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Public Possession is not only a nightclub but also a multifaceted cultural platform based in Munich, Germany, encompassing a record label, shop, and event series that has become a notable force in the city’s nightlife and broader electronic music community. Founded in 2012 by Marvin Schuhmann and Valentino Betz, Public Possession quickly established itself as a hub for creative exchange, blending music, art, and fashion. Its imprint is known for eclectic releases spanning house, disco, leftfield electronic, and offbeat pop, while its events are held in a variety of venues across Munich rather than being tied to a single standalone club space.

Throughout its history, Public Possession has operated a consistently influential record and lifestyle shop in central Munich, which functions as a gathering point for local DJs and music lovers, and has hosted pop-up events in collaboration with galleries, cultural institutions, and other clubs, notably including Blitz Club and Charlie. The platform’s nomadic approach—using different venues—has made it a flexible and integral part of the evolving Munich nightlife and contributed to Munich’s standing as a destination for cutting-edge dance music. Over the past decade, Public Possession has garnered a reputation for curatorial excellence and community spirit, nurturing the careers of local talent while serving as a launchpad for international artists.

Its cultural significance lies in its ability to bridge music, visual art, and fashion, helping to boost both the visibility and creative cross-pollination of the city’s underground scene. While there have not been major relocations or structural changes in the traditional sense of a nightclub moving from one address to another, Public Possession’s versatility and collaborative ethos reflect a modern reimagining of nightlife spaces—rooted in adaptability rather than permanence. Notable artists who have performed at Public Possession events or collaborated with the collective include Tornado Wallace, Bell Towers, Sano, Samo DJ, Baba Stiltz, Powder, Andras, Gerd Janson, CC Disco!, Bufiman, RIO, Alexander Arpeggio, and various key Munich locals such as DJ City and Marvin & Valentino themselves, often joined by a rotating cast of emerging and established DJs from Germany and beyond.