Hypnotic Black Magic, based between Berlin and Lisbon, has become a defining figure in the deep techno circuit. As the visionary behind Art Bei Ton, a label, podcast, and event series, she’s been instrumental in shaping a more inclusive and experimental corner of the scene. With a taste rooted in hypnotic techno, ambient textures, and ritualistic rhythms, HBM’s sets are known for weaving loopy patterns, groovy basslines, and dreamlike atmospheres. From Tresor to VENT and beyond, she’s built a global reputation not just for her electrifying sets but for fostering spaces where FLINTA* and queer artists thrive. Through projects like Ambient Sleepers and events spanning New York to Seoul, she channels her DIY ethos into curating experiences that transcend music, offering cathartic moments for dancefloors worldwide.

Hypnotic Black Magic’s mix for Delayed seamlessly reflects her artistry. Over the course of an hour, she conjures a spellbinding atmosphere, opening with eerie female vocals and liquid basslines that ripple and shift like a mirage. The set takes on a nostalgic dimension, featuring some of her favorite tracks from the mid-2010s, proof that timelessness in techno isn’t about release dates but resonance. HBM delivers a technically flawless mix, creating a steady ascent that holds tension without ever feeling forced. This is hypnotic techno at its finest: immersive without excess, subtle yet captivating (I know, I know, this adjective is way overused nowadays, but it fits perfectly to describe this mix). Surrender to the mix; before you know it, the hour has slipped through your fingers.