BergWacht

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In 2008, Denis Lihotzky and Max Keck noticed a void in the Cologne underground music scene. So the two friends decided to start a project with the aim to fill that void: to provide Cologne with a regular event, which focuses on Melodic Techno. As an ode to their homeland, the Oberbergischer Land, they named their event Bergwacht or “Mountain Rescue”, and began to host parties once a month in Cologne’s Artheater. Denis “Liho”, who not only manages its bookings, but is also Bergwacht’s resident DJ, programs each event with an eye for upcoming talent and an ear for extraordinary music. Bergwacht’...

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Catom @ BergWacht Artheater Cologne 27.03.2026 28.05.2026 2:45:59

The next recording from our BergWacht night at Artheater Cologne on March 27th is online! ✨ Here’s the opening set by Catom, who perfectly built up the energy for the night before Jan Taubmann took over. A beautiful journey through Melodic Techno. 🎶❤️

Jan Taubmann @ BergWacht Artheater Cologne 27.03.2026 17.05.2026 2:29:56

The next recording from our BergWacht night at Artheater Cologne on March 27th is online! ✨ Here’s the set by Jan Taubmann, who fully met our expectations with a beautiful atmosphere, powerful energy and a small touch of festival feeling throughout the journey. ❤️🎶 We’re very happy to share this mix with you – enjoy! Link in bio.

Klarabell b2b Liho @ Odonien Karnevalssamstag by BergWacht 14.02.2026 15.05.2026 2:10:15

The next recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! 🎭 Here’s the closing set by Klarabell b2b Liho. As always when these two join forces, expect a special blend of Melodic and Peaktime Techno with an extra touch of epic moments on top. ❤️🔥 Just like last year’s Karneval rave, they delivered a beautiful ending to the night together.

Fips @ BergWacht Odonien Karnevalssamstag 14.02.2026 16.04.2026 2:01:31

The next recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! 🎭 Here’s the set by our resident Fips, who played the 22:00–00:00 slot after Krachim, delivering a smooth mix of Techno, Melodic, Minimal and House – the perfect vibe to build up the night. 🎶✨

JuNi b2b Catom @ BergWacht Karnevalssamstag Odonien 14.02.2026 23.03.2026 1:56:35

The next recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! 🎭 Here’s the b2b set by JuNi and Catom, who played the 04–06 slot with a driving journey through Melodic Techno. They kept the energy high and pushed the night to the next level. ❤️🔥

Cosmic Dance @ BergWacht Karnevalssamstag Odonien 14.02.2026 18.03.2026 1:57:55

The next recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! 🎭 Here’s the set by Cosmic Dance, who played from 00–02 with a beautiful mix of Melodic Techno, Indie Dance and House. With this upload, we’re finally back on track and up to date with our recordings – more sets from this night will follow step by step! ❤️

Liho b2b Bernau @ BergWacht Resident Night Artheater Cologne 03.01.2026 08.03.2026 1:58:34

The next recording from our BergWacht Resident Night at Artheater Cologne (03.01.2026) is online! Here’s the b2b set by Liho and Bernau, who played the Peaktime slot from 2–4 AM with a powerful Peaktime Techno session. Liho fully adapted to Bernau’s forward-driving style, delivering a high-energy set from start to finish. ❤️🔥

Klarabell b2b Catom @ BergWacht Resident Night Artheater Cologne 03.01.2026 04.03.2026 1:47:14

The next recording from our BergWacht Resident Night at Artheater Cologne (03.01.2026) is online! Here’s the closing set by Klarabell b2b Catom, who took over the final slot of the night – a rare moment, as the closing is usually played by Liho. A beautiful journey through Melodic Techno, leading into powerful and epic final moments. ❤️🔥

Moloco @ BergWacht Resident Night Artheater Cologne 03.01.2026 02.03.2026 2:54:15

The next recording from our BergWacht Resident Night at Artheater Cologne (03.01.2026) is online! Here’s the 3-hour opening set by our new resident Moloco, marking his debut with a smooth blend of Melodic Techno, Indie Dance and House. 🎶✨

Klarabell b2b JuNi @ 17 Jahre BergWacht Artheater Cologne 24.10.2025 29.01.2026 1:41:11

The next recording from our 17 Years BergWacht celebration at Artheater Cologne is online! Here’s the b2b set by Klarabell b2b JuNi, who took over the basement after Mehr is Mehr and delivered a powerful Peaktime Techno journey. ❤️🔥

Liho b2b Max Blumen @ 17 Jahre BergWacht Artheater Cologne 24.10.2025 23.01.2026 2:02:32

The next recording from our 17 Years BergWacht celebration on October 24th, 2025 at Artheater Cologne is online! Here’s the closing set by Liho b2b Max Blumen (UnderDive) – a rare and special meeting, delivering a high-level b2b full of energy, depth and epic journey, enjoy ❤️🔥

