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  Kenny Larkin

  Detroit, United States of America · 3 bookings since Aug 2025

  “To most electronic music aficionados, Detroit native Kenny Larkin is a man who needs no introduction.”

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  To most electronic music aficionados, Detroit native Kenny Larkin is a man who needs no introduction. His impressive 20-year history of creating arguably some of the most timeless, soulful techno ever created, is unquestionable. But, to the newer generation of club-goers, who aren’t aware of his contributions, 2012 serves as the year to re-establish his position as one of the most valuable forces in dance music today. On his popularity, Larkin states: “I’m more like the artist’s artist. I’ve had very successful electronic artists tell me constantly how much I’ve influenced them, but, to the newer generations of club-goers, my name might not be as well known. I like to say, I’m famous for not being famous!” -KL Since the beginning of his career, Larkin’s profile was never considered massive, nor did he ever serve as the “face of techno.” Yet, the respect and admiration he garners from his fans, electronic musicians, and journalists globally leave little doubt as to his relevance, and influence in a genre that sometimes can be described as lacking in feeling, warmth and musicality. It is that musicality that allowed him to give us an unforgettable collection of original material and remixes, such as the amazingly groovy Inner City “Share My Life.” Many consider this rework one of the best Inner City remixes ever done. Or the equally stunning remix done for Ben Klock’s “OK,” which was voted by website LITTLE WHITE EARBUDS as the 20th top track of 2009. The reviewer comments: ... Larkin defrosts Klockʼs “OK” with swelling warmth and a bass line that wound itself all the way to the horizon. High wire strings gave the remix a sense of drama, while faultless percussive turns saw halting snares, clipped shakers and languid hi-hats entwine themselves through the fabric of the track. Coaxing an animalistic cry from his hardware, Larkin had already succeeded in creating a stunning take on “OK” by the three minute mark, but then topped it all off with a gorgeous piano solo that continued for the remainder of the track, adding a graceful fragility to the feverish pace set by the other elements. Not just one of Larkinʼs finest moments but one of 2009ʼs as well. Stunning! -LWE But by far, one of the most memorable recent remixes, was Larkin’s version of Radioslave’s “Don’t Need A Cure For This.” Released in late 2010, Larkin effortlessly displays his penchant for melody, and his signature jazzy keyboard riffs. The keyboard line, alongside the driving rhythm, resulted in the remix becoming one of the most charted remixes of 2010-11 on popular electronic music websites Resident Advisor, and Beatport. Never to rest on his laurels, in Dec. 2011, Larkin delivered one of the first biggest remixes of 2012. Less jazzy, but no less impressive than his Radioslave remix, Larkin’s expertly crafted version of Inner City’s, “Future,” which he coincidentally co-produced, and co-wrote, quickly climbed to the number one spot on Beatport’s Top 100 Techno Chart, and reached number 16 on their Top 100 overall chart, which combines all genres. Top dj’s from around the globe are currently supportive this massive floor filler. This was one of only a few Detroit titles to ever reach number one on the techno chart, since the creation of Beatport. “Quality, not quantity...” -KL The building blocks of his signature sound are rooted in his early exposure to jazz, funk, and soul, in addition to other more electronic influences. These styles all serve as the backbone of his unique style. This was a key component in the formation of the second wave of Detroit Techno, alongside artists such as Carl Craig. Larkin’s small, but impressive catalog of work of over the years, all displays his ability to chisel out of the often cold hard machines, his own sound that is all heart and soul. Quite simply, this is electronic soul music. After listening to his debut album, released on Warp Records, Azimuth (released 1994), the press commented: “”Azimuth is one of the most imaginative and original techno albums yet.” MUSIC WEEK “A masterpiece. This LP of intelligent Detroit techno is an upcoming classic.” STREETSOUNDS His second album, entitled Metaphor, released in 1995 on R&S, was no less impressive: “This is electronic soul music, full of human feeling and warmth" MixMag “Delightful, pure Detroit-style techno. Melodic, emotive and, like so much great U.S. techno, almost jazz-like in places. Larkin is a man with his finger on the fast forward button of music’s future.” SELECT Street Sound magazine later voted Azimuth as one of the top 50 Techno CD’s of all time. His second album, entitled Metaphor, released in 1995 on R&S, was no less impressive: "A juxtaposition of polished classic Detroit and quirky jazz-inspired innovation. At times very minimal and ambient, other times well informed by house, Kenny's warm dance beats hit in just the right places at just the right time.” I-D -Metaphor was Nominated for “Best Electronic Album of the Year by Keyboard Magazine. -In 1995, Larkin was voted “Best Techno Artist of the Year by local Detroit newspaper, Metro Times. Larkin returned from a break, and re-established himself with his, “Keys, Strings,Tambourines.” The album was released on the legendary Planet e, and was voted by Pop Matters magazine as the ninth best electronic albums of 2008. For their selection of top 20 albums of 2008, well respected website, Resident Advisor, listed Larkin’s album at 18. "Throughout Keys, Strings, Tambourines, Larkin peppers his elegant tech house rhythms with jazzy keyboard fills, strings, tambourines and oddball synth blurts, making for an especially tuneful listen that doesn't skimp on the ass-shaking. Fans of Larkin's classic works will not be disappointed here, nor will those discovering his music for the first time." –Resident Advisor Kenny has an undeniable passion for making music. In addition to his busy global dj schedule, Larkin is currently working on no less than 7 remixes, for a number of noteworthy artists craving the Larkin touch. In addition, he is putting the final touches on his first original release since his KST release on Planet e. Due out in the spring on Cadenza Records.. Larkin’s sound continues to stand the test of time. His unique, musical approach to dance music transcends expectations in balance with meeting his own ambitions and meanwhile pleasing “Detroit-Days” devoted followers all the world over. As his popularity grows, he will no doubt convert new fans to believers and show them that music...REAL music, and Techno can in fact coexist in the same fuzzy place in the heart. Famous for not being famous? Not for long.
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  Their RA profile lists Peacefrog, Warp Records, Planet E, KMS and 3 more.

