top of page

09.04 | SPOTLIGHT: AKEMIÖ GREY

Youssef Hartane, known artistically as Akemiö Grey, has been an active member in Amsterdam’s nightlife. Besides an artist, he is the head honcho of the concept ‘Dreamphase’, which he currently exposes in Oosterbar and through streams on Red Light Radio. On top of that you may know him from Veldwerk initiative where known musicians meet and uncover new artists by letting them take charge in an intimate, sound-loving setting.


Youssef has quite an ear-catching music presence as his style whirls around trance, techno & rougher, with selected tracks often having melancholic strings or pads, making one relate the sound of 90s classics. Make no mistake, modern audio finesse is also a part of his collection, which in combination with the latter creates a peculiar, ravy yet explosive feeling.


Youssef has performed under his alias Akemiö Grey in BRET several times, including a hardcore special & our latest party concept Daycare. His differently successful approach to electronic music left a grand impression in the hearts of our employees and crowd, naturally sustaining a good relationship ensuring his return for more appearances.

Ahead of navigating a live-stream in BRET today, we asked our dear guest a few questions to let you like the person behind these sets as much as we do.



(Akemiö Grey during the first edition of Daycare)


What would you consider to be among your biggest musical inspirations?


I get inspiration from DJs that I know personally. Its inspirational to see a journey someone goes to and to have background info. It is also comforting to have a chat about someones set afterwards and just have nerd talk about labels, DJs, nightclubs and general music history.

I have been a fan from Michiel Gardner quite a while. He is of course most know from his stream skills, but he is an excellent DJ too, with a very wide vision in sound. When I first heard a set he played at Rararadio with 90s acid trance and techno, I was surprised many tunes were in my collection too. I did not know people that had a similar taste in sound.

So for me a logical step was joining forces, the idea was already there but after 2 years Oosterbar asked us to host an event and Dreamphase was born!


How could you comment on BRET’s setting, having played different styles, from italo & funky to hardcore? Do you have a favorite moment in our venue?


BRET's setting has been surprising with different vibes every time I played there.


The hardcore special with DJ Promo was absolute madness. Did not know what to expect before the night started, but it turned out to be a sweaty mess from the start till the end.

I played after Gysele who started the night and the room was already packed with all my best friends in the front, it felt like I was raving myself rather than I was DJing!


Also the last Daycare was quite surprising. I got up early to have a champagne brunch with friends and around noon I was already tipsy and ready to party haha. A smooth blend of a after crowd and fresh daytime ravers. My goal was to play a deep space techno set, but after 45 minutes I just pushed the power button and I ended up playing clubtrance, eurohouse and happy rave, and I got a nice reaction from the crowd.


(Hear his set from Daycare)




What are your current initiatives and plans in the industry, taking in the tough times society is going through?


I take this happening from day to day, for now the safety of people is more important than anything else. I am also working as a health care taker, so i take the precautionary measures very seriously.


Our next Dreamphase was planned in June but I did not want to wait until the first of June if I might be able to rave again or not. So I pulled the plug on that one.

We planned another edition in October during ADE and one in December. A few gigs have been postponed to after the summer but let’s see what happens next!

I am still buying music on Discogs and happy to be playing at BRET's livestream, another one at the Crane (NDSM) next week, and making plans for own stream hostings. Hopefully more will follow soon!


Lastly, what mood can we expect you to set during Thursday’s live-stream?


I will play a nostalgia set with some spacy elements and a hint to the (Italian) eurodance heydays.


8 Comments


Dash2 Geometry
Dash2 Geometry
2 days ago

Get ready to tap, jump, and groove through chaos! Geometry Dash turns rhythm into a challenge as you guide a cube through high-speed levels synced perfectly with pulse-pounding music.

Like

C Jordi
C Jordi
6 days ago

Akemiö Grey always brings the unexpected—can’t wait to dive into those nostalgic, spacey eurodance vibes on the livestream! I found a good ai logo maker online. In a dimly lit rock venue pulsing with hardcore energy, an elite gaming team gathers at their favorite underground sound club. More than just champions in the arena, they’ve built a bold identity around a custom logo, designed with sleek geometric angles that demand attention. Their branding blends the raw edge of streaming culture with the chaos and rhythm of heavy music. Nearby, a unique wedding ceremony is unfolding—two souls united not just in love, but in their shared passion for gaming, art, and sound.

Like

Aaron
Aaron
Jul 09
Like

No one warned me that Sprunki Incredibox would be so addicting! I’m literally making beats all day long.

Like

Starzino Nederland biedt een premium online casino-ervaring op maat voor Nederlandse spelers. Met een ruime keuze aan gokkasten, tafelspellen en live dealers is het geschikt voor zowel casual spelers als doorgewinterde gokkers. De site ondersteunt Starzino casino Nederlandse betaalmethoden zoals iDEAL en garandeert veilige, snelle transacties. Spelers kunnen profiteren van royale welkomstbonussen en regelmatige promoties. Of je nu aan de rollen draait of je pokervaardigheden test, Starzino garandeert een eerlijke en spannende spelomgeving. Geniet van 24/7 ondersteuning en mobiele toegang bij Starzino Nederland – waar de spanning nooit stopt.

Like

OPENING HOURS

MON: Closed 

TUE: 12:00 - 21:00 (drinks & snacks)

 WED: 12:00 - 21:00 (drinks & snakcs)

 THU: 12:00 - 23:00 (dinner & bites)

 FRI: 12:00 - 23:00 (dinner & bites)

SAT: Club Service / Closed

SUN: Club Service / Closed

Check our club agenda for our upcoming events

For group reservations opening hours might be flexible, please contact us to inquire.

BRET AMSTERDAM B.V.

KVK: 67652573 • VAT: NL857111176B01 •

IBAN: NL06 TRIO 0197 9891 52

Orlyplein 76, 1043 DP Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tel: ‎+31 85 060 0060

Disclaimer                    Lost & Found                    ©2023 by BRET Amsterdam                    House Rules club / restaurant & Doorpolicy

bottom of page