Hardtechnolivesets

6EJOU

🆔 Bejou
🇫🇷 France → 🇳🇱 Netherlands
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Industrial / Hypnotic / Live Techno
🔥 Known for: Industrial Violence, Teletech, Vault Sessions
🎚️ Sound: Dark, looping pressure with raw modular hardware energy
📀 Must-hear track: “Red Bunker” – hypnotic bunker-ready banger
📍 Liveset tip: 6EJOU @ Blackworks Festival (2024)

💡 6EJOU, aka Bejou, is a French-born DJ and producer based in the Netherlands, known for pushing raw, hardware-driven techno. As the founder of Industrial Violence, he doesn’t just release bangers. He builds a platform for underground resistance. Expect no compromise: just pounding kicks, eerie atmospheres, and 150+ BPM live destruction.

999999999

🆔 Carlo B. and Giovanni C.
🇮🇹 Italy
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Acid / Rave / Hard Techno
🔥 Known for: NineTimesNine label, Possession Paris, Boiler Room
🎚️ Sound: Relentless 303 acid lines, distorted grooves, 150–160 BPM chaos
📀 Must-hear track: “X0004000X” – rave anthem with a twisted acid hook
📍 Liveset tip: 999999999 – Rave Rebels 2024 – pure acid warfare

💡 999999999 (pronounced “Nine Times Nine”) are a masked duo from Italy who’ve redefined modern acid techno. Their sets are a full-blown assault of distorted 303s, rapid-fire drops, and relentless energy. From Berlin basements to warehouse infernos, they bring punk energy to the rave circuit. No mic. No ego. Just acid and annihilation.

Aida Arko

🆔 Aida Noshadi
🇮🇷 Iran
🏠 Germany

👉 Experimental / Raw / Industrial Techno
🔥 Known for: System A, Soma Records, Circus-to-club energy
🎚️ Sound: Mechanical tension, tribal darkness, Persian textures
📀 Must-hear track: “Dark Ritual” – industrial meets mythology
📍 Liveset tip: Aida Arko @ Verknipt (2023) – raw & ritualistic

💡 Aida Arko blends industrial techno with mysticism. Raised in Iran, trained as a circus performer, now reshaping dancefloors with sound design that feels like a ritual. Her Berlin-based label System A pushes experimental boundaries while keeping it hard and physical. Her sets are more than music, they’re ceremonies.

Airod

🆔 Dario Brkic
🇫🇷 France
🏠 France

👉 Raw / Driving / Warehouse Techno
🔥 Known for: Molekül, EXHALE, Amelie Lens collabs
🎚️ Sound: Heavy-hitting kicks, industrial tension, Parisian fire
📀 Must-hear track: “Rave Cycle” – pure peak-hour destruction
📍 Liveset tip: AIROD – FURY HARD TECHNO FESTIVAL III 2024

💡 AIROD (real name Dario Brkic) is one of France’s most explosive exports. Since his breakout on Molekül in 2018, he’s become a staple of the European warehouse circuit, raw, fast, relentless. With co-signs from Amelie Lens and massive sets at Exhale, Verknipt and Dour, AIROD brings that uncompromising Paris energy straight to the frontline of hard techno.

ALIVEMAEX

🇩🇪 Germany
🏠 Germany

👉 New Electronic Wave / Industrial / Techno Fusion
🔥 Known for: Enneatrax, hybrid live sets, Berlin underground
🎚️ Sound: Glitched-out rhythms, distorted vocals, darkwave edge
📀 Must-hear track: “Neuromancer” – techno meets dystopian pop
📍 Liveset tip: ALIVEMAEX – Verknipt Germany x Turbinenhalle – eerie & electric

💡 ALIVEMAEX blends hard techno with vocals and coldwave aesthetics, forging his own path with New Electronic Wave. Based in Berlin, he pushes genre boundaries both as an artist and label boss of Enneatrax. Expect distorted synths, robotic tension, and emotionally charged breakdowns. A voice and sound you won’t forget.