  Recently at Kater · often with HOPPER, ACID BOGEN, LOURDES LOURDES, none of them here that night

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  Samuel Deep

  Utrecht, Netherlands · 3 bookings since May 2026

  “Samuel Deep owes his short but successful career to modesty, dedication and ambition.This brought him to play in the biggest clubs in Europe like Panorama bar and Fabric along side artists as Ryan Elliot, DVS1 and Margret Dygas.”

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  Samuel Deep owes his short but successful career to modesty, dedication and ambition.This brought him to play in the biggest clubs in Europe like Panorama bar and Fabric along side artists as Ryan Elliot, DVS1 and Margret Dygas. Samuel also plays with his brother Julian Alexander under the name Ingi Visions. In March 2018, Samuel released his fresh second EP MOOV! on SlapFunk records. With support from Resident Advisor who gave him the nick name “The King of Swing” and a summer full of festivals and great clubs shows coming up, it looks like Samuel is finally emerging from the underground to take a well deserved spot at the table
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  Their RA profile lists OFF Recordings, SlapFunk Records, Albion and Real Gang Records.

  Last at Berghain in May · often with Ben UFO, Dulce (1), none of them here that night

• Magda

  Detroit, United States of America · 10 bookings since Sep 2025

  “Magda's realm as an artist spans far beyond the typical role played by DJs and producers.”

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  Magda's realm as an artist spans far beyond the typical role played by DJs and producers. With an open mind, Magda will try her hand at whatever feels right: from producing high-quality Tequila to tech collaborations, fashion and art, Magda has created a truly unique, multifaceted expression of herself. Born in Poland and raised in Detroit, Magda has soaked up the various characteristics of her surroundings, resulting in a widely-cultured perspective, tuned to see beauty and potential in the most derelict and depressed of places. As a teenager partying in Detroit, it wasn't long until Magda was fully immersed in the city's underground scene. In 1998, she was dropped straight into the deep end; she joined Minus and began touring the world as Richie Hawtin's opening DJ. Whilst this was a perfect platform for Magda to show off her talents and develop a fanbase, it brought with it the constraints of an established reputation. Magda was defined as a DJ under the Minus umbrella, but since has forged her own path. Magda's touring schedule is amongst the most high-profile and demanding around, with regular bookings at many of the world's very best house/techno clubs and festivals. She's proved herself as a consistent, adventurous and top-quality performer, with a knack for bringing tracks together in unexpected ways. As well as notable accolades such as a BBC 1 Essential Mix and playing at Timewarp's live streamed 20th anniversary, Magda has been behind some stand-out commercial mixes. 'She's A Dancing Machine', released in 2006 through Hawtin's label, was truly seminal. It intricately layered 70 tracks into 16 sections and displayed an almost unprecedented level of energy for a minimal DJ mix. She was later invited to record a mix for Fabric esteemed CD series, and adopted a similar patchwork approach to brilliant effect. Her latest, two-disc mix compilation, out through the Balance series in February, gives equal measure to the experimental and club-focused aspects of her DJing. Incorporating music from the likes of Shackleton, Murat Tepeli and Marcel Dettmann, Magda takes the listener on a thrillingly unpredictable listen. Though solo Magda releases are relatively rare, there's no doubt her ability extends beyond the booth to the studio. In the fall of 2010, Magda revealed her debut on Minus, 'From The Fallen Page'. It combined her love for Italian horror composition, Detroit techno futurism and straight-forward dancefloor functionality into a quality body of work that still sounds fresh today. She has also remixed the likes of Plastikman and Depeche Mode. Collaboration has become a vital part of Magda's studio work. Cornerbred is the project she shares with partner Daniela Huerta. Offering a respite from normal DJ sets, it revels in avant-garde and real-life concepts, utilising a broad sound pallet and lending itself to live performance. The pair have recorded mixes on Soundcloud and sites such as Oki-ni, the hour-long sessions covering a wide array of styles, sounds and periods, from 80s electro to more atonal works. DTR (Define The Relationship) is Magda's edits venture with Nyma, dedicated to 'reshaping, reintroducing and reviving early influences as a homage to the past, present and future'. So far, LL Cool J, Chaka Khan and Jody Watley have been under the DTR microscope with fascinating results. On top of all this, Magda has proved herself as a label boss, running the long-standing and successful Items & Things imprint with Marc Houle and Troy Pierce. The label thrives on the off-kilter and the uncommon, unearthing new artists and sounds that push boundaries. Thirty releases in and Items & Things proudly count the likes of Jimmy Edgar and Rework amongst its roster. With a new event series and much more in the works, 2015 is an exciting year for Magda and her fans. Her Maria Pascuala Tequila brand and design work also continue to open new avenues, each of them explored with the stamp of quality Magda has come to represent. Connect with Magda: www.soundcloud.com/magda-official www.residentadvisor.net/dj/magda www.discogs.com/artist/Magda www.gigs.gigatools.com/user/magda www.dj.beatport.com/magda www.twitter.com/magda_music www.facebook.com/unmagda itemsandthings.com
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  Their RA profile lists M-nus, Items & Things, Soniculture and Balance Music.

