Closer Milano

And here we go with the second part of our opening ceremony! Double-trouble for Funk Assault, that will delight us for a second round at Associazione Masada with an exceptional 90s-oriented house set. Alongside the dynamic duo, two blue-chip guests will make their Italian debut: Frenzy owner and resident Isaiah and young talent on the rise Mathys Lenne. The cherry on top will be handed over by some in-house team-up b2b sessions: Rorschack vs Yamila, no. name vs sleep.less and Ikaar vs Functional Disorder will be backed by Crea resident Spad. Event info: https://ra.co/events/1752562 Grab your tickets here

With enormous pride and excitement we release the recording of Gaetano Parisio's 3-hour set at Amelia during our closing party, when the master worked his magic right before Sir Ben Sims! Being one of the most consistent artists in the history of techno, his sound fluctuates from hi-octane peak-time rhythms to hard-edged futuristic landslides: a tireless transmission of choppy uptempo rides and fracturing grooves. https://on.soundcloud.com/T7xSs6jF35Yui5Qx5 Artwork by FUNARO: https://www.instagram.com/funar.o/

With enormous pride and excitement we release the recording of Gaetano Parisio's 3-hour set at Amelia during our closing party, when the master worked his magic right before Sir Ben Sims! Being one of the most consistent artists in the history of techno, his sound fluctuates from hi-octane peak-time rhythms to hard-edged futuristic landslides: a tireless transmission of choppy uptempo rides and fracturing grooves. https://on.soundcloud.com/T7xSs6jF35Yui5Qx5 Artwork by FUNARO: https://www.instagram.com/funar.o/

We couldn't wait a second longer to announce this huge opening ceremony! Teaming up with Vault Sessions and CREA we're eager to present a double-room experience at our beloved Circolo Amelia [23.00 - 8.00]. In the Red Room, we welcome back futuristic space-warrior Matrixxman and Octatrack genius Stef Mendesidis, joined by tribal grooves masters Funk Assault and our mighty Rorschack. Dutch finest Lobster will be in charge of the Blue Room, sharing the booth with our dear Yamila and CREA residents no. name and Spad in a special b2b. Red pill or blue pill? The choice is up to you... Event info: https://m.facebook.com/events/133934959761289 Grab your tickets here

Hailing from Paris, we're pleased to have on board Toyz founder and Conceptual Violence owner NYMED, a strongly in-demand artist for queer parties worldwide. His revivalist sound is characterized by a love for 90s techno with a no-frills approach: get ready for a mix full of trippy melodies and sexually charged rhythms! https://on.soundcloud.com/4vb11NTdGmmfGXbd8 Artwork by FUNARO: https://www.instagram.com/funar.o/

For CLOSERcast #066 we're eager to welcome Spanish DJ and producer PUSHMANN and his fast-paced, high-octane beats. Strap in for 60 minutes of metallic percussion, steel cavernous drums and some hardgroove, multi-layered rhythms! https://on.soundcloud.com/hsFkY Artwork by FUNARO: https://www.instagram.com/funar.o/

Another wonderful weekend has passed, leaving us again with some truly joyful memories 🏳️‍🌈 Thank you for joining us on this such special occasion, even the heat couldn't stop us! Stay tuned, the next season is approaching faster than you think... and we really can't wait to unveil to you what's cooking 👀

Elad Magdasi and Mathias Weber are the names behind MELATRONIX, a sparkling duo that brings together playful, uptempo and emotional techno: a combination of acid-line treatment and their unique melodic point of view. Come and celebrate with us this unmissable appointment for Milano Pride 2023: a musical journey filled with colours, diversity and joy! Event info: https://fb.me/e/gdi6M02CY RSVP: https://bit.ly/CLOSERPRIDE23 Listen to the full set

IKAAR is the newest addition to our CLOSERcast_live series, bringing with him his murky and muddy rhythms. Tune in to revive his set live-recorded at Masada on the 14th of January: plunge yourselves into a universe of gloomy sounds and hollow landscapes! https://on.soundcloud.com/8WgSJ

