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LIFE OF BRYAN (Chapter 2) is out today on @dothetaboo link in bio. Tracklist: 1. Would you like to dance 2. It’s not okay 3. Hey Wupp 4. Spray it till you fail it With early DJ feedback from: @roi_perez_ @mysteryaffair @talfussman @alinkatwirl @haaihaaihaai @josephcapriati @jonathankaspar @shumiokinawa @pacoosuna @yulianiko @adriatique @theus_mago @deerjade and many more… Artwork Photography by @stefanbraunbarth Graffiti Cowbell by @lateteuno Officer 1: @florians_fotos Officer 2: Jamil Obeid Young Bryan: Oskar Hasert Mixed at @highseatstudios Mastered by: @michael_czernicki After the amazing first chapter one of Bryan Kesslers new album, which represented the birth of his sound the second part underlines the era of a young artist painting graffiti onto a church wall and gets arrested by the police in the age of 13 which made him become a punkrocker later on. Based on true stories. See you all at the release party at @paeff.bar tomorrow together with @christian_s_dj #newmusicfriday #musicrelease #bryankessler #thelifeofbryan

@bryanokessler playing for ART(E)FACTS an exclusive Set at Giselle Bar in Düsseldorf, germany. Full Set out now on YouTube ! Bryan Kessler, einer unserer residents und der „cowbell lizard“ Koln’s, der bereits die Metropolen der Welt wie Ibiza und die Panorama Bar im Berghain Berlin mit seinem perkussiven House Sound bespielt hat, wird seine berühmten live poetry Einlagen mit dem SM58 für euch Samstag in der Giselle Bar zum Besten geben. Link in Bio!

@rooftoptapes & @dothetaboo teamed up for some Sunday madness at @sonnenscheinetage ☀️ It was a blast! Thanks to ya all for coming! And thanks to @fr3adymusic @alinkatwirl @bryanokessler for the amazing music! #dothetaboo

Sunday we DO THE TABOO together with @rooftoptapes ✌🏻 Killer sundowner line up: @alinkatwirl @bryanokessler @fr3adymusic LATE TICKET SALE STILL GOING ON! ONLY A FEW LEFT! See you on the other side 🍹 ☀️ #rooftoptapes #dothetaboo #sonnenscheinetage

THE LIFE OF BRYAN (Chapter 1) - Birth of a sound (DTT007) Cologne, Germany – In the vibrant heart of Cologne’s inner city, a musician’s journey began. Sleepless nights, scribbled notes, and a relentless creative drive mark the origin story of a producer whose sound is now ready to be shared with the world. “Life Of Bryan (Chapter 1)” marks the first EP in a powerful new series from multifaceted artist, poet and producer Bryan Kessler. With each monthly release, the Life Of Bryan series chronicles a distinct era of his life, capturing raw emotions, creative breakthroughs, and the evolution of his unmistakable style. This is the new sound of The Factory! OUT NOW! Link in bio! Credits and more than love go out to my team. THANK YOU, YOU GUYS ARE INCREDIBLE! I love you! Label: @dothetaboo Mix & Master: @highseatstudios Creative producer: @sinan_sls CI: @nicolassalfner Photo: @stefanbraunbarth Light: @monoauge Styling: @paul_nipkow Hair&Make up: @__whitny Visuals: @leeroy Models: @marcheellaaa @vickybrabeck @edel_by #thelifeofbryan #newmusicfriday #dothetaboo

Do The Taboo - “No Go’s Vol.2” DTT005 Release 28.02.25 Do The Taboo is back with a fresh and exciting new release, “No Go’s Vol.2”, featuring an eclectic mix of talent from across the label. This latest compilation brings together cutting-edge artists and their unique sounds, showcasing the diversity and energy that the label has become known for. 
Kicking things off is Vienna-based artist Andy Catana, a veteran of the minimal and house scene with over a decade of experience. Known for his tricky and playful productions, Andy’s rare DJ set appearances are always a treat. For this release, he draws inspiration from a Justin Timberlake phrase, giving his track a fresh and shiny face perfect for the dancefloor. His contributions add a unique, infectious energy to the compilation. 
Next up is Elliot Adamson, a Newcastle-based rockstar who has earned a reputation for working harder than anyone in the game. Between producing music, painting, and writing, Elliot brings a multidisciplinary approach to his sound. On “Miprocin Dreams,” he blends infectious breaks with high synths, creating a club-ready anthem that hits all the right notes for both the dancefloor and the airwaves. This track further cements his place in the Do The Taboo family. 
After the success of her hit “System Of Love” on Do The Taboo, Mamacita returns with a deeply personal track, “Recuerdos De Alemania.”Drawing inspiration from her time in Cologne, Mamacita’s signature vocals are front and center, while a deep, groovy bassline and drumming machine add an acid-tinged, irresistible rhythm. This track is a sonic exploration of her journey and a perfect blend of soul. 
Closing out the compilation is label head Bryan Kessler with his latest creation, “Sense In A Mess Or A Horse In A Dress.” As obscure as its title suggests, Bryan taps into the minimal vibes of the 2010s, with funky Prophet stabs and unpredictable breaksthat will have you dancing wild in the club. This track is a preview of what’s to come on his upcoming LP, slated for release later this year. #dothetaboo #bryankessler #andycatana #mamacita #elliotadamson