AMBAM

🆔 Alex
🇩🇪 Germany
🏠 Germany

👉 Melodic Hard Techno / Industrial
🔥 Known for: MTW Club, hypnotic breakdowns, rising international sets
🎚️ Sound: Pulsating rhythms, dreamy synths, wrapped in dark tension
📀 Must-hear track: “Hopebreaker” – cinematic intensity meets club drive
📍 Liveset tip: AMBAM – ALL NIGHT LONG @ Rotunde Bochum 2024 – peak-time melodic power

💡 AMBAM, real name Alex, hails from Würzburg and brings a unique blend of hard techno and melodic textures. His sets fuse emotional landscapes with raw percussive force, earning him a fast-growing reputation in the German scene and beyond. Whether in packed clubs or open-air stages, AMBAM brings deep atmosphere with dancefloor weight.

Amelie Lens

🆔 Amélie Lens
🇧🇪 Belgium
🏠 Belgium

👉 Hypnotic / Peak-Time / Industrial Techno
🔥 Known for: EXHALE, Lenske, Awakenings, Tomorrowland
🎚️ Sound: Hypnotic rhythms, relentless drive, clinical precision
📀 Must-hear track: “Stay With Me” – Lenske classic with emotional tension
📍 Liveset tip: Amelie Lens – Tomorrowland Winter 2023 – peak-time lensfire

💡 Amelie Lens rose from Belgium’s underground to global stardom in just a few years. Her sets are fast, focused, and flawless, built for massive crowds but rooted in minimalism and hypnotic layering. As head of EXHALE and Lenske Records, she’s pushing a new wave of raw techno talent, all while headlining the world’s biggest festivals.

AnD

🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🏠 England

👉 Industrial / Hard Techno / Experimental
🔥 Known for: Electric Deluxe, Perc Trax, brutal warehouse sets
🎚️ Sound: Distorted kicks, bleak atmospheres, sonic punishment
📀 Must-hear track: “Non Sky Signal Noise” – apocalyptic sound design
📍 Liveset tip: AnD @ TEGENDRAADS Festival (2024) – pure underground energy

💡 AnD represents the harshest edge of UK techno. With roots in Manchester’s warehouse scene, his sound is a fusion of noise, distortion, and raw rhythm. Whether solo or in collaborative mode, AnD brings weapon-grade techno for darkrooms, basements and sweat-soaked dancefloors worldwide.

Anxhela

🆔 Anxhela Daci
🇦🇱 Albania
🏠 Germany

👉 Raw / Hypnotic / Industrial Techno
🔥 Known for: Berlin raves, rising underground sets
🎚️ Sound: Fast-paced, hypnotic pressure with dark minimalism
📀 Must-hear track: “Mortal Acid” – stripped-back but brutal
📍 Liveset tip: Anxhela – Verknipt Festival 2023 – raw, fast, immersive

💡 Anxhela Daci, born in Albania and raised in Italy, brings Eastern European fire to Berlin’s raw techno scene. Her sets are fast, hypnotic, and dripping with tension, no filler, just full-throttle energy. One to watch in the new wave of hard techno DJs pushing boundaries on the underground circuit.

ANSBRO

🆔 Cian Ansbro
🇮🇪 Ireland
🏠 Spain

👉 Rave / Hard Techno / Grunge-Influenced
🔥 Known for: Viral tracks, Nirvana samples, Barcelona scene
🎚️ Sound: Slammed kicks, 90s stabs, distorted grunge rave
📀 Must-hear track: “Into the Flood” – peak-time carnage with a nod to Kurt Cobain
📍 Liveset tip: ANSBRO – Verknipt Festival 2023 – stomper with soul

💡 ANSBRO fuses 2000s rave aggression with 90s alt-rock angst. Born in Ireland, now based in Barcelona, his sets are packed with raw power, nostalgia and chaos. With millions of streams on tracks like Bamboleo, he’s fast becoming one of the most disruptive new names in the hard techno scene.

AREA ØNE

🆔 Danny Beelen
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Neo-Rave / Hard Trance / Oldschool-Inspired
🔥 Known for: Early support by I Hate Models, Amelie Lens, Charlie Sparks
🎚️ Sound: Fast kicks, trance stabs, Y2K hardstyle revival
📀 Must-hear track: “Ravers Religion” – pure ecstasy with edge
📍 Liveset tip: AREA ØNE @ Verknipt Festival (2024) – euphoric mayhem

💡 AREA ØNE (real name Danny Beelen) is a 20-year-old Dutch producer lighting up the global rave circuit. His style fuses hard techno with early 2000s influences, think trance euphoria, neo-rave energy, and hardstyle grit. With international support and a growing fanbase, he’s leading the next-gen wave of high-BPM chaos.

