Techno Takeover
Phillips after 5
Join us for the 2nd Annual Phillips after 5: Techno Takeover. Developed in collaboration with artist, DJ, and music historian Adrian Loving, this dynamic celebration of techno music culture features a special homage to world-renowned Detroit electronic music pioneer Carl Craig. Don’t miss this monumental music event.
- DJ Darling Cool spins a vibey mix of ambient, electronic, and deep techno tracks.
- New York-based live ensemble N/uM performs a thrilling set of original electronic compositions.
- Watch a special encore screening of Desire: The Carl Craig Story (2025)
- Techno-Makers Workshop: Save your spot for a hands-on session exploring creative music-making, sampling, and rhythmic sound patterns with producer Adrian Loving.
- Stop by the Byrdland Records pop-up shop for an exclusive selection of electronic and techno gems from Detroit and beyond.
- Techno Trivia: The first 15 guests to name a famous techno sample used in a hip-hop or dance music track will receive one complimentary ticket to an upcoming party at the renowned DC dance club Flash.
IMAGE: Irene Rice Pereira, Transversion, 1946, Ceramic fluid, porcelain cement, oil paint on two planes of corrugated glass mounted on hardboard and wood, 13 1/2 x 15 3/4 in., The Phillips Collection, Acquired 1949
Desire: The Carl Craig Story film
N/uM
Darling Cool
Techno Workshop
Byrdland Records pop-up
