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This is the first VA compilation from friends of Jack had a Groove showcasing different styles of techno. 

VLAN - https://soundcloud.com/vlan-dj2
Tyler the Raver -  https://www.instagram.com/tylertheraver
Noisy Shaun - https://soundcloud.com/noisyshaun
Breaker breaker - https://soundcloud.com/user-311527174
Ryan Best - https://soundcloud.com/ryanbest
•INCØGNITØ• - https://www.instagram.com/i__n__c__o__g__n__i__t__o
Mr.Techno - https://soundcloud.com/bradleemuzik
Lively Racket - https://soundcloud.com/livelyracket

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NOVA NOSTRA is a Belgian DJ with a groovy, hypnotic and rhythmic style. Passionate about electronic music, he aspires to bring his captivating world to an ever-widening audience. With dynamic sets and carefully crafted mixes, he takes listeners on a spellbinding journey where driving rhythms and hypnotic melodies merge to create an immersive, unforgettable experience. Ready to dive into his captivating musical universe?

https://soundcloud.com/fabian-paquay

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TOYOS is an Asturian DJ from the north of Spain. Influenced throughout his life by Berlin rhythms and the Asturian essence, he moves in a style of dark, atmospheric, old school and raw techno. Passionate about traditional 90s techno, he mixes in his personal sets past and present sounds full of witchcraft, including melodic touches. It can be defined as a roller coaster that goes from less to more.

 https://soundcloud.com/toyos_wav/

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4BLISS# is a DJ inspired by the dark, hypnotic sounds of Berlin’s techno scene. His style is raw and provocative - aims to push boundaries and evoke intense emotions, whether positive or confrontational. Through aggressive, mesmerizing beats, he creates a space to explore taboo subjects, breaking down walls of shame, repression, and societal norms.  

Rooted in Berlin’s underground, he has played at venues like Zur Klappe, Lauschangriff, and Schwuz, turning each set into a visceral journey. Now, he is building his own collective to foster a community of artists and thinkers unafraid to face discomfort and create change.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_4bliss4_/
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/4bliss4
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPx6vPrC62_dImS4EynrxgA

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•INCØGNITØ• - O.N.E (Original Mix) [JHGVA001]

Mr.Techno - Episodes Musica de Rytmico [JHGVA001]

Breaker Breaker - Curb Stomp [JHGVA001]

Ryan Best - Weekend Drum [JHGVA001]

VLAN - Light Theory [JHGVA001]

Tyler the Raver - Tool1 [JHGVA001]

Noisy Shaun - Quantum Foam [JHGVA001]

Lively Racket - Alternative [JHGVA001]

I’m a 19 year old Dj from Munich and I would describe my sound as quite diverse. I usually enjoy mixing both classic and modern house, more recently also on vinyl, but I also have a passion for techno. A club that greatly educated me on both the techno and house sound that I’m into, is the infamous Blitz club in Munich and spending a fair amount of time on that dancefloor has really helped to inspire me and shape my sound. 
In this mix I tried to encasulate all the different subgenera or types of techno music that I love and how I would structure them into a peak time or closing set in the club. I think that usually doing longer transitions with house music gives me a more interesting approach when mixing techno and helps me to draw transitions out and layer effectively. Hope you enjoy this mix as much as I did recording it. \

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soltmaen.mp3/
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/soltmaenn 

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With 25 years of life experience and a deep passion for electronic music, I’ve found my true calling in the hypnotic beats of techno. My journey began during my time in Amsterdam, where the city's underground scene ignited my love for the genre. Inspired by the electric energy of both Amsterdam and Berlin, I’ve honed my sound with a focus on deep, hypnotic techno that transports listeners into another realm.
My sets are a reflection of my connection to the Berlin scene, blending atmospheric rhythms and pulsating basslines that create an immersive experience. Each performance is a journey, where I aim to connect deeply with the crowd through the power of music. Techno isn't just a genre for me—it's a language that speaks directly to the soul.
Whether behind the decks or in the crowd, my mission is simple: to create an atmosphere where everyone can lose themselves in the rhythm and energy of the night.

https://www.instagram.com/__themayor_
https://soundcloud.com/mario-coluccio-431538841

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Franeva is a techno artist who started out her DJ career in the underground scene in Vancouver, Canada, and is from Seattle. Her signature playing style is dark, sensual, and textured, adding an experimental attitude to big-room techno. 

