The Electronic Beats 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
The EB staff presents a comprehensive list of 50 must-have items for every type of music lover in our constellation.
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December 05, 2020
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# The Electronic Beats 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
The EB staff presents a comprehensive list of 50 must-have items for every type of music lover in our constellation.
2020 may have been a difficult year, but
it has given us the gift of time. So while that's certainly appreciated,
it also means there is no excuse for thoughtless holiday gifts this
festive season. Plus, all of us deserve something much more than our
usual generic go-tos (unfortunately plain socks and Christmas sweaters
just won't cut it.)
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For those still searching for a dose of
inspiration or even hunting for a splurge item to underscore twice on
their wishlist, the
EB team has assiduously
curated a comprehensive gift guide featuring 50 must-have items. Support
the efforts of the artists and creatives who orbit throughout our
cultural universe in the selection below. Whether it is a book of essays
on global dance scenes, a Bicep-approved chocolate bar, a pair of scuba
diver-meets-trailblazer running sneakers, or a selection of bedroom
studio gear, there is something here for every type of music
lover.
Browse through or click to jump to the following categories:
* [Clothing](#clothing)
* [Books](#books)
* [Music Tech and Gear](#musictech)
* [Footwear](#footwear)
* [Accessories](#accessories)
* [Home Goods](#homegoods)
* [Experiential Gifts](#experiential)
* [Beauty](#beauty)
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1 -- Benefit Black Luminaries
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Los Angeles brand Brain Dead is no
stranger to leveraging their designs for a good cause---like earlier
this year, when they made a collaborative charity T-shirt with Dev Hynes
(AKA Blood Orange) that raised $500k for The Movement For Black Lives
and the LGBTQ Freedom Fund. Now Brain Dead is collaborating with
enigmatic producer Actress on a T-shirt capsule in benefit of
[Black Minds Matter][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, a UK
charity that provides free mental health services to the Black
community. The Unseen\_Werk tee is available in black and white, printed
with a design as sparse and abstract as the music you're likely to find
on the mixtape of unreleased Actress tunes it comes bundled with.
(*Unseen\_Werk* is Actress' third release of the year. Check
out our impressions of [*88*][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} and *[Karma & Desire][3]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}*.)
45,95€ \| [Buy here][4]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/
[2]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/actress-88-topnotes/
[3]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/actress-karma-and-desire-top-notes/
[4]: https://wearebraindead.com/search?q=actress
**2 -- Vinyl Trouser Flex**
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Add edge to every outfit with one easy,
glossy finish. We particularly love these high-waisted, straight-leg
pants made from 100% Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) by [Berlin label GmbH][1]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}. Designed with cool and
totally functional two-way zipper detail on the front, dress it down
with some plain white tee or up with the next item on this list.
377,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/gmbh-sound-and-style/
[2]: https://www.vooberlin.com/de/women/new-in/gmbh/frey-high-waisted-vinyl-trouser-in-black
**3 -- Trippy Mesh Top**
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Mesh tops are a dime a dozen, but here's
one that, in our opinion, sits above the rest. Worn by the likes of
LSDXOXO and [Herrensauna][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} residents, Olivia Ballard's single-layer
long-sleeve tops in two-tone tie dye print capture the look of the
underground zeitgeist. Handmade in Germany's capital and available at
either Isla Berlin or made-to-order on the [designer's website][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, it's a
trippy choice for COVID-compliant gatherings, Zoom meetings, or live
streams.
85,00€ \| [Buy here][3]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/the-feed/hear-live-hypnotic-techno-herrensaunas-party-tresor/
[2]: http://www.oliviaballard.com/
[3]: https://www.islaberlin.com/products/olivia-ballard-black-printed-mock-neck-long-sleeve-tee-in-single-layer
4 -- A Tracksuit to Show Up Santa
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If you were to make one winter wardrobe
investment this year, make it something you can wear every day for an
entire week with no regrets---this Sheriff&Cherry tracksuit. It is
woven from 100% organic cotton, which means it is 100% cozy too. The
retro-country vibe with its fun fringe detail adds a swashbuckling
accent to the silhouette, plus the full-red color is a strong stand out
statement at any holiday party, virtual or otherwise.
290,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.sheriffandcherry.com/collections/womens-tracksuits/products/dolly-brick
**5 -- Public Possession for Personal Possession**
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Nothing combines cool and comfort quite
like this eggplant sweatshirt by Munich label-slash-record shop Public
Possession and Carhartt WIP. From the brand's new podcast Relevant
Parties, hosted by our [columnist
Chal Ravens][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, it features an on-trend oversized fit and is
designed with what looks like a gregarious, music-loving cat on the
back.
89,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/the-top-7-mixes-of-november-2020/
[2]: https://www.carhartt-wip.com/de/herren-sweats-sweatshirts/public-possession-sweatshirt-blue-light-blue-32_1
**6 -- The Utilitarian Art Project**
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We have to admit, this gift guide is
also our own personal wish list. And among the things we'd want to add
to our own carts is this Veggie two tone cotton long-sleeve tee from
OTTO 958, a diffusion line from acclaimed Bulgarian designer Kiko
Kostadinov and Los Angeles' Morán Morán Gallery. Oversized and in washed
black, it's an understated uniform for anyone infatuated with
utilitarian workwear.
130,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://otto958.systems/content/veggie-two-ls-tone-active-ls-t
**7 -- Ungendered Satin Undergarments**
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Heat up any winter wardrobe with this
Extra Space Panty from Berlin-based [upcycler Melisa Minca][1]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}. Designed with a
high-waist '90s-inspired silhouette, elastic waist, and a reflective
print that says "Pay Me," the cheeky piece is handmade in the designer's
Berlin studio and can be customizable to any size.
25,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/melisa-minca-jeans-upcycling-tutorial/
[2]: https://melisaminca.com/product/extra-space-panties/
**8 -- Conscious, Curated Style**
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For that friend who loves vintage
fashion as much as vintage vinyl, may we suggest checking out The Black
Market, a BIPOC, female-owned online fashion shop that is based in
Berlin, but ships worldwide, which features curated vintage collections,
reworked clothing for all genders, and jewelry made by young designers.
Find the best styles for friends with cool finds like '90s Moncler
jackets or plenty of Y2K Dolce & Gabbana. Support sustainable small business.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://theblackmarkt.com/collections/all-products
9 -- Celebrate 20 Years of Electronic Beats
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We don't want to shout our own praises
but, yeah, we've kind of been around for a while. To celebrate our 20
exciting years, we've compiled a 304-page book reflecting on two
decades-worth of music, society, and culture. Available exclusively in
German, the compendium of essays and artwork is available for pre-order
on December 15th. FYI, the first 50 purchases come with a limited
edition wool-silk jacquard protective mask exclusively designed for us
by [GmbH][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, the
Berlin-based label born on the dancefloor.
34,00€ \| [Pre-order
here][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/podcast/gmbh-podcast/
[2]: https://doyoureadme.de/shop/culture-society/electronic-beats-pre-order-special
**10 -- The Iconic Hedonistic German Novel**
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We all have that friend who deeply aches
for days when we danced and lost ourselves to the pulse of techno. Or
maybe that friend is in all of us. Whatever the case, Rainald Goetz's
novel *Rave* is both a recommended read and a fitting gift
for anyone nostalgic about the good ol' days (whether that means the
mid-'90s or just our pre-COVID lives).