Liho @ BergWacht Odonien Cologne 19.07.2025 16.01.2026 2:01:11

The next recording from our BergWacht event at Odonien on July 19th is online! Here’s the closing set by Liho, an epic journey with his unmistakable personal signature – emotional, driving, and full of atmosphere. ❤️🔥

Micha Nismus @ BergWacht Odonien Cologne 19.07.2025 23.12.2025 2:41:23

The next recording from our BergWacht event at Odonien on July 19th is online! Here’s the warmup set by Micha Nismus, who opened the night before Miss Melera with a smooth and elegant blend of Melodic Techno and House. 🎶✨

Liho @ BergWacht Odonien Cologne 06.06.2025 21.12.2025 2:27:24

Here’s the closing set by Liho on the DDR Floor, one of his special Odonien closings. A powerful journey through Melodic and Peaktime Techno, combined with the right amount of deepness and epic final moments. ❤️🔥

Green T @ BergWacht Odonien Cologne 06.06.2025 02.12.2025 3:02:41

The next recording from our BergWacht w/ Einmusik & Carbon LIVE event (06.06.2025) is online! Here’s the warmup set by Green T, who opened the night on the DDR Floor with a smooth blend of Melodic, House and Techno. 🎶✨ Enjoy! ❤️

Catom @ BergWacht Odonien Cologne 06.06.2025 27.11.2025 2:00:53

The next recording from our BergWacht w/ Einmusik & Carbon LIVE event (06.06.2025) is online! Here’s the set from our resident Catom, who took over right after Einmusik on the DDR Floor and delivered a beautiful Melodic Techno journey. 🎶✨ Enjoy! ❤️

Klarabell @ BergWacht Ladies Night Artheater 03.05.2025 26.11.2025 2:53:23

The next recording from our BergWacht Ladies Night (03.05.2025) is online! Here’s the 3-hour warmup set by Klarabell, who opened the night before SUZé took over. A beautiful and perfectly built warmup – just as we know it from her. 💜✨ Enjoy!

JuNi @ BergWacht Ladies Night Artheater 03.05.2025 25.11.2025 2:32:10

The next recording from our BergWacht Ladies Night (03.05.2025) is online! Here’s the closing set by JuNi, who took over the final slot of the night – a rare and special moment since she closed instead of Liho. A powerful and emotional ending to this all-female lineup with SUZé, Elotanz, Klarabell and JuNi. ❤️🔥 Enjoy!

Liho b2b Max Keck @ BergWacht Artheater Cologne 04.04.2025 24.11.2025 2:16:01

The next recording from our BergWacht w/ Extrawelt LIVE night (04.04.2025) is online! Here’s the closing set by Liho b2b Max Keck, who ended the night at Artheater Cologne with an intense and driving blend of Melodic & Techno sounds. ❤️🔥 Enjoy!

Henna @ BergWacht Odonien Karnevalssamstag 01.03.2025 23.11.2025 2:05:02

The last recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien (01.03) is online! 🎭 Here’s the closing set by Henna, who wrapped up the night in the Schienenhalle with a powerful and driving sound. ❤️🔥

Klarabell b2b Liho @ BergWacht Odonien Karnevalssamstag 01.03.2025 09.11.2025 2:32:04

The next recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! 🎭 Here’s the closing set from Klarabell b2b Liho, who ended the night on the DDR Floor with a full crowd and a powerful journey through Peaktime and Melodic Techno. ❤️🔥 Enjoy!

Fips @ BergWacht Odonien Karnevalssamstag 01.03.2025 12.10.2025 1:57:53

The next recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! This time it’s the opening set by our resident Fips, who started the night with a cool blend of Minimal Techno, Dub Techno and Melodic sounds. 🎶✨ Enjoy! ❤️

Max Keck @ BergWacht Odonien Karnevalssamstag 01.03.2025 09.10.2025 2:02:07

The first recording from our Karneval Saturday event at Odonien is online! Here’s the set from our resident Max Keck, who played the second slot from 00:00–02:00 at the DDR Floor – Melodic Techno at its best! 🎶🔥 Enjoy! ❤️

Catom b2b Liho @ BergWacht Artheater Cologne 03.01.2025 20.09.2025 2:43:26

The last recording from our Resident Night on January 3rd, 2025 is online! Here’s the closing set by Catom b2b Liho, who ended the night with a powerful journey full of energy. Enjoy! ❤️🔥

J. Althaus @ BergWacht Artheater Cologne 03.01.2025 09.09.2025 2:41:40

Another set from our Resident Night is online! 🚀 This time it’s the warmup set of J. Althaus, who opened the night with a deep and groovy vibe. Enjoy ❤️✨