PHOTON

Who they are

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  Ben Klock

  Berlin, Germany · 3 bookings since Sep 2023

  “His long-standing relationship with the notorious Techno institution has formed the backdrop to his success, providing an invaluable platform that has allowed him to become one of the most in-demand DJ-producers of the current generation.”

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  His long-standing relationship with the notorious Techno institution has formed the backdrop to his success, providing an invaluable platform that has allowed him to become one of the most in-demand DJ-producers of the current generation. Those who have witnessed him perform will note not only the diversity in his track selection, but also his ability to create a room rather than just play to it. Though intense and powerful, his DJ output reflects a certain kind of fervour, capturing an artistry and emotion that can often appear absent from the Techno genre. He also possesses a wonderful understanding of how to adapt his music to the circumstances, a competence that means he can be found at both large-scale festivals and small intimate club settings around the world. Much of his early career was marked by marathon sets – a signature that played a considerable role in nurturing his skills and reputation – but even the more compressed sets he shares today evidence an intricate narrative and sense of flow that defines him as a DJ. It was these inherent abilities that led him to compile the fabric 66 compilation in 2012, before winning the BBC Radio 1’s Essential Mix of the Year award in 2015. Over recent years his focus has been on touring – but his early works, most of which were released via Ostgut Ton, have become landmarks in the imprint’s history. 2009’s “Dawning”, the first of his collaborations with Marcel Dettmann, kickstarted the label itself and remains a stand-out track in its discography. Other releases of particular note include “Subzero”, taken from his Before One EP, and the Compression Session EP (2010). For many, however, it is his album One (2009) that best captures Klock’s talents as a producer. Still today, this seminal record forms a reference point for all Techno long-players. His skills as a remixer have also seen him rework tracks by a wide variety of artists, including Kerri Chandler, Depeche Mode, Robert Hood and Kenny Larkin. Additionally, Klock also runs Klockworks, a label he founded in 2006 as a home for his more raw and minimal productions. The focus, however, has shifted over recent years, with the label becoming a medium for him to present his more diverse personal tastes and support developing talents. Trevino, DVS1 and Etapp Kyle have all released on the imprint during the earlier stages of their careers. The growth of the label has been aided by a series of showcases at various international locations, including London’s Village Underground, New York, Barcelona, Detroit and Berlin, with more on the horizon.
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  Their RA profile lists BPitch, Ostgut Ton, Rekids, Memo and 6 more.

  Recently at BASEMENT, Knockdown Center · often with Berghain, Säule, Budino, none of them here that night

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  Chlär

  Switzerland · 6 bookings since Apr 2024

  “Chlär holds this perpetual need to learn and improve, convinced of the fundamental relationships humans share with the groove.”

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  Chlär holds this perpetual need to learn and improve, convinced of the fundamental relationships humans share with the groove. His productions and performances are attempts to awaken the tribal and primitive instinct that sleeps in each of us. His sets are direct crowd-galvanizers with technical and forward-thinking blends of grooves featuring loops of his own production. Always improvising through relentless 3-4 decks actions, his context sensitive approach to performances is fuelled by an highly effective audience reading which will guarantee an electrifying moment, no matter the set time and duration. He is also a former mastering engineer working with renowned labels such as Taapion, RAW or Ritmo Fatale and co-runs Bipolar Disorder Rec. Chlär is sharpening his musical senses and abilities on many sides of the industry, by being an artist and engineer but also working in A&R and Event Management, which recently led him to be the ‘’Raver’s Choice’’ from the Raving Spoon awards.
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  Their RA profile lists Monnom Black, Selected, Bipolar Disorder, Deestricted and 2 more.

  Recently at Knockdown Center, BASEMENT · often with Toobris, Freddy K, Stef Mendesidis, none of them here that night

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  Fadi Mohem

  Berlin, Germany · 9 bookings since Oct 2023 · Basement and Berghain techno

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  Their RA profile lists Klockworks, WERK Records, Seilscheibenpfeiler, WSNWG and 2 more.

  Last at BASEMENT in Oct 2025 · often with Berghain, Säule, JakoJako, none of them here that night

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  NEUX

  Tbilisi, Georgia · 3 bookings since Mar 2026

  “stands out as a new force in the European techno landscape.Originating from Georgia and establishing her base in Berlin, she embodies a versatile artistry, merging her singer-songwriter essence with her prowess as a DJ.”

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  stands out as a new force in the European techno landscape.Originating from Georgia and establishing her base in Berlin, she embodies a versatile artistry, merging her singer-songwriter essence with her prowess as a DJ. NEUX's residency at Tbilisi’s KHIDI underscores her role in the current techno circuit. Her musical style, which skillfully blends different shades of techno, marks her as an adaptable and innovative artist. This innovation shines through in her experimental debut, "All I Want". In her performances, she intertwines the pulsating sound of Berlin techno with the essence of Georgian rhythms, transforming each set into a captivating expedition through varied sonic realms. NEUX envisions a legacy as a fervent music aficionado and a DJ famed for hosting unforgettable parties. Pivotal moments like her first Berghain experience playing for BITE Records and her residency at KHIDI sparking her devotion to electronic music. NEUX's goal is to express her innermost feelings through her music, reaching out to those who resonate with her artistic spirit. Her path in music goes beyond mere creation; it's about forging immersive experiences, staying authentic to her beginnings while evolving with the dynamic techno scene.
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  often with Nastia Reigel, Ana Rs, Elli Acula, none of them here that night