Techno

A leading name within Italy’s techno landscape and beyond, DJ, producer and label owner Luca Agnelli’s musical journey continues to surge with releases and remixes via the likes of Drumcode, Soma and his own Etruria Beat imprint. Having played a series of stand-out shows to close the year including Universe82 Festival (Valencia), Duel (Naples) and... Read more »

Following a series of globally impactful single and EP releases in 2019, one of the circuit’s leading UK proponents, Rudosa, continues his rich vein of form in 2020 with the first of many sterling productions to come. Stepping up for remix duty on Joyhauser’s ‘Entropy’, the Mancunian delivers on acid sensibilities and tenacious percussion that... Read more »

Landing 10 years after his first concept album Full Circle, Wehbba announces the March release of his upcoming Straight Lines and Sharp Corners LP, marking his debut album contribution to Drumcode. Following a series of globally adored EPs and inclusions within the imprint’s esteemed A-Sides compilation series, the chart-dominating São Paulo native now reflects upon his life as ‘the artist’,... Read more »

Against a Dark Background – the full-length studio album from long-standing British techno duo, Spektre – is out now via Pleasurekraft’s esteemed Kraftek imprint. Following their critically-acclaimed debut album Casting Shadows Without Light in 2010 and their sophomore outing Cyclic Operations in 2013, Against a Dark Background is the third studio long-player from partners Paul... Read more »

As Oliver Huntemann gears up for another big year of touring and releases, we caught up with the German techno mainstay to discuss his credible label Senso Sounds, reworking his iconic track ‘Tranquilizer’, his newly established Taqueria restaurant ‘Holy Taco’ and much more. WWD: Hello Oliver, welcome back to WWD! Let’s dive straight in. 2019... Read more »

It’s been 12 months since the release of his acclaimed debut LP Transmission and now the globe-trotting techno maestro Julian Jeweil has returned to Drumcode with a stellar 5-track ‘Schema‘ EP. We caught up with the French techno talent to discuss his relationship with Adam Beyer, his music, tracks of the decade and much more.  WWD: Hello Julian, welcome to... Read more »

Renowned German DJ and producer Boris Brejcha has unveiled his hotly anticipated new album Space Diver, out now via Ultra Music. Space Diver is an epic, emotionally-charged journey, rich with atmospheric soundscapes in which Brejcha masterfully guides the listener through an array of terrain. Boasting 12 otherworldly tracks, the album opens with last summer’s hit ‘Gravity’, a melodic techno roller featuring... Read more »

The Spanish techno seasoned veteran Aitor Ronda leads the charge with three 3 original Techno tracks with a funky touch, retro flavour and loads of groove. The Elevate associate once again relies on his nerve to conquer the dance floors around the world with “The Rise of the Phoenix” EP; this is massive and well-designed... Read more »

16th December 2019 sees prolific Rome-based selector Frankyeffe team up with British DJ/producer A.S.H to release their stunning debut collaborative single, ‘Jealousy’ which will be released through the Italian DJ’s own Riot Recordings imprint. Having already racked up an impressive archive of notable releases – We Are The Brave, Filth On Acid, Tronic, Kraftek and Terminal M to name just a few – Frankyeffe’s rapidly expanding back catalogue hallmarks... Read more »

Carl Cox is an industry figurehead who’s legacy in music includes his iconic label Intec, which he runs with friend and business partner Jon Rundell, and the new release is from Hollen. Italian artist Hollen makes his Intec debut following a highly successful career that’s seen him feature on some of the worlds most influential... Read more »