TechSafari Records are proud to present 'Icarus', a new dance floor smasher created by the French artist Polaris (also known as Arno Stengel), a veteran producer of the international psytrance scene who released his first track on the legendary French label 3D Vision Records in 2001 and has never looked back since; retaining his unique cutting edge style that defined him as a perfectionist artist since over two decades. Polaris has released three full studio albums on legendary Neurobiotic Records label, as well as numerous other compilation and EP releases with several of the world's most respected psychedelic trance labels. Polaris brings us back here now but this time with a new direction even more powerful and psychedelic while keeping the touch and the original soul of Polaris. 'Icarus' is a highly energetic stomper with vibrant atmospheres, supported by strong and hypnotic rhythms and bumping bass-lines that you will love to listen to over and over again to delight all your senses on the dance floor.

Icarus

“Rather than a straight up mix set, IL’s journeys need to be listened to from start to finish. His sets are more like a living entity; a slowly evolving soundscape“

Isaac Lehmann — aka IL — has been a trusted force in Perth’s underground electronic music scene for over 25 years. Known for deep, immersive journeys rather than linear mix sets, his performances are crafted to be experienced from start to finish — living, breathing soundscapes that unfold like ritual.

IL’s passion for electronic music was sparked in 1994, when he was introduced to the rave world by expat Europeans. By 1997, he had taken to turntables himself — blending analog discipline with an ever-evolving ear. His sound draws influence from pioneers like Oliver Lieb, DJ Misjah, Carl Cox, Commander Tom, Richie Hawtin, and Sasha — but his curation is all his own: intuitive, transformative, and deeply felt.

Guided by decades of dancefloor devotion and an encyclopedic knowledge of genre and groove, IL has become a fixture at bush parties, boutique festivals, and warehouse rituals across Western Australia. He’s played for some of the scene’s most respected crews, including Hooked Entertainment, Chainsaw Cobra, Damage Control, Prolapsed Third Eye Productions, Twisted Jah, Moonbase, Mad Hatterz Productions, Spaceboiz, HomeTree Collective, Begged Egg, DS Events Australia, Shoreline Productions, ACA Soundsystem, Deliriom, and Public Tranceport

His 2022 debut at Blossom Festival marked a new chapter, with a return in 2023 on the main stage of what has become WA’s premiere boutique gathering. He’s also featured on Melbourne’s Kiss FM, Perth’s iconic RTRFM Looney Choons, and a range of respected podcasts in Australia and abroad.

For IL, DJing isn’t performance — it’s transmission. Each set is a carefully sculpted, emotionally resonant arc that aims not to impress but to transform. With 2025 and beyond calling, IL continues to prove that time behind the decks only sharpens the blade.

Social media links:

https://www.facebook.com/xxILxx/

https://www.instagram.com/x___il___x

https://soundcloud.com/il_official

Arnauld Stengel, also known as Polaris is a producer of the Psytrance scene who released his first track on the legendary French label 3D Vision Records in 2001 and has never looked back since; retaining his unique cutting edge style that defined him as a perfectionist artist since over two decades. Polaris has released three full studio albums on famous Neurobiotic Records label, as well as numerous other compilation and EP releases with several of the world's most respected psychedelic trance labels. He has played at many of the largest festivals and renowned clubs around the world. He brings us back here now with a new direction more powerful and psychedelic while keeping the touch and the original soul of Polaris.

Icarus

POLARIS(FR)