„FACTORY RADIO 013“ W/ @likerecords music by @davidhasert @lalenamusic & @mosesmehdi - Out now 6pm. Link in Bio. DAVID HASERT David Hasert is a widely respected artist, live performer and musician. Regarded highly as a key figure in the music scene of Cologne, he is the face of the nightclub Reineke Fuchs. He is responsible for the clubs continuing unique success. He has developed the club into a cultural hotspot, DJ’s the world over desire to play. David is the founder of the hugely successful LIKE Records. A record label which has always sought to break new boundaries and cross genres in music. LALENA is a DJ and music producer celebrated for her deep, groove-laden sounds that combine warm textures and unique melodies. Her early career has flourished, marked by her exploration of house, deep house, and techno. LALENA’s music is characterized by stripped- back percussion and minimal textures, infused with a warm vibrance that creates unique vibes, irresistibly evocative of the dance floor. MOSES MEHDI Moses Mehdi’s sound can be descriped as sophisticated, emotional House Music & Techno with one hundred percent hands-up qualities. The producer and DJ’s goal is to bring refreshing sounds to all high quality music lovers. Playing in all of the notorious clubs in Cologne City, the producer and DJ brings his vibes and music to other cities and clubs. Giving the DJ live experience to his project is a huge step in expanding his brand outside of Germany. Since his start, Moses wants to put his heart and hard work in creating good music & shows. Shot by @urban_dreams_cologne

„FACTORY RADIO 012“ W/ @lateteuno @rambo_no.seven & @normal.4 - Out now! Link in Bio. LATETE Dj Latete is a person who has been interested in musicand in all the type of formats that have to do with it (not pop and mainstream music). He has been circulating for more than a decade in the local scene of Colonia where his Latin side is has been always included when it’s about to present the music in bars clubs or whatever place. Ghetto rhythms, world atmospheres, dark sounds, street poems and love songs combined with a dose of politics are part of his musical menu. Vinyl is a weapon for this DJ and with it he shoots the culture that he has learned over time. and how a good person said „ this machine kill fascist“ T1. RAMBO NO. SEVEN The name Rambo no. Seven comes with a good reason: things are allowed to move fast. The sets are a wild mix of trippy and trashy techno, breakbeat, and ghettotech, all infused with a deep love for spacey sounds and experimental forays into other genres. In short, he doesn’t like to stick to conventions, nor does he follow the 4/4 beat too strictly. Her goal? To make the listeners and dancers question how they even got there in the first place, swept away by the energy of this unique style. NORMAL WARNING DJ Normal 4 was raised close to Düsseldorf in the Ruhr Area, former a strong and living industrial city conglomerate and now a bygone and dead epicenter of German heavy Industry with dusty factory skeletons and abandoned industrial complexes. Rave fantasies and being surrounded by this reality of geometric shadows, harsh skylines and lost dreams gave birth to his sound - with one foot in the fields of the the glorious summer of ‚92‘ and one in the ‚no future 4 ever‘ sounds emanating from Düsseldorf via Amsterdam to London, Lyon to The Hague today. With high praised releases for respected Berlin label, Klasse Wrecks‘ and BrothersFromDifferentMothers from Lyon.

„FACTORY RADIO 011“ W/ @luyse_luise & @sebastian.habben - Link in Bio! LUISE is a well-known guest in Cologne. Traveling from her hometown of Hannover, she performs across Germany, bringing her unique energy to the clubs and festivals. With her debut releases on the French label Skylax and the Cologne-based I’m in Love Records, along with her unmistakable sound, she shares her passion for powerful viny. When not behind the decks, she is sharing her knowledge and production expertise through courses in the Hannover area. HABBEN Habben started collecting and playing records at the age of 16. Back then, he was spinning Hip-Hop, but it wasn’t long before he attended his first rave. Shortly after, he moved to Cologne, where he delved deeply into electronic music. His journey led to a diverse range of Dubtechno and House releases on 200 Records, Treibstoff, Drumma, Stardub and of course, his own label: I’m in Love Records. Which he runs with friends in Cologne.

