AERA

Aera, the stage self of Ralf Schmidt is one of the best DJs, producer, and label owners in Germany. He has nearly two decades of experience, and is currently based between Berlin and Málaga. This DJ stands out for his productions, leading imprints like Innervisions, Permanent Vacation, Maeve, Hivern Discs, Afterlife, and Fabric London, while his label, Applied Magic, offers a platform for emerging artists. 

A passionate digger with a vast record collection, Aera’s sets is deeply immersed in the electronic culture and his constant search for the unusual. His album Versions reinterprets his own work alongside trip-hop and downtempo influences, demonstrating his versatile, artistic approach and the strong, atmospheric signature that sets him apart.