Echelon Festival 2026

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AVAION

Boris Brejcha

Deborah De Luca

Italian techno DJ and producer known for her hard-hitting, high-energy techno sets.

Ely Oaks

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Holy Priest

The masked enigma known as Holy Priest has quickly ascended as a trailblazer in the hard techno arena. Renowned for explosive tracks like "Fuck This," among many other hard-hitting releases, Holy Priest has proven to be much more than just another act in the lineup. With a unique blend of relentless energy and deep, pulsating rhythms, this artist captures the true essence of hard techno, delivering performances that are not just sets, but immersive experiences.

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Maddix

Starting his new core sound in 2018, with the release of his legendary track ‘Ecstasy’ in 2019, he continuously refreshed the EDM landscape with hard-hitting techno kicks and an acid revival, organically evolving his sound even more towards techno and trance. Most importantly, Maddix brought the rave back to the club and festival crowds, and received support from techno artists such as Deborah de Luca, Amelie Lens, Ki/Ki, Umek, Eli Brown, John Summit, Hi-Lo, Lilly Palmer and many others. After Maddix' hit singles ‘Heute Nacht’ and ‘My Gasoline,’ and collaborations with Hardwell, Umek, KSHMR, Timmy Trumpet, and remixes for Tiësto and Armin van Buuren, his audience has grown into a truly global collective. This growth has led to appearances at major festivals such as Ultra Music Festival, EDC, Dreamstate, Parookaville, World Club Dome, Mysteryland, and headlining club shows around the world. In partnership with Revealed Recordings, Maddix’s brand-new record label Extatic (XTTC) was launched in 2023. Alongside achieving 500 million+ streams, reaching 5 million monthly listeners on Spotify, and multiple #1 spots on Beatport and Spotify’s Editorial playlist, including DJMag top100 Dj list entry in 2023, we can say Maddix has created a movement that is changing the electronic dance music scene.

Mischluft

Mischluft is a Leipzig-based DJ/Producer who has burst onto the scene with hit after hit release. He is ready to seduce any crowd with his deep knowledge of groovy, ravey, and raunchy tracks. A true master behind the decks, Mischluft’s sets will romance even the most hardened techno hearts. Taking influence from the underground as well as his dad's secret Shania Twain albums - he bridged the gap between vocal-focused trance and bouncy techno grooves. booking: martin@hotmealagency.com

Noel Holler

Born in 1997 and straight outta Bielefeld: DJ and producer Noel Holler, has transformed his passion into a professional lifestyle. From the clubs of Spain to the vibes of Croatia, from parties in the Netherlands over Raves in Switzerland, and Luxembourg – Noel dominates the European scene. In 2023, he had over 130 shows in his touring calendar, including performances on the hottest stages of Germany's largest EDM festival PAROOKAVILLE and the epic Romanian spectacle UNTOLD. Noel Holler defines the party vibe and has showcased his unique sound, a fusion of Techno and Bass House, at venues like the Megapark in Mallorca or the Papaya Club at Zrce Beach. Coming in hot In 2020, he made waves in the music scene with his debut single "Every Morning," a collaboration with the charismatic singer LEONY - but that was just the beginning. With tracks like "Powerless," a collaboration with FEDDE LE GRAND on "Tokyo Lights," and a feature with FAULHABER and FASTBOY on "Raining On Me," Noel is setting high standards. In the DJ scene, Noel is also a powerhouse. His remixes have even found their way into TOPIC´s sets on the mainstage of the legendary Tomorrowland. But for Noel it's not just about the music – his community is especially close to his heart. Daily, he takes his followers on his journeys through social media and successfully launched his own merchandise brand, "HOLLER AT ME", which is now widely represented on dance floors across Europe. With Book Kings as his booking agency and Philipp Willms Management as his new management partner, there's much anticipation for the heights that will follow in his current trajectory.

