Ben Klock is a figurehead in contemporary techno music, renowned for his hypnotic and uncompromising sounds that have defined a genre and earned him a reputation as one of techno's elite. Based in Berlin, Klock's ascension to the upper echelons of dance music began in the early 2000s, where he became a resident DJ at the legendary Berghain club, sculpting his reputation for marathon sets that traverse a broad landscape of techno variations. His highly respected work has placed him at the forefront of techno, and his contributions as a DJ, producer, and label owner have considerably influenced the global electronic music scene.

As the founder of the Klockworks label, Ben Klock has curated a home for innovative techno, releasing forward-thinking tracks that are both utilitarian for DJs and engaging for home listeners. Some of his most impactful releases include "One," an album that solidified his distinctive, pulsating style, as well as a series of EPs and tracks like "Before One EP," "Phantom Studies," and "Compression Session," which have become staples in techno sets worldwide. His craft extends to remixing, with a catalogue of transformed tracks that breathe new life into originals, underscoring his mastery of the techno form. Through a combination of his prolific output, incisive sound curation, and influential DJ sets, Ben Klock continues to be a central figure in the evolution of techno music.

Genres

German Techno

Minimal Techno

Techno

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Latest Release

Clean Slate (feat. Coby Sey)

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Coby Sey

Single - Released October 10, 2024