Blessing”. The jury awarded the prize for their bold mix of AI visuals, surreal drag, and provocative themes. The jury called Blessing “ingenious, kinky, and impudent in the best sense.” They praised its unapologetic queerness […]