  Recently at Tresor / Globus, Else, Hoppetosse · often with Mike Servito, Morgan, S4M23, none of them here that night

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  DJ Senc

  Central, Italy · 4 bookings since Nov 2025

  “Alfredo, widely recognized as the founder of Seawolf Records and a prominent member of SlapFunk Records, possesses a vinyl collection that brims with gems and rare treasures, coveted by DJs and collectors alike.”

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  Alfredo, widely recognized as the founder of Seawolf Records and a prominent member of SlapFunk Records, possesses a vinyl collection that brims with gems and rare treasures, coveted by DJs and collectors alike. Originally hailing from Italy, Alfredo has called Amsterdam home for eight years, cementing his status as an indispensable figure within the Dutch underground music scene. Recently moved to Barcelona with his record shop, SENC presents a keen ear for innovative sounds and a passion for pushing boundaries, consistently delivering electrifying performances that resonate deeply with his audience.
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  Recently at Club der Visionaere, Hoppetosse · often with Dyed Soundorom, Tau Car, Ben UFO, none of them here that night

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  Alexander Skancke

  Norway · 11 bookings since Aug 2025

  “The young Norwegian thrives off the energy of the people on the dancefloor and has made a sizeable impact on the European electronic music scene all the way from his early releases on Neostrictly, to the acclaimed releases on his own label Quirk.”

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  The young Norwegian thrives off the energy of the people on the dancefloor and has made a sizeable impact on the European electronic music scene all the way from his early releases on Neostrictly, to the acclaimed releases on his own label Quirk. Entrenched in love for vinyl and analog productions, Skancke is imbued with a passion for the very roots of house music and has found his path by carefully selecting records that have a uniqueness and originality to them. It should not be understated that his passion for music takes him far beyond the boundaries of electronic music and that this is a key point in his understanding of the musical language as a whole. Skancke’s passion for all things analog is reflected in all aspects of his life: from his work at Bikini Waxx, a record shop in Berlin specializing in second-hand vinyl, to his fascination with vintage studio gear. Because of this, you can clearly hear his passion for off the grid production and the rawness of the analog soul in his music. As a traveling nomad, Alexander Skancke has managed to take advantage of his lifestyle. His years in Oslo, Budapest and now Berlin give him as an artist the tools and inspiration to bring together far-flung influences and create something genuinely new and exciting.
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  Their RA profile lists Eskimo Recordings, Contexterrior, Strictly Chosen, Invade Records and 3 more.

  Recently at Berghain, Sonnenraum, Hoppetosse · often with Sedef Adasï, D'Julz, Hervé, none of them here that night

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  Volkan Akin

  11 bookings since Aug 2025

  “"music begins where the possibilities of language ends“ jean sibelius”

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  Their RA profile lists Giegling, Ultrastretch, SlapFunk Records, Unreleased Ltd and 2 more.

  Recently at Club der Visionaere, Funkhaus Berlin, Sonnenraum · often with Ricardo Villalobos, Barbara Preisinger, Dorian Paic, none of them here that night

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  Lamache

  Berlin · 5 bookings since Aug 2025

  “Originally from Toulouse, Lamache’s career started at a young age within the industry.”

