Fortcast030 features Berlin-based Siddhant Jain aka ELM.

ELM represents a sonic shelter. It's where ideas take root, and the interplay of light and shadow unfolds through sound. His work creates space for tension, release, and reflection, with stories crafted with careful intent. 

This mix traces a full arc—opening in stillness, diving deep, and gently returning. Somewhere along the way, it also unveils an unreleased original.

This edition marks his third appearance on the label, following two prior singles.

We hope you enjoy the journey.

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@elm_sid
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Fortcast030 | ELM

gran aficionado y amante de la música electrónica,y del tecno más oscuro y mental .

Contact - vridianmusic@gmail.com

Bookings & Management - mallika@lineout.in

Vridian is a New Delhi-based electronic music artist whose sound bridges the space between house, techno, and psychedelic influences. With over a decade of experience in electronic music—seven years under the Vridian moniker—he has become a prominent voice in India’s underground scene.

His releases on labels like Qilla Records, Manjumasi, 39 Records, and Amaylia have garnered widespread acclaim, with remixes from esteemed artists such as Christopher Ledger, Map.Ache, Mihai Popoviciu, Markus Homm, and Io Mullen. In 2022, he released his first vinyl record with the label Manjumasi. His music has found its way into the sets, mixes, and radio shows of legends like Andrew Weatherall, Roman Flügel, Jonathan Kaspar, Traumer, John Digweed, and Hernán Cattáneo.

A regular fixture at clubs and festivals across India, Vridian has also delivered all-original live sets at prestigious events like Magnetic Fields and Echoes of Earth. Beyond his own productions, he curates the party series Don’t Feed The Animals, fostering a space where sonic exploration thrives. His artistic ethos embraces hybridity in musical styles, fluidity in life’s journeys, and a touch of whimsy—always pushing the boundaries of deep, mesmeric, and groove-driven electronic music.

Releases on: 
@manjumasi
@traum-schallplatten
@niewiederschlafen
@qilla
@amayliarecords
@magicianonduty
@39-records

Electronic music producer and DJ based in Berlin, working under the moniker ELM. The name was inspired by a book I read during my teenage years, where elm trees served as gathering points for traveling artists—places of rest, exchange, and inspiration. That image resonated deeply with me and continues to inform my creative philosophy. I see ELM as a sonic shelter of sorts—where ideas take root, and contrasts between light and shadow, energy and introspection, are explored through sound.

My work focuses on crafting immersive, narrative-driven experiences through electronic music. Drawing from the more unconventional sides of techno, I blend intricate rhythms with bold lead elements, textured noise, and atmospheric layers. Each composition is designed to guide the listener through a journey—both physical and emotional—using sound as a storytelling tool.

In addition to producing and performing, I compose music for film and visual media, where I can explore another dimension of narrative and mood. With over a decade of DJ experience, I’ve had the opportunity to perform at respected venues and festivals across India and Berlin—experiences that continue to shape my approach to both live performance and studio production.