A deep dive into the '90s subculture
told through stories of debauched club encounters and intense
after-party conversations, it is translated for the first time from
German to English this year, and published by cult independent publisher
Fitzcarraldo Editions.
£12.99 or about 15,00€ \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://fitzcarraldoeditions.com/books/rave
11 -- A Global Tour of ***Ten Cities***
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Travel from East to West without having
to leave your bed with *Ten
Cities*, a compilation of stories
on the club culture of ten urban destinations across Africa and Europe
including Nairobi, Cairo, Kyiv, Johannesburg, Berlin, Naples, Luanda,
Lagos, Bristol, and Lisbon.
Initiated by the Goethe-Institut, the
project is a comprehensive meditation on global dance music; it brings
together three editors, 21 authors of various backgrounds, and 19
photographers to compile playlists and photographs, as well as
thought-provoking insider accounts of each scene and how it has evolved
from the 1960s up to now.
40,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://spectorbooks.com/ten-cities
**12 -- A Soundsystem (Oral) History Lesson**
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Here's something for the bookish and
music-obsessed among us: *Bass,
Mids, Tops*, an oral history of
Britain's sound system culture from esteemed music journalist Joe Muggs.
It features interviews with Dubmaster Dennis Bovell, Norman Jay MBE,
Youth, Adrian Sherwood, Skream, Rinse FM's Sarah Lockhart and many
others, plus black and white portraits captured by photographer Brian
David Stevens.
$29.95 or about 25,00€ \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/bass-mids-tops
**13 -- A Tribute to the Late, Great Innovator Andrew Weatherall**
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British club magazine *Jockey Slut* pays tribute to one of acid house's most influential figures, the
UK DJ and producer who passed away earlier this year Andrew Weatherall,
for one of its latest paperback releases. The book includes stories of
the artist's beginnings at the influential *Boy's Own* fanzine, sets at Shoom and Sabresonic, and partnership projects
such as The Woodleigh Research Facility, A Love From Outer Space and
Convenanza, his festival held on the grounds of a medieval hilltop
castle.
18,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://jockeyslut.ochre.store/merch/210070-andrew-weatherall-a-jockey-slut-tribute/related
**14 -- A Wall-Worthy Slipmat**
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Bishop is a [Wata
Igarashi-approved][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} online shop that
sells items that promise to "enrich a DJs life." So if you have a DJ
friend, why not enrich their lives with this beautiful slipmat set
featuring a reproduction of the 18th-century Japanese national treasure
*Red and White Plum
Blossoms*, a Ogata Kōrin
masterpiece. While made to protect your records, we wouldn't judge
anyone who decides to just frame and hang it on their wall.
9,800 JPY or about 78,00€ \| [Buy
here][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.instagram.com/p/CHzK-NUAxSV/
[2]: https://bishop-shop.com/artslipmat/kohakubaizu/?lang=en
**15 -- Hands-free Sound Experience**
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Take those morning runs or casual walks
to the supermarket to new heights with Sennheiser's new Momentum True
Wireless 2. Some features include integrated equalizers, a
noise-canceling option, Smart Pause, and seven-hour battery life. We
can't think of a better gift to give the most demanding---and
on-the-go---of sound connoisseurs.
299,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://de-de.sennheiser.com/momentumtruewireless-2
**16 -- Hi-Fi Audiophilia**
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The award-winning manufacturer of the
world's finest high-fidelity audio devices V-Moda just came out with its
first ever reference studio headphone. Dubbed M-200 and part of the
company's partnership with Roland Corporation, it combines meticulous
Japanese engineering with Italian quality. The result is a crisp and
refined sound that caters to musicians and sound professionals
alike.
370,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.v-moda.com/eu/en/products/m-200
**17 -- For the Discerning Vinyl Collector**
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London's techno and house pioneer music
label The Trilogy Tapes and Ferrara-based streetwear brand [Slam Jam][1]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"} join forces for an
exclusive collection, which features a no-brainer buy for vinyl
collectors out there: the 100% Cotton record bag with an eye-catching
graphic on the front. The three-piece capsule line also includes a shirt
and a long-sleeve for those feeling extra generous.
30,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/slam-jam-sound-and-style/
[2]: https://www.slamjam.com/en_IT/man/accessories/bags-and-backpacks/tote/the-trilogy-tapes/slam-jam-record-bag/J186759.html
**18 -- The Pocket-sized Beatmaker**
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This Cheap Monday PO-12 rhythm from
Teenage Engineering is a 16-sound drum machine and sequencer. Tiny and
portable, the compact hardware means beatmaking on-the-go is more
convenient than ever---you just have to take it out of your pocket
whenever the inspiration strikes. Made with parameter locks and punch-in
effects, it's an absolute steal.
69,00€ \| [Buy here][1]
[1]: https://teenage.engineering/store/po-12/
**19 -- Songs in the (LUMI) Keys of Light**
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While we know LUMI Keys as the
piano-learning keyboard, there's a new edition this season that caters
more to musicians and producers. Christened the Studio Edition, this
gear combines the original's multi-colored, whole-key illumination with
an MPE-enabled controller. Just like Roli's super-powered Seaboard
Block, this one slides straight into the backpack, too.
269,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://roli.com/products/blocks/lumi-keys-studio-edition
**20 -- Machine MK3, the Essential Tech Upgrade**
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Based on user research, the new Native
Instruments Maschine MK3 is now even more efficient and intuitive with
its two full-color displays than its former model. The revamped tool
lets you mix and edit work without having to look at your computer, and
includes a four-directional push encoder that allows for quick and easy
search for any project, group, sound, instrument, effect, or
sample.
583,90 € \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/maschine/production-systems/maschine/
**21 -- More Dancefloor-ready Equipment**
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Spoil them with the TRAKTOR KONTROL S2.
Another solid standby from Native Instruments lets home-bound DJs blend
and play wherever, whether it's the living room, bedroom, or outside,
socially distanced, on a park bench, thanks to the music developer's
flagship DJ software, TRAKTOR PRO 3. It also has a key reverse feature
that lets them get even more creative with their mixes---a veritable
gift that keeps on giving.
291,46€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/traktor/dj-controllers/traktor-kontrol-s2/
**22 -- One if by Land, and Two if by Sea**
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For anyone wondering what to give a
sporty sneakerhead, there is the DMX Trail Hydrex. A collaboration from
emerging [designer
XIMONLEE][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} and Reebok, the futuristic release combines
the footwear brand's heritage with the LVMH Prize recipient's
avant-garde aesthetic. The result is a sock sneaker with scuba boots and
trail runner vibes, in a singular gray and scarlet colorway.
195,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/sound-and-style-ximon-lee-feature/
[2]: http://www.ximonlee.com/store/hpdjkn196xffpipdjxjdg4r7phd8oh
**23 -- The Sneaker to Unite Them All**
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Berlin creative agency [deadHYPE and Adidas][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
partnered up for the latest incarnation of its classic running kicks ZX
8000. While the design was originally inspired by '80s army footwear,
this pair flaunts a minimalistic, digital purple aesthetic that's just
elevated enough to turn heads, but simple enough to match with just
about any clothing style.
