Nylon

Nylon is a prominent German ensemble that emerged in the early 2000s as a key bridge between the Berlin nu-jazz scene and traditional German chanson. Formed by members of the Sonar Kollektiv and Micatone circles, including producer Stefan Rogall and vocalist Lisa Bassenge, the group specialized in 're-contextualizing' mid-century German standards for the electronic era.

Their sound identity is defined by the contrast between Bassenge's jazz-inflected, smoky delivery and Rogall's sophisticated electronic arrangements, which often incorporate elements of trip-hop, lounge, and dub. Their career arc peaked with a series of critically acclaimed albums on Universal Music, positioning them alongside artists like Götz Alsmann in the revival of German-language jazz-pop, though Nylon maintained a more distinctively 'electronic' and 'urban' profile. They are frequently cited as a prime example of the 'Berlin Sound' of the mid-2000s, blending high-art cabaret sensibilities with the city's deep-rooted club culture. Critical consensus highlights their ability to modernize the works of icons like Hildegard Knef without stripping them of their original emotional weight.