In the early 1980s, Detroit’s Belleville Three (Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson) fused futuristic synths, funk, and European electronic influences to create a sound that would define generations. Techno was a sonic escape from industrial decline, a futuristic manifesto for the disenfranchised.

By the late ‘80s, techno crossed the Atlantic, igniting Europe’s underground. Berlin’s fall of the Wall in 1989 turned abandoned spaces into techno temples, like Tresor and Berghain, where the genre morphed into something darker, faster, and hypnotic. Today, techno is a global language, spoken in sweaty clubs, open-air festivals, and intimate warehouses. At ADE 2025, it’s the heartbeat of Amsterdam.

Industrial techno is techno’s raw, unfiltered cousin, aggressive, distorted, and dripping with the influence of EBM (Electronic Body Music) and noise. It’s the soundtrack to dystopian futures, where rhythm meets rebellion.

The queen of acid and industrial techno, Helena’s live sets are a masterclass in analog chaos. She’s a vinyl purist, her sets are 100% wax, no USBs allowed.

20 Years of Dave Clarke Presents

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Berghain’s former resident advisor, Marcel’s hypnotic industrial techno is a rite of passage. His sets are so precise, they’re compared to surgical procedures.
20 Years of Dave Clarke Presents

"The Baron of Techno" blends brutality with political commentary. His sets are a sonic protest. Clarke’s radio show, White Noise, is a cult favorite for techno purists.

The Politics of Dancing - Conference

20 Years of Dave Clarke Presents

Hard techno is all about speed, distortion, and energy. It’s the genre that turns clubs into pressure cookers, where the bass hits you in the chest and the BPM never lets up.

Though she dabbles in melodic techno, Amelie’s hard techno sets are legendary for their energy. Her LENSKE parties are some of the most sought-after events in Belgium. She's my favorite by the way.

Awakenings | Amelie Lens Presents Exhale

A force of nature, I Hate Models’ sets are a whirlwind of acid, industrial, and hard techno. he’s a cultural icon, known for his signature aesthetic: black leather, dark sunglasses, and an unmistakable stage presence that embodies the raw, rebellious spirit of hard techno.

Awakenings | Hard Opening Night

Minimal techno is the art of less-is-more. It’s about groove, repetition, and immersion, where every element is stripped back to its essence, creating a hypnotic, almost meditative experience.

Known for his live performances, Reinier blends melodic hooks with hard techno’s raw energy. A pioneer of minimal techno, Richie’s sets are legendary for their precision and innovation. His Plastikman alias is one of the most influential projects in electronic music.

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ZWART GOUD X YEARS INSTORES w/ Richie Hawtin & Mastering Black

Further x Homeless Homies

DVS1’s minimal techno is all about deep, driving grooves. His sets are a masterclass in rhythm. He’s also a vocal advocate for mental health in the music industry.

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Magda’s minimal techno often incorporates acid and experimental elements. She’s a co-founder of the iconic Items & Things label.

Love On The Rocks & Polifonic

Detroit techno is where it all began. It’s futuristic, soulful, and deeply rhythmic, blending the city’s industrial roots with the spirit of Motown.

A living legend, Jeff’s live sets with drum machines are a masterclass in Detroit techno. He’s also a vinyl archivist, with a collection of over 30,000 records.

A founder of Underground Resistance, Robert’s minimal techno is a blueprint for the genre.His track Minimal Nation is one of the most sampled techno records of all time.

Intercell x Chlär Invites

Carl’s techno blends Detroit’s roots with experimental and jazz influences. He’s also a mentor to younger artists, helping shape the next generation of techno producers.

Beyond the Hype: Building a Sustainable Narrative for African Electronic Music - Conference

Madam invites Detroit Love

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