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VANTA

TBA - Telegramm: @MauerparkLoveKommando, Berlin

This night happened — Sat 17 Oct · 10pm → 7am Sun

10 € – 18 € · 18+ · VANTA 2 · Techno

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Who was billed13 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

70 of the 78 pairings on this bill were first meetings.

  • Dshanna and Julez (live) — 3 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 24 Jul 2026.
  • Dshanna and Hendrik Nitsche — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 24 Jul 2026.
  • Dshanna and Gray Contrast — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 24 Jul 2026.
  • Hendrik Nitsche and Julez (live) — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 24 Jul 2026.
  • Gray Contrast and Julez (live) — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 24 Jul 2026.
  • Gray Contrast and Hendrik Nitsche — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 24 Jul 2026.
  • Hendrik Nitsche and TØMMSEN — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Sat 3 Oct 2026.
  • Hendrik Nitsche and Jan Ritter — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Thu 20 Aug 2026.

Our first edition brings live hardware, modular synths and DJs to two floors in an underground rave location.

HENDRIK’S BIRTHDAY SPECIAL

For the synth nerds, for the dancers, for everyone who wants to get lost in the machines.

HARDTECHNO · HARDGROOVE · HYPNOTIC · INDUSTRIAL · TRANCE

from the promoter’s listing on Resident Advisor

Who they are

  • Balkhausen

    Berlin · 28 bookings since Aug 2025

    Their RA profile lists ONLYTRANCE.

    Recently at ://about blank, OST, Lokschuppen Berlin · often with alemiko, Limoncello, DJ Henk, none of them here that night

  • Dshanna

    Stuttgart · 6 bookings since Jul 2026

    “DSHANNA is a Berlin-based live artist exploring the connection between human instinct and machine logic.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    DSHANNA is a Berlin-based live artist exploring the connection between human instinct and machine logic. Using hardware, modular systems, and real-time improvisation, she creates raw, physical electronic performances that evolve through tension, repetition, and control.
    Their RA profile lists Finder.

    Recently at Void Club, Straße des 17. Juni · often with Dr. Spree, Sarah Sommers, gnr-8-or, none of them here that night

  • Gray Contrast

    Berlin · 4 bookings since Nov 2025

    “Gray Contrast is the live electronic project of Dorian Goetsch, born and raised in Berlin-Schoeneberg.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Gray Contrast is the live electronic project of Dorian Goetsch, born and raised in Berlin-Schoeneberg. He started piano at the age of seven, learning by ear, and carried that classical foundation into a hardware-only performance practice. His rig - nicknamed "Spaceship" by the Berlin police for its ingenuity - runs entirely without a computer: grooveboxes, synthesizers, loopers and live vocals that rise from ambient openings into mantra-like choruses and 150 BPM peak-time techno. A fixture of Berlin's Mauerpark street scene, he played daily through the 2020 lockdown for the city's music-deprived techno community, shaping both his sound and the scene that grew around him. ARTE TV picked up the story, leading to a national documentary feature, alongside coverage in Berliner Zeitung ("Sound fuer die Strasse") and Berliner Morgenpost. Since then: Rave The Planet 2025 with his own float, opening for Dr. Motte; the 64-Finals of the Gwangju Busking WorldCup in South Korea; a headline slot at the Pilsen Busking Festival in Czechia; sound design for the Hamburger Kunsthalle; and an EU-supported songwriting residency in the Karakoram, Pakistan. His track "More Love" reached one million TikTok views and 500k Spotify streams. Partners include KORG, Novation, Zoom and Loopy Pro. No fixed script - only synthesizers, intuition, and a constant dialogue with the audience and the space.

