David Phoenix is a hungarian DJ/Producer based in Vienna.
Being on the abstract side of the techno and minimal world, his music offers a dark driving flow, built into structured patterns.
David's continuous productivity makes him a fast growing artist in the scene and his productions have been published on many respected labels.
He launched the Monthly Darkness podcast series in 2020, promoting the newest releases and forthcoming tracks.
We are pretty hyped to have him on board and to share this massive mix with you - enjoi!

https://soundcloud.com/davidphoenixdj

Grauton #004 | David Phoenix

Purpose built Progressive Techno Journeys woven from a Psychedelic perspective. Often dark and always playful, Kinimal sets are a melting pot of rolling Proggy Baselines and Dynamic Atmospheres, deliberately blurring the lines where Light and Dark sounds meet.

Linktr.ee/Kinimal

Grauton #005 | Kinimal

Rasmus Bendtsen (better known as Bendtsen) is a DJ/Producer and Label Owner born in Denmark. Bendtsen begins his electronic music journey in 2014 after getting picked up SoundCloud by one of Copenhagen’s biggest party organizers. Shortly thereafter he played his first gig at the legendary Copenhagen club KB18. Not long after his first steps as a performer, Bendtsen starts releasing quality underground music on significant digital labels such as Alula Tunes, Subios Records, Alpaka Music, Crypt Music, Shadow Wulf and his own imprint Kellerhobel. After successful productions released in very short term, Bendtsen makes his solid breakthrough and performs alongside artists like: Time Taste, Carbon, Joesph Disco, Kaufmann, Lampé and others. His appearance at some of the major European and Middle Eastern clubs and events has become more prominent in the last few years and yet is more to come.

Grauton #007 | Bendtsen

My name is Yako Milenkov - JACKO, 31 years old.
I am from Plovdiv, Bulgaria and playing music as a Dj since 2009.
I love to combine psytech digital sounds with progressive minimal_techno and dark melodies in my sets. I developet a dynamic and powerfull style of mixing with energetic vibes to 
rock the dancefloor and connecting with the audiance.

Grauton #021 | JACKO

Hochweiss is a dark techno artist from Vienna. His music captivates with hypnotic rhythms and quirky atmospheres. With international festival performances and releases on renowned labels such as Friendly Critters, POINTZERO rec, and Soupherb rec, he has garnered global attention. We are thrilled to have Hochweiss on board and are very excited to present his mix to you!

Grauton #037 | HOCHWEISS

In 2015 Dani Orange started mixing his own sets with many of his favourite tracks, to share his passion for electronic music with the world.
After many live experiences as a DJ, Dani Orange joined the TIEFDRUCK crew from Salzburg in 2020, to further develop his melodic and powerful sets in an up-and-coming scene.
Get ready for two hours full of bangers!

Grauton #039 | DANI ORANGE

The passion for electronic music started already in 2004, at that time with drum'n'bass and under the name Flash 
Gorgo. 2015 even an own album was released on CrossBase Records. However, energetic, bass-heavy sound has
always been an important trademark. In 2018, after a short break from DJ life, the resurrection took place with a 
rekindled love: dark minimal techno and under a new name "The Renaissance" - inspired by the rebirth in the 
techno world. As co-founder of Tiefdruck project, The Renaissance is responsible for stage design and as a strong 
hand in organizing everything that has weight and substance in the collective. Besides the Tiefdruck project, he has
played numerous gigs in clubs and at smaller festivals in Europe over the years. The first own productions in the 
studio are already in the making. Keep your ears open.

Grauton #041 | THE RENAISSANCE

With 18 years NAKE experienced his first goa party, where he immediately felt home.
Soon after it became clear that he not only wanted to join the crowd but also contribute to the movement 
by mixing his first sets. Throughout 10 years of DJ experience he evolved from Progressive
over Full On to Forest psytrance until he discovered the catching grooves released by Digital Diamonds.
Quickly, deep psychedlic techno became a new favorite. The bass driven music suits NAKE’s conservative mixing style, which is left without frippery but focused on flow and resonance of 
matching tracks: the sense of letting the music work its magic.