Alignment

​🆔 Francesco Pierfelici

🌍 Bologna, Italy

🏠 Berlin, Germany​

📝 Francesco Pierfelici – known professionally as Alignment, is an Italian techno DJ and producer renowned for his hard techno sound. His music has garnered support from prominent figures like Richie Hawtin, Charlotte de Witte, and Amelie Lens. He has released tracks on labels such as Voxnox, KNTXT, and Etruria Beat, and has performed at major events including Awakenings Festival and Intercell.

AnimE

🆔 Barbara Palermo​

🌍 Piacenza, Italy​

🏠 Netherlands​

📝 Barbara Palermo, known professionally as DJ AniMe, is an Italian DJ and producer renowned in the hardcore electronic music scene. Dubbed the ‘Queen of Italian Hardcore,’ she has performed at major festivals worldwide, including Tomorrowland, Electric Daisy Carnival, and Defqon.1. Her discography includes four albums: ‘Exterminate,’ ‘Insane,’ ‘Aftermath,’ and ‘The 4th Dimension.’

Azyr

🆔 Oliver Rowley

🌍 Blackpool, United Kingdom

🏠 Blackpool, United Kingdom​

📝 Oliver Rowley, known professionally as Azyr, is a DJ and producer from Blackpool, UK, recognized for his hard-hitting techno that blends acid, schranz, rave, hard dance, and psytrance elements. Since debuting in 2021, he has performed at major events like Rotterdam Rave Winter Special and Amsterdam Dance Event, with his music receiving support from prominent artists such as Paula Temple and 999999999. His albums include ‘It Kills the Pain’ (2022) and ‘Speed Masters’ (2023).

Alexia K

​🆔 Alexia K.​

🌍 Iran​

🏠 Germany​

📝 Alexia K. is an Iranian-born, Germany-based DJ, producer, and label head, recognized for her powerful performances and contributions to the techno scene. She is the founder of Black.Records and a resident at events like Acid Wars and Techno Rulez!, showcasing her commitment to the genre. Her work continues to influence and shape the electronic music landscape.​

ALT8

🆔 Evan Marshall​

🌍 Ireland​

🏠 Ireland​

📝 Evan Marshall, known professionally as Alt8, is an Irish DJ and producer recognized for his high-energy techno sets and productions. Drawing inspiration from the early 2000s hard techno and groove scenes, he has performed at notable events across Europe and beyond. His tracks, such as “Chains On Humanity,” have been featured on esteemed labels like R-Label, reflecting his dynamic and evolving sound.

Basswell

🆔 Mathias Boitel

🌍 Caen, Normandy, France​

🏠 Lyon, France

📝 Mathias Boitel, known professionally as Basswell, is a French techno DJ and producer celebrated for his powerful, assertive style that blends fast, hard, and rave elements. Supported by leading underground artists like Amelie Lens, Shlømo, and Kobosil, he has performed at major festivals such as Tomorrowland and Verknipt. His notable tracks, including “Bass Down Low” and “Around,” have been released on esteemed labels like Exhale and Color.

B2

🌍 Nuremberg, Germany

🏠 Nuremberg, Germany

📝 B2 is a techno DJ and producer from Nuremberg, Germany, known for his hard-hitting, fast-paced techno tracks. His breakthrough came with the track “Ghetto Patron,” gaining attention after being played by I Hate Models. B2 has released notable EPs like “Hymnen an die Nacht” on COUP and has collaborated with 999999999 on a vinyl release.

BIIA

🆔 Beatriz Soares​

🌍 Portugal​

🏠 Barcelona, Spain​

📝 Beatriz Soares, known professionally as BIIA, is a Portuguese electronic music artist recognized for her eclectic techno sets that blend energetic, hard-hitting 90s beats with experimental sounds. She began her journey into electronic music at the age of 14, inspired by visits to her cousin’s DJ and production store, which ignited her passion for the genre. Now based in Barcelona, BIIA continues to captivate audiences with her immersive performances and innovative productions.

blk.

