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Michael Ius is a Romanian classical music guitarist who later transitioned into techno,
showcasing his versatility as an artist. He graduated from the George Enescu Music High School, followed by the Music University in Bucharest, where he specialized in classical guitar. Being a live sound engineer for live bands and a pop music producer, Michael was
always drawn to the technical side of music. In 2012, when he discovered techno, it was
an instant connection. 

In 2020, Michael began searching for a distinctive sound he genuinely enjoyed producing, one that resonated with him personally. After three and a half years of experimentation and development, he finally found it. Consistently producing in his refined style, he started receiving support from prominent underground artists and labels, leading to releases on “Maloer Records”, “OUT OF PLACE”, “SYXT”, “Duplicity”, and more, as well as his own “IUS” series on Bandcamp. His music is supported by: Lobster, MARRØN, Amoral, Lindsey Herbert, MKO, Grace Dahl, and more

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XTRZ Podcast 018 - Michael Ius

Release day!

This eleventh podcast of the Elata Series features michael ius, a Romanian artist, a classical guitarist who turned into a techno producer.
He started producing techno in 2019 and developed his sound through constant experimentation.
Now, with releases on Maloer Records, WSNWGBTZ, OUT OF PLACE, SYXT, Duplicity, and his own IUS series on Bandcamp, he is supported by underground artists and labels.

We are extremely happy to have Michael on our Series. When we discovered his music, we directly felt a special connection with what we want to express and played countless of his tracks during our different events. We also had the chance to meet him and we discovered a lovely human on top of a very talented producer and we are sure we will have much ore collaboration in the future.

Thanks Michael, your music is amazing !

Support the artist:
Bandcamp: https://michael-ius.bandcamp.com
Soundcloud: @michael-ius-techno 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael.ius.techno/

Last releases:
michael ius - FM [Raw Pendulum VA, 2025] https://rawpendulum.bandcamp.com/track/fm
michael ius - Electric Impulse [RØDHÅD PRESENTS: SOLARA MELFERA - WSNWGBTZ011, 2025] https://rodhad.bandcamp.com/album/r-dh-d-presents-solara-melfera-wsnwgbtz011
michael ius & Luar - Untrue [Evil Groove VA, 2025] https://evilgrooverecords.bandcamp.com/track/untrue
michael ius - Ocean of Being EP [Self Release, 2024] https://michael-ius.bandcamp.com/album/ocean-of-being-ius-06

** Picture is a shot from Hackney in London

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Elata Series 011 w/ michael ius

Michael Ius is a Romanian classical guitarist who turned techno producer.  He started producing techno in 2019 and developed his sound through constant experimentation. 
Now, with releases on Maloer Records, WSNWGBTZ, OUT OF PLACE, SYXT, Duplicity, and his own IUS series on Bandcamp, he is supported by underground DJs and labels.

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Artwork by Stela Alusi

ORBIT Series #36 - Michael Ius

Romanian classical music guitarist turned techno artist.
Born in 1986, in Bucharest, Romania, michael ius began studying classical music at the age of 14. He completed his education at the George Enescu Music High School,followed by the Music University in Bucharest, where he specialised in classical guitar.

Michael's first encounter with techno came in 2012, when he discovered a new
Universe of thoughts and emotions.
Since then, he has been tirelessly exploring and refining his production skills, earning the support of numerous underground artist around Europe.

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OECUS Podcast 457 // MICHAEL IUS

016 - MICHAEL IUS

(interview below)
For our 16th podcast episode we introduce you to the romanian DJ and producer Michael Ius who blends classical roots with a deep passion for techno.

INTERVIEW
You took classical guitar lessons for 14 years and studied music at university – what was the decisive moment or thought that led you to dedicate yourself entirely to techno production?

All my life I performed other people’s music, whether it was classical or pop. Later I was a guitarist in multiple cover bands. In 2012, I attended a music festival in Bucharest where Luciano was playing. It was melodic techno and it was also the first time I connected with myself on a deeper level. My musical synapses suddenly opened and I instantly fell in love with synthetic sounds. Loved the lowend and the punch! I started producing electronic music in 2016, step by step, and in 2023 I found my current sound and stayed consistent with it.