Grauton #043 | NAKE

We are thrilled to announce that we were able to win the one and only Ben Rama for the forty-eighth edition of our Grauton Podcast! With the founding of Techgnosis Records in 2015, Ben Rama has made a significant contribution to the psychedelic and progressive techno scene. The Canadian native is also the founder of the Psytech Club and co-owner/manager at Cold Groove. 
In addition to his releases on Techgnosis Records, he has numerous releases on labels such as Digital Structures, Digital Diamonds, and more. This mix is a live recording from Ben Rama at the Future Forest Festival - enjoy!

Grauton #048 | BEN RAMA

Introducing Willow B, a dynamic and electrifying force in the world of electronic music, specializing in the captivating realms of minimal and driving techno. Melodic structures characterize his style and distinct sound. Dirty low-end frequencies and infectious floor grooves combine, making his sets outstanding. Willow B has forged his path, taking only the very best sounds and elements and fusing them together to create his unforgettable vibe. Prepare to be taken on a sonic journey.

Grauton #049 | WILLOW B

The duo formed eight years ago in Sopron, Hungary and over the time the two started to produce and mix techno & progressive house music.
The ambitions for the project was and still is, to share their music, vibe and atmosphere with people from all around the world.
They are operating with modern progressive house embedded melodic techno elements, besides that they are also using trance effects and elements to give some give their tracks some run and drive.
The sounds of nature itself, especially the forest like sounds, motivates and inspires them in producing and personal life, as well.
The duo have released tracks on various labels, such as Borderless Project, Ushuaia Music or Liebe zur Musik. 
They also took part is severeal gigs in their home city, and were resident dj's on club Abstract on Wednesdays, an event held at a local nightclub before the lockdown.

Grauton #054 | Whaldez

I started learning music production in FL Studio and DJing when I was 11. However it wasn’t until 10 years later that I started with my psy/minimal techno project called KODA, after a series of travels around the globe, in which I discovered a bunch of new electronic music subgenres like psytrance, minimal techno, psytech, etc. 

I came back to my home country inspired to start a new musical journey. Not so long after that, I was starting to get tracks and
 EPs signed by labels like Joker Black, AMPED and Attack, just to name a few. And approximately 1 year later, after some hard work in the studio, I was starting to sign with labels that I’d dreamt of being part of, for example Techgnosis, Alpaka and Subios.

Today I’ve got plenty of music in the making and also a lot of signed tracks and EP’s waiting to be released on different labels such as  Techgnosis, Alpaka, Joker Black, and many more, so stay tuned!

Grauton #058 | Koda

Meet Carina Anwer, better known by her stage name, Shabiki—a DJ who's not just spinning records but also spinning the balance between being a single mom and a techno maestro. With a sound that's as dark and deep as the midnight sea, Shabiki’s sets are a hypnotic journey through Minimal Techno, Peaktime Techno, with a sprinkle of Psy and melodic breaks. Her mantra? As long as it rolls and grooves, it's in her Track Selection.
Her sets are a journey through the shadows of electronic music, where every bassline tells a story and every high hat is a call to the dance floor.
Shabiki has graced the decks of some of the top clubs, leaving a trail of euphoric dance floors in her wake. From the legendary Hammahalle in Sisyphos to the iconic Waagenbau, KitKat, Harry Klein, and Bahnwärter Thiel, her beats have become the heartbeat of the night. 
Her latest release, "Dark Groove Rebellion," on Alula Tunes, is a testament to her relentless pursuit of the perfect groove.
In the world of techno, Shabiki is a name you won't forget—and neither will your feet.
She is also Part of the Munich Techno Collective 𝚃𝙴𝙰𝙼 𝚃𝚄𝚁𝙱𝙾

Grauton #061 | SHABIKI

Head honcho of Mind Boggling Tunes, a dirty psychedelic techno outfit based in London, and a resident label DJ on the mighty AlpaKa MuziK - Sam Strutt is a certified techno specialist. 