    Recently at Straße des 17. Juni, Der Weiße Hase · often with Dr. Spree, Sarah Sommers, gnr-8-or, none of them here that night

  • Gretchen B

    Berlin · 5 bookings since Aug 2025

    “Gretchen B is the founder of DYNAMIC BERLIN and active in the city as a Hard Dance / genrebending DJ, producer and event promoter since 2018.”

    their own biography

    Recently at Lokschuppen Berlin, ://about blank · often with YOVA, Bella M, Dikdaedor, none of them here that night

  • Hendrik Nitsche

    Berlin · 7 bookings since Aug 2025

    “Hendrik Nitsche is a Berlin-based techno producer and live performer whose hypnotic rhythms pulsate between 144 and 150 BPM, creating immersive sonic journeys that unfold in the moment.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Hendrik Nitsche is a Berlin-based techno producer and live performer whose hypnotic rhythms pulsate between 144 and 150 BPM, creating immersive sonic journeys that unfold in the moment. Rather than relying on pre-arranged tracks, Hendrik's performances thrive on prepared improvisation, crafting unique experiences through live manipulation of Ableton synthesizers and effects, seamlessly combined with analog synthesizers that add raw, unpredictable energy to his sound. With classical piano and guitar training since age five, Hendrik brings a depth of musical understanding to his productions that belies his relatively recent focus on techno. Since August 2023, he has been refining his distinctive sound, channeling years of theory and practice into the raw energy of Berlin's electronic landscape. Hendrik's musical path took an unconventional turn beneath the Warschauer Bridge, where his street performances with a portable PA system regularly drew crowds of up to 150 people. These grassroots sessions opened doors to Berlin venues like Cosmic Caspar, Mein Haus am See, and Nachtvogel, where his dynamic sets continue to build a devoted following. In July 2025, Hendrik’s ascent culminated in a major milestone: performing a full live set on a flagship truck at Rave the Planet, Berlin’s largest techno parade, in front of tens of thousands of dancers. Just weeks before the parade, he shared a studio session with modular pioneer Dr. Spree, a collaboration that deepened his sonic palette and reaffirmed his commitment to live hardware performance. As a core member of the artist collective The Gates Music, Hendrik contributes actively to Berlin’s collaborative creative ecosystem. His influences range from the live modular chaos of Alexander Spree to the precision of Gabrielle and the raw drive of USAW—yet his sound resists imitation. With interest now coming from Amsterdam Techno Records, who are discussing gigs at Berlin institutions like about:blank and OXI, Hendrik’s momentum continues to build. From early dub-techno experiments like Carpet (from his debut album) to his current hard-edged, genre-fluid live shows, his evolution is both deliberate and dynamic. For Hendrik, techno exists beyond agenda—it's a universal language that brings people together regardless of background or belief. He sees his role not as a revolutionary, but as a contributor to Berlin's techno heritage, using contemporary tools to tap into the same primal rhythmic connection that humans have experienced for millennia. In a scene that often takes itself too seriously, Hendrik's approach remains refreshingly genuine—focused on the craft, dedicated to the moment, and always open to where the music might lead next.

    Recently at MaHalla, OXI, Straße des 17. Juni · often with Dr. Spree, Solvados, Mattone, none of them here that night

  • Jan Ritter

    Berlin · 9 bookings since Oct 2025

    “Freunde, das ist der Anfang von etwas Großem.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Freunde, das ist der Anfang von etwas Großem. Jan Ritter, das bin zu 100% ich. Musik mit Herz und Seele, fetten Bässen, knackigen Drums und Melodien, die mitten ins Herz treffen. Es hat lange gedauert bis ich dort war wo ich jetzt bin: Am Anfang von etwas echtem. Jetzt habe ich mich und meinen Sound gefunden und stehe zu 100% dahinter. Dieses Jahr wird groß meine Freunde! Angefangen mit dem Release meiner ersten eigenen EP auf einem der geilsten Labels die es gibt: Supdub Records. Doch damit nicht genug! Alfred Heinrichs himself hat einen Remix von einem der Tracks von dieser EP gemacht! Und zwar eine Granate von einem Remix! Es folgen noch weitere Releases auf Lordag Records und anderen Labels die ich liebe. Ich bin sehr glücklich mit den Künstlern, mit denen ich selbst "groß geworden" bin arbeiten zu können. Hätte mir das jemand vor 8 Jahren gesagt, dann hätte ich ihn für verückt erklärt! Das Feedback, dass ich von meinen Idolen wie Pig&Dan, Microtrauma, SQL, um nur ein paar zu nennen, ist absolut überwältigend und ich kann es kaum erwarten euch die Tracks zu zeigen! Ich freue mich über jedes bekannte und jedes neue Gesicht. Grandios wäre es wenn ihr bei den Newsfeed Einstellungen bei meiner Seite auf "als erstes anzeigen" klickt, damit ihr auch was davon mitbekommt wenn ich was poste :) Ich bedanke mich bei allen die an mich geglaubt haben und auch bei denen die es nicht getan haben ;-) Außerdem möchte ich mich bei Alfred Heinrichs und den Supdub Jungs bedanken, die mir diese einmalige Chance gegeben haben. Dieses Jahr wird definitiv ein Abenteuer werden und ich hoffe ihr macht dieses Abenteuer mit mir mit! Beenden würde ich meine kleine Vorstellungsrunde gerne mit einem Zitat: »And you ask "What if I fall?" Oh, but my Darling, What if you fly?« ― Erin Hanson
    Their RA profile lists Supdub and Lordag Records.

