LINE UP 2025
LINE UP 2025
NENE H
Everything about Nene H depicts the unexpected. Whether she’s sprinkling trap into a peak-time techno set, or obliterating Berghain in her bridal gown—just when you think you’ve managed to box Beste Aydin Muasya in, she throws a curveball that hits you square in the face. In the ten years since relocating to Berlin, the Turkish-born DJ has become a powerhouse of the city’s evolving underground identity—blazing a trail for SWANA, Muslim, queer, and female representation in a scene which has historically overlooked them. Her transcendental sets are the result of an all-consuming infatuation with music, built upon the foundations of the Azerbaijani and Turkish sounds she grew up on, and filtered through the prodigal prowess for classical piano she honed at Stuttgart’s State Conservatory. Serving up truculent techno, Turkish-German Hip-Hop, and lashings of booty-bouncing ghetto-house, she demonstrates an inexplicable aptitude for genre-jumping, and makes it make sense. But however eclectic Nene H’s sonic identity, her motives are unwavering. Her presence is unapologetic, and her uncompromising commitment to uplifting marginalised communities in club culture persists throughout each of her endeavours. With "Sirän“—the Istanbul-based collective she co-founded in 2022— Aydin hosts parties and workshops that centre the city’s QTBIPOC community, in an ongoing effort to nurture its homegrown scene. And with her non-profit label Umay, launched in 2023, Nene H extends her efforts to provide tangible support for emerging queer and SWANA producers.
SURF2GLORY
Sanaz and Galleur—Berlin’s finest operatives, moonlighting as office sirens behind the decks. Repping Club Heart Broken since day one , Surf 2 Glory deliver high-speed euphoria through a whirlwind of Organ House, Speed Garage, and Vocal House. With the chaotic charm of a lesbian Ernie and Bert, they turn every set into a boardroom coup—too wild to be managed, too sexy to work: they dismantle the whole system. Their mixes aren’t just dancefloor magic—they’re a call to collectivize the rave. If the means of production won’t seize themselves, at least the bassline will.
AKA KELZZ
From the vibrant streets of Birmingham, UK, to the pulsating heart of Berlin, Aka Kelzz (they/them) has evolved into a captivating act weaving a tapestry of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics. Aka Kelzz's voice, a blend of velvety warmth and raw emotion, serves as the anchor of the music, transporting the listener into a realm of vulnerability and introspection. Kelzz's music is a wonderful blend of neo-soul, lo-fi and urban pop with a hint of their Jamaican heritage. Aka Kelzz is becoming increasingly well-known in Berlin and internationally. Support from artists such as Pip Millet (2022), Madison Mcferrin (2022), Shay Lia (2023) and Kaleo Sansaa (2023) has helped the up and coming act to incredible opportunities. The music is a testament to Kelzz's unwavering authenticity, a bold self-expression that has earned them a loyal fan base and critical acclaim. With its captivating sound and heartfelt messages, Kelzz is well on their way to becoming a beacon of hope and inspiration, reminding us that vulnerability is not a weakness, but a strength that connects us all.
VERA MORO
Vera Moro (she/her), a dynamic and queer Brussels-based DJ and performer, weaves her diverse musical background into mesmerizing performances that transcend genres. Hailing from Verona, Italy, and having spent formative years in Chile before settling in Brussels, Vera seamlessly blends guaracha, latincore, breakbeat, hardgroove, and progressive trance in her sets. Passionate about using music for decolonization and queer expression, Vera is a driving force in Brussels' flourishing queer scene. As a co-founder of Viciosa and resident DJ for Deep Down East and Queer Future Club, she actively collaborates with queer organizations across Europe, working towards creating safer and more inclusive spaces in the nightlife scene.
LYDO
Lydo is a Filipino-born Vietnamese-American sound artist. As a resident DJ of BASEMENT NY, their distinctive sets explode the parameters of techno, deftly cutting across genres while retaining a highly personal emotional resonance. Whenever Lydo plays, it’s best to leave your expectations at the door and simply prepare for an unexpected array of sonic thrills, ranging from visceral and grooving to mind-bendingly experimental. A non-binary trans artist themselves, Lydo launched X-TRA.SERVICES to serve and create space for queer, trans, and nonbinary people of color.