Instagram - 
https://www.instagram.com/f_____vf

SoundCloud - 
https://on.soundcloud.com/BtcjKq7FwAtLzw2m9

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KLM is a Dj/ producer from the West Coast of Ireland. KLM’s style has been curated from years of being apart of various dancefloors, where his style has slowly refined to driving hypnotic grooves and piercing percussion with the goal of bringing together groups of different cultures to a neutral zone where locking in to the groove is the goal. 

Experiencing music scenes in different European countries and feeling the energy of these dancefloors, his sets and productions aim to lock you into various grooves and nose crunching baselines. 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klm.wav
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/calym17

AKATALYST is the new alias of Aaron Keaveney, delivering precision-driven beats that electrify any crowd. The name is a nod to both his initials and his background in science, embodying the power of a catalyst—igniting dancefloors with driving, hypnotic, and groovy techno.

Under his own name, Aaron has played across Ireland, with gigs in Sligo, Donegal, Galway, Belfast, and Dublin—gracing renowned venues like the iconic Telegraph Building and Silo. Now, with AKATALYST, he’s taking his sound to the next level, bringing high-energy sets to new audiences.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akatalyst_
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dj_akatalyst


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Schöne is a dj based in Amsterdam, whilst he is relatively new to the scene, he has already developed a unique sound. With his sets he will try and achieve the purpose of techno: getting lost on the dancefloor. Embracing uneasy melodies and obscure soundscapes to take the listeners in whilst providing a rumbling kick to keep the feet going. He will take you places you rarely visit in your head.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_schone_dj
 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-314442064-69517751

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traysiee is an electronic artist from Vilnius, Lithuania, who has been passionate about music since an early age. His sound is a unique blend of layered textures, creating an immersive journey through rhythms and melodies. Specializing in hard groove, traysiee draws inspiration from artists like Ben Klock, Funk Assault, and Rødhåd. His sets combine raw energy with deep, hypnotic drive, delivering an unforgettable experience for listeners.

soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/user-901084350
instagram : https://www.instagram.com/traysiee_

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The Vortex Devils is a Guatemalan duo formed by DJs and producers Tyrano and Javvo, each boasting over a decade of experience in the vibrant Guatemalan electronic music scene.
Officially established in January 2024, the duo draws inspiration from the hypnotic and tribal groove scene, with influences from artists like T.A.M, Kryder, Alarico, Chlar, Alberto Tolo, and Are:Gone. Their signature sets are built around iconic tracks like 1977, Love Blaster, and Tribal Raw King, which serve as the foundation of their unique sound.
Avoid cliché DJ bios. Instead, share:
Where you’re from: Guatemala
The sound or subgenre you focus on: Tribal/Raw/Hypnotyc/Groove
Any promo groups, labels, or collectives you’re part of (name-dropping is welcome!): Acid Mind Recordings, House Of Sound Recordings

https://soundcloud.com/vortex-devils
https://www.instagram.com/thevortexdevils

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Georgian DJ and producer Giorgi Gogebashvili is a self-taught artist whose style and love for electronic music was evident from an early age. At the age of 16, he began to study electronic music as an art and culture. He aimed to convey this or that period of his life through his music or the sound of his playing. His multi-genre music and style speaks volumes about what happened to him and what led to his stage name.Unsurprisingly, he navigates techno, trance and hypnotic melodies and powerful kick-bay sounds that create a busy and heavy emotional backdrop to his music.
such is the style and vision of his music.

https://soundcloud.com/anonymous-symbiote
https://www.instagram.com/anonymoussymbiote

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Hello, I’m mayx, coming from Kyiv, Ukraine.