Paul Van Dyk

Grammy nominated artist, globally acclaimed DJ and audio architect Paul van Dyk continues to dominate the electronic music charts and appears at the pinnacle of every Top DJ list around the globe. PvD, as his fans have nicknamed him, has been ranked the World´s No. 1 DJ by DJ Magazine´s "Top 100 DJs poll" two times something less than a handful of DJs have ever achieved. PvD is credited as one of the hardest working artists in electronic music, with sold-out tours that cross each continent, headline spots at every major festival, and a hugely successful recording career. With over 3 million albums sold worldwide, van Dyk travels around the world over 16 times each year to sold out performances internationally. On New Years Eve 2008/2009 Paul played Barra Beach to over 1 million people in Rio de Janero giving testament to his incredible popularity the world over. In 2008 Paul expanded into creating music for video games and movie soundtracks. His work with EA Games has resulted in mulitple releases featuring his music on Mirror's Edge and Grand Slam Tennis out in 2009. Paul has also lent his talents to remixing Batman's "Dark Knight Theme" written by Hanz Zimmer. But Paul is no stranger to high profile remixes, he has put his unique twist on Depeche Mode´s "Martyr", Justin Timberlake´s "What Goes Around" and Britney Spears "Gimme More" just to name a few. His original album In Between released in 2007 and featured collaborations with David Byrne and Jessica Sutta of the Pussycat Dolls as well as Rea Garvey of Reamon and Johnny McDaid of Vega 4. PvD received a Grammy nomination in 2005 for Best Dance/Electronic Album for his original album Reflections - this marked the first time NARAS recognized this category. His original productions from Reflections have been synced into major motion pictures such as Into the Blue, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, television´s Entertainment Tonight and MTV´s Cribs, and international ad campaigns for Motorola, HBO, Land Rover, Ski Vail and most recently for Jeep. This year he won the International Dance Music Award (IDMA) for Best Euro DJ. Previously, PvD won four IDMAs in 2006: Best Global DJ, Best NuNRG/Euro Track, Best Producer and Best Mix Compilation for The Politics of Dancing 2. In addition, PvD was voted "America´s Favorite DJ" for 2004 and 2005 by BPM Magazine and was the big winner at the 2004 Dancestar Awards, taking home 3 awards: Best International DJ, Best Event and Best Music in a Commercial (Motorola). He also won the Mexican Oscar for his soundtrack in the film Zurdo in March 2004. Paul van Dyk was voted "Best Music Maker" by DJ Magazine, received the "Best International DJ Award" at the 1999 Music Awards in London, was named "Best International DJ" by Ministry of Sound Magazine, and Mixmag elected him as "Man of the Year". Aside from his musical activity, Paul van Dyk has always dedicated a significant part of his life to politics and social justice: from his youth, when he fled over the Berlin Wall to the West, to his children´s charity in India´s Mumbai, and his partnership scheme with the German Red Cross to help poor children in Berlin. In 2004, PvD was the only electronic artist involved in a nationwide tour with the Rock The Vote campaign, where he joined the likes of Bono, P Diddy, the Black Eyed Peas and George Clinton in campaigning for America´s youth to sign up to vote in the presidential election. He most recently received Berlin´s Medal of Honor (Landesverdienstorden) in recognition of his work with Ruckenwind, a charity organization he founded dedicated to helping poor children in Berlin. He joins a distinguished list of arts and political establishment figures with this honor. Born in Eisenhuettenstadt, East Germany, Paul van Dyk grew up in communist East Berlin. Because his community did not have a true club culture, Paul van Dyk listened to the radio where he discovered his passion for music that extended beyond Techno music - he wanted to create a different, more unique sound. In the early 1990´s Paul van Dyk was spinning regularly at various clubs in Berlin before releasing his first album 45 RPM in 1994. But it wasn´t until the release of his second album Seven Ways which catapulted him into the Top 100, followed by the release of his hit single "For An Angel," which began to earn him praise across the globe. By the time Paul van Dyk released Out There & Back in 2000, it became clear that the Berlin-based musician had far more to offer than his signature club sets and remixes that had already defined him as one of the most influential DJs and producers of all time. His first compilation mix CD Politics of Dancing was released in 2001, followed by Global in 2003 - a DVD which illustrates his own experiences traveling the world. Paul van Dyk´s touring diary remains incredibly hectic with regular globetrotting stops at major venues across the globe from New York, London, Ibiza to India, China and Singapore. In the little time remaining between all the travel, Paul van Dyk resides in Berlin where he has his own radio show "Paul van Dyk´s VONYC Sessions" which airs weekly on the Area Channels on Sirius XM Satellite Radio on Thursday nights at 6PM EST (and rebroadcasts Saturdays at 8PM EST and Tuesdays at Midnight EST) and Soundgarden which airs every Wednesday 2pm - 4pm (EST) on Fritz radio and over the internet (www.fritz.de) as well as Galaxy FM in the UK.

