How Berlin became the capital for clubbing,... | 7echno
How Berlin became the capital for clubbing, techno and raving
Discover how Berlin became the capital for clubbing, techno and raving in this deep dive into the city's legendary electronic music history. This report explores the roots of Berlin's techno scene, tracing the journey of the mechanical beats from their mid-1980s Detroit origins to their arrival in Germany. Learn why Berliners adopted the genre as the perfect soundtrack to the fall of the wall, as abandoned bunkers, power plants, and factories in the east of the city swarmed with clubbers from both sides celebrating their freedom. Featuring insights from world-renowned DJs including Paul Van Dyk and Ellen Allien, alongside nightclub owners and festival organisers, this story uncovers how iconic clubs like Berghain and Tresor were established and how techno truly became the sound of Berlin.
Report by Christian Weibezahn.
