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Road to Neopop 2024

Music | Spotlight
Amelie Lens, Jeff Mills, Oscar Mulero, Richie Hawtin, Chris Liebing b2b Luke Slater, Enrico Sangiuliano, FJAAK Live A/V, Klangkuenstler, and Reinier Zonneveld Live are some of the names rounding off the lineup for NEOPOP Festival 2024. After an intense unveiling of the initial artists for the next edition of NEOPOP Festival, which is set to take place at Forte de Santiago da Barra in Viana do Castelo on 8-10 August, we’re ready to go full-throttle and present the complete lineup.

Uncharted Sounds / Ivan Smagghe

Music | Soundscapes
Referred to as “The DJ’s DJ,” he has contributed to influential projects like Black Strobe and launched labels such as Kill The DJ. In this interview, he shares insights into his creative process and the evolution of his music along with an exclusive playlist. Catch him this August at Neopop Festival, where he’ll be sharing the stage with a strong lineup featuring legends like Jeff Mills, Hektor Oaks, Amelie Lens, and many more.

Ben Klock / Take It Easy, Milan

Music | Spotlight
It had been nearly six years since Milan last had the pleasure of hosting one of the pioneers of modern techno, Ben Klock. This long-awaited return was made possible by the Milanese collective Take It Easy, who brought him back to the city last Friday at Circolo Magnolia.

Bodies / Rebekah

Music | Interview
A chat with Rebekah a prominent figure in the global techno scene, known for her intense sound and dedication to her craft on the occasion of her latest release "Bodies".

Tokyo Diary

Music | Spotlight
The untamed essence of a trip to Tokyo, captured on film by DJ Adiel to go along with the exclusive premiere for Nasty of 'Inari Dreaming' (out on Spazio Disponibile); an intimate sonic tribute to Tokyo, featuring field recordings from the city taken by Adiel during one of her Asian tours.

The Mask and Mirror / Loreena McKennitt

Music | Interview
In conversation with Canadian artist on the occasion of the newly released The Mask and Mirror Live album and tour culminating in Milan on July 26th at Teatro degli Arcimboldi.

Awakenings Summer Festival 2024

Music | Spotlight
Awakenings Summer Festival is coming back to Hilvarenbeek with 3 days of top-notch techno, experimentation, and immersion. With 125 internationally renowned artists, from beloved favourites to emerging talents: 3 days of premium musical and sensory vibrations, a true 360-degree journey into musical culture.

Soundscapes vol.160 / Schicktanz

Music | Soundscapes
Schicktanz, a leading figure in Berlin's techno scene, invites you to explore a playlist that embodies his deep connection to the genre. Discovering his passion through dance, he has since evolved into a DJ, producer, and the innovative mind behind Raveletics.

Soundscapes vol.159 / Hybral

Music | Soundscapes
Drawing inspiration from his early techno influences, old discoveries, and favorite tracks from his label, this playlist features tracks that stand out in rhythm, atmospheres, arrangement, or overall intensity, ranging from dark ambient, noise to industrial, experimental, etc.

Matisa / The Vital Flow Of The Beat

Music | Soundscapes
We delve into the essence of Matisa, touching on themes such as personal vision, feelings connected to profound memories, and clear purposes for the future. Step by step, she provides us with a complete picture and takes us along with her in her passion, in that harmony that, as she mentions, “saves the world”.

Soundscapes vol.157 / Atalanta

Music | Soundscapes
Atalanta's special playlist captures the exhilarating energy of her EBM set at the Gier party during WGT in Leipzig. A dynamic DJ, she has showcased her exceptional talent and dedication to techno through her residency at Distillery in Leipzig since 2019, and she has recently further solidified her presence in the local music scene by joining the Leipzig-based collective Praxis 13.5 as both a member and resident DJ.

Bite Nite at Berghain

Music | Spotlight
BITE NITE returns on May 24th at Berghain and Panorama Bar for a night of genre crossing electronic music.