Rosa Red, the former Münchner Kindl now based in Berlin, has become a cherished regular at Blitz in recent years, captivating us with her dynamic blend of powerful House infused with touches of Rave and Breakbeat. For all the right reasons! We’re thrilled to present Blitzcast 025, showcasing Rosa Red’s euphoric musical style ahead of her upcoming performance alongside Gerd Janson and nd_baumecker on Friday, December 13th, at Blitz Club.
To accompany her all-vinyl Blitzcast, we caught up with Rosa to delve into her highly creative journey so far.
And find out more about the euphoric celebration ahead this Friday with Rosa Red, Gerd Janson and nd_baumecker right here!
www.blitz.club/program/20241213/
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- Tell us about the mix: How did it come together, and what inspired its creation?
This one is all vinyl. I dug these gems over the last few months and really love them: 90s & some early 00 house, lots of raw drums, sassy & sexy vocals, deep organs…
- This Friday, December 13th, you’ll be playing at Blitz alongside Gerd Janson and nd_baumecker. What can we look forward to from your set?
Always depends on the vibe I take in, but definitely will bring some of the sassy records I played in the mix!
- You started as a live musician in shoegaze and psych-rock bands, later DJed similar styles in Munich, and now play in many of the continent’s most discerning clubs. What were the key moments in your musical journey? How do live performance and DJing compare? Are there aspects of the live music scene you miss, or elements of the dance scene you particularly enjoy?
My first club gig was a key moment –– shortly after the pandemic, for Ritual Digital at Harry Klein. Before that I mostly played in bars – and there music was more of a background element. Being in charge of a filled dance floor felt really powerful and hooked me! Also, my first Blitz gig was a key moment; I was so incredibly nervous! I warmed up for Job Jobse, and the crowd was amazing.
What I love about DJing is that I can adapt quickly to a situation and to the vibe in the room. I am highly sensitive and always try to catch the mood of the dancers. Playing live, in a band, there is often a fixed setlist and you often can’t adapt spontaneously. If you compare shoegaze and the rave scene, they might be similar in the desire of the dancers to get lost in the music!
I miss playing really loud and noisy bass and the feeling of playing live and dynamic. Still looking for a band to play bass in Berlin.
- You’re also a graphic designer. Do your design work and music influence one another creatively?
When I am working on new tracks, I often have a visual idea in my head pretty early on, so that influences each other.
Sometimes, working parallel on design and music stuff feels a bit overwhelming as it’s too much creative stimulation. Then I need to take a break either on the music or the design side.
- Your productions and mixes stand out for their bright, colorful sound. Do you see parallels between this aesthetic and your work as a designer?
I like to spread good vibes!
- All of your releases so far have been with Munich-based Permanent Vacation. How did this collaboration come about?
I met Benji from Permanent Vacation in Munich. In the pandemic, I started to produce music and sent him my very first (very crappy!) tracks. He must have seen something in there and motivated and supported me since. Shortly after that, one of these first tracks was released on a PV compilation and I am super thankful I got so much support from the label over the years! EP 4 is in the works and will be out soon.
- You’ve relocated from Munich to Berlin. How has this move shaped your approach to dance music?
Being in Berlin gets you a bit back down to earth – there are so many crazy talented people in this city, which is scary but also inspiring! I miss the Munich familiarity though!
- Your productions lean toward House. How has Munich’s dance music history, particularly its Disco legacy, influenced your sound?
Before I started to DJ electronic music, I played records (didn’t DJ, selected them). I made a journey through so many genres! Started with the 70s and 80s records of my dad, then played 70s psychedelic music and rock, punk, then early electronic music. I was always interested in the Munich dance history, as I was interested in the overall music history.
- You’ve played several memorable gigs at Blitz since 2022. Is there one moment that stands out? Any particularly funny or unique experiences?
I had the honor to support so many legends at Blitz and am so thankful for that! Jeff Mills, Laurent Garnier, Honey Dijon … So many moments that stand out!
A particularly funny story: I played the warm-up for a well-known DJ. I finished my set, was really happy, and had quite some shots and drinks with my girls. The DJ finished exactly at his agreed playtime and wanted to leave immediately after that – although the crowd was still in a great party mood. Muallem searched me and found me partying somewhere in the crowd. He asked if I wanted to play another slot! I was a bit tipsy and scared, but I did it, though. I played 2 more hours, and it was the most amazing night!
- Our classic closing question: Beyond your own work, what music has been exciting you lately? A track, album, or mix—anything goes!
I can’t stop listening to Equinox (Heavenly Club Mix) by Danny Tenaglia at the moment. Such an amazing, deep, hypnotic track.