116,93€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/deadhype-adidas-bernard-koomson-sneaker/
[2]: https://www.adidas.de/zx-8000-deadhype-schuh/FX8528.html
24 -- For the Club-Slash-Hiking Demon
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The balance of form and function is the
backbone of any good design, and Italian brand Girolamo Deon brings that
concept home with its Demon Carbonaz boots. A stunning pair you can wear
for both clubbing and hiking, this style is handcrafted domestically and
features waterproof durable construction, extra-light Putek textile
upper, and Vibram rubber outsole---all in all, a worthy splurge.
490,00€\| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.slamjam.com/en_IT/man/footwear/boots/hiking/demon/carbonaz-boots/J202004.html
**25 -- Functional Futurewear**
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A facemask is without a doubt 2020's
accessory of the year. While vaccine progress is on the way, it might
still take a while for it to get to every one of us. So until that
happens, we say a mask will remain the appropriate, affordable, and
thoughtful gift for seasons to come. A current favorite so far? This
deconstructed, ever-so-slightly shimmery [Together We Dance Alone][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"} piece
that's functional enough for daily wear. Stay safe, everyone.
30,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/raven-sound-and-style/
[2]: https://togetherwedancealone.com/
**26 -- See Red Sunglasses**
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Rose-tinted glasses aren't enough to
welcome a post-pandemic 2021. Treat yourself, and perhaps others, to
Gentle Monster's DEUS G1 sunglasses from the Korean label's
10th-anniversary collection, aptly called "Void." What better way to
look forward to the potential possibilities of the year ahead than
through UV-protected, red-colored lenses inspired by the "brave
embracement of the future"?
$325.00 \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.gentlemonster.com/shop/ver1_detail.php?it_id=1604283718&cata=g0
**27 -- Honey Fucking Dijon, Period.**
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Comme des Garçons never fails to
surprise us with their tasteful collaborations. This time around, the
brand teams up with the American, Berlin-based DJ and producer for the
launch of her namesake brand [Honey Fucking Dijon][1]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}. Buy her blood red, cow
leather wallet on Dover Street Market's online shop for your friend who
values electronic music as much as luxury fashion.
£155.00 or about 171,00€ \| [Buy
here][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/podcast/honey-dijon/
[2]: https://shop.doverstreetmarket.com/shops/honey-fucking-dijon/honey-fucking-dijon-small-leather-wallet-red
**28 -- Anarchic Arm Warmers**
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For a winter collection with the punk
punch, 032c enlisted DIE TÖDLICHE DORIS co-founder and artist Wolfgang
Müller to help design the Berlin label's AW 20/21 release, which
includes these bleach black, cotton-wool blend arm warmers for those who
need to keep warm (not to mention, in style) whilst fighting the
establishment.
55,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://032c.com/store/apparel/products/032c-die-todliche-doris-heartfield-arm-warmer-bleached-black
**29 -- Eardrum-friendly Earrings**
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Strange, stylish, and practical---we
have to say these ear plug earrings from Berlin jewelry brand MIGLĖ are
pretty much up there on our list of most unique gifts to give this
season. Made with reusable plugs from Swedish brand Happy Ears and sleek
silver, this minimalist hoop set is an ideal gender neutral
present.
95,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://migle-editions.com/product/ring-earplugs/
**30 -- Rave-inspired Silver**
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Look good and do good at the same damn
time by getting the coolest gift your friend will receive this holiday
season while supporting independent designers with the Daemon Concept
Never Hungry Again mouth guard. The brainchild of Sophia Rotas, the
artisanal piece is handmade, cast in pure 925 sterling silver, and is a
true celebration of individuality and freedom.
220,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.daemonconcept.store/product/never-hungry-again/
**31 -- The Precious Ornament**
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A perfect chain is hard to come by, so
the right one is worth the longterm investment. This 925 sterling silver
choker with ovoid curb links by designer Lani Lees, who fittingly relies
on music as her force for inspiration, is unisex, handmade in Germany,
sustainably cast from recycled materials. This bestseller is also
available in small or large sizes and for those who have slightly
bolder taste, in 18 karat plated gold.
349,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.lanilees.com/shop/chain-choker-silver
**32 -- To-do List Protection**
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This lightweight notebook 13″ sleeve
from Segment helps protect a friends' ideas, notes, work assignments,
and furtive diary entries from ruin. It is made from water-resistant
X-Pac fabric produced by Dimension-Polyant, boasts a coated zip closure,
and is built with one pocket for pens and other writing
accoutrements.
70,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://segment.supply/notebook-sleeve-13
**33 -- The Dutch Power Couple Collab**
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Give a nod to Amsterdam legends,
Dekmantel and [Patta][1] in this Adventure
Flap Cap from the label and streetwear brand's latest joint project.
Embossed with the equally enigmatic and uplifting message "Wildflowers
Don't Care Where They Grow," the headgear is made from 100% nylon
taffeta and features a detachable flap to ward off the icy
gales.
50,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/patta-sound-and-style-interview/
[2]: https://dekmantel.com/shop/merchandise/patta-x-dekmantel-flap-cap
**34 -- Peace Out, Caps On**
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Three reasons to love this six-panel cap
from beloved Berlin house crew [Keinemusik][1]{: target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}: First, it's black and adjustable, meaning it's easy to
match any look and could fit pretty much anyone. Second, it's a gift
that's easy on the wallet. And lastly, the deuces hand sign insignia
makes it an acceptable holiday gift or peace offering.
39,00€ \| [Buy here][2]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/podcast/rampa/
[2]: https://keinemusik.com/product/peace-cap-black-2/
**35 -- Art Luxe Beanie**
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Cashmere is always a crowd pleaser. But
instead of the usual sweater, switch it up this year and get them an
insulating beanie. Luxe skiwear brand Jet Set has just released an
upscale version that blends functionality with street style, featuring a
cool pop art badge on its front turn-up.
130.00CHF or about 120,00€ \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://jetset.ch/products/2036-199165
36 -- Shameless ***EB*** Plug Part 1
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*Electronic Beats* recently collaborated with bag brand AEVOR
for a super practical, water-repellent belt bag in an easy-to-match
black colorway. Dubbed the "Eco Hip Bag," the limited edition design is
made from recycled PET bottles and features an adjustable shoulder strap
and a mesh inner pocket to store your mobile phone for easy
access.
19,90€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.lovemagenta.com/en/shop/81484/
37 Shameless ***EB*** Plug Part 2
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But, wait, there's more. For DJs or
promoters still stumped on what to give your friends this holiday
season, we have a suggestion. A collaboration with Berlin illustrator
and frequent *EB* collaborator Stefan Marx, our porcelain
coffee cup features a funny picture alongside the words we haven't heard
or read in a while: "Sorry No Guestlist." It's cute, tongue-in-cheek,
and is sure to put anyone in a good mood in the morning.
12,10€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.lovemagenta.com/de/shop/81048/
**38 -- 360**{::}**°** Berlin Atonal Lifestyle
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Berlin Atonal, the notable festival for
electronic progressives, recently collaborated with Lafawndah, Nkisi,
Laurel Halo, Lee Gamble, and more for its vinyl box set collection
*More Light*. Atonal's full-sweep release also features
two exclusive tees from Parisian streetwear brand Perks And Mini
(P.A.M), an Ezra Miller-designed blue and green Nalgene water bottle,
and limited edition prints featuring the works by past exhibitors.