@dezandresmahogani | @mind_the_blue & @__p_u_k__ playing for Factory Radio! Full Episode on YouTube! Link in Bio. DEZ ANDRES World Famous DJ Dez aka Dez Andrés was destined for a life in music. The son of Humberto ‘Nengue’ Hernandez, a world renown percussionist, he got his first drum set at the age of three. While hanging out in Amp Fiddler’s home studio, he met J Dilla, who recruited him to DJ for his hiphop group Slum Village. Parallel to revolutionizing the U.S. rap landscape with the new-found electrified smoothness of S-Villa, Dez Andrés went on to explore his hometown’s house legacy from the late 90’s onwards and released a string of 12-inches on KDJ. He later released three acclaimed full-length albums for Mahogani Music, which put him on the map as one of the most versatile figures in dance music. In 2012, Dez Andrés inaugurated his own La Vida label with the future classic “New For You,” which became one of the decade’s most delectable dance floor cuts, selling out multiple pressings. Seven years since the crowd-pleasing “New For You,” his latest release, Andrés IV catches him at a professional peak, coming off of a run of singles that was among the decade’s most pleasurable, making it clear that he’s a vital part of the musical landscape, and Detroit’s musical lineage.‍ MIND THE BLUE Aaron aka mind the blue is a Cologne resident who grew up between underground rap and 90s rnb. His undying love for music has led him to make beats on his own and perform as a DJ, mostly with vinyl. He worked for Early Bird Records & Melting Pot Music. In the age of 14 he started making music inspired by Madlib, Dilla & Knxwledge. PUK The musical journey of Christian Pugh (born in 1993) began at the age of seven on the drums. The Erkelenz-born musician quickly developed into a versatile artist who, in addition to drums, also masters piano, beatbox and composition. His debut album „Alt.Way“ (2022) marked an important milestone in his career. He worked with renowned music producers such as Mr. Wiz and Hulk Hodn. SHOT BY @urban_dreams_cologne

@sarahwild_music & @bryanokessler playing for FACTORY RADIO an exclusive Set for @dothetaboo | Full Episode on YouTube! SARAH WILD Once an infamous host for underground raves in Berlin, Sarah Wild is now a DJ and producer talent from Berlin. Her energetic sets oscillate between acid basslines and piano elements. Sarah has already released on Permanent Vacations, Feines Tier and her own label Midnight Operators. When she was a girl her father took her on tour with his surf-rock band. She grew up hanging out in backstages of clubs and venues all around Europe. Not only through this first touring experience Sarah was always surrounded by music. She learned saxophone and piano supported by her grandmother who is also a singing teacher. All her youth Sarah played in bands and was part of several jazz projects. Also her passion for electronic dance music developed at this time. Sarah was born and raised in Jena, a former east-German city who became popular for its delicate scene of electronic music. She quickly became part of it as a dancer and also started her first little projects as an artist. Sarah Wild started her solo project in 2016 and has been touring in Europe, Mexico, Panama, Guatemala and the USA. BRYAN KESSLER Bryan Kessler is the driving force behind Do The Taboo, a multifaceted record label and book publishing platform, as well as the owner of The Factory Cologne. With a rich history of underground releases on influential labels such as Cómeme, Innervisions, and Numbers, Kessler has carved out a unique space in both the music and literary worlds. His diverse portfolio spans several groundbreaking albums and books, showcasing his versatility and creative vision. Despite years of success, Kessler remains committed to the global scene, constantly touring and captivating audiences worldwide. Known for his distinctive blend of cowbells, spoken word, and percussive house music, he regularly graces the legendary Berghain/Panorama Bar, where he pushes the boundaries of live performance and sets the stage for unforgettable musical experiences. SHOT BY @urban_dreams_cologne

@christian_s_dj playing for FACTORY RADIO an exclusive Set for @dothetaboo | Full Episode on YouTube! CHRISTIAN S Christian S has been around since the mid 1990s, getting his education from the legendary Cologne house underground of that decade. Since then, sequencing his output elegantly scarce, Christian S has been injecting some intriguing rhythms into the dance world with Cómeme classics like Jagos (just read Ben UFO’s comments on it), the 2012 hit The Power of Now (which aptly never went off air since), and remixes for Philipp Gorbachev (Last Days Of The District) and Alejandro Paz (El House). SHOT BY @urban_dreams_cologne