Dekmantel Festival, after eleven editions, showcased its unwavering commitment to the evolution of electronic music while staying true to its core identity. The week-long festival took place July 30-August 3. It was a fearless exhibition of the far-reaching potentials of the burgeoning electronic music landscape. It went back where it...

The evocative moniker conjures up colorful pictures of sonic experimentation and artists forging new paths. It’s a symbol of home for a community brought together by their passion for electronic music. I’ve never been there myself, to tell the truth. Its reputation certainly precedes it, a beacon of curatorial vision...