In the Pulse of Franconia: A View of the Nuremberg Underground Scene Far away from the commercial glitter world, where honest music beats to the rhythm of the city, we illuminate the pulsating Nuremberg underground scene. Our expedition leads us deep into the electronic hemisphere of the Franconian metropolis, in search of the "hottest shit"—the authentic and unadulterated sounds that define the true sound of Nuremberg. Amidst the urban fabric, away from mainstream hotspots like Die Rakete or Hirsch—which serve as established venues—lies an oasis of creative independence: the collective nb grooves. This artist collective has made it its mission to consolidate the underground culture and give it a common platform, always focusing on local players and the interplay of different genres and crews. nb grooves is more than just an event organizer; it is a center of gravity for those whose roots are deeply anchored in the underground. Whether it's the unconventional beats of Ivan le Mutant or Trip Inc, the profound soundscapes of Wartenberg, or the energetic sets of Stefan Riegauf and Hannoi—they all embody the essential energy and the courage for the niche that distinguishes this scene. They create a counter-world where the music itself is the headliner. Rts.fm is taking a close look at these currents. We inspect the scene in its purest, most original form, searching for the direct, unadulterated, and true musical expression of this city. It is a sonic retrospective, an archaeological search for the frequencies that shape Nuremberg and its Franconian surroundings beyond the popular buzz. Our goal is to peel back the layers and give a voice to those artists whose works most authentically reflect the raw and passionate soul of electronic music. Stefan Riegauf The Nuremberg native, born in Schwabach in 1972, turned his love for music into a profession early on. His passion for vinyl and electronic music led to his first steps as DJ Solaris at the legendary Prime Rose Club in Nuremberg. In 1996, he opened his own record store, "Recordstore," together with Stefan Volkert (Warren). With him, he also organized events like "SoundLab" at Desi for several years and formed the DJ duo Warren & Solaris. From 2003, he was the literal heart of the Nuremberg techno and house club "Die Rakete" (The Rocket), which he successfully co-managed until 2020. As a Rakete resident, his warm and organic sound, somewhere between House and Techno, evolved there. With empathy for the dancefloor, an instinct for the right track at the right time, and influences from Dub, Acid, and Electronica, he always manages to span a large arc across his sets. For his own event series "Super Klub," he invited fellow DJs such as Levon Vincent, Subb-An, Gerd Janson, Barnt, and many more. His monthly event series "Mitkete" at the "Mitte Soundbar" was also a constant fixture of Nuremberg's nightlife for years. Since 2014, he has been releasing tracks produced with Markus Homm on labels such as Bondage, Cyclic, and Brise, including remixes by Mihai Popoviciu and Schlepp Geist. With nearly 30 years of experience behind the decks, he repeatedly manages to create surprising moments and transmit a positive vibe. Links: Stefan Riegauf https://www.instagram.com/dj_stefan_riegauf/ Better Times https://www.instagram.com/bettertimesnbg/ NBGrooves https://www.instagram.com/nbgrooves/