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Playing music from an all-vinyl source is an essential element of life at Electric Eel. We take this seriously. After all, the record decks are an integral part of our bar‘s interior design, and that was absolutely on purpose. Some notice this almost immediately, others never do. And, honestly, why should a guest care if Steely Dan “Do It Again” is played from a perfectly remastered digital service, or from the crackly, worn-out piece of second hand vinyl that‘s been floating around the Eel for years?
Many times the changing of the record, or the flipping of the record, is done by the bartenders themselves - most awkwardly right in the middle of trying to knock out a drink order that includes two cappuccinos, two whiskey sours, a dry martini and some arrangement of craft beers from taps 1-4. Other times, guests who sit in the DJ area put on what looks like (to them) an interesting record; many times Craig enjoys a couple of drinks (and to his sublime amusement) lets the group gathered experience his collection of country records and psychedelic Grateful Dead workouts.
But on nights when the Eel turns magical, time becomes elastic, when the vibes are at their best and the atmosphere is filled with laughter and curiosity, it’s the work of our DJ crew and their supreme knowledge and eager quest to find rare but outstanding paths to sonic glory, stringing together seemingly disparate tracks, hinged by elements held within. So, here is our tribute to all of those who provide so much more than just „Hintergrundmusik vom Originaltonträger“, as GEMA puts it, to the Eel.
So drink up, and listen up, too.
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Each of the sets below were submitted to us by our DJs as a representation of themselves and what a would-be guest might experience should they happen to walk in on a night when they are behind the decks. In tribute, our lead bartender, Hannes Schmitt has crafted a drink for each of them.
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DJ Stean
TOKYO DRIFTER
Full & Zesty
Gin, Yuzu Sherbet, Chamomile, Ginger Beer
DJ Chris Cacavas
OLD SOUL
Bold & Spicy
Tequila, Saffron, Kurkuma, Orange, carrot, chili, soda
DJ Pater Jaoa
DEEZ COCONUTS
Rich & Fresh AF
Rum, Coconut, Stracciatella, Mint, Lime, Soda
DJ Enkidu
RASPY ROZEZ
Fresh & Floral
Pisco, Raspberry, Rose, Lime, Floral Spices
DJ Johannes Fleck
SMOKY THRASHER
Tropical & Tasty
Mezcal, Falernum, Pineapple, Almond, Lime, Tiki Bitters
DJ Sebastian Heck
MISO LONELY
Round & Fruity
Scotch, Apricot, White Miso, Sesame, Caramel, Sandalwood
DJ Magnus Sauer
UP NORTH
Herbal & Nordic
Aquavit, Swedish Tea, Plum, Sweet Vermouth, Chocolate
DJ LowNat
TIRAMISS YOU
Luscious & Desserty
Irish Whiskey, Amaretti, Amaro Nonino, Coffee, Angostura, Mascarpone Foam
DJ Roman Mühlschlegel
SEASIDE MARTINI
Elegant & Savory
Hendrick’s Neptunia Gin, Quitten-Geist, Dry Vermouth, Olive, Fennel Seed, Salt
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- Eelin' and Dealin'
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