Akua

Techno

HEADLINER

Akua is a Ghanaian-American DJ and producer who has established herself as a prominent figure in the contemporary techno landscape. Originally from Los Angeles and later based in Brooklyn, she relocated to Berlin in 2023 to further develop her craft within the European circuit. Her sound is defined by a raw, mechanized intensity that draws heavily from the rebellious spirit of 1990s North American techno, often incorporating acid-drenched basslines and frenetic percussion. She has performed at major institutions including Berghain, Movement Detroit, and Dekmantel, while maintaining a commitment to archiving and recontextualizing the genre's foundational history. Akua stands out for her no-nonsense, high-velocity mixing style that eschews fleeting trends to prioritize the authentic, driving essence of machine funk.

1morning

Techno

Emerging from the Los Angeles warehouse circuit, 1morning has established himself as a prominent voice in contemporary techno by channeling the raw intensity of the 1990s through a modern, vinyl-only lens. His production style is defined by rugged drum work, soulful grooves, and analog grit, often incorporating syncopated funk and hardgroove elements. Notable releases include the Modus Operandi EP on Fixed Rhythms and the 2025 EP Because I Told You So on Ilian Tape. He maintains a rigorous touring schedule with appearances at institutions such as Tresor, Blitz, and Draaimolen Festival, while frequently performing at New York City pillars like Nowadays and Basement. By prioritizing technical curation and a deep respect for dance music history, he offers a grounded alternative to the industry's trend-driven cycles.

Shyboi

Electronic

Shyboi is a Jamaican born, New York based multidisciplinary artist, DJ, and producer who utilizes sound to interrogate themes of identity, power, and cultural history. Positioned between Caribbean and American influences, their work seeks harmony through sonic disruption, often blending club rhythms with experimental textures. They are a prominent figure in the New York underground scene and a member of the queer artist collective KUNQ. Notable releases include the Rave Down Babylon EP, issued in 2020 via Allergy Season, and contributions to the Physically Sick compilation series. Beyond solo work, they perform as one half of the project FALSEBOI alongside False Witness and maintain a residency at the New York venue Nowadays.