Overall, it's a well-rounded lifestyle substitute for those longing for
annual calendar event.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://berlin-atonal.com/
**39 -- Esoteric Psychedelia**
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Artist Oliver Hibert, who has worked
with Nike and Flaming Lips, displays his penchant for psychedelia with a
78-deck tarot card set. The colorful and eye-catching design will
certainly bring anyone's card-reading obsession to a new level. It also
comes with a hand-signed 20-page mini book including text, sketches,
drawings and photographs, plus a limited edition velvet pouch with
custom tarot eyeball patch. This recommendation comes from our in-house
esotericist and [Life Forces
columnist][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, Bianca Guilione.
$130.00 or about 108,00€ \| [Buy
here][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.electronicbeats.net/life-forces-call-supers-tarot-every-mouth-teeth-missing/
[2]: https://www.oliverhibert.com/product-page/the-tarot-78-card-full-deck
**40 -- Sugar Sweet Release from Bicep**
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Irish duo Bicep and London's first craft
chocolate maker Lucocoa join forces on a collab that would please
earworms and sweet tooths. The LUCOCOA X BICEP 60% Haiti Dark Chocolate
+ Isles bundle includes a chocolate and Isles record format of your
choice (including a download code). Heads up, this is a pre-order item
and will be ready to ship at the end of January 2021. One for those who
can delay gratification.
£42.50 or about 47,00€ \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://store.bicepmusic.com/products/lucocoa-x-bicep-70-dominican-republic-dark-chocolate-isles-bic
**41 -- Mood-Regulated Music**
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Wouldn't it be great if you can just go
to any shop and filter items based on what you are experiencing at that
exact moment? The Ghent-based conceptual online record store Objects
& Sounds was conceived from this very idea. Instead of genres, the
shop lets you find music based on your mood, whether you are "Calm or
Collected," "Lost in Dreams," "Taking it Easy," "Floating on Clouds," or
going through an "Emotional Rollercoaster"---which many of us these days
often are.
A thoughtful gift for any music fan who
wants to feel all the feels, the holiday set also includes a handmade
sculptural candle, a handpicked vinyl record, and a limited edition
greeting card designed by Kit Records artist Adam Higton. A portion of
their December sales will also go to LIVE2020, a local platform that
helps distribute funds to the live music sector, which has been affected
by the COVID-19 crisis.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.objectsandsounds.com/
**42 -- A Hibernation Investment**
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Warm blankets are a must for the winter
season. Our pick is this swathe of 100% Merino wool from Kreuzberg
locals Perelic Woolen Goods. Produced in Sliven, the brand supports
Bulgaria's strong textile tradition by working with local women
artisans. Each piece is handmade so quantities run small, but that just
means that quality is a guarantee.
179,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://perelic.com/collections/all/products/the-throw?variant=30965182333028
**43 -- One for the House Heads**
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Natal Zaks aka DJ Central is selling
prints of his graphic work he has designed over the years at
natalzaks.com. According to the artist's website, just get in touch if
you have specific requests or want to inquire about the possibility of
customizing a previous print. Most prints, available in various bold,
pointillistic styles, are reasonably priced.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: http://natalzaks.com/stuff-for-sale/
**44 -- Detox and Purify Into 2021**
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With people spending more time at home
these days, we're sure anyone will appreciate this Kuumba Regular Body
and Soul 12 Incense set. These sticks, which can burn up to an hour and
are made from natural materials such as bamboo and sandalwood, have been
specially formulated in the Japanese brand's Tokyo flagship store
basement.
12,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.firmamentberlin.com/kuumba/32333/kuumba-incense-sticks-regular-body-and-soul.html
**45 -- Calm in Candle Form**
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Add a soothing stocking stuffer to the
mix with Boy Smells Black and White Best Buds Votive Candle set that
includes scents Cashmere Kush, Kush, and Cowboy Kush. Blended with
notes of pot flower, cashmere wood, white amber, tulip and musk, all
three candles smell as relaxing as they sound.
58,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.brownsfashion.com/de/shopping/boy-smells-black-and-white-best-buds-votive-candle-set-15514998
**46 -- Support Independent Artistry**
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Gift cards get a bad rap for being
impersonal, but sometimes these gifts turn out to be the most practical.
Plus, they're the ones where the receiver gets to pick exactly what they
want themselves. Bandcamp offers digital vouchers that lets you purchase
millions of digital releases or merchandise on its platform. Choose
from 10€ to 100€ credits.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://bandcamp.com/gift_cards
47 -- The Gift of Self-Care
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A gift voucher, but make it personal.
This season, give the gift of relaxation with a Vabali Spa voucher (for
either their Berlin, Hamburg, or Dusseldorf locations) that you can
personalize. Flex your design muscles by adding an illustration or image
together with a personal message.
The voucher---which lets you enjoy the
venue's themed saunas, steam baths, and pools---can be downloaded and
printed on the spot or sent via email, making it the best last-minute
purchase for the perpetually-unprepared.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://cart.vabali.de/index.php?lang=de
48 -- The Game of the Year
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[YouTube Content][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}
CD Projekt's Cyberpunk 2077 finally
drops after a seven-year delay. The upcoming action role-playing video
game, set in a fictional dystopian metropolis Night City and starring
Keanu Reeves, shows off impressive graphics thanks to new ray tracing
enhancements with DLSS and a slick soundtrack featuring scores from
Grimes, A$AP Rocky, Nina Kraviz, and Run the Jewels. It seems like the
wait is all worth it.
Varying prices \| [Buy
here][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.youtube.com/embed/BO8lX3hDU30?feature=oembed
[2]: https://www.cyberpunk.net/de/en/
**49 -- Berlin-bottled Beauty**
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Swype Cosmetics (not related to the
virtual keyboard app) is a Berlin-based beauty brand producing
plant-based, cruelty-free skincare essentials in travel-friendly tubes.
While you can cop products separately, the box set (which includes a
cleanser, moisturizer, and anti-aging serum) is a generous gift to both
give and receive.
100,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{:
target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://www.swypecosmetics.com/products/swype-essentials-set
**50 -- Vegan, Sustainable Scents**
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If you're looking for something that is
small, practical, and sophisticated, Apotheke Perfume's 7ml The Lover
fragrance bottle in easy-to-carry test tubes ticks all the boxes.
Inspired by the German capital, it is made from high grade oils that
blend musky, cedar, and cassis notes that are at once dark and
addicting.