With one of the deepest stash bags around, he is known for delivering cutting edge sounds full to the brim with originality that always keeps the d floor hot and sweaty. Having grown up listening to psychedelic rock, followed by a long stint in the psychedelic trance world, and a lover of anything fat and dirty - his sets are always unique, driving, and totally mind boggling.

Over the last few years he has played at some of the most notable psychedelic parties across the UK and Europe including - Boomtown, Noisily, SUTI Festival, Tribe of Frog, Altered States, Psymera, Illuminaughty, Bom Shanka, One Day at Ozora. 

A purveyor of whips, acid zips and chunky stabs, all the sounds you’ll hear from this guy will be straight up BADASS!!

Grauton #063 | SAM STRUTT

Today we are introducing Joschua.F. from Switzerland. The DJ behind the Techno project Bazinga and co-founder and label manager of No Nation Productions. With a passion for electronic music, his journey began in 2012 at small local gatherings in the magical forests of northern Switzerland. In 2015, at just 18 years old, he took his love for electronic beats to the next level by organizing events in the local woods and underground clubs with his friends. It was during this time that the label No Nation Productions was born and he also found his place behind the decks. Starting with Psytrance, he found his other passion in Psy Techno. With No Nation Productions, he focuses on underground gatherings in the Swiss woods and mountains, the No Nation Festival, Club parties, and the podcast series on Soundcloud, No Nation Radio. Expect dark rhythms, powerful rolling basslines, and atmospheric layers of psychedelic sounds. Catch him live in the Swiss mountains at Modular Festival 2024, but before tune in for podcast no. 64!

Grauton #064 | BAZINGA

We are still totally blown away by what happened at the festival! A huge thank you to the Mit Dir team, all the dance enthusiasts, and everyone who made this festival an unforgettable experience!

Here is our DJ mix from the festival, so you can relive those amazing moments. Enjoy listening and dancing!

Sascha M & Munkler @ Mit Dir Festival 2024 / Zeitmaschine

Alica Kreusch, better known as Lotte LAUT (BSTHP Kollektiv), moved to Berlin, the capital, in 2018, bringing with her a deep passion for techno and electronic music from Frankfurt am Main. During the COVID-19 pandemic, her desire grew not just to consume music but to express herself through it. After acquiring her own decks, she began performing at the first raves in the forests around Berlin. When the clubs finally reopened, Lotte quickly made a name for herself in the scene by early 2022. Since then, she has been a regular fixture at Berlin clubs like Birgit und Bier, Sisyphos, Ritter Butzke, and many more.

Her sound, which she describes as a direct reflection of her emotions, blends hard drops with melodic elements, creating an electrifying atmosphere on the dance floor. So lace up your dancing shoes and grab your favorite buddy—it's definitely going to get loud!

Grauton #069 | Lotte Laut

Arshia aka Darkshia, a DJ/Producer from Iran, takes listeners on a deep dive into the realms of Minimal Dark & Psytech with this carefully curated mix. Known for his ability to select tracks that embody the darker, more hypnotic side of techno, Arshia creates a seamless journey through pulsing basslines, intricate rhythms, and atmospheric soundscapes.

His selection reflects a keen ear for tracks that push the boundaries of techno while keeping listeners locked into a deep, immersive experience. This mix is perfect for those who appreciate meticulous track selection and crave a journey into the deeper, darker layers of electronic music.

Grauton #070 | Darkshia

Dance like nobody’s watching - that’s sayuaras mantra and what she loves to ignite in the audience when playing music. Between rolling basslines and juicy drops she creates a journey through the dark and driving corners of minimal and psy techno. She’s always on the hunt for that perfect synth shot that will put a smile in the face of others, or this dirty drop that presents her a row of bass faces. As part of the local Koraĵo collective, she’s deeply passionate about creating events to take the the audience into a different universe. Be it for events or her sets, the notion stays the same: forget tomorrow, time and space, and just be with the music and dance - like nobody’s watching.

