FINAL ROUND w Wabi Sabi Records
LIA, DJ Fett Burger, Luise, Iron Curtis, Josefina Tapia, TDKK
Renate, Berlin
This night happened — Thu 18 Dec 2025
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Who was billed8 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
Set times were not published.
Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met
26 of the 28 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Leon Licht and ABSINTH — 8 shared bills before that night, first on Thu 4 Sep 2025.
- Iron Curtis and LIA — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Thu 18 Dec 2025.
Who they are
“Johannes Paluka considers himself a DJ first and foremost, and that is more than just a bullet point on a CV that also credits him as a prolific producer, musician, and remixer.”
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Johannes Paluka considers himself a DJ first and foremost, and that is more than just a bullet point on a CV that also credits him as a prolific producer, musician, and remixer. Whether in the studio or behind the decks, the Berlin-based »interuniversal« artist most commonly known as Iron Curtis meanders along the margins of different genres, combining discrete elements while switching things up wholesale with the sort of proactive curiosity that is at the heart of DJing. His various activities follow a »what if ...?« approach: What if we blend these two tracks and let the results mutate further? What if we enrich house music with elements of genre X? What if we eschew the tried-and-tested methods and take a different path for once, if only for the fun of it? Since his debut as a producer in 2008, Paluka has explored different genres and unexpected combinations thereof. His own productions, countless remixes, and collaborations—such as his ongoing series of full-length releases with long-term friend and musical partner Johannes Albert—have consistently strayed from and circled back to the house music sound that is so integral to his own. His 2018 sophomore solo album Upstream Color for Tamed Musiq showed just how far his exploratory drive can lead him when he leans into it: combining his sensibility for the deepest and dustiest of grooves with a penchant for sonic experimentation, the album reflected the breadth of his interests and qualities as a producer with a hazy shimmer. Over the years, Paluka has amassed a broad discography, stylistically ranging from leftfield experiments to broken beats and, of course, dancefloor-ready house music. Besides his collaborative albums with Albert on Frank Music and a slew of releases by the now-defunct acid/electro duo Achterbahn d’Amour, his discography includes numerous EPs and LPs under the name Iron Curtis, as well as various (occasionally anonymous) aliases. He has regularly worked with labels such as Rawax and its Chiwax sublabel, Hudd Traxx, and Permanent Vacation, while also making guest appearances on Running Back, Smallville, and Delusions of Grandeur—further underlining his stylistic flexibility through his tireless work as a remixer. Paluka’s work at a music tech company leaves him little time to tour extensively, but that does not deter him from playing at select international events. He feels most at home in front of crowds who enjoy the pure teachings of the house music gospel just as much as forward-thinking stylistic syncretism. His recent evolution can be traced through the numerous online mixes he has recorded—especially the various sets he has played at HÖR—during which his love for adventurous electronica shines through just as much as his affinity for techno and other styles. Across all of his activities, Paluka always prioritizes the element of surprise over fidelity to a single style, meaning that he combines things while switching them up. He is, after all, first and foremost a DJ: proactively curious—always asking, »What if ...?« ______ Text: Kristoffer Cornils, 2024 Photo: Mareike Gleisbau, 2023Their RA profile lists Mule Electronic, Dirt Crew Recordings, Smallville Records, Morris / Audio and 6 more.Recently at Paloma, Berghain, Club der Visionaere · often with Johannes Albert, HOPPER, ACID BOGEN, none of them here that night
“Josefina Tapia, a world-renowned Chilean DJ, will transport you with her unique sound that fuses classic American House, European Minimalism, broken beats and touches of Electro.”
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Josefina Tapia, a world-renowned Chilean DJ, will transport you with her unique sound that fuses classic American House, European Minimalism, broken beats and touches of Electro. With a residency at Sydney's SASH Club, she has left an indelible mark in Berlin, sharing the stage with great artists and offering sessions that challenge the limits of electronic music.Their RA profile lists MyHouse YourHouse and FAFO Records.Recently at Hoppetosse, Golden Gate, Else · often with HOPPER, ACID BOGEN, Velasco, none of them here that night
“LIA began DJing in 2005 and has earned her place in iconic Berlin clubs like Heideglühen, Tresor, and Paloma, as well as on festival lineups such as NACHTI and Feel Festival.”
