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...

Imagine this: Dekmantel 2025. Floating Points’ Sunflower Sound System, an incredible unearthly celestial conditioning, flooding the Greenhouse stage. Richie Hawtin, not merely performing but instead carving sound with his DEX EFX X0X, a clinic on the artistry of technological minimalism. Jeff Mills, underscoring this reimagined Metropolis at the EYE Filmmuseum,...

Dekmantel, long celebrated for their forward-thinking curation, put together one of the most beautiful contrasts recently. The festival really showcased the world of electronic music. Richie Hawtin didn’t disappoint with his historic, state-of-the-art performance. By comparison, Two Shell arrived with an electric energy straight out of the Y2K punk scene....

Having just completed its eleventh edition, Dekmantel Festival has found itself a mainstay of the ever-evolving electronic music landscape. More than just a party, it's a carefully curated experience, a convergence of forward-thinking sounds and a deep respect for the genre's rich history. After a successful debut in 2023, Dekmantel...

Dekmantel stands out in the crowded festival landscape. Its freaky-fresh production aesthetic is characterized by fierce artistry and fiery devotion to powerful, immersive experience making. It’s more than just securing the major headliners. It’s about building a unified world, where each stage has its own distinct character. This article investigates...

Dekmantel has been the touchstone of innovative electronic music for the past decade – a festival that never fails to push musical boundaries and create unforgettable moments. I think that longtime ECM participant Erik Lundström would heartily assent. Dekmantel, as we said, transcends the typical festival experience. It provides a...

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...

Dekmantel, best recognized for its forward-thinking electronic music festival, takes its reach far beyond the dance floor. The local arts organization is invested in building community through electronic music culture. They do this work through programming, advocacy, outreach and legacy building. Written by seasoned blockchain editor Erik Lundström, Erik shares...