Skrillex has once again proven his influence as a curator, convening a collection of the most vital voices in electronic music for a massive two-day takeover. Held on May 30 and 31, the event—dubbed CONTRA: Berlin—transformed the gargantuan, industrial halls of Kraftwerk into a high-octane sanctuary for the global underground.

The event featured an expansive lineup that bridged disparate corners of the electronic spectrum. Among the performers were Bladee and Ecco2K, alongside heavy hitters like Blawan, Juliana Huxtable, Malibu, KAVARI, and Nick Léon. The curation also highlighted international talent, including the British rapper Jawnino, Brazilian DJ RHR, and the techno stalwart Batu.

Kraftwerk, a former power plant that serves as the home to the legendary club Tresor, provided the perfect brutalist backdrop for the event. While the project remains somewhat mysterious, organizers describe CONTRA as an “evolving platform” for experimental sound and performance.

For those who missed the spectacle, the event served as a definitive statement on the current state of electronic music, blending the raw energy of the underground with the massive production scale that Skrillex has become known for. As the platform continues to develop, it promises to remain a focal point for those tracking the future of the genre.