Who was billed6 artists
In the order the promoter listed them.
- Talismann
- next: Signal, Fri 23 OctKYRUH
- Concrete Husband
- next: BASEMENT, Sat 31 OctSALOME
- next: BASEMENT, Fri 6 NovMatas
- RYKER
Set times were not published.
Most of these pairings were meeting for the first time that night.
the pairs that have met
8 of the 15 pairings on this bill were first meetings.
- KYRUH and Concrete Husband — 5 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
- KYRUH and Matas — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
- Concrete Husband and Matas — 2 shared bills before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
- KYRUH and RYKER — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
- Talismann and Concrete Husband — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
- Matas and RYKER — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
- Concrete Husband and RYKER — 1 shared bill before that night, first on Fri 22 Sep 2023.
Who they are
“For Guy Blanken, music is a matter of the heart, and a boundless playing field for sonic explorations.”
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For Guy Blanken, music is a matter of the heart, and a boundless playing field for sonic explorations. His compulsive curiosity has led him to unusual corners of the electronic music realm – spawning a multifaceted, yet distinctive discography. As Makam, he has investigated anything from exhilarating club anthems to contemplative downtempo moods. And as Talismann, he is probing ever deeper into the abyss of sinister soundscapes and industrial drum patterns. When Guy hasn’t locked himself in the studio, or isn’t tending to one of his labels, he loves engaging with the dance floor during one of his tireless DJ or live sets. Finding a home at Amsterdam institutions like Trouw, and De School (the now closed down) Dekmantel has given him the opportunity and freedom to connect with fellow travellers, and continue on his fascinating musical journey. Talismann is Guy’s darker incarnation. From the moment he delivered tracks like ‘Mars Wars’ and ‘Zula’ (2012), his take-no-prisoner approach has been indisputable. Talismann Records has cemented its position as the home of intense, inky techno and ambient. Moreover, Slagmann, his collaboration with Slagwerk Den Haag, has resulted in one of the most experimental, and arguably most intriguing albums in his oeuvre ‘Krysalis’. Following the release of his illustrious 3-part album ‘PERCUSSION’, Talismann boldly articulates his distinctive vision of techno. Embarking on the esteemed KLINIEK series, a nine-part EP collection, he delves into uncharted territories and boundaries to redefine the essence of late-night destress. Guy meticulously refines his unparalleled vision forged from over two decades of club expertise through the exclusive KLINIEK events, The story continues.Their RA profile lists Talismann.often with stranger (NL), GLOBUS, Ranma Entero, none of them here that night
“Based out of Brooklyn, KYRUH is no stranger of hard, gritty and high caliber techno.”
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Based out of Brooklyn, KYRUH is no stranger of hard, gritty and high caliber techno. Purgative, high energy rave shawty that makes love on the ones and twosRecently at Paragon, Mood Ring · often with WTCHCRFT, SKIN CONTACT, OCTI, none of them here that night
“Concrete Husband is a NYC-based producer, DJ, composer, and flutist whose work bridges hypnotic techno, contemporary composition, and surrealist sound design.”
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Concrete Husband is a NYC-based producer, DJ, composer, and flutist whose work bridges hypnotic techno, contemporary composition, and surrealist sound design. His forward-thinking dance records Piel and Pelvic Resonance, released on White Owl Records, received critical acclaim, with Document Journal describing his music as “redefining avant-garde composition.” Educated at New England Conservatory, he draws on a deep knowledge of musical history to create emotionally charged sonic narratives that blur the line between the sensual and the uncanny. His DJ sets move through hypnotic grooves and psychological tension. A fixture of the Brooklyn techno scene, he has been seen countless times at BASEMENT, Paragon, and Knockdown Center, as well as at WIRE Festival and Merge. He is a resident of the Mexico City collective Pervert. As a composer and flutist, he merges virtuosic performance with experimental approaches to sound. Integrating live flute into his work, he has developed a singular performance language that led Eartheater to invite him to open her 2024 international tour, alongside a headline debut at Silent Green. His compositions have been presented at Amant, MoMA PS1, Museum of Modern Art, MUNCH, and Palazzo Reale. He has also scored Dion Lee’s Shanghai Fashion Week presentation and contributed flute compositions to the A24 film Beau Is Afraid. Most recently, he released the experimental project "Where The Ashes Glow" on NNA Tapes.Techno on 2, Afrobeat on 1, Art Rock on 1 and Ethereal on 1. styles on their catalogued releasesReleased on White Owl Records (3) (2) and Gonzo Circus (1); their RA profile also lists NNA Tapes and White Owl Records. labels on their catalogued releases and on their RA profileRecently at Trans-Pecos, Nowadays · often with Juana, Ne/Re/A, VILE, none of them here that night
“Salome is a dj and producer born in Tbilisi and recently relocated in Berlin where she immediately felt like home.”
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Salome is a dj and producer born in Tbilisi and recently relocated in Berlin where she immediately felt like home. Her sound covers from electro to acid and techno, often even bringing it all together with her own touch, her dj sets are poised and fresh yet leading people to hard dancing trance. Salome has become a new resident of Herrensauna. Her music currently appears on Lobster theremin, Mechatronica, International Chrome, Mind controlled rectifier, Herrensauna, Darknet and be sure the future will have a lot more to add.Their RA profile lists Darknet, Lobster Theremin, Mechatronica, International Chrome and 2 more.often with MCMLXXXV, SUMME, ROBUS, none of them here that night
Last at Nowadays in Aug · often with Roza Terenzi, Jek, Aurora Halal, none of them here that night
“RYKER is a DJ and event producer deeply embedded in New York's underground queer nightlife scene.”
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RYKER is a DJ and event producer deeply embedded in New York's underground queer nightlife scene. They have performed at Nowadays, Basement, and Club Space in Miami, and across parties including Fast Forward, Weeeirdos, Mizz Softee, Steamroom, La Noche, and Mala Junta. Off the decks, they contribute to the production teams behind some of the city's most vital underground events, including Zero Chill, FAW, and QNCC. That same practice extends into nightlife programming for fashion houses and brand activations across New York. Their sets move through house, techno, and prog trance, with a sound that is retrofuturistic and groove-driven, pulled through a '90s sensibility and delivered with wit.often with TT, Mother Daughter Dance, Aöcram, none of them here that night
names these artists often play with — not that night
- Annie Lew6 with Concrete Husband and 5 with KYRUH
- Juliana Huxtable7 with Concrete Husband and 3 with RYKER
- Makadsi6 with Concrete Husband and 2 with RYKER
- Sevyn 00005 with Concrete Husband and 2 with RYKER
- OZA3 with RYKER and 2 with SALOME
- WTCHCRFT17 with KYRUH
- Juana9 with Concrete Husband
- Ne/Re/A8 with Concrete Husband
1,080 said they were going — quieter than a usual Friday at BASEMENT.
how this compares
- Median final count, Fridays at BASEMENT1,410
- Middle half finished between1,080 and 1,762
- Past Fridays at this venue counted119
The room
BASEMENT — 294 events and 630 distinct artists since Aug 2023.
Holds about 500.