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Charlie Sparks

Charlie Sparks is all about the energy. Known for emitting an intense gripping aura by seemingly blending Acid, Industrial, Rave, and Psytrance-like grooves. By carefully utilising every aspect of each Charlie is able to create the relentless momentum found in both his productions and performances. His unique hazardous identity has quickly spread aross the world. It all started during his architecture studies where he delved into the dark, hard-hitting style of techno and quickly came to realise the huge connection between both creative fields. Just like architecture, every aspect of his music is specifically designed to generate certain emotions and control the atmosphere to captivate the listener. As a result, Charlie has been able to design his energy-filled, rhythmic pounding trademark sound which electrifies dancefloors across the world.

Charlotte de Witte

Highlight performances across the continents, Mixmag & DJ Mag covers, high-ranking positions in the charts & lists, and owner of one of the strongest social media profiles in music today, confirm her status as nouveaux techno royalty. Acclaimed accolades such as Best Techno at the DJ Awards in 2019 and a high profile residency at BBC Radio 1 are honoring validations of de Witte’s hard work. However it’s her everlasting pursuit to push her boundaries and those of electronic music, that drives her. Through her boutique label KNTXT, Charlotte de Witte organizes events, releases music and curates radio shows. KNTXT stands for purity, strength & progression within a vibrant and ever evolving techno scene. With no intention of slowing down Charlotte de Witte is a force of nature to be reckoned with.

I Hate Models

French techno producer and DJ known for his emotional, high-energy, and melancholic industrial rave sound.

In Verruf

He is defined by his profound respect for the liberation that raving brings and his determination to protect a culture of revelry that has existed for thousands of years. With a name that can be loosely translated as “in disgrace”, In Verruf confronts the dark reputation that the techno scene is notorious for and wreaks havoc in the club with his distinctively bold and scorching sound, that has only become more potent since his move to Berlin. Signed by R-Label Group in 2019, he joined the ranks of their anarchic movement, bringing a cutting edge to dance floors. His first release, featuring hit “Too Much DMT” was a raging success. With production skills comfortably under his belt, In Verruf is now evolving into his identity as a DJ, delivering hair-raising sets that are both thrilling and poignant at the same time.

Kalte Liebe

Coming with years-long experiences in different musical projects ranging from beat-making over metal bands, and more they started back in 2019 using a drum machine, a bass synth, and a wasted microphone, only. Authentically recorded in a 12 square meter room Kalte Liebe started out as an experiment combining diverse influences by the likes of DAF, Falco, Thomas P. Heckmann and more into their distinctively analog, raw, and bassline-driven style. While their productions are mostly consisting of an elaborated mixture of EBM and old-school Dark Wave paired with technoid characteristics and captivating, roughly distorted vocals in German and English the duo equally stands for tool-ish and highly energetic Techno – modern, pounding, and dirty. With recent releases on labels like 01010100 Records, Vitus Curse and BFT, even more strongly performing self-releases like „Ego EP“ and their recent work „Dopamin“ they are slowly establishing their name in the scene and quickly growing their audience. With loads of unreleased work and their Vocal Live Performance Kalte Liebe is soon to be heard all over.