The sunny spring weather completely stole my heart, and I couldn't resist channeling that energy into a spontaneous, easygoing session. No overthinking, just pure vibes - and it turned into one of my favorite mixes yet.

You will dive into fast, groovy, minimalistic, and enchanting rhythms that I’ve curated for this session.

https://soundcloud.com/iammayx
https://www.instagram.com/iammayyyxx

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My music is a journey through the depths of sound, creating a feeling of hypnotic trance and powerful energy flow. It is a combination of raw, deep and atmospheric techno, capable of immersing in altered states of consciousness. As a DJ from Ukraine, I strive to convey emotions through sound that cannot be expressed in words and create a space where rhythm and vibrations become the only guide.

https://www.instagram.com/io.illusion
https://soundcloud.com/py1gj60edvqz

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DJ Li Shou, from Tbilisi, stands at the forefront of the Georgian techno scene as the founder of the "Albtraum movement".
He mixes deep, dub, and groovy house with hypnotic break rhythms, creating unique soundscapes that captivate his audience.
True passion lies in crafting groovy, danceable tracks that ensure no one stays still. Known for his dynamic style and eclectic mixes  

https://soundcloud.com/albtraum_movement
https://www.instagram.com/shotaormotsadze
https://soundcloud.com/djlishou

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Urcensor is a DJ and producer based in Yerevan, Armenia. In his works you can notice an emphasis on working with loops and multi-channel mixing, which allows you to feel all the dynamics and power of different branches of techno music. Hypnotic, funky, hardgroove, all this can be heard and noticed in the new mix from the artist, which he recorded exclusively for Jack had a groove, enjoy!

https://www.instagram.com/urcensor/
https://soundcloud.com/urcensor

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Shørt, born in 1993 in Castellana Grotte (BA), discovered his love for music at an early age, inspired by his father’s influence. In 2012, he made his debut as a DJ at local festivals, sharing the stage with artists like Rebekah (CLR) and Marco Faraone.

After a brief hiatus, Shørt re-emerged, releasing a series of mixes that caught the attention of both local and international record labels. On March 20, 2018, he released his first track under the Sacred Ritual label, followed by his debut EP Dark Side on Sisma Rec on May 7, 2018.

Following another break, Shørt returned in 2021, continuing to carve his path in the electronic music scene.

https://www.instagram.com/short.music
https://soundcloud.com/shortdeejay

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For our 17th edition, we welcome Berlin-based DJ PASO808, known for his energetic sets filled with groove and percussive drive. Regularly playing across Berlin and beyond, PASO808 delivers a dancefloor-ready mix that’s full of rhythm, movement, and raw energy. Turn it up and let the drums take over.

https://soundcloud.com/paso808
https://www.instagram.com/paso.808/

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Episode 18 brings a hypnotic and high-energy mix from Sóley, a rising DJ from Tbilisi, Georgia. Blending groovy techno, acid, and touches of trance, this set is a deep dive into movement and mood—equal parts driving and dreamy.

Catch Sóley live on May 24 at Tbilisi Open Air / AlterVision, where she'll perform on the Freedom Music Stage.

https://www.instagram.com/teklazviadadze/
https://www.youtube.com/@Soleysounds
https://soundcloud.com/ssoley

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For episode 19, we welcome NOCTURNE D, a 24-year-old DJ and live performer from Tbilisi, Georgia, known for his emotionally charged and genre-blurring sound. Rooted in groovy hypnotic techno, trance, and hard house, NOCTURNE D’s sets dive deep into mood and momentum.

With a spontaneous, loop-based approach, he layers vocals, basslines, and textures live—shaping each performance in response to the space and the crowd. The result is raw, immersive, and unmistakably his own.

Press play and get lost in the moment.
https://www.instagram.com/nocturne_d.live/
https://soundcloud.com/tornike-davitashvili-805945925

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