Culture Radio

Mesak (Tatu Metsätähti) hails from Turku, the birthplace of modern Finnish electronic music, and now resides in Helsinki. He has enjoyed a two-decade-plus career in some of the most fascinating nooks and crannies of the Finnish scene, from clubs to galleries and in various groups as well as a solo act. Today, Mesak locks into the Operator studio for fast electro and beyond. www.operator-radio.com

Rotterdam based Ofra has been active in the city’s music scene for years. She loves sharing her music in any setting, whether through an intimate radio show or a steamy nightclub set. A lover of Wave, New Beat, EBM, Acid, and Synthpop, she also holds a special place for Punk and Shoegaze. Over the years, Ofra has developed a rich musical palette as both a DJ and music curator. Her eyes and ears ar...

Inspired by late-night dancefloors and early-morning comedowns, it sits in that in-between space where energy and reflection come together. A deep dive into darker club sounds, with moments of warmth and euphoria woven in throughout. www.operator-radio.com

Sally enjoys moving through techno, breaks, bass-driven sounds and trance textures, building playful and rhythm-focused sets. Expect hypnotic grooves and tribal atmospheres. www.operator-radio.com

A journey through various styles of records bought on recent travels. Brand new releases and 2nd hand finds. www.operator-radio.com

Yucky & Solock team up for an exclusive b2b set. Playing the hottest electronic club tracks from bubbling to hard house. www.operator-radio.com

One hour of girls talk about dating, love, sex, and the soundtrack to it all. www.operator-radio.com

Gisteren weer een dag is a two-hour, hand picked, vinyl only morning show that guides you through your Monday grogginess. (for morning snugglers only) www.operator-radio.com

Dazzling and bedazzled film scores of this year so far. www.operator-radio.com

Rotterdam-based Stevie likes to keep it simple: Paint-vinyl-tattoo-eat-sleep-repeat. She expresses herself through her collection of music (with a particular interest in vinyl) as a new dimension to her visual work (tattooing/illustrating). Having a wide range of interests and genres, she will play everything from heavy-hitting techno tracks to soft ambient sounds… www.operator-radio.com

Before we go out, we hang out and dance to these songs to get energized. www.operator-radio.com

Step into a sonic journey that bridges past and present, from the raw energy of the 90s underground to today’s cutting-edge electronic soundscapes. Expect everything from club-shaking rhythms to experimental textures that push the boundaries of what electronic music can be. It’s a ride through nostalgia and discovery, where timeless beats meet futuristic sounds. www.operator-radio.com

Read-Only Memory. Reboot your spirit with a sonic morning shower consisting of ambient landscapes, recordings, conversations, and simple beats.

Monthly 1 hr of Pure Venom by DJ Shahmaran www.operator-radio.com

'In The Gold Dust Rush' is a 2 hour show focused on the guitar driven, dubby and experimental sounds that aren't suitable for a Birds club set. With a history of being in guitar bands, Birds is no stranger to this music and her love for it runs deep. You can expect everything from shoegaze, to wave, to avant-garde pop and more. www.operator-radio.com

Funkyard is a collective of DJs, vinyl connoisseurs, and event organizers specializing in the genres of afro, high-life, dub, disco, Latin, jazz, funk, boogie, and hip hop. Tune in live! www.operator-radio.com

Deniz Hakman mixing under the reddit born (user)name Awyn1000. Lover of vast landscapes and sad stories, into folk (naturally). Decidedly undecided on genre, depends on how words are hitting that day. Ain't much but it's honest work (a win). www.operator-radio.com

Expect uptempo rhythms and half time bass lines, instrumentals and vocals, with elements of Memphis rap, Dirty South, ghetto house, bass, and dubstep. www.operator-radio.com

a new chapter unfolds in the back alleys of chiba city — enter at your own risk to witness the blue devils & alternative sounds of the surreal, the spirit, and the fantasy www.operator-radio.com

People sometimes speak of something that happens frequently as happening 'ever so often'. But when something happens only occasionally, it happens every so often. Ever so often is a monthly show at Operator by Samira, drawn to bass and breaks that carry a quiet tension. www.operator-radio.com

FOCUS Luisterradio aims to bring listening sessions to your personal listening (head)space. For this special show, Nuria features a guest mix by Argentinian artist PiWi. PiWi is the stage name of Buenos Aires-based DJ and performance artist Vero López Olivera, who combines her work in sound design for theatre productions with mixing a blend of techno, acid and Latin American rhythms in the undergr...

From the colorful streets of Rotterdam, Phillintheblanks, an artist of Surinamese/Cape Verdean heritage, embodies the mix of cultures and rhythms. His identity knows no bounds, reflecting the diverse tunes within. Inspired by his environment, his musical journey started with shared moments, sparking a love for various sounds and cultures. www.operator-radio.com

As a deejay Franky Sticks has been rocking crowds at clubs, and festivals for over 5 years and is known for his ability to incorporate turntablism into his sets. Franky is also a member of Rotterdam's very own Re:Freshed Orchestra. www.operator-radio.com

Third Ground is a monthly sonic space curated by Ezri Jade, where diasporic experiment is the (only) common ground. Expect electronic selections that move between root and future. For this episode, Prance takes over the decks. www.operator-radio.com

OatMilk’s upcoming performance on Operator Radio is set to be a masterclass in atmospheric depth, blending vast, emotional soundscapes with a heavy, grounding low-end. The set promises to be a journey through wide-reaching textures, where massive atmospheres meet a deep bass foundation that resonates through the listener. The performance will showcase a seamless fusion of rhythmic structures, navi...