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Who they are

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  Chontane

  Berlin, Germany

  “With Ukrainian roots growing up in Berlin, Chontane started playing in his city’s clubs at the mere age of 19.”

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  With Ukrainian roots growing up in Berlin, Chontane started playing in his city’s clubs at the mere age of 19. Starting things off with a residency at the Krach nights in Humboldthain and now having played for some of the most prestigious clubs such as Basement, KALT, Tresor, Radion & BRET in Amsterdam, Blitz, Fuse club in Brussels, and RSO in Berlin, Chontane can be increasingly found blurring the lines between techno, breaks, and electro in cities around the word. Part of the new wave of producers more invested in sound design and razorsharp productions than ever before, Chontane’s early studies in music and sound design allow for surgical precision; his fascination for sound in general can be heard in his records. He gives body to his work and has been pulling together tribal and groovy techniques inspired by the classic 90s and early 2000s club records to create density and effect on the dancefloor. His work stands at a stylistic crossroads between various dance genres, easily slipping into just about anyone’s tracklist if their goal is to get people moving. Since his debut release in 2018, Chontane has garnered praise and support, leaving a lasting impact on the industry. Notably, he has released two highly anticipated records on ARTS Records, showcasing his versatility and talent. Additionally, he launched his own label, TANE, and recently released a second EP on the rapidly rising label, Mutual Rytm, associated with SHDW & Obscure Shape. With his roots grown deep in the world’s techno capital, Chontane’s career is well on its way to becoming international. Ready to push boundaries and surprise music enthusiasts with unexpected blends to fire off his erratic taste in music, Chontane’s mixes and productions represent today’s necessity for the perfect balance between consistent innovation and guaranteed efficiency.
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  Their RA profile lists Rekids, Illegal Alien Records, Monnom Black, ARTS and 6 more.

  often with ROBUS, Berghain, Markus Suckut, none of them here that night

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  JKS

  Paris, France · 2 bookings since Mar 2026

  “JKS translates a decade of drumming experience into a magnetic exploration of rhythm, weight, and movement, a journey through the sounds that shaped him long before ever touching an electronic drum machine.”

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  JKS translates a decade of drumming experience into a magnetic exploration of rhythm, weight, and movement, a journey through the sounds that shaped him long before ever touching an electronic drum machine. Rooted in techno, his music is percussive, hypnotic, and textured, with driving sexy grooves, evolving layers, and a raw, physical energy that feels both fierce and deeply seductive. JKS skillfully navigates between chaos and control, drawing from UK bass, 140, broken techno, and many other influences with effortless precision. An active force in the underground for over ten years, JKS first emerged as a founding member of Molekül, later forging his own path with the creation of Smile Sessions in 2020. The label has now grown into a space for new talent, helping emerging artists find their voice while staying true to the spirit of the scene.
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  Their RA profile lists OAKS, Molekül, Involve Records and Agora Records.

  often with Amphia, Sept, Ponygirl, none of them here that night

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  BENZA

  Madrid, Spain

  “BENZA is a Madrid-born, Berlin-based artist known for a raw and futuristic sound.”

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  BENZA is a Madrid-born, Berlin-based artist known for a raw and futuristic sound. Initially emerging from the Symbole collective, he has developed a vision of techno that prioritizes sound design, storytelling, and physical intensity. After a period of refining his musical vision, BENZA’s first releases gained significant attention in late 2023, marking the beginning of a steady progression. With releases on respected labels such as Clergy, Vault Records or Smile Sessions, he is establishing a solid presence in the contemporary techno scene through a sound defined by its drive and technical precision.
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  Their RA profile lists Clergy, Molekül, PHTM, RI7MO and 4 more.

  often with Sicion, Amphia, Lobster, none of them here that night

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  Diossa

  Miami · 8 bookings since Jun 2025

  “Since making her Miami debut in 2020 Diossa has slowly but steadily been turning heads in the music scene.”

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  Since making her Miami debut in 2020 Diossa has slowly but steadily been turning heads in the music scene. Some of her career highlights include playing at Elements Music Festival, ATV Records, Treehouse Miami, Celine Orlando, etc. Furthermore, opening for artists like Layton Giordani, Brian Cid, Serge Devant, Art Department, and Simon Vuarambon, just to name a few. Colombian rooted and Miami based, Diossa was exposed to the industry at a young age. With her father being a renowned music producer and her mother a theater artist and club owner, she has grown up playing various instruments and an innate ability to connect and communicate through music. Her DJ sets are emblematic of her flavorful collection and knowledge of music. Diossa always looks at things from the perspective of the dance floor. Her sets are genre-bending, a delicate and thoughtful selection of techno, afro house, and indie rhythms. Artists that inspire her are: Anna, Ivory (IT), Andre Lodemann, Tibi Dabo, Jimi Jules, and Cioz. Today, Diossa is busy in the studio working on developing her production, and she is only getting started.
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  Recently at The Chocolate Factory, H0L0, Signal · often with Ramsey Neville, Junkfile, Marco Neves, none of them here that night