You're part of the Techno Diatom collective in Bucharest – how would you describe the collective's musical vision and vibe, and what makes your approach different compared to the international scene?

Me, together with Techno Diatom, wanted to bring something different to the local techno scene on a bigger scale. We wanted to actively promote it (via social media ads) to reach more people who like techno and let them know that a “new” subgenre is now present in Bucharest through Techno Diatom. Here in Bucharest and Romania in general, most techno events are focused on Rominimal (which is really good) with slow BPM, Tech House (very commercial), and Hardcore Techno (very fast). Nothing in between.
Compared to the international scene, there’s no real comparison – we’re basically inspired by the international Deep Raw Hypnotic Techno scene, and we’re grateful for that. Western Europe’s electronic music has been going on for generations, and here in Romania we’re just starting to scratch the surface.

In classical music, you work a lot with sheet notes, but these days you probably work more with software and sounds – how has your creative process changed since switching from sheet notes to electronic music production?

Having strong music theory behind me, plus jazz harmony and colorful chords, helped me understand a lot of things faster. I used that knowledge a lot when producing melodic techno in the beginning. But when I went deeper into the real underground minimal techno sound, the theory became useless. Techno has a lot of tension, and if you stay in key, it often sounds too static or melodic. Now the only thing I really use is the octaves. If you “play” the “lead” or “stabs” in the right octave, it works. Everyone can do this by analyzing techno tracks with a frequency analyzer, hovering the mouse on the frequencies when you hear something, and you’ll see in which octave it was played.

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Artwork by Janu Krohm

6D. Podcast 016 - Michael Ius

We’re excited to present the fourth release on Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings] — a label driven by artistic freedom and a passion for bold, genre-defying sounds.

For this instalment, we hand the reins to Michael Ius, who delivers a no-holds-barred Techno EP that goes straight for the jugular. Precision-built for the dance floor, these tracks channel pure, high-voltage energy with razor-sharp detail and depth.

To elevate the release even further, we've brought in none other than Lobster for remix duties. His reinterpretation twists the original into something raw and mind-bending, adding a fresh dimension while keeping the intensity intact.

This release is a tribute to the raw power of Techno. Intense, focused, and unapologetically driving, while continuing our journey of sonic exploration across a wide spectrum of electronic music.

SDT004 is a reminder that no matter the tempo or genres, we’re here to move you.

Track: Galloping Horse
Artist(s): Michael Ius
Label: Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings]
Catalog: SDT004
Release Date: September 10, 2025
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Mastering: STIPP
Artwork: SOLO 

Artist links
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/michael-ius-techno
Bandcamp: https://michael-ius.bandcamp.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael.ius.techno

Label links
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/gracedahl
Bandcamp: https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serialdisctouchers

Pre-Order Link: https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com/album/rain-drops-ep

GTG Premiere | Michael lus - Galloping Horse [SDT004]

HATE exclusive premiere.
Full streaming of the EP soon on our HATE YouTube channel.

Support the label, buy it here:
https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com/album/rain-drops-ep

We’re excited to present the fourth release on Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings] — a label driven by artistic freedom and a passion for bold, genre-defying sounds.

Artist: Michael Ius
Title: Rain Drops EP
Label: Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings]
Catalogue: SDT004
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: #Techno 
Release date: September 10, 2025

Mastering by STIPP
Artwork by SOLO

Follow #MichaelIus here:
https://soundcloud.com/michael-ius-techno
https://www.instagram.com/michael.ius.techno

Follow #Lobster here:
https://soundcloud.com/lobsternl
https://www.instagram.com/lobster.nl

Follow #SerialDiscTouchers here:
https://soundcloud.com/gracedahl
https://www.instagram.com/serialdisctouchers
https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com

Tracklist:
A1. Rain Drops
A2. Blink
B1. Galloping Horse
B2. Galloping Horse (Lobster Remix)

For this instalment, we hand the reins to Michael Ius, who delivers a no-holds-barred Techno EP that goes straight for the jugular. Precision-built for the dance floor, these tracks channel pure, high-voltage energy with razor-sharp detail and depth.