🆔 Zack Coughlan​

🌍 Emly, Tipperary, Ireland​

🏠 Tipperary, Ireland​

📝 Zack Coughlan, known professionally as blk., is an Irish DJ and producer recognized for his contributions to the hard techno scene. He released his debut album, Don’t Talk, Just Listen, in 2020, followed by Enter the Dragon in 2021. Notably, he became the first solo Irish DJ to headline Dublin’s 3Arena, marking a significant milestone in his career.

BSLS

​🆔 Vasilis Soulis​

🌍 Greece

🏠 Athens, Greece​

📝 Vasilis Soulis, known professionally as BSLS, is a Greek DJ and producer recognized for his hard and industrial techno sound characterized by raw analogue kicks, bass, and drums combined with eerie synths. In 2021, he co-founded ‘The Hunters’ with 6EJOU, focusing on exclusive live sets ranging from industrial techno to hardcore. His performances have graced notable events like the Verknipt Easter Special, and his releases include the ‘Space Travel EP’ on Cherry Moon Records.

Brecc

🆔 Marvin​

🌍 Utrecht, Netherlands​

🏠 Utrecht, Netherlands​

📝 Marvin, known professionally as Brecc, is a Dutch DJ and producer from Utrecht, renowned for his powerful techno sound layered with industrial textures and intense synths. He has released notable EPs such as “Hell 999” on NineTimesNine and “Barrage Of Noise” on Sacred Court, contributing significantly to the contemporary techno landscape. Brecc’s dynamic performances have graced prominent festivals, including Verknipt and By the Creek, solidifying his presence in the European techno scene.

Barbara Lago

🆔 Bárbara Lago​

🌍 Northern Spain

🏠 A Coruña, Spain​

📝 Bárbara Lago is a Spanish DJ and producer who began her musical career in 2015 after moving to A Coruña. Her dynamic sets blend hard-hitting techno with rave-inspired elements, reflecting her evolution from melodic sounds to harder, industrial textures. She has performed at prominent festivals like Dreambeach and Kappa FuturFestival, sharing stages with artists such as Amelie Lens and Oscar Mulero.

Brulée

🆔 Guillaume Régis​

🌍 France​

🏠 Unknown​

📝 Guillaume Régis, known professionally as Brulée, is a French DJ and producer specializing in techno and hard techno genres. His contributions to the electronic music scene have been recognized in various techno communities.

Caravel

🆔 Caravel​

🌍 France​

🏠 Rotterdam, Netherlands

📝 Caravel is a French DJ, producer, promoter, and label owner known for her dynamic fusion of industrial techno rhythms with complex melodies. Her hard-hitting productions have been featured on renowned labels such as Exhale and Sacred Court, captivating audiences worldwide. In addition to her production and DJ talents, she orchestrates Resilience parties globally, creating unique experiences that blend intense music with immersive atmospheres.

Carla Schmitt

​🆔 Carla Schmitt​

🌍 France​

🏠 Paris, France​

📝 Carla Schmitt is a French DJ, producer, and choreographer known for infusing the French techno scene with a fresh perspective. Her music, characterized by a dark, sensual energy, reflects her background as a professional dancer and choreographer. She has released tracks on labels such as EXHALE and KR Records, and has performed at venues including Rex Club and Centrale93.

Carv

🆔 CARV (Criminal & Rough Version)​

🌍 Frankfurt, Germany​

🏠 Frankfurt, Germany​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “Sweat and Blood”
• “Mind Off”​

📝 CARV is a German hard techno DJ and producer known for his relentless energy and enigmatic persona. He founded the label Masked Rules in 2024 to support emerging artists and challenge the status quo, fostering a community where self-expression reigns supreme. With tracks like “Sweat and Blood” and “Mind Off,” CARV has made a significant impact on the global hard techno scene, delivering raw, high-energy performances that captivate audiences worldwide.​

🎵 Experience CARV’s sound → stream the latest releases now!​

Cassie Raptor

🆔 Cassie Raptor​

🌍 Paris, France

🏠 Paris, France​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “1984”
• “Disturbed”​

📝 Cassie Raptor is a French hard techno DJ and producer known for blending trance, metal, and dark techno influences into her music. Her tracks are characterized by powerful kicks, organic textures, and evocative vocals, creating a raw and cathartic energy on the dancefloor. She has gained recognition for her unique fusion of genres and her dynamic performances at major festivals across Europe.

