Josh Baker and Max Dean: Epic B2B at Magazine London

The long-awaited B2B debut in the British capital

This coming Saturday, August 15th, 2026, the UK electronic scene will witness a key milestone with the B2B debut of Josh Baker and Max Dean in London. The event, which will run from 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM, will take place at the newly opened outdoor venue Magazine Open-Air. This performance comes after the resounding success both artists recently achieved with a joint set in Liverpool, consolidating a synergy that now lands in the capital to satisfy the high demand from the tech house audience.

Both producers represent the vanguard of the contemporary sound. On one hand, Josh Baker, founder of the Hide&Seek festival and director of the You&Me label, brings his characteristic groove-focused approach, meticulously designed for the dance floor. On the other, the artist originally from Essex, Max Dean, arrives at the peak of his career. His neXup label continues to gain followers, a momentum that has led him to record historic demand at Drumsheds and sell out tickets for a full two-day weekend at the iconic club fabric.

The architectural vision of Broadwick Live

The venue chosen for this encounter is no coincidence. Magazine Open-Air is the new venture by the promoter Broadwick Live, strategically located on the Greenwich Peninsula. With the River Thames as a backdrop and direct views of the iconic London skyline, the venue offers an open-air dance floor that redefines the urban experience, prioritizing sound design and spatial awareness.

We have been excited about the potential of this project for some time. Built on a foundation of unique programming, ambitious production, and an obsessive attention to detail, Open-Air brings people closer to the iconic London skyline like never before.

— Luke Huxham, Managing Director of Broadwick Live

This extended set is part of an ambitious series of six summer events. The programming will kick off on Friday, August 14th, with the 'Our House' concept led by Meduza and James Hype. Throughout the month, the space will also host a special showcase for the 15th anniversary of Soulection, joint performances by techno heavyweights like Amelie Lens and Sara Landry, and will culminate on Saturday, August 22nd, with the final closing by the acclaimed producer Purple Disco Machine.

Cutting-edge synergy for the British groove

The temporary union of Baker and Dean underscores a growing trend in the electronic industry: the fusion of established talents to create exclusive and ephemeral sonic narratives. While the individual careers of both artists already have an undeniable impact on the European circuits, their technical alliance elevates the musical proposal. The daytime session will allow the British artists to explore deeper transitions, complex basslines, and a progressive evolution of BPMs, adapting to the natural transition from day to night in an unparalleled industrial setting.

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