Surprise surprise 🌈 We’re back for an extra-date on Friday 23rd June at Q Club [23.00 — 6.00] to celebrate diversity, joined by iconic duo MELATRONIX (Elad Magdasi & Mathias Weber) and our dearest residents Rorschack and Yamila. The celebrations will also go on the next day, Saturday 24th June, with the Masada chariot from 14.00 in Via Pisani! Event info: https://ra.co/events/1715289

Berlin-based DJ and producer, founder of Sonntaginstitut, Black Mirror Park lays down CLOSERcast #065 with dubbed-out grooves and uplifting vibes! Sit back and enjoy this 60-minute vinyl and digital mix with a dreamy atmosphere and some stabby synths! https://on.soundcloud.com/nV8pK Artwork by FUNARO: https://www.instagram.com/funar.o/

As the second instalment of our brand-new CLOSERcast_live series, this time we present sleep.less and his pitch-black atmospheres and hypnotic, fast-leaning rhythms! Dive in for 2 hours of gloomy and raw sounds, recorded live at Amelia on the 25th of March right before UK legend Regis! https://on.soundcloud.com/FuZuq

Every word is useless to describe what we experienced, but one thing is for sure: we're all left with goosebumps and tears of joy. Thanks to all of you for making this season something we couldn't even imagine... it was all a blur, a dream come true, and the last episode of this wonderful journey was nothing but its best coronation. We're already working on the next season with only one goal in our mind: setting the bar even higher and continuing to strengthen this amazing community we’re proud to call family. Stay tuned, this is only the beginning ❤️

The wait is finally over! We gather to end this season in the most wonderful way we could: 25+ hours of music, emotions, new connections and memories 💞 See you tonight — and tomorrow — for one last and unforgettable dance together x

Faithful to the movement since its beginnings, Ben Sims is the quintessential techno artist: with over 20 years of experience under his belt, this true master has gained a well-deserved reputation as one of the world's leading DJs. He is a tight, energetic mixer who skillfully weaves together his own distinctive blend of tough funk and hardgroove, using three-deck wizardry and plenty of dexterity: a unique journey jam-packed with slappy kicks and full-throttle beats. Event info: https://fb.me/e/43dKmq54n Grab your tickets here Listen to the full set

Techno, Acid & Breakbeat project by Dutch DJ & producer Stranger, TAFKAMP is the acronym for Try Acquiring Future Knowledge As Much Possible: it’s the dreamy, filthy and funny sound of rave. Known for his marathon set at Bret’s afterhours, his trax selection is carefully crafted for your dancefloor pleasure, combining early 90s leaning vintage machines stomps and raw, distorted yet effective techno workouts. Event info: https://fb.me/e/43dKmq54n Grab your tickets here Listen to TAFKAMP x Vault Session @Bret

Co-conspirator of label and event series positivesouce, Philippa Pacho's early beginnings took place in the illegal party scene in Stockholm, where she refined her kinetic and fulsome techno sound, focused on finger-on-the-pulse selections. Her sets shiver with taut energy, coursing with steely momentum and rich sonic depth. A driving and hypnotic journey with a strobing paranoia engineered to pack a full punch in the club: expect some seductive basslines and spacey loops for dancefloor dreamers. Event info: https://fb.me/e/43dKmq54n Grab your tickets here Listen to the full set

Born and raised in Naples at the foot of the Vesuvius, Gaetano Parisio is one of the most consistent artists in the history of techno, releasing fierce cuts since the 90s that have always been a stable component in every DJ's record box. His sound fluctuates from hi-octane peak-time rhythms to hard-edged futuristic landslides: a tireless transmission of choppy uptempo rides and fracturing grooves, designed to punch in and out of your system like a raging wrecking ball. Event info: https://fb.me/e/43dKmq54n Grab your tickets here Listen to the full set

Italian DJ and producer Rosati, strongly fascinated by sound pattern repetitions, found his artistic identity in creating futuristic techno rooted in the ’90s minimalistic works: using his own words, "future is the door, past is the key". His unique style is made of punchy analogue beats that rag us deep into a world of rhythm, textures and remarkable melodies, laying down an irresistible blend of perfectly balanced house & techno selections. Event info: https://fb.me/e/43dKmq54n Grab your tickets here Listen to the full set