With tracks like “1984” and “Disturbed,” Cassie Raptor has made a significant impact on the global hard techno scene, delivering relentless energy in every set. Her artistic journey is a testament to her versatility, seamlessly blending visual artistry with music production and DJing.

🎵 Experience Cassie Raptor’s sound → stream the latest livesets now!

Charlie Sparks

🆔 Charlie Sparks​

🌍 Kawasaki, Japan​

🏠 London, UK​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “Rude Boy Selecta”
• “Acid Alarm”

📝 Charlie Sparks is a British techno DJ and producer known for his high-energy sets that blend acid, industrial, rave, and psytrance grooves. He has gained recognition for his unique sound and dynamic performances at major festivals worldwide. ​

With tracks like “Rude Boy Selecta” and “Acid Alarm,” Charlie Sparks has made a significant impact on the global techno scene, delivering relentless energy in every set. ​

🎵 Experience Charlie Sparks’ electrifying sound → stream the latest releases now!

CLTX

🆔 Clément Teixeira​

🌍 Paris, France​

🏠 Berlin, Germany​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “Rave In Pink”​
• “My Bassline Drives You Crazy”​

📝 CLTX is a French techno DJ and producer known for blending heavy metal influences into his techno productions, characterized by powerful kicks, ravey vibes, and raw structures. He has gained recognition for his dynamic performances at major festivals worldwide and for running his own imprints, TX & Autonome Records. ​

With tracks like “Rave In Pink” and “My Bassline Drives You Crazy,” CLTX has made a significant impact on the global techno scene, delivering relentless energy in every set. ​

🎵 Experience CLTX’s fusion of heavy metal and techno → stream the latest releases now!

Clara Cuve

🆔 Clara Cuvé​

🌍 Munich, Germany​

🏠 Berlin, Germany​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “Control”​
• “4 am”​

📝 Clara Cuvé is a German techno DJ and producer known for her energetic sets that seamlessly blend fast and groovy techno with elements of breakbeat, jungle, and hardcore. Trained in classical piano from the age of four, Clara’s deep love for music naturally led her to accumulate a diverse record collection and start DJing. She gained recognition through her residency at Munich’s “Rote Sonne” and her involvement with the Stock5 label, eventually making her way to Berlin, where she now plays regularly at renowned clubs across Europe. ​

With tracks like “Control” and “4 am,” Clara Cuvé has made a significant impact on the global techno scene, delivering raw, relentless energy in every set. Her dynamic performances have graced major festivals such as DGTL, Intercell, Awakenings, and Melt, showcasing her ability to connect with audiences through her unique fusion of genres. ​

🎵 Experience Clara Cuvé’s electrifying sound—stream the latest releases now!​

CLOUDY

🆔 Claudia Koziolek​

🌍 Germany​

🏠 Cologne, Germany​

📝 CLOUDY is a German techno DJ known for her hard, melodic, and dark style, characterized by driving basslines, emotional crescendos, and captivating vocals. She began her musical journey in July 2021 and quickly made a name for herself in the local techno scene. Her dynamic performances have graced major festivals, showcasing her ability to connect with audiences through her unique fusion of genres.​

🎵 Experience CLOUDY’s electrifying sound — stream the latest livesets now!

Creeds

🆔 Willy Taconné​

🌍 Nantes, France​

🏠 Nantes, France​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “Push Up”
• “Donkers”​

📝 Creeds is a French DJ and producer known for his unique fusion of hard techno, Frenchcore, and trance elements. He began his musical journey with classical piano training, which laid the foundation for his melodic yet hard-hitting sound. His dynamic performances have graced major festivals, showcasing his ability to blend melodies with rough rhythms.

With tracks like “Push Up” and “Work That,” Creeds has made a significant impact on the global hard techno scene, delivering raw, relentless energy in every set. His track “Push Up” achieved platinum status in 2024, reflecting its widespread acclaim.