RAG
"I've always wanted to infuse something queer into what I do, from my DJ sets to artistic direction." I love welcoming people and getting them to dance, just as I love bringing a dancefloor to life, whether I'm behind the decks or in the artistic direction. That’s what makes me different from other DJs or event organizers. » DJ, producer, organizer, programmer, artistic director... Rag learned the meaning of celebration, how to dance and make people dance, alongside the gay community when she was still a teenager. "I didn't imagine myself as a DJ yet, but more as a party organizer. I've always needed to create a chosen family. That’s what slowly led me to organizing parties. This need to make people dance and fight for my community. » The revelation came with her meeting the few pioneering women DJs of the Parisian techno scene. "Little by little, I started meeting people and making a name for myself in the clubbing scene. It was at Pulp that I felt the energy of electroclash head-on. I kept that slightly dark and gritty touch in my sets, like a guitar riff. » That was the spark. She threw herself into organizing parties and joined the lesbian collective Barbi(e)turix in 2008, infusing it with new energy and making Wet For Me a European reference in the Parisian queer scene, inviting the biggest names from the international scene. Alongside Barbi(e)turix and staying true to her activism, she programmed the stage at the Pride March, which brought together 30,000 people at Place de la République in Paris, imprinting an electro and techno twist for four years in a row. She also collaborated with many venues like La Gaîté Lyrique, Le Cabaret Sauvage, La Cité Fertile, and Le Sucre, offering a wide variety of events. She also increased her number of DJ sets, viewing each one as a challenge that pushed her out of her comfort zone. Equally at ease in clubs or at festivals, she’s a resident at Badaboum and the Rinse France radio station, and has also played at Nuits Sonores, Cape Town Music Electronic Festival, We Love Green, Rex Club, Peacock Society, Sucre, as well as in Berlin, London, and New York. She excels in techno, dark disco, and post-punk, always maintaining her unshakable enthusiasm.
KARNE KULTURE
Karne Kulture is a Spanish collective of electronic music DJs and promoters founded in 2019 and composed by Mena G, Orfigyal and Tina. They began organizing local parties in Madrid and inviting various artists from the national and international scene, with an ideological commitment to making the night a safer space; trying to eradicate, manage and raise awareness of any form of violence beyond physical violence and especially violence against FLINTA* people. From the start they wanted to create an eclectic space from which to mix different genres and styles, connecting with an audience interested in breaking boundaries and creating a more unified and egalitarian scene transversally.
KOTTILESBEN
Kottilesben is a queer art collective based in Berlin, dedicated to amplifying voices of queer artists. We firmly believe that visibility is the most powerful way to overcome prejudice and change perspectives. To allow so, we aim to bridge the gap between the queer community and a wide-reaching audience. This is how we forge a powerful platform where queer culture and creativity claim their rightful place in the cultural landscape. This year, Kottilesben are bringing creativity, connection, and celebration to Queer Ranch Festival! They will design the stunning main DJ booth, transforming it into a vibrant, queer wonderland. They are also hosting„Cuddle Up With Kottilesben“, a playful way for festival-goers to connect by leaving sweet messages for each other. In addition, Kottilesben will curate the Queer Ranch Party, showcasing a few incredible pieces from queer artists. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with art, music, and new connections! Let me know if this is fine or you need anything else! Kottilesben’s very own Rena Sensa, also known as Sensual Spice, brings duality to her artistry. Her sound is rooted in intention, always seeking connection through movement in natural rhythms, offering space for empowerment, confidence, self-expression, and emotional release. As Sensual Spice, she delivers genre-fluid, playful sets full of soulful melodies, vibrant surprises, and infectious rhythms — all aimed at sparking joy and high energy on the dancefloor. At Queer Ranch, she returns in full Spice mode: serving up bouncy, feel-good house with a cheeky twist
ALEX PERERA
Alex Perera has been in love with music in its different variations since childhood, forming selection of rhythms and melodies that make the body move. In 2022 he finished school in Kyiv, Ukraine, and together with friends founded a serie of LGBTQIA+ events Stezhka, becoming the first resident of the formation. In his mixes, Alex flirts with the listeners with a single stream of hypnotic waves of techno, trance, acid and progressive, luring them into an exciting journey to freedom through the depths of their own desires.
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SENSUAL SPICE
Kottilesben’s very own Rena Sensa, also known as Sensual Spice, brings duality to her artistry. Her sound is rooted in intention, always seeking connection through movement in natural rhythms, offering space for empowerment, confidence, self-expression, and emotional release. As Sensual Spice, she delivers genre-fluid, playful sets full of soulful melodies, vibrant surprises, and infectious rhythms — all aimed at sparking joy and high energy on the dancefloor. At Queer Ranch, she returns in full Spice mode: serving up bouncy, feel-good house with a cheeky twist.
SNACK2SNACK
Chriss and Sophia, known as Snack2Snack, are a DJ duo from Berlin who met at the Queer Ranch festival two years ago. What began as a chance encounter quickly revealed a deeper connection—not just through their Greek heritage, but in their shared values and love for music. With a refined selection of house and tech house, they have merged their individual tastes to curate energetic sets that blend driving rhythms and powerful bass lines.
