Altinbas
(Observer Station)
Heady Interstellar Techno from Belgium
Aside from being a resident at the legendary Fuse Club in Brussels, he releases incredible records on labels such as Token and SK Eleven. Don’t miss this rare appearance from one of modern Techno’s fastest rising names.
BMG
(Interdimensional Transmissions)
Sunrise Psychedelia from the No Way Back co-founder
BMG catapults listeners into a hallucinatory journey where the boundaries between reality and the abyss blur together, manipulating the subconscious like a mind-altering elixir. Dead ass…no cap.
Centrific
(Intellephunk)
Heightened-state Techno for the evening hours
Normally, the TGB co-founder is on the late shift but this time around, he’s been tasked with kicking the party into overdrive on Saturday night just after the sun goes down. It’s understandable if you start melting earlier than scheduled.
Daniel Bell
(Accelerate)
Steady and heady Sunday morning grooves
Beside having written several of the most recognizable records in Techno history, Daniel Bell has spent a lifetime building a reputation as the undisputed king of sunrise sets. Expect a timeless experience for anyone still standing.
Detroit Techno Militia 2x4
(Detroit Techno Militia)
4 turntable Techno madness from The D
We needed to get the party started on Friday night, and we figured there was only one way to get it done! Call in the heavies: Tom Linder & DJ Seoul. It’s going down the old way…on 4 turntables with a bunch of records.
dj FATi
(dj FATi)
Leftfield Shimmering Dreamland
Expect genre-defying bliss and organic grooves from Canada’s Phoebé Guillemot aka RAMZi. She’ll be illuminating Kajunga World early Saturday evening. Might be responsible for the crop circles.
DJ Hyperactive
(4trk)
Spaced-out minimalistic Techno
Hyper is a midwest powerhouse that has been a favorite around the world for decades. For us, he’s headlining even when he’s not in the booth.
Dustin Zahn
(Enemy)
Pulasting Techno tales from the abyss
His marathon sets are built upon waves of mental workouts and shameless quirky grooves. Prepare yourself for a couple hours of equally heady and funky tunes from one of TGB’s co-founders.
GiGi FM
(Sea~rène)
Dreamlike euphoric Techno for the new generation
TGB was designed around music like hers…witchy, ritualistic, rhythms that push the boundaries of techno. Some of you are going to have a new favorite after this weekend! She’ll be the one conducting the sunset over the bean fields on Saturday evening.
Lindsey Herbert
(Evil Groove)
Fast-paced punishing Techno from the West Coast
Lindsey’s trajectory has been on a steady ascent in recent years. Her sets and productions have made her one of the most in-demand acts from Techno’s newest generation. The globetrotting fan favorite is back for round 3.
Lonefront
Uncoiled
Live Techno from one of Minneapolis’ best live performers
The Minneapolis-based producer and Intellephunk resident has gone from mpls local to domestic favorite in recent times. The last year has been a big leap in Lonefront’s career, filled with releases, and the debut of his label Uncoiled. This spring he will play his first shows in the EU.
Lychee
(Spontaneous Infinity)
Trippin’ & drippin Techno from a NY Selector
We’re not sure if their music is summoned from the abyss or from the clouds, but it definitely isn’t grounded in reality. One of our favorite new artists at TGB23 returns for the mainstage in 2024.
Jay York
(Enemy)
No bullshit fundamentalist Techno
Hand picked by Hawtin to support his 2023 U.S. tour, Jay focuses on the tried-and-true blueprint of classic Techno by incorporating modern sensibilities. Aside from blistering solo productions, he also co-runs the label “Toca” with TGB-alumni Mr. Decoder.
Neel
(Spazio Disponibile)
Intelligent, surrealist techno from Rome
Aside from being one half of “Voices from the Lake,” Neel has an incredible ear for heady, intelligent grooves that will make your mind work as hard as your feet. Expect pure class from an Italian maestro.
Overland
(Garmo)
Vancouver’s acid commander
Overland has quickly become a fan-favorite here in the midwest. Her eclectic approach to Techno wowed everyone at TGB ‘22 and MTP ‘23, so she’s back for another round!
Polygonia
(Qeone)
Organic, light-footed dance grooves from Munich
Polygonia’s classy and diverse musical range has made her one of the most exciting new acts to follow. From mid-00s minimal grooves to face-melting peak time techno, she can do it all.
Rhyw *Live*
(Voam)
Absurdity on the dancefloor, live and direct
Had enough of the loopy repetitive stuff? Get ready for a killer live experimental/sound-design leaning approach to Techno. We’ve been big fans for a few years now, and soon you will be too. To answer your question, it’s pronounced “Rue.”
Rødhåd
(WSNWG)
Neon-soaked dystopia from Techno’s other viking
We’re happy to welcome one of the most in-demand DJs on the planet. For those of you who will be ‘right in the middle of going all the fucking way,’ the Berghain regular is on banger duty for Saturday night.
Sandrien
(De School)
Heady Dutch Techno from one of Amsterdam’s best
Sandrien’s awe-inspiring record collection has landed her gigs as a resident DJ at two of Amsterdam’s most famous clubs, Trouw and De School. Since she blew everyone away at our MTP party in Detroit, we figured she’d be the perfect woman for the job to handle the coveted closing slot on Sunday night
Shaun J Wright
(Twirl Recordings)
Sunday afternoon’s House champion
From playing house and techno records around the world to their involvement with Hercules & Love Affair, Shaun J. Wright’s musical influence has reached multiple generations of party people. This performance is a must for anybody who loves to twirl and dip
Sterac aka Steve Rachmad
(Klockworks)
An education in Techno from one of Europe’s most legendary
As one of Amsterdam’s most prolific producers, he has 450+ credits spanning over 20 aliases, and 3 decades. His influential back catalog is respected by everyone from Techno purists to the biggest names in EDM…he’s just that guy!
Ternion Sound
(Sub.mission)
Minneapolis’ own Bass Weight Boi Band
We’ve watched these 3 guys go from snot nosed scene kids kicking around Minneapolis, to being one of the most sought after touring acts in the world of Dubstep. We’re thrilled that they were able to take time out of their busy schedule to headline our Saturday Night bass music showcase on the Communion Stage!
Wata Igarashi
(Midgar Records)
Chaos, meet Transcendence.
“He’s back again!” Actually, no…he never left the farm. He lives in Zahn’s RV now, he spoke to the goats, and they’ve formed an alliance. Ask anyone who was there for his closing sets, Wata nails it every time.