Kraftwerk Berlin, the massive former power station in the heart of Berlin, known for its raw industrial architecture and towering concrete interiors dedicated to forward-thinking electronic music events, is set to host yet another unforgettable event. The Infinite Now, a collaboration between Berlin Atonal and Unsound, will run continuously for 30 hours straight, reshaping how audiences engage with sound, space, and time.
The Infinite Now is not a typical event with a classical time format. The program stretches throughout two days, from Saturday evening through Sunday night without interruption. More than 20 artists are set to perform across the event’s full duration, fostering a continuous sonic environment rather than a sequence of isolated, disconnected sets. A great example of a curated effort to follow a well-fed, coherent narrative.
What makes The Infinite Now stand out in Berlin, one of the most forward-thinking scenes in the world, is its approach towards resting and sleeping. Beds, hammocks, and soft listening areas will be part of the installations throughout the venue, allowing attendees to sleep inside the space. Here, sleep is not a break from the music. It is treated as part of the listening process itself. Although it’s unclear whether there is any protection or privacy while you sleep, to ensure you are not disturbed or robbed. Also unclear is whether there are any rules around these beds, such as a one-person limit.
The concept of an extended event aims to shift the focus away from peak-time moments. Instant, short-lived rewards are not the goal here. Instead, the project aims for a long-form experience where attention, fatigue, and the user’s immersion evolve. Attendees can drift between stages of attention and energy, reshaping the entire experience.
Berlin Atonal & Unsound Festival: Dream-like collaboration
This approach sits firmly within the legacy of Berlin Atonal. Since its birth and revival, the festival has focused on the intersection of sound art and experimental electronic music. It has also strived to go beyond standard club formats, delivering works and curating experiences that exist between the space that contains both performance and exhibitions.
Unsound Festival, the other half collaborating, brings a similar, avant-garde mindset. Unsound has built a reputation for presenting electronic music in unconventional contexts, prioritizing concept-driven programming over everything.
The Infinite Now runs May 16–17. In an industry defined by intensity and immediacy, this project moves in the opposite direction. Slowing everything down while inviting listeners to stay inside the music.
Get your tickets for The Infinite Now here