TAMARR
TAMARR (she/they) is a DJ and music producer with roots in the DIY punk scene. From playing in underground bands, she now crafts music for both the club and the soul. Known for blending genres with playful intensity, her go-to sound leans toward quirky, bouncy techno, hard groove, and electro - all with uplifting, joyful and inspiring vibe. This year, TAMARR returns to DJ, perform some of her own productions live, and once again take care of the QR sound system.
PEPIITA
Pepiita’s creativity is boundless, but music is truly her passion. Raised in Bordeaux, she moved to Paris early in her career after studying film, but soon found her calling in the underground electronic music scene. A resident DJ at Spectrumwaves, Barbi(e)turix and Rosa Bonheur, she is also the co-founder of the Queer Ranch Festival in Lesbos. Pepiita champions freedom and inclusivity on the dancefloor. Her infectious energy fuels her dark disco sets, which flirt with hard house and rave, leading you on an unforgettable journey across miles of dancefloor. Get ready—her sense of fun is unstoppable.
MINIMA GESTE
Paëlla or Cassoulet ? Why choosing with Minima Gesté who mixes Catalan beauty and good mood from the south of France. (Also she was an Olympic torch bearer at Paris 2024). She will be the MC of Queer Ranch Festival this year, as well as our Bingo host.
GiNa
GiNa loves music, therapy, Eresos and cats. When not in therapy sessions, she turns to music to express, connect and create atmospheres, moving through various moods and sonic landscapes. As a guitarist, she joined the all-female bands Katrin the Thrill and Someone Who Isn’t Me (SWIM), with whom she performed countless live shows throughout the years, contributing to female visibility in the greek indie scene. As a DJ, she has always been part of the Athenian lesbian community by playing in numerous bars, organising parties, and introducing some of her favourite genres (electro, indie, italo, techno) to the lesbian and queer crowd. Visiting Eresos since almost a child, she has always had the same vision: people dancing together in a glorious, euphoric, rhythmic circle - like a coven, but with way better music.
ROBERTA MARQUES
Award-winning filmmaker, showrunner, and visual artist Roberta Marques is known for blending visuals, music, narrative, and performance. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, she was an active VJ in Amsterdam’s club scene, performing at legendary venues like Paradiso, Melkweg, and the iconic Pussy Lounge party. After years devoted to fiction films and drama series, working as a writer, director, producer, and occasionally behind the camera, Roberta had the honor of making her VJ comeback at the Queer Ranch Festival 2024. For QRF 2025, she will bring her signature fusion of cinematic storytelling and immersive, high-energy visuals. Splitting her time between the Netherlands and Brazil, Roberta continues to push the boundaries of cinema, visual art, and live performance, constantly exploring new creative directions while staying rooted in the classics.
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HARD FEMME
East-London based DJ and multidisciplinary artist HARD FEMME HARDWARE (she/her) has been a mainstay of the London queer scene in her various guises for many years. Having headed up cult dyke night It's Female Trouble at Dalston Superstore, she is now currently in the midst of a four-part residency at Threads Radio, (+44) Dykecore: a mix series documenting and celebrating the new wave of UK lesbian culture. Expect cvnty club classics and sapphic techno from this scene icon.
RACHEL POTTER
Rachel Potter: From break beat to minimal to classic melodic house. Immersive, high-energy sets at Brighton Pride, underground techno doofs in forests north of Sydney, sweaty nights in Berlin and Manchester. Rachel’s sound moves across genres. Under the stars on a beach in Greece or deep in a basement rave, her sets celebrate connection and release on the dancefloor.
GVG LOU
aka Eleni Papalitsa, is a multidisciplinary artist based in Berlin. She use performance, music, and intallative gestures in order to speak about and trace mass culture, pop currents and working class socio-political theses and aesthetics. Her work is based on ways of breaking, or dismantling systematic, patriarchal or canonised ideas and ideals, related to identity. Her projects aim on queering the masculine south subculture (resonating with both Mediterranean and Balkan references) and along, its connotations, semantics, visibility. Most of her research and artistic outcomes are utilising the figure of “Kagouras” as a means and a vessel to popularise the lifestyle, ethics, fashion, financial status and vernaculars of this community. However, there is a certain cynicality and critical approach in the ways Papalitsa looks at the male dominated world. By feminising a domain occupied by men figures, she thinks through queer, “as a political domain, that goes beyond the quagmire of the present” to quote the words of the queer, political scholar Jose Esteban Munoz.
ELENI
Coming from Sydney/Athens/now Eresso.. organising events and djing at bars, clubs, beach parties for over two decades. From Electronica to indie pop, punk or rock, including 80's 90's. Depends which way the wind blows !
