Finest Friday
Berghain | Panorama Bar | Säule, Berlin
This night happened — Fri 19 Jun
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Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- Phara
- Christian AB
- next: NYC, Fri 30 OctFadi Mohem
- Separat
- next: Nowadays in NYC, Sat 24 OctTasha
- presents In Glass
Set times were not published.
the pairs that have met
14 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- Phara and Fadi Mohem — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Sat 4 Oct 2025.
Who they are
“Phara spins an intricate, contemporary take on techno while never losing touch with the genre's essence.”
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Phara spins an intricate, contemporary take on techno while never losing touch with the genre's essence. Influenced by the pioneering sounds of Detroit, Berlin and the UK, as well as post-punk, wave, EBM and electro, he makes compelling, highly personal tracks that ooze energy. Having emerged on the international scene with the "Next Of Kin" album on Black Sun Records, further experimentation with a slew of classic hardware synthesizers and outboard effects led to an analog-oriented practice and a selection of EPs that found a home at other blue chip imprints such as Soma,SK Eleven, Stockholm LTD and Planet Rhythm. Eventually his urge to move rapidly spurred the set-up of "Phaaar", the gimmick-free record label that serves as an additional output for his own music. It is clear Phara's production method is informed by the club and vice versa: the groove and power present on his records move and intertwine in the same fluid motion that he taps into as a DJ. He plays vinyl-only sets that navigate an intersection of fast rhythms, industrial atmospheres and dubbed-out pulses, backed by a collection of stone-cold classics. His venturesome spirit, understanding of dancefloor dynamics and pin-accurate mixing skills landed him a well-traveled booking schedule and a resident spot at Fuse, his hometown Brussels' legendary techno venue. In 2022, he ventured into new territory and debuted his live show, taking the Korg EMX-1 - a machine he knows inside and out - from the studio to the main stage. Showing a whole lot can be done with little, these performances adequately represent Phara's approach. The fusion of propulsive drum sequences, detuned chords and rumbling bass he fires from what is arguably his favorite piece of gear indeed both recounts and re-imagines the power of classic techno.Their RA profile lists Soma Records, Stockholm LTD, Sonntag Morgen, Planet Rhythm Records and 5 more.Last at Berghain in Apr · often with Bennet (DE), OPH, Philippa Pacho, none of them here that night
“Christian AB has carved a distinctive path in electronic music through a sound that’s both timeless and forward-thinking.”
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Christian AB has carved a distinctive path in electronic music through a sound that’s both timeless and forward-thinking. Known for his deep musicality, razor-sharp mixing, and wide-reaching influences, he brings an emotional intensity to the dancefloor that resonates far beyond trends. His sets weave together house, techno, breaks, and electro with a fluidity that reflects both knowledge and instinct. From intimate basements to some of the world’s most respected clubs and festivals, his performances—daring and uncompromising—have earned him recognition as one of the scene’s most captivating selectors. Alongside his reputation as a DJ, Christian AB is an accomplished producer with releases on Faith Beat and Timeless, showcasing a unique vision translated into records that stand the test of time. Rooted in curiosity and passion, he embodies what we value most: authenticity, depth, and relentless dedication to the music.Their RA profile lists Timeless and Faith Beat.Recently at Berghain, RSO.BERLIN, ZENNER · often with Ogazón, O.BEE, Tomas Station, none of them here that night
- Their RA profile lists Klockworks, WERK Records, Seilscheibenpfeiler, WSNWG and 2 more.
Recently at Berghain, Philharmonie Berlin · often with JakoJako, Ben Klock, Cinthie, none of them here that night
Recently at OHM · often with Lara Fein, Skee Mask, none of them here that night
“Runs Neighbourhood record label & techno party...”
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Runs Neighbourhood record label & techno party... Presenter on Rinse FM... Played alongside Ben Sims, Randomer, Helena Hauff, Ben UFO, Pangaea, Karenn, Henning Baer...Their RA profile lists Exit Records, Machine and Houndstooth.Recently at Tresor / Globus, Berghain, RSO.BERLIN · often with Stenny, Answer Code Request, Beste Hira, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Gerd Janson3 with Fadi Mohem and 2 with Tasha
- BASHKKA4 with Fadi Mohem
- Ben Klock4 with Fadi Mohem
- Cinthie4 with Fadi Mohem
- JakoJako4 with Fadi Mohem
- Answer Code Request3 with Tasha
- Lakuti3 with Fadi Mohem
- O.BEE3 with Christian AB
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at Berghain153
- Middle half finished between125 and 256
- Past Fridays at this venue counted52
The room
Berghain | Panorama Bar | Säule — 210 events and 1,019 distinct artists since Aug 2025.
Who put it on
OstGut GmbH — 202 events and 979 artists since Aug 2025.