Dave Nellessen is a solo artist, music producer, songwriter and guitarist. 

Born in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dave began playing electric guitar at the age of 12, then got into songwriting at 17. After his rock band broke up and his teenage dreams of fame and glory were shattered, Dave never stopped working on his dream of making it in music. After being rejected from music college multiple times, Dave taught himself how to produce music from his bedroom, continuing to write songs and play guitar for the next couple of years, which eventually led to opportunities to work with artists in the music industry for some time, with Dave staying in the background.

In 2022, the dots finally started to connect when Dave eventually decided to now also sing on his songs and put out his own music. The songs are the culmination of a decade spent working on his craft. Writing, producing, singing, mixing and mastering all by himself in his home studio, he blends retro synthesizer sounds, guitars and modern pop elements to create a dreamy, nostalgic vibe. Melancholy with a hopeful undertone, always with the intention of creating a soundtrack for his own life, as well as for other daydreamers and the kids in the back of the class who are trying to find their way. His upcoming album ‘Like Yesterday‘ in 2023 will include a wide range of heartfelt, introspective songs about his teenage years and growing up, while all-along holding on to his lifelong dream of finding an audience for his music someday.

When Aradia walks down the street in Manhattan, she starts to hear music. 

For this Brooklyn native and entirely self-produced alt-pop electronica musician, it’s one of the best ways for her to glean inspiration. Aradia has been playing music since she was a child, and her roots in the classical music world yield intricate, layered work in the present-day.  

Citing the iconic German supergroup Kraftwerk as a formative inspiration in her musical journey, Aradia has a clear vision for the kind of music she wants to make and exactly how she wants to make it. Music from Aradia is hers through and through — turn on one of her tracks and it’s her vocals, her instrumentals, and her production come to life. 

If the music of Empire of the Sun and Def Leppard were to intertwine with Robyn and Marina and the Diamonds, it might be getting close to the sonic worlds Aradia builds from scratch every day — but, even so, Aradia is something all her own. When inspiration strikes, whether it be in the middle of the night or on those New York streets, a song can often arrive as more than a melody or beat. She can build both parts of a new track simultaneously, allowing a song to enter her canon already fully-formed. 

Her recent track, “Gamma,” offered the perfect entry point for new listeners. Recalling the energetic, cosmic hyperpop of Charli XCX, “Gamma” takes off from the jump, a joyful, energetic celebration of life encapsulated in a three minute journey. 

Aradia loves being onstage, considering the communal experience of live music something close to sacred. “I love playing shows, not because I love being on stage, but because when I see people’s energy go up while hearing my music, it makes me so happy that I almost feel like I can’t go on,” she explains. With years of performance experience under her belt, it’s easy to envision Aradia on festival lineups and in venues worldwide. 

Rather than focus on commercial response, Aradia is laser-focused on the details of a song feeling right. And, beyond that, she’s meticulous and passionate not just in production but in her social focuses, too. She’s eager to contribute to creating a more equitable world, and hopes to encourage more women to take up production, too. She loves being at the board, but wants more people like her in the room. 

The great thing about listening to an Aradia song, though, is with her imaginative touch, unique perspective, and expert skill set, that kind of world doesn’t feel quite so far away.

Overtracked is a Dutch DJ, producer, and label owner known for his infectious blend of tech house, minimal house, and deep house. Born in Rotterdam and shaped by the vibrant underground scenes of both Rotterdam and Zeeland, he brings a raw yet refined energy to every release and performance.

With four studio albums and a growing catalog of singles and EPs, Overtracked has built a reputation for crisp, driving productions filled with punchy drums, deep grooves, hypnotic synths, and acid-infused textures. His music has been released on respected labels such as Armada, Distance Music, IWant Music, and White Widow Records, reflecting both his versatility and growing global appeal.

As co-founder of the Housekult event series and founder of his own imprint, OVT Records, Overtracked continues to shape the sound of the underground — blending innovation with dancefloor impact.

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