KlangKuenstler

German DJ and producer known for resurrecting early 2000s hard techno and schranz with immense, aggressive energy.

Kobosil

German techno DJ and producer, a prominent Berghain resident known for his dark, fast, and aggressive sound.

Luciid

Rising star of the harder techno fraternity Luciid is fast becoming one of the hottest names in techno. The Producer/DJ who began honing his skills in a quiet corner of Ireland quickly established himself within the hard sphere. Luciid’s productions embody the true elements of hard techno. Colossal energy-packed buildups broken by blistering distorted kicks and synths has helped him establish a fanbase of A-list artists such as Nico Moreno, Amelie Lens, Kobosil & 999999999. Luciid is the sound of 2023.

Nothing But Love

With a unique ability to connect with the crowd, his performances transcend mere shows, offering immersive experiences that truly captivate and elevate. His music invites you to lose yourself in its energy and emotion, blending powerful rhythms with an evocative, cinematic touch. From intimate clubs to electrifying festival stages, Nothing But Love has captivated dancefloors around the globe as part of the duo Third Person. Songs co-produced by Nothing But Love received support from industry giants such as Tale of Us, Nora En Pure, Township Rebellion, Yubik, and many more. Embark on a journey of sonic exploration with Nothing But Love. Let the music speak where words fail, where love is more than a feeling—it's an untold story waiting to be heard.

RIKHTER

Not much is written or known about the man behind the mask. A choice driven by his desire to express himself through music. Russian-born, long-time Moscow based, now living in Berlin and resident of the legendary Monasterio Factory. Most important, he's an integral member of the R Label Group collective. Besides, he's been a force on the international scene for quite some time now.

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Steve Looney

Alfred Heinrichs

ANXA

ANXA (she/her) is a queer DJ from Munich. During the day she works as a scientist, but at night she swaps her lab coat for the DJ booth to experiment with a variety of sounds. She loves to merge different genres with the aim to create euphoric moments for her listeners. With her carefully selected tracks, she cordially invites her test group to dance uninhibitedly - without any side effects.

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Mark Dekoda

Born in Munich and growing up with electronic music, Mark's passion began at an early age and is still stronger than ever. His style? Techno! but with an unmistakable unique sound which is immediately recognisable. Mark’s inspiration comes from the opportunity to take his listeners on a journey. Regardless of whether you’re at a gig or listening to his productions Mark simply knows how to inspire and captivate people. With worldwide festival and club appearances, chart placements, magazine and newspaper interviews, television and radio appearances, there are no signs of slowing down. His drive and commitment to be the best is unquestionable, so expect a lot more from Mark in the near future.

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Ueberrest

A.N.I.

Berlin-born Techno DJ and producer A.N.I. has been passionate about music since her early classical piano training. While pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Audio Engineering, she discovered her love for mixing Hardtechno, Hardtrance and a selection of fast and rhythmic sounds of different genres behind the decks. Known for her boundless energy, A.N.I. has electrified the Berlin club scene, inspiring dancefloor movement with her infectious beats. Be prepared for an exhilarating experience at festivals and club events featuring A.N.I.'s captivating sounds.

Aiden (DE)

Her fierce productions blend sounds of industrial, hardcore and rave - the result of her exposure to the frenetic world of US dance music culture combined with the rich musical legacy of her UK roots - already earning her a seat at the table of Kobosil's mighty R Label Group.

