A selected collection of uncompromising techno sets from talented artists i invited for a mix session or to play one of my events. No stats, just proper techno.

Kev invites

No stats, just proper techno.
Bern based Kranos (@kranos9)

Kev invites Kranos

No stats, just proper techno.
Gdańsk based Audioground (@audioground_dj)

Kev invites Audioground

No stats, just proper techno.
Vancouver based Kish (@kish18)

Kev invites Kish

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Bern based Dee Jota (@deejota) live from Solid Dark at Oliv Bern 2024-08-25 https://ra.co/events/1965017

Kev invites Dee Jota [live]

This episode of Kev Invites features a truly talented selector: Sideburned Hero!
Hailing from Murcia, this vinyl-only maestro delivers an authentic techno set that embodies his signature sound, inspired by a broad range of true techno music, including tracks reminiscent of dub and minimal techno. As the mastermind behind Foreign Mail, he’s no stranger to pushing boundaries in underground techno.

Thank you for the great set! 
Checkout the Label "Foreign Mail" (@foreignmail)
Bandcamp: https://foreignmail.bandcamp.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/shero_fmail

-- Tracklist --
Efdemin - Isobel [DIAL, 2004]
Lord Of The Isles - Grafta [CRAIGIE KNOWES, 2015]
South Union - Stage 1 (Taho Remix) [ADRENOGROOV, 2004]
Marco Zenker - Morpho [ILIAN TAPE, 2013]
Buck - Session Two [FROZEN BORDER, 2016]
Diego & Voco Derman - Imbalanced [KANZLERAMT, 2003]
Johannes Heil - Gospel Three [ODD EVEN, 2017]
Reality Or Nothing - Untitled (Kalon 08 (Sandwell Mix)) [RSB, 2010]
Basic Soul Unit - Flying Through The Fog [DOLLY, 2011]
EQD - Untitled B [EQUALIZED, 2017]
Barker - Gradients Of Bliss [OSTGUT TON, 2019]
Reeko - Segmento 4 [MENTAL DISORDER, 2012]
Oliver Ho - Palace [META, 2002]
Dario Zenker - Tilian [ILIAN TAPE, 2017]
Unknown Artist - Behind Golden Bars [FOREIGN MAIL, 2024]
Plastikman - Afrika [M_NUS, 1998]
Jeff Mills - Outsiders [PURPOSE MAKER, 1996]
User - Untitled B2 [00A, 2003]
Monrella - Replace [TRITONE, 1997]
Irazu - Shtamm (Regis Remix) [STALE, 2017]
Reeko - Inroad [THEORY RECORDINGS, 2010]
Danilo Vigorito - In (Remix) [INFORMALE, 2001]
Speedy J - Krikc (Umek Remix) [NOVAMUTE, 2002]
Pugilist - Guidance [3024, 2021]
Simo Cell - Cegetel [TEMET, 2023]
Surgeon - Untitled B1 [COUNTERBALANCE, 2000]
Dold - Window [BLUE HOUR, 2019]
Rhyw - Iroquois [AVIAN, 2017]

S. Hero / Foreign Mail

Kev invites Sideburned Hero [vinyl]

No stats, just proper techno.
Madrid based JTM (@jtmofc)

Kev invites JTM

No stats, just proper techno.
London based Minutiae (@minutiae_aiff)

Kev invites Minutiae

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Tbilisi based "Toshka" (@anton-turmanidze)

Kev invites Toshka

RinTin is a Stockholm-based DJ with an unrelenting passion for techno. Known for delivering raw, deep, and hypnotic sounds, RinTin’s sets are a musical journey whether you're losing yourself on the dancefloor, zoning out, or grooving solo with headphones. As a resident and co-founder of trivinity.club, RinTin embodies a commitment to curating unforgettable moments in the techno scene.

soundcloud.com/djrintin
instagram.com/djrintin

Kev invites RinTin

"AUTISTØNIC" is an Osaka-based DJ and underground techno sorcerer. He delves deep into the essence of underground techno, seamlessly weaving its sounds like a masterful spell. His mixes awaken the dormant energies of the underground, unveiling their hidden allure. With hypnotic precision, he draws listeners into otherworldly realms, leaving an indelible mark on their souls.

soundcloud.com/autistonic
https://youtube.com/@autistonic

Kev invites AUTISTØNIC

Born in Ireland and now based in Las Vegas, Keith O’Reilly has been DJing for over 30 years.
Starting his journey in Dublin, Ireland, Keith has since played across the UK, Spain, Mexico, and numerous cities in the U.S.

