WTCHCRFT

Techno

Anthony McLean, known as WTCHCRFT, is a Brooklyn, New York City based producer and DJ recognized for his aggressive, high-energy acid techno. Initially exploring trap, wave, and witch house, he pivoted to techno in 2020, a sound he infuses with vocal-driven, hip-hop-like flows. His releases include "1 4 U" (2024, Clasico), "Tissue Paper" (2023, Clasico), and "Temper Fuse" (2021, Sorry Records). A mainstay in Brooklyn's dance music scene, WTCHCRFT also performs regularly in Berlin, Germany, and has played at venues such as Bossa Nova Civic Club and Dweller festival. His sound is characterized by tough, charming, and groovy elements, often incorporating breaks and a distinct acid squelch. WTCHCRFT stands out for his ability to blend raw, driving techno with a unique vocal sensibility, carving a distinctive niche in contemporary club music.

Simzii

Trance

Haifa-born, New York City-based DJ and producer Sami Zreik, known as Simzii, bridges the gap between driving techno and dreamy progressive trance. His sound is characterized by hypnotic club rhythms, atmospheric synthesizers, and a distinct infusion of Arabic pop nostalgia. He made his studio debut with the two-track EP 'Yours Truly' on UK imprint PTD Records, while his track 'Hawalom' gained global traction after appearing on UMAY's 'Letters to a Future Palestine' compilation in 2024. A frequent presence in the Brooklyn underground, he regularly commands the decks at institutions like Bossa Nova Civic Club, Paragon, and Mood Ring alongside artists such as WTCHCRFT and 8ULENTINA. By seamlessly weaving Middle Eastern cultural touchstones into high-velocity club frameworks, Simzii stands out as a vital voice pushing trance into compelling new territories.