🎵 Experience Creeds’ electrifying fusion of hardbeats and tekno — stream the latest releases now!

Cynthia Spiering

🆔 Cynthia Spiering​

🌍 Dordrecht, Netherlands​

🏠 Rotterdam, Netherlands​

📀 Must-Hear Tracks:

• “No Other Way”​
• “Endless Dreams”​

📝 Cynthia Spiering is a Dutch techno DJ and producer known for her energetic sets that blend classic rave and acid sounds with hard, uncompromising kick drums. She has gained recognition for her performances at major Dutch events such as Rotterdam Rave, Welcome To The Future, and Unpolished. In 2019, she launched her own label and event series, Courtoisy Records, releasing music from talented artists like Falhaber, Brecc, and SWART.

With tracks like “No Other Way” and “Endless Dreams,” Cynthia Spiering has made a significant impact on the global techno scene, delivering raw, relentless energy in every set. Her ability to expertly combine upbeat melodic cuts with driving percussion has brought her across the Netherlands and beyond. ​

🎵 Experience Cynthia Spiering’s electrifying fusion of classic rave and acid sounds with modern hard techno — stream the latest livesets now!​

DAVID TEMESSI

🆔 David Temesvari
🇭🇺 Hungary
🏠 Germany

👉 Hard Techno / Schranz / Industrial
🔥 Known for: DSR Digital, Extended sets, Balaton Sound, Sziget Festival
🎚️ Sound: Raw, relentless, minimalistic Schranz with industrial textures
📀 Must-hear track: “Schranzerkampfwagen” – a pure Schranz assault

💡 David Temessi, born in 1983 in Hungary, is a self-taught techno DJ and producer who has been shaping the hard techno landscape since 2010. In 2011, he founded DSR Digital, a label that has become a cornerstone for hard techno enthusiasts worldwide. His “Extended” event series, launched in 2020, showcases his ability to captivate audiences with marathon sets ranging from 3 to 8 hours, a rarity in Hungary’s techno scene. Temessi’s performances at major festivals like Balaton Sound and Sziget Festival have solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the genre.

DAX J

🆔 Dax Heddon
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🏠 United Kingdom

👉 Hard Techno / Industrial / Acid
🔥 Known for: Monnom Black label, marathon sets at Berghain, “Offending Public Morality” album
🎚️ Sound: Raw, relentless, with roots in jungle and drum & bass
📀 Must-hear track: “Offending Public Morality” – a defining statement of his techno ethos
📍 Liveset tip: Dax J at Intercell x Chlär Invites | ADE 2024 – a testament to his skill

💡 Dax J, born Dax Heddon, is a London-born, Berlin-based DJ and producer renowned for his uncompromising approach to techno. Starting his musical journey in the UK’s jungle and drum & bass scenes, he transitioned to techno after a transformative season in Ibiza. In 2013, he founded the Monnom Black label, which has become a cornerstone for hard techno enthusiasts. His 2018 album, “Offending Public Morality,” received critical acclaim and solidified his position in the global techno circuit. Known for his marathon sets, including a notable 10-hour performance at Berghain, Dax J continues to push the boundaries of electronic music.

Daniella da Silva

🆔 Daniella da Silva
🇿🇦 South Africa
🏠 Germany

👉 Hard Techno / Industrial / Rave Techno
🔥 Known for: HÖR Berlin, ADE, Kappa FuturFestival, Ultra Peru & Chile
🎚️ Sound: High-octane kicks, emotional synths, industrial textures
📀 Must-hear track: “Racemancer” – a fusion of raw energy and melodic depth
📍 Liveset tip: Daniella da Silva @ Verknipt Festival 2024 – a showcase of her relentless energy and technical prowess

💡 Daniella da Silva, born in South Africa and now based in Berlin, has rapidly ascended in the global techno scene. Her journey began in South Africa’s renowned clubs like Truth and Carfax, followed by a significant impact on India’s club circuit. Since relocating to Berlin, she’s graced stages at HÖR Berlin, ADE, and Kappa FuturFestival, among others. Her sets are described as “a beautiful slap in the face,” blending industrial rawness with emotional depth. As a producer, Daniella channels her dancefloor energy into tracks released on labels like Suara, ART.143, and Reckless.

