FACT Mix 256: Nick Höppner

Often, FACT mixes are timed with an occasion, such as an artist’s new record. In the case of Nick Höppner, there’s no occasion needed.

Manager of one of Berlin’s most infamous record labels, Ostgut-Ton, Höppner may not always receive the same lavish praise as Ostgut artists Klock, Shed and Dettmann, but there’s an argument to be had that he’s the best of the bunch.

Höppner only releases sporadically but his records are always remarkable. 2009’s airy solo 12”, ‘Makeover’ is a classic in FACT’s books, and last year’s Brush Me Down EP isn’t far off.

He’s also a fantastic DJ, as anyone who’s download a previous Höppner podcast or witnessed him in a club will vouch for. His FACT mix, however, is slightly different: “more of a mixtape than a proper club mix”, as the man puts it.

“More often than not I’m listening to mixes and podcasts at work, in my kitchen or car and I find myself bored quickly when the mix sticks to one vibe/theme/atmosphere only, so I tried to mix it up”