£34.00 or about 38,00€ \| [Buy
here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}
[1]: https://apothekeperfume.com/product/the-lover/
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<p class="highlighted"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2020 may have been a difficult year, but it has given us the gift of time. So while that’s certainly appreciated, it also means there is no excuse for thoughtless holiday gifts this festive season. Plus, all of us deserve something much more than our usual generic go-tos (unfortunately plain socks and Christmas sweaters just won’t cut it.) </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For those still searching for a dose of inspiration or even hunting for a splurge item to underscore twice on their wishlist, the</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> EB</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> team has assiduously curated a comprehensive gift guide featuring 50 must-have items. Support the efforts of the artists and creatives who orbit throughout our cultural universe in the selection below. Whether it is a book of essays on global dance scenes, a Bicep-approved chocolate bar, a pair of scuba diver-meets-trailblazer running sneakers, or a selection of bedroom studio gear, there is something here for every type of music lover.</span></p><p>Browse through or click to jump to the following categories:</p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3em;">
<li><a href="#clothing">Clothing</a></li>
<li><a href="#books">Books</a></li>
<li><a href="#musictech">Music Tech and Gear</a></li>
<li><a href="#footwear">Footwear</a></li>
<li><a href="#accessories">Accessories</a></li>
<li><a href="#homegoods">Home Goods</a></li>
<li><a href="#experiential">Experiential Gifts</a></li>
<li><a href="#beauty">Beauty</a></li>
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text: '<p id="clothing" class="highlighted"><b>1 – Benefit Black Luminaries </b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Los Angeles brand Brain Dead is no stranger to leveraging their designs for a good cause—like earlier this year, when they made a collaborative charity T-shirt with Dev Hynes (AKA Blood Orange) that raised $500k for The Movement For Black Lives and the LGBTQ Freedom Fund. Now Brain Dead is collaborating with enigmatic producer Actress on a T-shirt capsule in benefit of </span><a href="https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Black Minds Matter</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a UK charity that provides free mental health services to the Black community. The Unseen_Werk tee is available in black and white, printed with a design as sparse and abstract as the music you’re likely to find on the mixtape of unreleased Actress tunes it comes bundled with. (</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unseen_Werk</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is Actress’ third release of the year. Check out our impressions of </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/actress-88-topnotes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">88</span></i></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">and </span><em><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/actress-karma-and-desire-top-notes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Karma & Desire</span></a></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">.)</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">45,95</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href="https://wearebraindead.com/search?q=actress" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>2 – Vinyl Trouser Flex</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Add edge to every outfit with one easy, glossy finish. We particularly love these high-waisted, straight-leg pants made from 100% Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) by </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/gmbh-sound-and-style/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Berlin label GmbH</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Designed with cool and totally functional two-way zipper detail on the front, dress it down with some plain white tee or up with the next item on this list. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">377,00</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href="https://www.vooberlin.com/de/women/new-in/gmbh/frey-high-waisted-vinyl-trouser-in-black" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>3 – Trippy Mesh Top</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mesh tops are a dime a dozen, but here’s one that, in our opinion, sits above the rest. Worn by the likes of LSDXOXO and </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/the-feed/hear-live-hypnotic-techno-herrensaunas-party-tresor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Herrensauna</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> residents, Olivia Ballard’s single-layer long-sleeve tops in two-tone tie dye print capture the look of the underground zeitgeist. Handmade in Germany’s capital and available at either Isla Berlin or made-to-order on the </span><a href="http://www.oliviaballard.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">designer’s website</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, it’s a trippy choice for COVID-compliant gatherings, Zoom meetings, or live streams. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">85,00</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.islaberlin.com/products/olivia-ballard-black-printed-mock-neck-long-sleeve-tee-in-single-layer" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>4 – A Tracksuit to Show Up Santa </b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you were to make one winter wardrobe investment this year, make it something you can wear every day for an entire week with no regrets—this Sheriff&Cherry tracksuit. It is woven from 100% organic cotton, which means it is 100% cozy too. The retro-country vibe with its fun fringe detail adds a swashbuckling accent to the silhouette, plus the full-red color is a strong stand out statement at any holiday party, virtual or otherwise.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">290,00</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.sheriffandcherry.com/collections/womens-tracksuits/products/dolly-brick" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>5 – Public Possession for Personal Possession</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nothing combines cool and comfort quite like this eggplant sweatshirt by Munich label-slash-record shop Public Possession and Carhartt WIP. From the brand’s new podcast Relevant Parties, hosted by our </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/the-top-7-mixes-of-november-2020/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">columnist Chal Ravens</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, it features an on-trend oversized fit and is designed with what looks like a gregarious, music-loving cat on the back. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">89,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.carhartt-wip.com/de/herren-sweats-sweatshirts/public-possession-sweatshirt-blue-light-blue-32_1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>6 – The Utilitarian Art Project</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have to admit, this gift guide is also our own personal wish list. And among the things we’d want to add to our own carts is this Veggie two tone cotton long-sleeve tee from OTTO 958, a diffusion line from acclaimed Bulgarian designer Kiko Kostadinov and Los Angeles’ Morán Morán Gallery. Oversized and in washed black, it’s an understated uniform for anyone infatuated with utilitarian workwear.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">130,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://otto958.systems/content/veggie-two-ls-tone-active-ls-t" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>7 – Ungendered Satin Undergarments</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Heat up any winter wardrobe with this Extra Space Panty from Berlin-based </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/melisa-minca-jeans-upcycling-tutorial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">upcycler Melisa Minca</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Designed with a high-waist ‘90s-inspired silhouette, elastic waist, and a reflective print that says “Pay Me,” the cheeky piece is handmade in the designer’s Berlin studio and can be customizable to any size. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">25,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://melisaminca.com/product/extra-space-panties/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>8 – Conscious, Curated Style</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For that friend who loves vintage fashion as much as vintage vinyl, may we suggest checking out The Black Market, a BIPOC, female-owned online fashion shop that is based in Berlin, but ships worldwide, which features curated vintage collections, reworked clothing for all genders, and jewelry made by young designers. Find the best styles for friends with cool finds like ‘90s Moncler jackets or plenty of Y2K Dolce & Gabbana</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Support sustainable small business. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://theblackmarkt.com/collections/all-products" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="books" class="highlighted"><b>9 – Celebrate 20 Years of Electronic Beats </b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We don’t want to shout our own praises but, yeah, we’ve kind of been around for a while. To celebrate our 20 exciting years, we’ve compiled a 304-page book reflecting on two decades-worth of music, society, and culture. Available exclusively in German, the compendium of essays and artwork is available for pre-order on December 15th. FYI, the first 50 purchases come with a limited edition wool-silk jacquard protective mask exclusively designed for us by </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/podcast/gmbh-podcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">GmbH</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the Berlin-based label born on the dancefloor. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">34,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">|</span> <a href="https://doyoureadme.de/shop/culture-society/electronic-beats-pre-order-special" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pre-order here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>10 – The Iconic Hedonistic German Novel</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We all have that friend who deeply aches for days when we danced and lost ourselves to the pulse of techno. Or maybe that friend is in all of us. Whatever the case, Rainald Goetz’s novel </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rave</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is both a recommended read and a fitting gift for anyone nostalgic about the good ol’ days (whether that means the mid-’90s or just our pre-COVID lives). </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A deep dive into the ‘90s subculture told through stories of debauched club encounters and intense after-party conversations, it is translated for the first time from German to English this year, and published by cult independent publisher Fitzcarraldo Editions.