Some nights don’t need exaggeration. They unfold naturally, with clarity, cohesion, and that rare sense of alignment where every set feels connected to the next. The latest edition of absolutely on music was one of those evenings – the chemistry between the artists, the way the records complemented each other, the shared understanding of space and groove – all of it felt close to perfection.
Flying in from Nice, Nuts delivered something bold and deeply personal: a set built entirely from his own productions. No fillers, no borrowed highlights – just his catalogue, front to back. Among the cuts were tracks from his upcoming “World Tour 2 EP – Los Angeles”, alongside unreleased gems like “Taxi”, giving the stream a glimpse into what’s about to land. Hip-Hop-infused house rhythms, R&B warmth, crisp drums, and that subtle early-2000s flavor translated effortlessly onto the dancefloor. There was confidence in the simplicity – a producer trusting his own body of work, and proving it holds weight.
Selin stepped into the booth for her first vinyl-only set, and you would never have guessed it was a debut in that format. With calm precision and sharp intuition, she blended selections from Garrett David, Laidlaw, and Black Loops into a cohesive, flowing journey. Housey, funky, subtly UK-leaning – her transitions carried a natural swing, and the tactile charm of vinyl added warmth to the room. It felt intentional, patient, and beautifully controlled.
A special highlight came courtesy of Walter from New York, who delivered a superb house set rooted in timeless groove. Deep, driving, soulful without drifting – his pacing anchored the space and provided a steady foundation for the night’s arc. It was house music in its purest sense: functional, emotional, and locked into the moment.
Closing duties fell to Holger Breuer, who did exactly what he does best: create groove. Mixing old and new records with precision and patience – from Mettle Music to Pete Moos, from Swin to Oliver.r – his set moved effortlessly between eras while keeping the energy tight and magnetic. Groovey, catchy, vibing – a closing chapter that felt both celebratory and controlled. For a full hour he locked into a steady, rolling pulse – building momentum with house-driven cuts from Kuyateh and Yamen & Eda, gradually lifting the room into the golden era of late ’90s and early 2000s house with subtle techy notes. Just when that nostalgic warmth settled in, he steered things back toward freshly released material, connecting past and present in a way that felt seamless rather than staged.
What truly elevated this edition of absolutely on music was the synergy. No ego, no unnecessary drama – just selectors listening to each other as much as to the music. Each set felt like a natural continuation of the last, the frequencies aligning, the transitions between artists almost invisible.
Music that fits. Artists that connect. A night where groove did all the talking. Exactly what absolutely on music stands for.
Words by Holger Breuer
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