In the heart of Offenbach, where the city’s pulse synchronizes with the beat of the night, stands the illustrious Robert Johnson Club.
For a quarter of a century, it has stood as a bastion of sonic exploration, a sanctuary for those who seek solace in the rhythm, and a beacon of inspiration for the global electronic music community. As it proudly raises its glass to toast 25 years of unrivaled musical excellence, the echoes of countless memories reverberate through its storied halls.
To honor this landmark anniversary, Live at Robert Johnson presents a kinda like masters blueprint of sound: ‘Tell Me Something Good – 25 Years of Famous When Dead!’ This compilation, aptly named after the club’s mantra, serves not only as a celebration of its rich history but also as a testament to the enduring legacy of the artists who have graced its stage. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each track on the compilation is a sonic journey unto itself—a symphony of beats and melodies that weave together to tell the story of Robert Johnson’s evolution over the past quarter-century. From the pulsating rhythms of underground techno to the ethereal melodies of deep house, the compilation encapsulates the club’s eclectic spirit and unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of electronic music.
But beyond the music lies something deeper—an intangible energy that permeates every aspect of Robert Johnson’s existence. It’s the sense of camaraderie that binds together the club’s patrons and artists alike, the shared experience of losing oneself in the music, and the profound sense of belonging that transcends language and culture. As the compilation reverberates through the speakers, it serves as a rallying cry—a call to arms for all who have ever felt the transformative power of music. It’s a reminder that, even in the darkest of times, there is beauty to be found in the simple act of coming together and losing oneself in the rhythm of the night.
So let us raise our voices in celebration of Robert Johnson Club and the indelible mark it has left on the world of electronic music. Here’s to 25 years of passion, creativity, and “something good” that will echo through the ages for generations to come.
TRACKLIST: Vinyl:
A1 New Hook – Lebenskonzept Perfektion
A2 Innere Tueren & Map.Ache – XXII (The Goodbye)
A3 Curses – In Dissaray
A4 Mano Le Tough – Keep Noddin’
B1 Skelesys – Synesthetic Serenade
B2 Rebolledo – Alright Pingüino Rodriguez
B3 Moderna Y Theus Mago – Amor de Verano
C1 Massimiliano Pagliara – Get Moving
C2 Man Power – Unbekannt
C3 DJ Oyster – House Of Bookla (Gerd Janson Remix)
D1 Lydia Eisenblätter – It doesn’t Stop
D2 Alinka – Light Tunnel 8
D3 DC Salas – A Journey
E1 Llewellyn – High5, Twenty5
E2 Benjamin Fröhlich – Perfectly (Version Pour Offenbach)
E3 Peter Invasion & Gregor Habicht – Kasalina
F1 Kalexis – Pulsar Radio Star
F2 Adana Twins feat. Jence – Neue Realität
F3 Oskar Offermann – Live Forever
G1 Robert Dietz – Deny The Flaw
G2 Cromby – Lost Tool
G3 Odopt – Gristlecut
H1 Kadosh feat. Tony Y Not & Common Occupation – Wake Up
H2 Ali Schwarz – Tougana
H3 Current Location – Terrace Dub Tool
I1 HCL – RIV
I2 Irakli – Infinite Errors
I3 RKJVK – Memory Lane
J1 Ludwig A.F. – Sky
J2 Shubostar – First Children
J3 Jennifer Touch – Shiver (Robert Johnson)
Digital Only:
Boys’ Shorts – Hug Me
Cinthie – Roberta Johnson
Cyrk – Night Watchers
Panthera Krause – Dents Du Midi
Michael Mayer – Prantocox
Jorkes – All The Time
Laura BCR – YORU
Lea – Neonlicht
Maya Evers – Hypno
Speaking Minds – The Perfect Deal
Sexy Lazer – Good Night!
There are also a few dates left for the LARJ 25th Anniversary Tour, which can link in well with the article. I have listed below and more are being confirmed right now:
21.09. Badaboum, Paris
12.10. Bürro, Mainz
21.11 Florence
22.11 Milan
23.11. Basic, Naples
6.12 Jena
