Berghain has a strong ethos and to be a resident there, Ben has had to become an artist that is always moving forwards.
“Berghain has a consistent focus on staying true to the core of techno and house while also remaining open to new talents and musical directions. This blend of stability and evolution keeps the club exciting.
That’s also what
challenges and inspires me as an artist. As a resident, you can’t just play the same playlists over and over. With many of the same people listening each time, you have to constantly micro-reinvent yourself to surprise both yourself and the audience.”
Looking to the future, Ben will never give up his passion for techno, but Layer One has given him a chance to explore new territories.
“Layer One shows a different side of Fadi and me—it was born out of a specific environment and showcases another aspect of our artistry. Techno will always remain my core focus—driving the dancefloor wild, locking people into a groove, and creating that hypnotic energy. But creativi- ty has no fixed path—who knows where my next studio sessions will take me!”
MY THOUGHTS
The very essence of Klock’s artistry has always been about evolution. Where many artists might be content with the adoration they’ve amassed over years of Berghain dominance, Klock takes that foundation and builds something bigger, something more expansive. Layer One might not have been made for the dancefloor, but it isn’t a retreat from the techno world, it’s a reflection of it; a layered exploration of what happens when the music stops but the drive to create doesn’t. This isn’t just an experiment; it’s a declaration that techno can be anything it wants to be. And Klock’s fearless departure into uncharted territory serves as an invitation for others to follow.
Let’s not be deceived by the experimental veneer. Beneath the digital frost and ambient layers lies the same raw, immersive energy that Klock has always mastered. It’s the subtle art of balancing warmth with coldness, analog with digital, that sets Klock apart. His move into the experimental might seem like a sharp turn, but it’s merely another facet of a career defined by continuous reinvention. With Layer One, he is not turning his back on techno, he’s pushing it into new dimensions, expanding what it can mean and what it can feel like. It’s a vision that isn’t afraid to take risks, even if it means alienating some who only know him for his Berghain sets.
As an artist, Ben Klock is testament to the idea that true creativity never stops evolving. The release of Layer One signals that he isn’t merely a participant in techno’s story but one of its most compelling authors, writing the future in real time. In a world obsessed with trends, Klock’s approach is a defiant one - rooted in authentici- ty, yet driven by the desire to constantly explore the boundaries of sound. His legacy is no longer just about the past he has shaped but the future he continues to create, one boundary-pushing release at a time. And as he proves with Layer One, the future of techno is wide open.
Text by: James Hamilton & Sergio Nino Photography: Oriol Reverter Set Design: Paula Viejo Styling: Soo-Hi Song
Layer One album artwork by: Jannis Maroscheck and Johannes Schreiner at Veryes
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