Grauton #071 | sayuara

Listen to the recording of Luis M's set at Elysia Club Basel, Nov 2024!

A pioneering figure in the psychedelic techno scene for over a decade, Luis M shows no signs of slowing down.

Born and raised in the Almada region of Portugal, Luis has toured the globe performing DJ and Live sets to fans from all corners of Europe, Asia, Africa, North America and South America. Claiming the top of his résumé, slots at Boom, Ozora, Noisily, Hadra and Isis Garden festivals scream unforgettable, complemented by epic memories from Sisyphos Berlin and House of Chapora Goa.

A forefront producer on the label rosters of IbogaTech, Digital Structures, Alula, Stone Seed and Techgnosis, Luis M’s prowess in formulating smooth yet powerful dancefloor mammoths stands as one of his best qualities, right next to his infectious fun-loving attitude. Having developed an instantly recognisable style of bush techno, Luis enthusiastically brings that flare into his vast array of projects, notably his remix collaborations with Perfect Stranger, Electrypnose, Sensient and Maksim Dark.

Grauton #072 | Luis M

At the age of 16, Chandrani began exploring the multi-layered sounds of electronic music, quickly establishing herself in the Swiss scene. Known for her deep, atmospheric psychedelic techno, she takes listeners on an emotional journey through sound and rhythm.
For this special set, Chandrani teamed up with EASYLEE, a member of the rising collective Dolten. Recorded live at the renowned Elysia Basel in November 2024, their collaboration blends Chandrani’s signature style with EASYLEE’s hypnotic vibes, creating an intense and captivating sonic experience.



Grauton #073 | Chandrani & Easylee

Yasin Ziaee (Bam Signal) is a young talented producer, musician, Dj and Audio Engineer from Iran Born in 2000 era. He first started his music journey when he was 7years old and learning music from his grandfather with a instrument called ( mandolin)

And after a few years was drawn towards rock and metal music and picked up instruments such as electric guitar and bass guitar and joined a few local underground rock bands...

In 2019 he found his hidden talent by making techno music and making his first single in melodic house and techno songs with Gallant records,and he found his passion of music with playing his track in dancfloor...

after that he back to his dark musical taste,He then began gaining fans by making deep dark atmospheres with fat basses in Psythechno and dark minimal techno genre.

Because of his government’s and political issues in Iran region he works on music underground and nothing can stop him

Bam means low frequency and bass in Persian dictionary

Grauton #074 | Bam Signal

Svenski moves between the realms of Techno and Ecstatic Dance, embodying both the driving force of hypnotic techno and the transformative energy of Ecstatic Dance.

His musical journey began at the age of 6 starting to play the keyboard. At 18 he experienced his first techno party in the legendary U60311 in Frankfurt. Some years and many raving experiences later, he had developed a strong passion for electronic music and started mixing his favorite sounds.

When it comes to techno, svenski loves a dark and playful sound - driving, minimal techno with psychedelic elements is the foundation. For him, it is all about creating a journey with his music sets and he is happy to share some of his favorite tracks with this episode of Grauton Podcast!

Grauton #075 | Svenski

Ataru returns with a special live mix!
After more than a year, the talented techno producer from Switzerland is back on our podcast with an exclusive recording of his set from October 5th. This live mix was captured during a vibrant daydance event in the outdoor area of Technorama.

Known for his dark sounds, powerful synth lines, and dreamy melodies, Ataru continues to push boundaries with his distinctive style. With years of experience in the scene, he delivers an unforgettable blend of experimental soundscapes and raw energy in this performance.

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this unique set and stay tuned for more exciting releases!