DEXPHASE

🆔 Dani Novoa
🇪🇸 Spain
🏠 Spain

👉 Hard Techno / Industrial / Rave Techno
🔥 Known for: Founder of Blackworks, Boiler Room debut, global festival appearances
🎚️ Sound: Relentless BPMs, industrial textures, acid-infused energy
📀 Must-hear track: “Neofuture5000” – a fusion of raw power and futuristic soundscapes
📍 Liveset tip: Boiler Room Madrid 2024 – a defining moment in his career

💡 Dexphase, born Dani Novoa in Madrid in 1997, is a driving force in Spain’s hard techno scene. In 2019, he founded Blackworks, a platform that has become synonymous with cutting-edge techno events and releases. His vision was to introduce Spain to the hardest and fastest sounds, bringing in artists like Nico Moreno, Dyen, Oguz, and Trym for their Spanish debuts. Dexphase’s own productions, such as “Neofuture5000”, “Follow My Rules”, and “Sacrilege Committed”, showcase his ability to blend industrial aggression with melodic depth. His performances have graced stages worldwide, including Monegros Desert Festival, Medusa Festival, and his notable Boiler Room debut in Madrid in January 2024.

DIØN

🆔 Dion Maas
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Hard Techno / Acid / Rave
🔥 Known for: Public Enemies, founder of Rough Material, performances at Awakenings, Verknipt, and Mysteryland
🎚️ Sound: High-BPM techno infused with acid lines, rave stabs, and gabber-inspired energy
📀 Must-hear track: “Public Enemies (Hard Rework)” – a relentless techno anthem
📍 Liveset tip: Boiler Room Madrid 2024 – a defining moment in his career

💡 DIØN, born Dion Maas in 1998, is a Dutch DJ and producer who has rapidly ascended in the hard techno scene. Inspired by 90s gabber and hardcore, he blends these influences with modern industrial techno to create a unique sound. His track “Public Enemies” became a breakout hit, leading to a harder rework released on his own label, Rough Material, in 2024 . DIØN has graced stages at major festivals like Awakenings, Verknipt, and Mysteryland, captivating audiences with his high-energy sets.

D.N.P

🆔 Dennis Pierneef
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Hard Techno / Industrial / Acid
🔥 Known for: Atmospheric industrial sets, support from Paula Temple, SNTS, Kobosil
🎚️ Sound: Brutal kicks, cinematic tension, acid-drenched textures
📀 Must-hear track: “Compulsive Obsession” – a haunting industrial anthem
📍 Liveset tip: D.N.P @ Podium Victorie, Alkmaar (May 2025) – relentless and immersive

💡 D.N.P (Dennis Pierneef) is a Dutch DJ and producer based in Amsterdam, renowned for his signature sound that combines hard kicks and atmospheric melodies. With a relentless drive to challenge the status quo, D.N.P’s performances showcase his passion for dark and raw industrial sounds. Over the years, he has earned the support of notable artists such as Paula Temple, SNTS, Noneoftheabove, Kobosil, and 999999999.

DYEN

🇳🇱 Netherlands
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Hard Techno / Neo-Rave / Gabber-Influenced
🔥 Known for: Founder of RECKLESS label, performances at Awakenings, Verknipt, and Boiler Room
🎚️ Sound: High-BPM techno infused with 90s gabber, hardcore, and industrial elements
📀 Must-hear track: “MDMA” – a relentless techno anthem
📍 Liveset tip: Boiler Room Madrid 2024 – a defining moment in his career

💡 DYEN, hailing from Rotterdam, is a Dutch DJ and producer who burst onto the techno scene in 2017. Drawing inspiration from the 90s gabber and hardcore scenes, he blends these influences with modern industrial techno to create a unique sound. His label, RECKLESS, has become synonymous with cutting-edge hard techno, showcasing both his productions and those of emerging artists. DYEN’s high-energy sets have graced stages at major festivals like Awakenings and Verknipt, captivating audiences with his relentless beats and innovative approach to techno.