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  Originally from Toulouse, Lamache’s career started at a young age within the industry. Inspired by artists who, back then, and still today keep the underground electronic music scene thriving, he has quickly progressed amongst the ranks proving himself as a talented and versatile DJ. Moving first to Paris to study electronic music culture and sound engineering, the exposure to a wealth of new and unique sounds and environments led him to make the natural migration to London, the melting pot of music, artists and culture. Formerly a member of Toi Toi Musik collective, an established and admired party and label amongst music heavy weights that is based in London, his newest project has led him to Berlin where his focus remains on growing his potential in the studio and concentrating on developing his label ; Discobar. Two years young the record label has gone from strength to strength successfully hosting showcases across Europe as well as representing a talented group of artists from Odd Soul, The Mole, Toba, Ark, Zendid, Alex & Digby and Robin Ordell...
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  Their RA profile lists Discobar.

  Recently at Club der Visionaere, Hoppetosse, Renate · often with Jonas Blanquiere, Lenny Mailleau, none of them here that night

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  Henriku

  Oslo, Norway · 12 bookings since Sep 2025

  “While Henriku's focal point is music production and DJ'ing, he dabbles in art forms of all sorts fueled by queer, cute and crusty things.”

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  While Henriku's focal point is music production and DJ'ing, he dabbles in art forms of all sorts fueled by queer, cute and crusty things. Generally, you'll find Henriku glorifying the 90s or eating bananas in clubs.
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  Their RA profile lists Quirk and Det Gode Selskab.

  Recently at Berghain, Coco Boule, Phantom Bar Berlin · often with Power Squad, D'Julz, Sedef Adasï, none of them here that night

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  Eli Verveine

  Switzerland · 8 bookings since Aug 2025

  “As a DJ, Eli Verveine is widely respected for her ability to build her own dancefloor wherever she is in the world.”

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  As a DJ, Eli Verveine is widely respected for her ability to build her own dancefloor wherever she is in the world. Always engaged with the crowd, Eli sees communication as integral to the art of DJing: whether it’s warm-up, peak-time or after-hours, she captures the collective energy and applies just the right doses of drama and restraint until every dancer is locked into a unified groove. Eli’s versatile blend of genres and moods has brought her to some of the most iconic stages around, from the clubs Bassiani, Panoramabar, Fabric and Closer to the festivals Garbicz, Rainbow Disco Club, Waking Life, and delivering the prestigious closing set at Organik Festival in Taiwan. She has a B2B project, Among Trees, with Andrey Pushkarev. As a live performer, Eli Verveine collaborates with Berlin-based DJ/musician Gwenan on the experimental live project Gin & Tonic. With a setup combining modular synthesis, drum machines, effects pedals and more, the duo tease variegated musical textures out of extended improvisations. This open-ended approach, grounded in close listening and a strong mutual understanding between the two, leads to intriguing musical dialogues in which the machines do the talking. As a producer, Eli Verveine’s discography stretches back to the Ness EP (2012) on Tardis Records, the label she runs with Oscar Schubaq. In 2023, she released the track ‘Morning Dub’, on a VA from Chateau Chépère, and ‘Reverie’, a track resulting from a project with school children in Basel. Eli has been having a lot of fun in the studio, so we can expect more solo material on the way.
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  Their RA profile lists Tardis.

  Recently at MaHalla, Berghain, Hoppetosse · often with Sarah Wreath, Gwenan, Elia Nafzger, none of them here that night

• Trent Voyage

  Ireland · 5 bookings since Sep 2025

  “A native of Waterford, Ireland, Trent Voyage (Colm Mullally) first commenced his musical journey with a foundation in percussion and drums before transitioning to electronic compositions, eventually broadening his study with a degree in Music Production in Berlin.”

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  A native of Waterford, Ireland, Trent Voyage (Colm Mullally) first commenced his musical journey with a foundation in percussion and drums before transitioning to electronic compositions, eventually broadening his study with a degree in Music Production in Berlin. His second release with Elena Moroder on Quirk quickly made the rounds with their hit track 'Aquamarine' being shared and played among groove seekers and festivals alike. His ability to create atmospheric dreamy like tracks fuelled with deep groves and crystal clear vocals have marked him as a notable presence in the house music scene, earning live set appearances at Berlin's Heideglühen, Club der Visionaere and festivals from Italy to Lebanon. Trent's productions remind us that music made with soul and emotional depth can leave lasting imprints as timeless as the inspiration from where they once came.
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  Their RA profile lists Quirk.

  Recently at Tresor / Globus, Hoppetosse · often with Dj handbag, Luca Garcia, Sven von Thülen, none of them here that night

• Elena Moroder

  Berlin · 2 bookings since Jan 2026

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  Recently at Tresor / Globus · often with GLOBUS, none of them here that night