Grauton #076 | ATARU

Imagine you're shooting through the flashing interior of a giant pinball machine. Imagine the theme of this machine is changing every time you bounce off one of its slingshots and kickers, from Star Wars to Pink Panther, from Mad Max to He-Man. Imagine your head feels as if every cavity inside it is filled with a fizzy, hi-proof drink while you're being catapulted through this kaleidoscopic trip. Well, now you got an idea what it feels like when Adamson takes over.

Adamson released on labels like Digital Diamonds, Digital Structures, Techgnosis Records, Subios Records, Recovery Collective, Undergroove Music, Jaira Records, Pointzero Records,Volume Berlin Records and OddSine Records.
Considering the vast bandwidth of genres he's been releasing as a producer and performing as a DJ and live act since 2001, there's only one label that fits his highly dynamic style: Chameleon Techno. Just like that animal, Adamson adapts to the different vibes of a dancefloor and the ever evolving environment of today’s music landscape – and just like that animal he’s pretty funky and alien. Running a label since 2007, Adamson is tirelessly digging the underground for fresh talents and new trends. In other words, he’s always good for a musical surprise and an unexpected twist.

As a member of the well-known Psy-Techno Duo Alic, he soon gained a widespread reputation within the Psychedelic Techno and Dark Minimal scene, which lead him to audiences all over the world, including Burning Man (USA), AfrikaBurn (South Africa), Ozora Festival (Hungary), Bucht der Träumer (Germany), Antaris Festival (Germany), SUTI Festival (Portugal), Barka (Cracow, Poland), Off The Radar Festival (New Zealand), Radion (Amsterdam, Netherlands) , Waldfrieden (Germany), Moyn Festival (Germany), Club Charlotte (Germany), Anomalie Art Club (Berlin, Germany), Elipamanoke (Leipzig, Germany), Magnet Club (Istanbul, Turkey), Fusion Club (Germany), Slakt Husset (Stockholm, Sweden), EKA Palace (Lisbon, Portugal), Art Club TLV (Israel),…
Starting as DJ and producer simultaneously in 2001, he understood the art of transferring his experiences as passionate dancer into sounds and arrangements instinctively. The need for beauty in sound combined with a driving but sensual bass drum builds the core of his production skills, while as a DJ he combines deep bass driven tracks with more melodic atmospheres and unusual elements to sophisticated uniqueness..
In comparison to his activities with Alic, Adamson explores with this side project other styles of electronic music, an intense journey that leads him into the realms of (Chameleon) Techno. But still, he remains confident to his curriculum and manages to spice up sets of clean beats with funky, sexy elements, always aware of his roots and the needs of a dedicated dancer.

Using the alias Adamson he publishes music on the well-known label Digital Diamonds, based in Berlin but reaching out to the whole planet. Gaining much attention for his skills as producer and DJ, he soon multiplied bookings that again drove him around the globe, performing in South America as well as at Afrika Burn and Burning Man, Bucht der Träumer Festival, Ozora Festival and many more.
Adamson lives music as a passion and transfers this state of mind into tracks as well as DJ sets. On stage, he is a performer knowing how to drive an audience, how to transfer desire not only in music, but also in actions and movement. A born performer. Today, Adamson is an explorer, in terms of music. Always interested in new sounds and techniques, he loves diving into the seas of possibilities, going deep to the ground to discover sounds that he knows to shape into diamonds when he emerges.

Don't miss him, when he hits the stage!

Grauton #077 | ADAMSON

NAYLAA is a Norwegian DJ based in Greece known for her distinctive mixing style and captivating energy behind the decks. Her sets seamlessly blend dark, driving minimal and progressive sounds with a psychedelic touch, creating a unique fusion of techno.

NAYLAA made her mark on the Greek techno scene in 2021 by introducing the psytech sound, and her career took a major leap at her debut performance in Oslo, Norway  2022. 