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">£12.99 or about 15,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://fitzcarraldoeditions.com/books/rave" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>11 – A Global Tour of </b><b><i>Ten Cities</i></b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Travel from East to West without having to leave your bed with </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ten Cities</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a compilation of stories on the club culture of ten urban destinations across Africa and Europe including Nairobi, Cairo, Kyiv, Johannesburg, Berlin, Naples, Luanda, Lagos, Bristol, and Lisbon.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Initiated by the Goethe-Institut, the project is a comprehensive meditation on global dance music; it brings together three editors, 21 authors of various backgrounds, and 19 photographers to compile playlists and photographs, as well as thought-provoking insider accounts of each scene and how it has evolved from the 1960s up to now.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">40,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://spectorbooks.com/ten-cities" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>12 – A Soundsystem (Oral) History Lesson</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here’s something for the bookish and music-obsessed among us: </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bass, Mids, Tops</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an oral history of Britain’s sound system culture from esteemed music journalist Joe Muggs. It features interviews with Dubmaster Dennis Bovell, Norman Jay MBE, Youth, Adrian Sherwood, Skream, Rinse FM’s Sarah Lockhart and many others, plus black and white portraits captured by photographer Brian David Stevens.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">$29.95 or about 25,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/bass-mids-tops" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>13 – A Tribute to the Late, Great Innovator Andrew Weatherall</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">British club magazine </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jockey Slut</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> pays tribute to one of acid house’s most influential figures, the UK DJ and producer who passed away earlier this year Andrew Weatherall, for one of its latest paperback releases. The book includes stories of the artist’s beginnings at the influential </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boy’s Own</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> fanzine, sets at Shoom and Sabresonic, and partnership projects such as The Woodleigh Research Facility, A Love From Outer Space and Convenanza, his festival held on the grounds of a medieval hilltop castle.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">18,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://jockeyslut.ochre.store/merch/210070-andrew-weatherall-a-jockey-slut-tribute/related" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="tech" class="highlighted"><b>14 – A Wall-Worthy Slipmat</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bishop is a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CHzK-NUAxSV/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wata Igarashi-approved</a> online shop that sells items that promise to “enrich a DJs life.” So if you have a DJ friend, why not enrich their lives with this beautiful slipmat set featuring a reproduction of the 18th-century Japanese national treasure </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Red and White Plum Blossoms</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a Ogata Kōrin masterpiece. While made to protect your records, we wouldn’t judge anyone who decides to just frame and hang it on their wall.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">9,800 JPY or about </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">78,00</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://bishop-shop.com/artslipmat/kohakubaizu/?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="musictech" class="highlighted"><b>15 – Hands-free Sound Experience</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Take those morning runs or casual walks to the supermarket to new heights with Sennheiser’s new Momentum True Wireless 2. Some features include integrated equalizers, a noise-canceling option, Smart Pause, and seven-hour battery life. We can’t think of a better gift to give the most demanding—and on-the-go—of sound connoisseurs.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">299,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://de-de.sennheiser.com/momentumtruewireless-2" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>16 – Hi-Fi Audiophilia</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The award-winning manufacturer of the world’s finest high-fidelity audio devices V-Moda just came out with its first ever reference studio headphone. Dubbed M-200 and part of the company’s partnership with Roland Corporation, it combines meticulous Japanese engineering with Italian quality. The result is a crisp and refined sound that caters to musicians and sound professionals alike.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">370,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.v-moda.com/eu/en/products/m-200" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>18 – The Pocket-sized Beatmaker</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This Cheap Monday PO-12 rhythm from Teenage Engineering is a 16-sound drum machine and sequencer. Tiny and portable, the compact hardware means beatmaking on-the-go is more convenient than ever—you just have to take it out of your pocket whenever the inspiration strikes. Made with parameter locks and punch-in effects, it’s an absolute steal. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">69,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://teenage.engineering/store/po-12/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>19 – Songs in the (LUMI) Keys of Light</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While we know LUMI Keys as the piano-learning keyboard, there’s a new edition this season that caters more to musicians and producers. Christened the Studio Edition, this gear combines the original’s multi-colored, whole-key illumination with an MPE-enabled controller. Just like Roli’s super-powered Seaboard Block, this one slides straight into the backpack, too.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">269,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://roli.com/products/blocks/lumi-keys-studio-edition" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>20 – Machine MK3, the Essential Tech Upgrade</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Based on user research, the new Native Instruments Maschine MK3 is now even more efficient and intuitive with its two full-color displays than its former model. The revamped tool lets you mix and edit work without having to look at your computer, and includes a four-directional push encoder that allows for quick and easy search for any project, group, sound, instrument, effect, or sample. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">583,90 € </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/maschine/production-systems/maschine/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>21 – More Dancefloor-ready Equipment</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spoil them with the TRAKTOR KONTROL S2. Another solid standby from Native Instruments lets home-bound DJs blend and play wherever, whether it’s the living room, bedroom, or outside, socially distanced, on a park bench, thanks to the music developer’s flagship DJ software, TRAKTOR PRO 3. It also has a key reverse feature that lets them get even more creative with their mixes—a veritable gift that keeps on giving.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">291,46€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/traktor/dj-controllers/traktor-kontrol-s2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="footwear" class="highlighted"><b>22 – One if by Land, and Two if by Sea</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For anyone wondering what to give a sporty sneakerhead, there is the DMX Trail Hydrex. A collaboration from emerging </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/sound-and-style-ximon-lee-feature/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">designer XIMONLEE</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and Reebok, the futuristic release combines the footwear brand’s heritage with the LVMH Prize recipient’s avant-garde aesthetic. The result is a sock sneaker with scuba boots and trail runner vibes, in a singular gray and scarlet colorway. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">195,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="http://www.ximonlee.com/store/hpdjkn196xffpipdjxjdg4r7phd8oh" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>23 – The Sneaker to Unite Them All</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Berlin creative agency </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/deadhype-adidas-bernard-koomson-sneaker/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">deadHYPE and Adidas</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> partnered up for the latest incarnation of its classic running kicks ZX 8000. While the design was originally inspired by ‘80s army footwear, this pair flaunts a minimalistic, digital purple aesthetic that’s just elevated enough to turn heads, but simple enough to match with just about any clothing style. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">116,93€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.adidas.de/zx-8000-deadhype-schuh/FX8528.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>24 – For the Club-Slash-Hiking Demon </b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The balance of form and function is the backbone of any good design, and Italian brand Girolamo Deon brings that concept home with its Demon Carbonaz boots. A stunning pair you can wear for both clubbing and hiking, this style is handcrafted domestically and features waterproof durable construction, extra-light Putek textile upper, and Vibram rubber outsole—all in all, a worthy splurge.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">490,00€</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.slamjam.com/en_IT/man/footwear/boots/hiking/demon/carbonaz-boots/J202004.