    Recently at OXI, ://about blank, AVA Club · often with ravers, sound and lights, Real. No filters, none of them here that night

  • Julez (live)

    Berlin · 6 bookings since Mar 2026

    “Julez moves between driving techno, hard kicks, distorted acid lines, and industrial influences.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    Julez moves between driving techno, hard kicks, distorted acid lines, and industrial influences. Starting out with DJing, the first synth – a Korg Minilogue – in 2019 marked the shift towards a fully hardware-based setup. Since then, raw and energetic sounds have been created through semi-modular setups and analog machines. With Modular Circuit, an event series launched in 2024, Julez actively supports FLINTA* artists in music and arts, creating spaces for exchange, support, and creative expression.

    Recently at Void Club, Straße des 17. Juni, ciao ciao Bar · often with Dr. Spree, Mxnxnxke, Eva van Dijk, none of them here that night

  • Kaltgepresst

    Berlin · 2 bookings since Oct 2026

    “After finishing a classical music education in school, Kaltgepresst discovered his true passion in 2019 with electronic music.”

    their own biography

    the whole biography
    After finishing a classical music education in school, Kaltgepresst discovered his true passion in 2019 with electronic music. After moving to Berlin in 2024 he began to form his own sound even more: Hard, Nostalgic, Emotional. While always looking for new ways and possibilities to express his art and to bring joy onto the dancefloor, he is also developing a new live vocals performance, blending driving and bouncy basslines with his raw voice.

    often with DR.WIESL, @Nassia, LÄUFF, none of them here that night

  • TØMMSEN

    Berlin · 3 bookings since Oct 2026

    Last at MaHalla in Oct · often with KDD, Marco Stenzel, Krellmann, none of them here that night

names these artists often play with — not that night
  • Dr. Spree3 with Julez (live), 2 with Dshanna, 2 with Gray Contrast and 2 with Hendrik Nitsche
  • gnr-8-or1 with Dshanna, 1 with Gray Contrast and 1 with Julez (live)
  • Mattone4 with Jan Ritter and 2 with Hendrik Nitsche
  • YOVA2 with Gretchen B and 1 with Kaltgepresst
  • Eva van Dijk1 with Dshanna and 1 with Julez (live)
  • Mxnxnxke1 with Dshanna and 1 with Julez (live)
  • Sarah Sommers1 with Dshanna and 1 with Gray Contrast
  • alemiko16 with Balkhausen
31 said they were going.

The room

TBA - Telegramm: @MauerparkLoveKommando — 1 event and 13 distinct artists since Oct 2026.

Who put it on

VANTA 2 — 1 event and 13 artists since Oct 2026.

Also that night

how these 3 are connected
  • DUALISM with DJ YARAK, DJ Gysi, DJ Henk, Limoncello — Limoncello and Balkhausen have shared 8 bills; Limoncello is on that bill and Balkhausen is on this one.
  • [CANCELLED] REINKARNATION with Secret Act, Nano Viola, Ephy Pinkman, LISTORIO — bbymeister and Balkhausen have shared 4 bills; bbymeister is on that bill and Balkhausen is on this one.
  • XTRUDE x EUPHORIA SESSIONS w/ Chris Liebing, Truncate, Phil Berg live, Elli Acula, Angel D'lite — RA tags both listings techno — and that one also breakbeat.

Listing text, times, cost, age, genre tags and artist photos: Resident Advisor, event 2551016.

Attending counts, venue and promoter records, co-billing history and the night’s other listings: adrift’s record of Berlin events.

Quoted passages are the promoter’s or the artist’s own words, unedited.