Smile Sessions x Loone
Else, Berlin
This night happened — Fri 19 Sep 2025
Loone and Smile Sessions
Press play
Who was billed8 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- next: RSO.BERLIN, Fri 20 NovAnswer Code Request
- SORAYA*
- next: AMT, Sat 21 NovBENZA
- next: MUENZE, Wed 30 DecJKS
- Hadone
- next: RSO.BERLIN, Thu 31 DecRONI
- next: RSO.BERLIN, Fri 20 NovRUIZ OSC1
- next: AMT, Sat 21 NovSicion
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
23 of the 28 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- BENZA and JKS — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 19 Sep 2025.
- BENZA and Sicion — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 19 Sep 2025.
- Answer Code Request and RUIZ OSC1 — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 19 Sep 2025.
- JKS and Sicion — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 19 Sep 2025.
- SORAYA* and Hadone — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 19 Sep 2025.
Who they are
“Both as a DJ and a producer, Patrick Gräser aka Answer Code Request has honed a hybrid musical approach that stands out in a world of uniform 4/4 techno.”
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Both as a DJ and a producer, Patrick Gräser aka Answer Code Request has honed a hybrid musical approach that stands out in a world of uniform 4/4 techno. Melding pad-driven harmonies, intricate breaks and an industrial sonic palette, Gräser has occupied a unique space within the Ostgut Ton cosmos since debuting on the label in 2012 and becoming a Berghain resident shortly thereafter. His various releases and remixes for Ostgut Ton, MDR, Dolly Deluxe and Monkeytown Records continue to be highly sought after. As a DJ, he has taken his bass- and breaks-heavy techno to clubs and festivals around the globe, while remaining an integral part of the Berlin scene.Their RA profile lists Music Man Records, Ostgut Ton, Delsin, Marcel Dettmann Records and 6 more.Last at Berghain in Aug · often with Berghain, ROBUS, SUMME, none of them here that night
“SORAYA is a fresh-on-the-scene, London-born techno DJ located in Berlin.”
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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.often with GLOBUS, TRESOR, Jessamine, none of them here that night
“BENZA is a Madrid-born, Berlin-based artist known for a raw and futuristic sound.”
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BENZA is a Madrid-born, Berlin-based artist known for a raw and futuristic sound. Initially emerging from the Symbole collective, he has developed a vision of techno that prioritizes sound design, storytelling, and physical intensity. After a period of refining his musical vision, BENZA’s first releases gained significant attention in late 2023, marking the beginning of a steady progression. With releases on respected labels such as Clergy, Vault Records or Smile Sessions, he is establishing a solid presence in the contemporary techno scene through a sound defined by its drive and technical precision.Their RA profile lists Clergy, Molekül, PHTM, RI7MO and 4 more.Last at Lokschuppen Berlin in Aug · often with Amphia, Lobster, Maris Shilton, none of them here that night
“JKS translates a decade of drumming experience into a magnetic exploration of rhythm, weight, and movement, a journey through the sounds that shaped him long before ever touching an electronic drum machine.”
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JKS translates a decade of drumming experience into a magnetic exploration of rhythm, weight, and movement, a journey through the sounds that shaped him long before ever touching an electronic drum machine. Rooted in techno, his music is percussive, hypnotic, and textured, with driving sexy grooves, evolving layers, and a raw, physical energy that feels both fierce and deeply seductive. JKS skillfully navigates between chaos and control, drawing from UK bass, 140, broken techno, and many other influences with effortless precision. An active force in the underground for over ten years, JKS first emerged as a founding member of Molekül, later forging his own path with the creation of Smile Sessions in 2020. The label has now grown into a space for new talent, helping emerging artists find their voice while staying true to the spirit of the scene.Their RA profile lists OAKS, Molekül, Involve Records and Agora Records.Last at Else in Aug · often with Amphia, Sept, Ponygirl, none of them here that night
“Jeremy aka Hadone is one of this interesting new artists emerging from France.”
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Jeremy aka Hadone is one of this interesting new artists emerging from France. He already burned several clubs in the last months. Producing since 3 years he is taking is inspiration in all different kind of music and field of creation. A lover of dirty and fat rythmics, raw and pretty straight forward, Hadone is a perfect mix between some 90’s killer tracks and some of the finest new Techno.Their RA profile lists Monnom Black, Taapion Records, THEM Records, OAKS and 6 more.Recently at Kraftwerk, Tresor/Globus and OHM, Kraftwerk Berlin · often with GLOBUS, TRESOR, UFO95, none of them here that night
“Seamlessly blending techno, Latin-inspired percussive sounds, bass music and UK-infused gems, RONI crafts cutting-edge sets that push the envelope of club sounds, unearthing the eclectic diversity of today's sonic landscape.”