DTKØ

🇳🇱 Netherlands
🏠 Netherlands

👉 Hard Techno / Industrial / Acid
🔥 Known for: Performances at Verknipt Festival, releases on Falsive Records and Propaganda Records, collaborations with artists like Fantasm
🎚️ Sound: Relentless BPMs, industrial textures, acid-infused energy
📀 Must-hear track: “Fear Is Stronger Than Love” – a fusion of raw power and emotional depth
📍 Liveset tip: DTKØ @ Verknipt Festival 2024 – a showcase of their high-octane energy and technical prowess

💡 DTKØ is a hard techno duo from the Netherlands, rapidly ascending in the global techno scene. Formed by two friends with a shared passion for techno, they began producing together in early 2022. Their music is characterized by pounding beats, industrial textures, and acid-infused melodies, creating an intense and immersive experience for listeners. DTKØ has garnered support from prominent acts like Dyen, Nico Moreno, Shlømo, SNTS, Azyr, and Paula Temple, affirming their rising status in the hard techno community. Their performances at events like Verknipt Festival and collaborations with artists such as Fantasm highlight their commitment to pushing the boundaries of the genre.

DLV

🇦🇹 Austria
🏠 Germany

👉 Hard Techno / Acid / Rave
🔥 Known for: “Rave Instructor,” EXHALE, Voxnox, Acid Techno Techno Club
🎚️ Sound: Sinister peak-time techno, acid-infused rave energy, industrial textures
📀 Must-hear track: “Der Pakt” – a dark, driving anthem featured on EXHALE’s compilation
📍 Liveset tip: DLV @ Grelle Forelle, Vienna – a masterclass in high-octane techno

💡 DLV, born in Vienna and now based in Berlin, has carved a niche in Europe’s techno scene with his intense and eclectic sound. His underground hit “Rave Instructor” garnered support from techno heavyweights like Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, and Regal. As the founder of Acid Techno Techno Club, a Vienna-based label and event series, DLV has been instrumental in promoting the techno culture both as an artist and behind the scenes. His track “Der Pakt” was featured on EXHALE’s compilation, further solidifying his position in the scene. DLV’s performances are known for their relentless energy, captivating audiences across Europe.

Doruksen

🆔 Doruk Abatay
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🏠 United Kingdom

👉 Acid / Hard Techno / 90s Rave Revival
🔥 Known for: Releases on Trifec.one, performances at Overdrive events, and a distinctive blend of acid and hard techno
🎚️ Sound: 303 acid basslines, hard techno rhythms, infused with melodic 90s vibes and modern hardcore elements
📀 Must-hear track: “Intoxicated” – a fusion of raw energy and nostalgic melodies
📍 Liveset tip: Doruksen @ Overdrive, Novi Sad – a showcase of his high-octane energy and technical prowess

💡 Doruksen, born Doruk Abatay in Cyprus and now based in London, is a DJ and producer known for his unique fusion of acid and hard techno. Since stepping into the scene in early 2021, he has been recognized for combining 303 acid basslines with hard techno rhythms, creating a sound that resonates with both nostalgic and modern audiences. His track “Intoxicated” exemplifies this blend, delivering a relentless yet melodic experience. Doruksen has performed at notable events like Overdrive in Novi Sad, showcasing his ability to captivate audiences with his dynamic sets.

DXPE

🆔 Pablo Julian
🇦🇷 Argentina
🏠 Spain

👉 Hard Techno / Techno / Acid
🔥 Known for: Releases on Trifec.one, performances at Overdrive events, and a distinctive blend of acid and hard techno
🎚️ Sound: 303 acid basslines, hard techno rhythms, infused with melodic 90s vibes and modern hardcore elements
📀 Must-hear track: “Intoxicated” – a fusion of raw energy and nostalgic melodies
📍 Liveset tip: DXPE @ Overdrive, Novi Sad – a showcase of his high-octane energy and technical prowess

💡 DXPE, born Pablo Julian in Argentina, is a DJ and producer known for his unique fusion of acid and hard techno. Since stepping into the scene, he has been recognized for combining 303 acid basslines with hard techno rhythms, creating a sound that resonates with both nostalgic and modern audiences. His track “Intoxicated” exemplifies this blend, delivering a relentless yet melodic experience. DXPE has performed at notable events like Overdrive in Novi Sad, showcasing his ability to captivate audiences with his dynamic sets.