@keetdj
instagram.com/keithoreilly99

Kev invites Keith O'Reilly

Fourk is a versatile artist whose music fuses refined techno and psychedelic elements into a captivating journey. His releases on labels like Blackrod, Rawflex, BRVTAL, Concepto Hypnotico, TMM Records, and Trau-ma attest to his evolving sound. In 2022, he founded FourkRecords for complete creative control and direct engagement with listeners, also helping to showcase new talents. More than a performer, Fourk is a musical pioneer, driven by discovering new sounds and inspiring his audience.

soundcloud.com/fourktechno
instagram.com/_fourk__
facebook.com/Fourktechno
beatport.com/artist/fourk/974657

Kev invites Fourk

Hessen based Ferrara's journey in electronic music started in the '80s with legends like Depeche Mode & Front 242, leading him deep into the club scene of the '90s. From dancefloor to DJ booth, he has spun at various venues.

@manuelferrera
facebook.com/ferreradj

Kev invites Ferrera

Alexey is an Amsterdam-based producer and DJ who fuses the raw energy of 2000s techno with a forward-thinking modern sound.

Soundcloud: @alex_smirnov
Instagram: instagram.com/__alex_smirnov

Kev invites Alexey Smirnov

Talented and Manila based artist "Jem Davis" is blending ambient waves with raw, hypnotic and organic techno, a sound journey like no other.

Soundcloud: @hotlipz18
Instagram: https://instagram.com/zgzbasghd

Kev invites Jem Davis

HI/FI is a DJ and co-founder of Milan’s Groove Factory collective, renowned for his distinctive fusion of hypnotic, driving techno and hardgroove. His sound, defined by pulsating rhythms and immersive atmospheres, has become a key force in shaping Milan’s underground scene. With a visionary approach to music and nightlife, HI/FI brings his unique energy to some of the city’s most prominent clubs and events.

Hutchee is a rising DJ and producer based in Milan and co-founder of the Groove Factory collective. Representing the darker, hypnotic side of the collective’s sound, he seamlessly blends industrial-inspired textures with deep, rolling grooves. In 2024, Hutchee made his debut with an EP on dZb Records, marking the beginning of his ascent in the underground scene.

instagram.com/grooovefactory

Kev invites HI/FI & Hutchee

From the global rave scene to the booth, Berlin based DEN!SE.
Raised in Germany’s multicultural heart, discovered her love for electronic music early on. Her journey through the world’s most vibrant underground scenes shaped a style that’s wild, hypnotic, and full of surprise.

Instagram: instagram.com/dance7denise
Soundcloud: @dancedenise

Kev invites DEN!SE

Having released the Infusion EP with us—and with many more releases under his belt—this artist is a true perfectionist when it comes to the finer subgenres of techno. A connoisseur of sound, this is exactly why we take pride in bringing you high-quality artists, and this episode of our Kev invites podcast series is no exception.

With a full hour of carefully curated groovy and tribal techno beats, UK-based producer and DJ Le-Damøn is without a doubt an artist you need to hear.

Thank you
@le-damon-975102369
instagram.com/le_damon1

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Buy Infusion EP

Kev invites LE-DAMØN

From the underground of Bern to the global stage, Kadric has been delivering raw, driving techno since day one. With releases on some of the scene’s most respected labels and sets that have ignited everything from intimate clubs to massive festivals, he continues to push boundaries and keep the dancefloor moving.

soundcloud.com/kadricmusic
instagram.com/kadricofc
https://kadricofc.com

Kev invites Kadric

This episode of Kev invites we presents a special guest whos mix was inspiring. A new organic and harmonic touch to the typical beats represented on this series. A opening set recorded live from one of his last performances: Adri Malaki.
Founder and Director of Liberty Grounds Events, former owner of the nightclub Before & After, SEA representative of Miniclic Records, resident and promoter of Sonic Ulam, Adri navigates between his artistic career and his role in shaping the scene. His contributions to festivals, club nights, and art events have left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of his current home country, the Philippines.

SoundCloud: @adrimalakimusic
Instagram: adri_malaki

Kev invites Adri Malaki

Raver, Promoter, Curator, Producer, DJ — a dedicated force within the techno music scene. As the mind behind Solid Dark, a brand devoted to techno-centered content and events, I strive to elevate the essence of the genre.

Drawing inspiration from hypnotic grooves, tribal rhythms, intricate modulated sequences, and deep, immersive atmospheres, my sound and the music I promote capture the raw, underground, groovy and captivating spirit of techno.

With over a decade of experience in the electronic music scene, my journey began at a local youth center, leading to my first club gigs in 2012. Since then, I’ve found my niche within the techno community, continuously pushing boundaries and serving the scene with passion and purpose.

Based in Bern, Switzerland, I’ve been fortunate to travel to iconic and influential places in the techno community, becoming a regular visitor to some of the most famous techno clubs and underground communities. 

Rather sooner started hosting techno events ranging from community raves to mid sized club nights and large venues, inviting international artists as guests, further contributing to the local and regional techno movement.

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