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Seamlessly blending techno, Latin-inspired percussive sounds, bass music and UK-infused gems, RONI crafts cutting-edge sets that push the envelope of club sounds, unearthing the eclectic diversity of today's sonic landscape. With an ever-expanding presence, her relentless pursuit of discovery keeps her at the forefront of the electronic scene, making her one of the most exciting DJs to experience on any dance floor. Exploring Parisian clubs since the age of 12, RONI's education in electronic music spans over two decades. Since then, her path as an artist has seen her release and collaborate with emblematic labels like Fever AM, Traverse or Rhythm Section. RONI founded Nehza Records in 2021 to build a platform for her vision to spotlight rising talents, celebrate global club culture, and advocate for the protection of nature through music and visual art. Since then, Nehza Records has carved a niche for pushing and challenging the boundaries of contemporary club music. 2025 marks the release of her highly anticipated debut EP ‘celestial’ on her label Nehza Records: nine club-driven tracks, tapping into gut-punching basslines, tingling textures and swirling melodies. 'celestial' features solo tracks by RONI, collaborative productions with Dj Babatr and Ma Sha, and remixes from Bitter Babe, Audrey Danza, Peder Mannerfelt and JKS, reinforcing her distinctive sound and solidifying her place as a widely recognised talent in electronic music.Their RA profile lists Rhythm Section International, Fever AM and Nehza.often with ROBUS, SUMME, VEL, none of them here that night
“Erika Andrea Murcia Ruiz, known artistically as RUIZ OSC1, is a Colombian DJ and producer from Bogotá, celebrated for her refined vinyl technique and genre-defying sound.”
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Erika Andrea Murcia Ruiz, known artistically as RUIZ OSC1, is a Colombian DJ and producer from Bogotá, celebrated for her refined vinyl technique and genre-defying sound. Her performances have graced some of the world’s most respected venues, including Bassiani, VENT Tokyo, Basement New York, Tresor, FOLD, and RSO, alongside appearances at Intercell, Vault Sessions, and showcases for Mutual Rytm and Technics, where she currently serves as an ambassador. Rooted in a lifelong passion for music, RUIZ OSC1 draws inspiration from her mother — a singer and music reseller — who introduced her to salsa, merengue, and Colombian folklore during her upbringing in the late ’80s and early ’90s. After relocating to Europe in 2010, she began blending these rhythmic traditions with contemporary electronic elements, creating her distinctive sound, which she defines as “folkloric techno.” RUIZ OSC1 made her debut on KAOS with contributions to Ritualistic Discoteca and the release of her solo EP Grooveroots. She has since collaborated with acclaimed labels such as Emerald and Molekül, further expanding her sonic identity and global presence. A rapidly rising name in the international electronic scene, RUIZ OSC1 is recognized for crafting immersive, high-intensity performances that captivate audiences and highlight her deep connection between rhythm, culture, and emotion.Their RA profile lists Agora Records.often with ROBUS, SUMME, TRESOR, none of them here that night
“Driving his inspiration from cinematic music and tribal rhythms, Sicion always tries to push the limits of sonic exploration to deliver a complex and futuristic techno, with high attention to details.”
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Driving his inspiration from cinematic music and tribal rhythms, Sicion always tries to push the limits of sonic exploration to deliver a complex and futuristic techno, with high attention to details. On stage, the dancefloor can expect to be taken on a mystical journey, filled with intense rhythms and psychedelic soundscapes.Their RA profile lists KR Records, Agora Records and Grab The Groove.often with Maris Shilton, FILTRACK, future.666, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- ROBUS3 with Answer Code Request, 3 with RONI, 3 with RUIZ OSC1 and 1 with JKS
- SUMME3 with Answer Code Request, 3 with RONI and 3 with RUIZ OSC1
- TRESOR3 with Hadone, 2 with RUIZ OSC1 and 2 with SORAYA*
- Function2 with Answer Code Request, 2 with Hadone and 1 with SORAYA*
- Maris Shilton6 with Sicion and 2 with BENZA
- GLOBUS3 with Hadone and 2 with SORAYA*
- Amphia2 with BENZA and 2 with JKS
- Henning Baer2 with Answer Code Request and 2 with RUIZ OSC1
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Else953
- Middle half finished between500 and 1,686
- Past Fridays at this venue counted22
The room
Else — 89 events and 643 distinct artists since Aug 2025.
Who put it on
Loone — 7 events and 32 artists since Sep 2025.
Smile Sessions — 2 events and 15 artists since Sep 2025.