To elevate the release even further, we've brought in none other than Lobster for remix duties. His reinterpretation twists the original into something raw and mind-bending, adding a fresh dimension while keeping the intensity intact.

SDT004 is a reminder that no matter the tempo or genres, we’re here to move you.






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Rain Drops EP

Galloping Horse (Lobster Remix)

Premiere: Michael Ius — Galloping Horse (Lobster Remix) [SDT004]

Support here: https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com/album/rain-drops-ep

Artist: Michael Ius
Track: Rain Drops
Label: Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings]
Catalog: SDT004
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: September 10, 2025

Mastering by STIPP
Artwork by SOLO

Tracklist:
Rain Drops
Blink
Galloping Horse
Galloping Horse (Lobster Remix)

Follow #MichaelIus here:
@michael-ius-techno
https://www.instagram.com/michael.ius.techno
Follow #Lobster here:
@lobsternl
https://www.instagram.com/lobster.nl
Follow #SerialDiscTouchers here:
@gracedahl
https://www.instagram.com/serialdisctouchers

We’re excited to present the fourth release on Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings] — a label driven by artistic freedom and a passion for bold, genre-defying sounds.

For this instalment, we hand the reins to Michael Ius, who delivers a no-holds-barred Techno EP that goes straight for the jugular. Precision-built for the dance floor, these tracks channel pure, high-voltage energy with razor-sharp detail and depth.

To elevate the release even further, we've brought in none other than Lobster for remix duties. His reinterpretation twists the original into something raw and mind-bending, adding a fresh dimension while keeping the intensity intact.

SDT004 is a reminder that no matter the tempo or genres, we’re here to move you.

PREMIERE: Michael Ius - Rain Drops [SDT004]

We’re excited to present the fourth release on Serial Disc Touchers [SDT Recordings] — a label driven by artistic freedom and a passion for bold, genre-defying sounds.

For this instalment, we hand the reins to Michael Ius, who delivers a no-holds-barred Techno EP that goes straight for the jugular. Precision-built for the dance floor, these tracks channel pure, high-voltage energy with razor-sharp detail and depth.

To elevate the release even further, we've brought in none other than Lobster for remix duties. His reinterpretation twists the original into something raw and mind-bending, adding a fresh dimension while keeping the intensity intact.

SDT004 is a reminder that no matter the tempo or genre’s, we’re here to move you.

Track: Blink
Artist: Michael Ius
Label: Serial Disc Touchers
Catalog: SDT004
Format: Digital 
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: 10 September, 2025
Mastering: STIPP
Artwork: SOLO

Buy link: https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com/album/rain-drops-ep

Artist links: 
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/michael-ius-techno
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael.ius.techno

Label links: 
Bandcamp: https://serialdisctouchers.bandcamp.com
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/gracedahl
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serialdisctouchers

Michael lus - Blink

Support: https://orbitberlin.bandcamp.com/album/obva002 

Duplicity is proud to present “The Unseen Path” by Michael Ius. Forthcoming on Orbit Berlin 15th November!

Support the artist
SC: @michael-ius-techno
IG: www.instagram.com/michael.ius.techno

Support the label
SC: @orbit_berlin
BC: https://orbitberlin.bandcamp.com/
IG: www.instagram.com/orbit_berlin/

PREMIERE: Michael Ius - The Unseen Path [OBVA002]

Techno producer & DJ 📍Bucharest - Romania.
💿 Vault Records, WSNWGBTZ, MALöER, SYXT, SYNERGIE, DUPLICITY, EVILGROOVE, OUT OF PLACE.
Booking / Contact / Promos:
michael.ius.techno@gmail.com

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