DENISE RABE

Denise Rabe has been a driving force in Berlin’s techno scene for over a decade, excelling as a DJ, producer, booker, radio host, and promoter. Her experience has shaped a grounded and pragmatic artist with a distinct and uncompromising voice.

She first honed her craft on vinyl, a foundation that continues to define her approach behind the decks. Through her label Rabe, she develops a cohesive vision where sound, artwork, and presentation are treated with equal care. This commitment has attracted remixers such as Rrose, Reeko, and Headless Horseman, whose contributions expand her sonic world. She has also collaborated on her label with artists including Ricardo Garduno and Lidvall.

Key milestones include her debut 12” on Mutewax (2015), significant releases on ARTS, her Manifesto EP on Stroboscopic Artefacts (2019), and records on 47 and Soma, reflecting a consistent and evolving trajectory. Her sound—sparse, industrial, and hypnotic—carries deep, driving grooves that have taken her across stages in the US, Asia, and Europe, including legendary techno institutions like Berghain and Tresor.