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LIA began DJing in 2005 and has earned her place in iconic Berlin clubs like Heideglühen, Tresor, and Paloma, as well as on festival lineups such as NACHTI and Feel Festival. Over the years, she has also played alongside house legends including Rick Wade, Chez Damier, and Carl Craig. Musically, LIA stands for deep house at its finest — warm, driving, and immersive. Her sets are known for their strong narrative arc, building with intention while staying deep and hypnotic, yet keeping the energy consistently high. Whether it’s an opening, peak-time, or sunrise set, LIA guides the dancefloor through a carefully crafted sonic journey from takeoff to gentle landing. Within Wohnzimmer030, she also co-curates the beloved Golden Wohnzimmer nights at Berlin’s Golden Gate. Beyond the booth, she is committed to creating more visibility and balance in the scene through Check Her Out (CHO), launched in 2025 to showcase outstanding female house artists worldwide.Their RA profile lists Souvenir Music.Recently at Golden Gate, Kater · often with Bonjour Ben, EllA, USTN, none of them here that night
- Their RA profile lists Sex Tags Mania, Sex Tags UFO, Freakout Cult and Rebound Lounge.
Last at Paloma in Oct · often with Amelia Holt, Kurilo, Achilles Moss, none of them here that night
Recently at Golden Gate, Bulbul Berlin · often with ab 20 Uhr, ab 22 Uhr, Natsu, none of them here that night
“Working as a discjockey since 2007, Leon Licht has become an all-round DJ and a chameleon of sorts.”
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Working as a discjockey since 2007, Leon Licht has become an all-round DJ and a chameleon of sorts. Being knee deep into Berlin’s pulsating nightlife and his full dedication to the craft have cemented his way to the top. Growing a dedicated following and earning a reputation of delivering energetic vibes. First and foremost stands his ability to adapt his style to a particular mood, place and time. Keeping both ears open for current sounds and trends. But always staying true to his inner rave spirit and matching the energy of his audience. Be it the kind of organic tech-house that sounds like tennis balls being served, fury techno for peak time or a warm blanket of sounds for after-hours. As a lovechild of Berlin, Leon Licht’s interest for electronic music came through listening to music from 90’s Loveparade compilations and the days of MTV. His early interest and the abundance of nightlife in Berlin made for ideal conditions for his roots in rave to grow. Hanging out from Monday to Sunday in clubs grew the appetite to contribute to the scene himself. Meeting like minded people and absorbing every inch of nightlife along the way. These days he can be found touring all over Europe, but is always eager to return home to Berlin. Where he regularly plays Wilde Renate, Kater Blau, Watergate and his ever evolving residency in Sisyphos. Where he gets hordes of people into the groove and delivers his versatile array of flavours on any floor. With a steady stream of gigs lined up, he shows no signs of taming down his relentless hunger of being part of nightlife.Recently at Hoppetosse, Renate, Golden Gate · often with Memo., ADAMN, Rosa Kante, none of them here that night
Last at Renate in Dec · often with Tina von Kugler, Aaronovsky, Roxanne, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- ACID BOGEN3 with Josefina Tapia (2), 2 with Iron Curtis, 2 with LIA and 1 with DJ Fett Burger
- HOPPER3 with Josefina Tapia (2), 2 with Iron Curtis and 2 with LIA
- Achilles Moss1 with DJ Fett Burger and 1 with Iron Curtis
- EXTRA1 with DJ Fett Burger and 1 with Iron Curtis
- Memo.10 with Leon Licht
- ADAMN9 with Leon Licht
- Rosa Kante8 with Leon Licht
- Kaufmann7 with Leon Licht
197 said they were going — about like a usual Thursday at Renate.
how this compares
- Median final count, Thursdays at Renate162
- Middle half finished between119 and 197
- Past Thursdays at this venue counted46
The room
Renate — 203 events and 1,940 distinct artists since Aug 2025.
Most-tagged here: House (35), Techno (29) and Disco (5). genre tags on this room’s listings