Declan James - Fugue (Decoder Remix)

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Obsidienne Label, part of TRIKAR

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Toronto, Ontario.

Various styles of music really grab my attention; Classical, Electronic, Jazz… Grew up appreciating the rock and disco records my brothers left lying around. Took up the piano at an early age after hearing my Mom play. Began playing in church and also began playing  percussion in high school and went on to study music in University. Enjoyed the synth sounds prevalent in 80’s music and smile every time I think of the days of my childhood roller skating at the roller rink listening to disco and 80’s music.  In the 90’s I  discovered all the genres I love and simply referred to them all as Techno. The live vinyl mix on my local radio station on Friday kept me tuning in.  I couldn’t wait to try out new music I found and drive everywhere listening to it the rest of the week. There was something about that driving beat and especially when it was blended with classical sounding music that got me hooked. I eventually found out most of the music and the artists I kept coming back to the most were producing in a style called Trance.  Once I had a genre name to look for, I knew which section of the Virgin record  store in Grapevine Mills to walk towards first. I distinctly remember looking on the internet for the artists on the CD’s I bought and finding out the various artist aliases I liked were some of the same producers. Fast forward 15 years while enjoying a career in sales, I finally pulled out my old Korg keyboard from 1993 and bought some software and picked back up where I left off with my love of creating and enjoying music! A couple good friends let me play and mix on their CDJ’s during a birthday party and I was in love! I Hope you enjoy my tracks! You can also catch my piano playing on my socials and my electronic productions here! Thank you for any comments, feedback, likes, and reposts!! Love seeing people from all around the world including the two countries I’ve lived in enjoy my music! Special thanks to the musicians who have influenced me and those who have personally provided guidance and feedback as well!

Born and raised in Atessa, a small town in the province of Chieti, located in the Abruzzo region of Italy.


Mirko Antico has truly carved a distinctive path in the world of techno. His story starts in the small town of Atessa in the Abruzzo region, a place not typically associated with the global techno scene, but one that clearly left its mark on his early years. His deep connection to the dark, minimalistic sounds is evident in the music he produces and plays as a DJ.

The pivotal moment in Mirko's career came when he attended Minus Contakt in Rome, an event organized by his idol Richie Hawtin. The experience sparked his journey into DJing and eventually into music production. This event became the catalyst for his creative growth, igniting a passion that would push him to constantly evolve his sound.

His productions, marked by a sharp, minimalistic edge, have been played by some of the biggest names in the industry. The list of DJs and producers who have supported his tracks is impressive, ranging from techno le to rising stars in the scene like Fabio Florido and Milos Vujovic. This widespread recognition is a testament to the quality and impact of his work.

What sets Mirko apart is his ongoing dedication to refining his sound. Whether he's in the studio or playing to a crowd, he’s constantly experimenting and evolving, ensuring that his music remains fresh and relevant in a scene that thrives on innovation. It’s this commitment to growth and his passion for the darker, more minimalistic elements of techno that continue to drive his success.
Mirko Antico is an accomplished Italian techno producer, and a DJ with a special taste for the dark and minimalistic.

Fast forward some years and he attends that one event that marked the genesis of his inspiration. Minus Contakt, held in Rome and organised by his idol Richie Hawtin is the set point in Mirko’s calendar that got him DJing and then soon after into production as well…

Techno Collective / Based in Dallas, TX 

Founded by @declanjamesmusic

Inquiries: voidwaretechno@gmail.com

Declan James - Fugue (Decoder Remix)

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