"Berlin's music scene is enjoying a creative and economic boom: a turnover of over 1 billion € and increasing each year, over 1.000 bands, 1.300 DJs, plus hundreds of clubs & labels. Berlin's community is living what they love: performing, playing, producing and promoting music. The results are diverse, innovative, colorful and at your fingertips in this tasty sampler. These 18 tracks were selected by a panel of experts to pleasure your ears and open your eyes to current goings-on in Germany's capital. We hope you enjoy the mix! Put the needle to the record, hear it, feel it and let it move you."
Olaf "Gemse" Kretschmar, BMC Cluster Manager

"Compilations are only as good as the participating artists. listen to berlin offers an elegant mix of modern and innovative musicians adding to the soundtrack of Berlin."
Jens Balzer, Berliner Zeitung

"listen to berlin isn't a conventional compilation, but rather a way of drawing attention to Berlin's musical talent, within the music industry and outside it."
Christian Blumberg, Morr Music

"Berlin has massive creative potential and it shows in the broad spectrum of music om this compilation. listen to berlin is a great opportunity for musicians to gain international recognition."
Claudia Frentzel, Funkhaus Europa

"listen to berlin clearly shows the influence of the electronic movement on Berlin's music and also highlights the powerful independent scenes that coexist side by side. The combination of electro with oder genres such as World or dub reflects the crackling energy and diversity of the side."
Dimitri Hegemann, Tresor Berlin

"listen to berlin brings together the wealth of creativity that exists in the city right now. It's a great change for artists to attract attention and step into the spotlight."
Paulo Reachi, !K7 Records