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Charleen Herzig

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Johannes Schuster

Johannes Schuster is a potent force in the world of electronic music. Resident for iconic German event brands Unreal and 303, he has been playing and collecting vinyl since he was 15, building a global reputation through his incendiary DJ sets. A heady blend of dark, industrial tunes, bright and emotional pads, ravey acid and old school grooves form the nucleus of Johannes’ mesmerising sound. He has released solo productions and remixes on a range of prominent labels - including Green Fetish, Soma, NineTimesNine, Voxnox, RND Records, Märked and many more - with a packed global tour schedule. His first residency, in 2017, was with legendary Cologne spot Artheater. At Artheater Johannes became resident for the acid techno party 303. Playing regularly at such a renowned spot gave him the chance to carve out his own pathway within the local scene, performing alongside a long list of techno heavyweights. In 2021 Johannes joined the family at Unreal, one of Germany’s premier hard techno outfits, held at infamous Cologne club Bootshaus. Johannes has since become a highly-regarded hard techno artist, travelling the global circuit and igniting dance floors everywhere he plays. His unique DJ sets blend love and hate, taking the dance floor to an unforgettable climax through unexpected twists and turns, peaks and troughs, old and new, darkness and light, to give them a truly human emotional, and physical, experience.

NEGITIV

NEGITIV is a Cologne-based DJ with Persian roots who grew up on the dance floors of the city’s underground scene. Driven purely by her love for techno, she taught herself how to DJ and quickly found her own sound. Starting out with industrial techno, her style naturally evolved into a versatile mix of hard techno, psytrance and groove. What began in small underground spaces turned into a rapid rise: within her first year behind the decks, she went from zero to international stages. Today, NEGITIV plays clubs and major festivals around the world, including events like Tomorrowland, Blackworks, Verknipt and her residency at Kiesgrube Germany. After just two years, she has become one of the most exciting breakthrough artists in her scene authentic, energetic and deeply connected to the dance floor.

Nicolas Julian

Berlin-based DJ and producer Nicolas Julian has established himself as a key name in electronic music, known for his high-energy blend of hard techno, hard trance, and hard groove. His distinctive sound and electrifying performances captivate audiences worldwide. With a unique style that balances raw intensity and innovation, Nicolas has gained recognition from top DJs and tastemakers. He has headlined shows in major techno capitals like Berlin, Amsterdam, London, Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, and Frankfurt, while also expanding his reach to Australia, the USA, and Asia. His ability to connect with audiences and create an unparalleled atmosphere has made him a sought-after name on the global stage. Tracks like "Jump Dance Move Bounce," "Bad Girls," and "Sucker" have become anthems within the techno community, while releases such as "303 (Sound Of The Underground)," "New Phone Who Dis," and "All I Wanna" continue to receive widespread support. His sets are a fusion of relentless energy and hypnotic rhythms, keeping dance floors in constant motion. As he continues to push creative boundaries, Nicolas remains committed to evolving his sound and delivering unforgettable experiences. His passion for music and dedication to his craft ensure that he will remain at the forefront of the techno movement for years to come.

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Charlotte Lion

Grace Thompson

You can describe her style as vibrant, diversified and definitely powerful. With her own sense of creativity she succeeds in bringing together a variety of several techno tracks.

maniaclina

Wild and free, maniaclina stands behind the decks with her curly mane, but above all, she feels deeply. Her sets reflect the lightness and depth of her soul, capturing the musical desires of the dancers and pulling them onto the floor. With a mix of explosive basslines, multiple accents, groovy beats, atmospheric driving elements, and psychedelic sounds, she creates an unforgettable journey. The vibe in her sets can shift unexpectedly, yet the transitions flow seamlessly. She loves working with four decks, blending sounds with precision. Her BPM range spans from 128 to 155 BPM. maniaclina is a resident for renowned venues and events like the Symbiotikka at Kitkat Club and Kinky Galore Berlin.

Maurice Mino

Maurice is an artist, producer and organizer from Berlin. He has his home in the electronic music scene and is the head of numerous event series, collectives and projects. He is a well known face in the clubscene and delights with his performances in almost every club in Berlin and Germany and all across Europe. Mino is Part of the Agency: Re:vo Artists from Rebellion der Träumer from Berlin.

