Answer Code Request
Patrick Gräser, better known as Answer Code Request, has carved out a distinctive nichein the techno landscape with his hybrid musical style. His innovative approach,characterized by a fusion of pad-driven harmonies, intricate breaks, and an industrialtone, has set him apart since his emergence on the esteemed Ostgut Ton label in 2012.
This breakthrough led to a prestigious residency at Berghain, further cementing hisinfluence in the scene. Gräser’s work, including various releases and remixes for notablelabels such as Ostgut Ton, MDR, Dolly Deluxe, and Monkeytown Records, has garneredwidespread acclaim.
Born in the East German town of Fürstenwalde, Gräser's musical roots were planted deepduring a transformative era marked by the fall of the Berlin Wall when he was just 9 yearsold. This period ignited his passion for diverse genres, ranging from hip-hop and acid toearly UK hardcore. Growing up alongside Marcel Dettmann and Marcel Fengler, heexplored Berlin’s dynamic post-reunification club scene. This varied and rich musicalenvironment, coupled with his early career as a carpenter, provided a broad palette ofinfluences that shaped his signature sound.
Gräser's journey from a forest workshop near his hometown to the forefront of techno ismarked by his wide-ranging musical tastes. His nights, spent mixing records from Hardwax and Delirium, contributed to the development of his characteristic sound, ablend that includes elements of jungle, drum 'n' bass, Detroit, IDM, and UK bass. Thisunique amalgamation of styles is evident in his early releases on Music Man and his ownACR imprint, showcasing a talent that transcends traditional techno boundaries.