Klockworks

Klockworks is the techno and minimal imprint run by Berlin DJ and producer Ben Klock. Closely associated with Berlin’s club-focused sound, the label is positioned around functional, DJ-oriented records that emphasize stripped-back rhythm, tight production, and a direct relationship to the dance floor.

As a curator, Klock has used Klockworks to present a consistent strain of contemporary techno, balancing minimal frameworks with heavier, driving material. The label’s identity is reflected in the roster of producers it has featured, including artists such as Shlomi Aber and Stef Mendesidis alongside newer names like Alarico, Temudo, and Kashpitzky. These releases collectively point to a sound that favors momentum and precision over crossover appeal, aligning the imprint with the aesthetics of modern European techno.

Based in Berlin, Klockworks also serves as an extension of Ben Klock’s work as a DJ, providing a platform for records designed for club play and for artists whose output fits that context. The label’s catalog, as represented by the available releases, highlights a mix of established and emerging producers, with contributors such as Roll Dann, Ribé, and Troy appearing alongside more widely recognized figures. Through this approach, Klockworks functions as both a personal label project and a focused outlet for a particular style of techno rooted in Berlin’s scene.