Her international debut came in 2023 with performances in Berlin at Kit Kat and Birgit Club along with opening sets for Astrix and Stella Bossi in Athens, Greece. 
In addition, she has collaborated with notable figures such as Luis M, Sabura, Fernanda Pistelli and Greenwolve, among others.

NAYLAA recently joined the Alpaka muzik where she will be  releasing her new EP in 2025. 

You can listen to her latest mixes on SoundCloud and stay updated with her performances through her social media channels.

SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/WzefwGCADQJtA6HU8

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naylaa.music?igsh=ZGU2ZnkwZ214bnRr

Grauton #078 | NAYLAA

Through a spontaneous B2B in the winter of 2024, the joint journey of the two Munich-based DJs, Moritz Minoa and MiCHA, began!

Shortly after, their first radio gig followed, and since then, they have celebrated numerous B2B sets, continuously evolving and grooving together.

Anyone who listens to their sound can feel how their styles merge, creating high-energy techno that is simply pure fun!

Grauton #079 | Moritz Minoa & MiCHA!

Lucy D.T. is an emerging techno DJ based in Zurich. Her sets are a journey into deep,
hypnotic, and immersive soundscapes. Strongly influenced by her years in Berlin, she
plays techno in a multi-layered way, seamlessly blending atmospheric textures with
driving rhythms, creating fluid narratives where storytelling and emotional resonance
take center stage.
Captivated by the hypnotic techno movement for nearly a decade, she launched
@abundance-techno-series, a podcast exploring the hypnotic and ethereal dimensions
of techno music.
Lucy D.T. will be playing a closing set at KAUZ Zurich, Friday, March 28th
. You are
welcome to join and swing your hips to her mesmerizing deep & hypnotic grooves.
Listen-Dive Deep-Enjoy:
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lucy-d-t
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucy_d.t/
Abundance SC: https://soundcloud.com/abundance-techno-series
Abundance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundance.technoseries/

Grauton #080 | Lucy D.T.

Soundman (AUS)
Labareda Records (Brazil)
Dark Minimal - PsyTech - ProgTech
Soundman hailing from Kuranda FNQ Australia, is a PsyTech Dj and aspiring producer recently signed to Labareda Records Brazil. Colin started his musical journey as a teenager playing bass and lead guitar in backyard bands before transitioning his music passion into djing in 2000. To date, Soundman has played support sets alongside some of the biggest names in the industry with regular performances at smaller underground bush events to large scale Australian music festivals including guest appearances on international radio.
Journeying the listener through a stylistic blend of Dark Minimal PsyTech, Soundman’s dynamic sets are characterized by tight layered beat mixing and a deep diverse sound, journeying the listener into a different world of auditory experience and deep dance floor connection.
Email: elcolbahdomusic@gmail.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOcZvKYQVNDBgy36aJIjMaQ
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559054061128
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djsoundmanaus/

Grauton #081 | Soundman

Grauton #082 | Akela

Fuelled by a lifelong passion for electronic music and deeply influenced by progressive psytrance, AKELA found herself profoundly transformed after discovering the hypnotic pulse of psychedelic and progressive techno. Completely captivated by the flow of deep and hypnotic sounds, she decided at the end of 2024 to step behind the decks to have a more immersive and deeper connection with her passion and to share it. 
Demanding in her musical research, she meticulously dissects each track to keep only those that awaken the senses. Heavily inspired by the greatest artists such as Luis M, Greenwolve, Aaron King, Munkler, Akari System, Tom Baker and many others, her sets are imbued with progressive, driving and dark minimal techno, enriched with a psychedelic touch that create a unique atmosphere.
Aiming to thrill her listeners as much as herself, AKELA seeks to provoke intense emotions through a shared sonic journey, in order to transport the audience into a universe where music becomes a true sensory experience.


We're glad you found the way to our Zürich (CH) based Podcast, where it's all about finest Techno. Dive with us into a deep, dark, groovy and psychedelic adventure. Great Artists from around the globe will frequently serve you exclusive Sets - so stay tuned!

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