Stuckeyrella

Lisa Stuckenberger aka Stuckeyrella, 29 years old, has been in the techno scene since 2017 and ventured into producing in 2021. Specializing in Techno, Hard Techno, and Banging Techno, Lisa draws inspiration from idols such as Klaudia Gawlas, Zeuz, and Mha Iri. Her unique style encompasses fast-paced Techno, Reverse Bass, incorporating melodious and screechy elements, and she's not shy about adding vocals to her tracks—showcasing that Techno can indeed involve singing. Excitingly, Lisa released music on Deborah de Luca's label, Sola_mente Records, in the summer of 2023. 🎶🔊 She is currently in the studio, where she is working intensively on various materials. Curiosity is rising as she tinkers with new creations and brings her artistic vision to life. A promising moment that awakens anticipation for musical adventures to come! 🎧✨

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Dr Donk

ESKEI83

Having dominated the world of competitive turntablists ESKEI83 naturally injects a hip-hop slant into every piece of music he touches. It’s clear from the millions of streams he has amassed that he excels at translating the frentic energy of his DJ sets into throbbing bassline fueled madness with an impeccable sense of crafting moving melodies. It’s this ability to balance the grit of the underground with what moves the masses that has made him uniquely positioned to dominate the dj world of bass music. And with dance music’s most iconic entertainers like Diplo, Alison Wonderland, Luude, Pendulum, Kanine, Dr.Fresch, Blossom, Zeds Dead, and What So Not all bagging his beats, plus releases on seminal labels like Flux Pavillion’s Circus Records, Viper Recordings, SweatItOut and Tiesto’s Musical Freedom, it’s clear that the fans are here for it. ESKEI83 is recognized throughout the world as one of Germany’s most honored and unrivaled DJ exports. His technical prowess is matched by few and his ability to read the room allows him to lead dancefloors on remarkably unique journeys into drum & bass and dubstep mixed with open format music. This is the mark of a truly unique artist: equal parts story teller and vibe conductor. The 8-time DJ battle winner was the first German DJ to be crowned a Red Bull 3style World Champion. He clearly expresses an otherworldly understanding of how to manipulate the decks. His DJ Mixes have racked up millions of plays on YouTube, more than 500k followers across his social media channels, and in 2022 his exclusive mix for Apple Music was prominently featured on the front page of the Dance category for several weeks. On TikTok he’s one of the most successful DJs with over 250k followers and millions of video views under #electronicmusic #realdjing & #dnb. ESKEI83 had a more than successful festival summer in 2022, bringing the stages to life at Europes top festivals such as Parookaville, Electric Love, Uprising and the Sonne Mond Sterne Festival. While he possesses a well-honed talent for completely demolishing the decks, ESKEI83’s equally matched skills in the studio have allowed him to craft bottom heavy bombs that have shaken the subs of countless clubs and festivals. His singles have amassed tens of millions of streams leading to What So Not personally tagging ESKEI83 for an official remix of his smash hit “Beautiful.” His Future Bass anthem “Rave” is his largest tune to date and his tracks “Taking It Higher” & “Lift You Up” have been played by heavy hitters of the scene like Pendulum or Kanine. Make no mistake, bearing witness to a live ESKEI83 set is an experience like no other. There’s no pointless knob twiddling for show. His movements are purposeful, and showcase his years of experience as a turntable technician. He truly believes in the idea that “Real DJing is not dead.”

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Russian Village Boys

Dima and Denis founded Russian Village Boys in 2014 in a remote village near St. Petersburg. As the boys say, “that night we were drinking vodka, dancing, listening to Paul Elstak and the guys from Nouveau Riche Music, and we thought: why not start our own group?” Today, Russian Village Boys is a big world, a world of never-ending madness, loud hard music, and punk energy. People all over Europe dress in Adidas tracksuits and head to RVB concerts to mosh, sing songs about love, and then mosh again to hardbass and uptempo. It has become a true culture, and this is just the beginning!

Dennis Reif

Domenico Rondinelli

Mastik Lickers

Giovanni Zarzana

Mateø Vivës

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