CHRISTIAN AB / QUEST

Delete @ Jacob’s Market, Cardiff

Fri 20 Dec

Christian AB and Quest might not be household names just yet but are top of any bets as the next big breakthrough artists of the house and techno scene. Individually signed to Roof Booking, they’ve performed back-to-back at a number of recent gigs, including Oscuro’s Canal and Warehouse Party in London back in June and this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event, and will be doing so in Cardiff for promoters Delete.

It’s a lifestyle worth envying – touring the world, playing sought after records to huge crowds, partying with other DJs and producers. But both take careful pride in their track selection and are becoming increasingly known for rewriting the rulebook on what can and should be played in clubs. Both Christian and Quest are currently based in Berlin, but their musical roots start elsewhere. Quest grew up in Italy, before moving to London where he worked at record shop Vinyl Pimp. His love for cratedigging is reflected in his vast collection of records and eclectic selection, spanning everything from underground hip-hop to outré techno and UKG.

London native Christian AB was introduced to music from a very young age, influenced by memories of hearing his father play records ranging from disco to acid house. His early curiosity for music and vinyl was the catalyst for his journey to becoming a DJ and producer.

Listen to any of Quest or Christian AB’s mixes and you can sense the hours that have gone into finding and curating records. However, their track selection still feels unguarded and energetic, moving seamlessly between hip-hop, techno, minimal house and garage. Whilst each have their own distinctive sound, both artists are unified in their eagerness to break open the boundaries of club music and enjoy themselves whilst doing so. They’ve headlined parties across the globe, including legendary Club Der Visionaere in Berlin, and join forces for a four-hour B2B set at Delete’s Black Friday Christmas event. 

Support comes from residents Marc Parsons, Lee Graves and Matt Owen, as Delete approaches its 10th birthday celebrations in 2020. 

words FRANCESCA GARDNER

Tickets: £15. Info: facebook.com/deletecardiff