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="accessories" class="highlighted"><b>25 – Functional Futurewear</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A facemask is without a doubt 2020’s accessory of the year. While vaccine progress is on the way, it might still take a while for it to get to every one of us. So until that happens, we say a mask will remain the appropriate, affordable, and thoughtful gift for seasons to come. A current favorite so far? This deconstructed, ever-so-slightly shimmery </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/raven-sound-and-style/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Together We Dance Alone</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> piece that’s functional enough for daily wear. Stay safe, everyone. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">30,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://togetherwedancealone.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>26 – See Red Sunglasses</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rose-tinted glasses aren’t enough to welcome a post-pandemic 2021. Treat yourself, and perhaps others, to Gentle Monster’s DEUS G1 sunglasses from the Korean label’s 10th-anniversary collection, aptly called “Void.” What better way to look forward to the potential possibilities of the year ahead than through UV-protected, red-colored lenses inspired by the “brave embracement of the future”?</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">$325.00 </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.gentlemonster.com/shop/ver1_detail.php?it_id=1604283718&cata=g0" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>27 – Honey Fucking Dijon, Period.</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Comme des Garçons never fails to surprise us with their tasteful collaborations. This time around, the brand teams up with the American, Berlin-based DJ and producer for the launch of her namesake brand </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/podcast/honey-dijon/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Honey Fucking Dijon</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Buy her blood red, cow leather wallet on Dover Street Market’s online shop for your friend who values electronic music as much as luxury fashion.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">£155.00 or about 171,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://shop.doverstreetmarket.com/shops/honey-fucking-dijon/honey-fucking-dijon-small-leather-wallet-red" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>28 – Anarchic Arm Warmers</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For a winter collection with the punk punch, 032c enlisted DIE TÖDLICHE DORIS co-founder and artist Wolfgang Müller to help design the Berlin label’s AW 20/21 release, which includes these bleach black, cotton-wool blend arm warmers for those who need to keep warm (not to mention, in style) whilst fighting the establishment.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">55,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://032c.com/store/apparel/products/032c-die-todliche-doris-heartfield-arm-warmer-bleached-black" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>29 – Eardrum-friendly Earrings</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Strange, stylish, and practical—we have to say these ear plug earrings from Berlin jewelry brand MIGLĖ are pretty much up there on our list of most unique gifts to give this season. Made with reusable plugs from Swedish brand Happy Ears and sleek silver, this minimalist hoop set is an ideal gender neutral present. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">95,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://migle-editions.com/product/ring-earplugs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>30 – Rave-inspired Silver</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Look good and do good at the same damn time by getting the coolest gift your friend will receive this holiday season while supporting independent designers with the Daemon Concept Never Hungry Again mouth guard. The brainchild of Sophia Rotas, the artisanal piece is handmade, cast in pure 925 sterling silver, and is a true celebration of individuality and freedom. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">220,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.daemonconcept.store/product/never-hungry-again/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>31 – The Precious Ornament</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A perfect chain is hard to come by, so the right one is worth the longterm investment. This 925 sterling silver choker with ovoid curb links by designer Lani Lees, who fittingly relies on music as her force for inspiration, is unisex, handmade in Germany, sustainably cast from recycled materials. This bestseller is also available in small or large sizes and for those who have slightly bolder taste, in 18 karat plated gold.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">349,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.lanilees.com/shop/chain-choker-silver" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>32 – To-do List Protection</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This lightweight notebook 13″ sleeve from Segment helps protect a friends’ ideas, notes, work assignments, and furtive diary entries from ruin. It is made from water-resistant X-Pac fabric produced by Dimension-Polyant, boasts a coated zip closure, and is built with one pocket for pens and other writing accoutrements.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">70,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://segment.supply/notebook-sleeve-13" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>33 – The Dutch Power Couple Collab</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Give a nod to Amsterdam legends, Dekmantel and </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/patta-sound-and-style-interview/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Patta</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in this Adventure Flap Cap from the label and streetwear brand’s latest joint project. Embossed with the equally enigmatic and uplifting message “Wildflowers Don’t Care Where They Grow,” the headgear is made from 100% nylon taffeta and features a detachable flap to ward off the icy gales. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">50,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://dekmantel.com/shop/merchandise/patta-x-dekmantel-flap-cap" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>34 – Peace Out, Caps On</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Three reasons to love this six-panel cap from beloved Berlin house crew <a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/podcast/rampa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Keinemusik</a>: First, it’s black and adjustable, meaning it’s easy to match any look and could fit pretty much anyone. Second, it’s a gift that’s easy on the wallet. And lastly, the deuces hand sign insignia makes it an acceptable holiday gift or peace offering. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">39,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://keinemusik.com/product/peace-cap-black-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>35 – Art Luxe Beanie</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cashmere is always a crowd pleaser. But instead of the usual sweater, switch it up this year and get them an insulating beanie. Luxe skiwear brand Jet Set has just released an upscale version that blends functionality with street style, featuring a cool pop art badge on its front turn-up.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">130.00CHF or about 120,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://jetset.ch/products/2036-199165" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>36 – Shameless </b><b><i>EB</i></b><b> Plug Part 1</b></p><p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Electronic Beats</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> recently collaborated with bag brand AEVOR for a super practical, water-repellent belt bag in an easy-to-match black colorway. Dubbed the “Eco Hip Bag,” the limited edition design is made from recycled PET bottles and features an adjustable shoulder strap and a mesh inner pocket to store your mobile phone for easy access. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">19,90€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.lovemagenta.com/en/shop/81484/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="homegoods" class="highlighted"><b>37 Shameless </b><b><i>EB</i></b><b> Plug Part 2</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But, wait, there’s more. For DJs or promoters still stumped on what to give your friends this holiday season, we have a suggestion. A collaboration with Berlin illustrator and frequent </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">EB</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> collaborator Stefan Marx, our porcelain coffee cup features a funny picture alongside the words we haven’t heard or read in a while: “Sorry No Guestlist.” It’s cute, tongue-in-cheek, and is sure to put anyone in a good mood in the morning.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">12,10€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.lovemagenta.com/de/shop/81048/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>38 – 360</b><b>°</b><b> Berlin Atonal Lifestyle</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Berlin Atonal, the notable festival for electronic progressives, recently collaborated with Lafawndah, Nkisi, Laurel Halo, Lee Gamble, and more for its vinyl box set collection </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">More Light</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Atonal’s full-sweep release also features two exclusive tees from Parisian streetwear brand Perks And Mini (P.A.M), an Ezra Miller-designed blue and green Nalgene water bottle, and limited edition prints featuring the works by past exhibitors. Overall, it’s a well-rounded lifestyle substitute for those longing for annual calendar event. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://berlin-atonal.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>39 – Esoteric Psychedelia</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Artist Oliver Hibert, who has worked with Nike and Flaming Lips, displays his penchant for psychedelia with a 78-deck tarot card set. The colorful and eye-catching design will certainly bring anyone’s card-reading obsession to a new level. It also comes with a hand-signed 20-page mini book including text, sketches, drawings and photographs, plus a limited edition velvet pouch with custom tarot eyeball patch. This recommendation comes from our in-house esotericist and </span><a href="https://www.electronicbeats.net/life-forces-call-supers-tarot-every-mouth-teeth-missing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Life Forces columnist</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Bianca Guilione. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">$130.00 or about 108,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.oliverhibert.com/product-page/the-tarot-78-card-full-deck" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>40 – Sugar Sweet Release from Bicep</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Irish duo Bicep and London’s first craft chocolate maker Lucocoa join forces on a collab that would please earworms and sweet tooths. The LUCOCOA X BICEP 60% Haiti Dark Chocolate + Isles bundle includes a chocolate and Isles record format of your choice (including a download code). Heads up, this is a pre-order item and will be ready to ship at the end of January 2021. One for those who can delay gratification. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">£42.50 or about 47,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://store.bicepmusic.com/products/lucocoa-x-bicep-70-dominican-republic-dark-chocolate-isles-bic" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>41 – Mood-Regulated Music</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wouldn’t it be great if you can just go to any shop and filter items based on what you are experiencing at that exact moment? The Ghent-based conceptual online record store Objects & Sounds was conceived from this very idea. Instead of genres, the shop lets you find music based on your mood, whether you are “Calm or Collected,” “Lost in Dreams,” “Taking it Easy,” “Floating on Clouds,” or going through an “Emotional Rollercoaster”—which many of us these days often are. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A thoughtful gift for any music fan who wants to feel all the feels, the holiday set also includes a handmade sculptural candle, a handpicked vinyl record, and a limited edition greeting card designed by Kit Records artist Adam Higton. A portion of their December sales will also go to LIVE2020, a local platform that helps distribute funds to the live music sector, which has been affected by the COVID-19 crisis. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.objectsandsounds.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>43 – One for the House Heads</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Natal Zaks aka DJ Central is selling prints of his graphic work he has designed over the years at natalzaks.com. According to the artist’s website, just get in touch if you have specific requests or want to inquire about the possibility of customizing a previous print. Most prints, available in various bold, pointillistic styles, are reasonably priced.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="http://natalzaks.com/stuff-for-sale/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>44 – Detox and Purify Into 2021</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With people spending more time at home these days, we’re sure anyone will appreciate this Kuumba Regular Body and Soul 12 Incense set. These sticks, which can burn up to an hour and are made from natural materials such as bamboo and sandalwood, have been specially formulated in the Japanese brand’s Tokyo flagship store basement.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">12,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.firmamentberlin.com/kuumba/32333/kuumba-incense-sticks-regular-body-and-soul.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>45 – Calm in Candle Form</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Add a soothing stocking stuffer to the mix with Boy Smells Black and White Best Buds Votive Candle set that includes scents Cashmere Kush, Kush, and Cowboy Kush. Blended with notes of pot flower, cashmere wood, white amber, tulip and musk, all three candles smell as relaxing as they sound.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">58,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.brownsfashion.com/de/shopping/boy-smells-black-and-white-best-buds-votive-candle-set-15514998" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="experiential" class="highlighted"><b>46 – Support Independent Artistry</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gift cards get a bad rap for being impersonal, but sometimes these gifts turn out to be the most practical. Plus, they’re the ones where the receiver gets to pick exactly what they want themselves. Bandcamp offers digital vouchers that lets you purchase millions of digital releases or merchandise on its platform. Choose from 10€ to 100€ credits.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://bandcamp.com/gift_cards" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>47 – The Gift of Self-Care </b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A gift voucher, but make it personal. This season, give the gift of relaxation with a Vabali Spa voucher (for either their Berlin, Hamburg, or Dusseldorf locations) that you can personalize. Flex your design muscles by adding an illustration or image together with a personal message. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The voucher—which lets you enjoy the venue’s themed saunas, steam baths, and pools—can be downloaded and printed on the spot or sent via email, making it the best last-minute purchase for the perpetually-unprepared.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://cart.vabali.de/index.php?lang=de" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>48 – The Game of the Year </b></p><div class="ar-16-9"><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BO8lX3hDU30?feature=oembed" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube Content</a></p></div><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">CD Projekt’s Cyberpunk 2077 finally drops after a seven-year delay. The upcoming action role-playing video game, set in a fictional dystopian metropolis Night City and starring Keanu Reeves, shows off impressive graphics thanks to new ray tracing enhancements with DLSS and a slick soundtrack featuring scores from Grimes, A$AP Rocky, Nina Kraviz, and Run the Jewels. It seems like the wait is all worth it.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Varying prices </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.cyberpunk.net/de/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p id="beauty" class="highlighted"><b>49 – Berlin-bottled Beauty</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Swype Cosmetics (not related to the virtual keyboard app) is a Berlin-based beauty brand producing plant-based, cruelty-free skincare essentials in travel-friendly tubes. While you can cop products separately, the box set (which includes a cleanser, moisturizer, and anti-aging serum) is a generous gift to both give and receive.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">100,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://www.swypecosmetics.com/products/swype-essentials-set" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a></p>'
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text: '<p class="highlighted"><b>50 – Vegan, Sustainable Scents</b></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re looking for something that is small, practical, and sophisticated, Apotheke Perfume’s 7ml The Lover fragrance bottle in easy-to-carry test tubes ticks all the boxes. Inspired by the German capital, it is made from high grade oils that blend musky, cedar, and cassis notes that are at once dark and addicting.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">£34.00 or about 38,00€ </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">| </span><a href="https://apothekeperfume.com/product/the-lover/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buy here</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>'
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# The Electronic Beats 2020 Holiday Gift Guide The EB staff presents a comprehensive list of 50 must-have items for every type of music lover in our constellation. 2020 may have been a difficult year, but it has given us the gift of time. So while that's certainly appreciated, it also means th...
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Whether it is a book of essays on global dance scenes, a Bicep-approved chocolate bar, a pair of scuba diver-meets-trailblazer running sneakers, or a selection of bedroom studio gear, there is something here for every type of music lover. Browse through or click to jump to the following categorie...
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(*Unseen\_Werk* is Actress' third release of the year. Check out our impressions of [*88*][2]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} and *[Karma & Desire][3]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}*.) . 45,95€ \| [Buy here][4]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} [1]: https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/ ...
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We particularly love these high-waisted, straight-leg pants made from 100% Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA) by [Berlin label GmbH][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}. Designed with cool and totally functional two-way zipper detail on the front, dress it down with some plain white tee or up with the next...
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Worn by the likes of LSDXOXO and [Herrensauna][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} residents, Olivia Ballard's single-layer long-sleeve tops in two-tone tie dye print capture the look of the underground zeitgeist. Handmade in Germany's capital and available at either Isla Berlin or made-to-order...
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The retro-country vibe with its fun fringe detail adds a swashbuckling accent to the silhouette, plus the full-red color is a strong stand out statement at any holiday party, virtual or otherwise. 290,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} [1]: https://www.sheriffandcherry.com/co...
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Nothing combines cool and comfort quite like this eggplant sweatshirt by Munich label-slash-record shop Public Possession and Carhartt WIP. From the brand's new podcast Relevant Parties, hosted by our [columnist Chal Ravens][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, it features an on-trend oversized ...
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Oversized and in washed black, it's an understated uniform for anyone infatuated with utilitarian workwear. 130,00€ \| [Buy here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} [1]: https://otto958.systems/content/veggie-two-ls-tone-active-ls-t **7 -- Ungendered Satin Undergarments** {: .highlighted} . ...
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Find the best styles for friends with cool finds like '90s Moncler jackets or plenty of Y2K Dolce & Gabbana. Support sustainable small business. Varying prices \| [Buy here][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"} [1]: https://theblackmarkt.com/collections/all-products . 9 -- Celebrate ...
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Available exclusively in German, the compendium of essays and artwork is available for pre-order on December 15th. FYI, the first 50 purchases come with a limited edition wool-silk jacquard protective mask exclusively designed for us by [GmbH][1]{: target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, the Berli...
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