Italy

italian techno

MATHAME

Anfisa Letyago

Belgium

acid techno

belgian techno

dark techno

electra

Amelie Lens

Farrago

Spain

Amnesia Ibiza

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Classic techno with an extraterrestrial bent, Anfisa Letyago is using her unique sounds to quickly build steam as one of the genre’s new tastemakers. Especially in recent years, her underground-adjacent musical quality is hitting the mainstream in a major way: in May 2022, she graced the cover of MixMag and she’s also gearing up for major shows in Ibiza and at Exit Festival in Serbia.

Born and raised in Naples, Italy, Letyago has always had music in her veins. In her MixMag interview, she says, as a child, she was surrounded by music. She cites her grandmother’s extensive collection of vinyl as an early inspiration, as well as her father’s prowess on the bass and guitar.

She got her start as a DJ/producer experimenting with the equipment and with making beats, and ten years after that, she released her first track, “Stop Talking,” on Dutch powerhouse label Spinnin’ Records. Since then, she’s performed all across the world, from Argentina to Berlin.

She’s been hailed by DJ Mag as their 2019 breakthrough DJ/producer and by Carl Cox as a ‘really talented performer.’ Cox also signed three of her EPs—‘So Good,’ ‘Catch the Spirit,’ and ‘Hypnotic’—to his highly regarded label, Intec. Her productions have earned nods from Adam Beyer and Charlotte de Witte and she’s remixed tracks from the likes of Pan-Pot and Tube & Berger. And—as many artists do when they’ve reached the level that Letyago has—the DJ/producer has minted her own label, N:S:DA Records.

United Kingdom

deep disco house

uk house

Damian Lazarus

melodic techno

minimal tech house

Tale of Us

United States

house

minimal techno

The Martinez Brothers

Brazil

brazilian edm

Vintage Culture

brazilian techno

ANNA

Hï Ibiza

Hï Ibiza Closing Party

dancefloor dnb

drum and bass

uk dance

Chase & Status

999999999

Sweden

raw techno

schranz

swedish electronic

swedish techno

techno

Adam Beyer

Adiel

Germany

hard techno

Alignment

spanish techno

Andres Campo

jungle

uk dnb

Andy C

dark minimal techno

hardgroove

minimal dub

Truncate

german techno

Ben Klock

Tunisia

Cera Khin

New Zealand

float house

jazz house

nz electronic

Chaos In The CBD

Charlotte de Witte

Netherlands

dutch tech house

Chelina Manuhutu

Clara Cuvé

latin tech house

De La Swing

Demi Riquísimo

italian electronica

microhouse

DJ Tennis

Eats Everything

Fatima Hajji

nu gabber

Héctor Oaks

France

deep house

HUGEL

Australia

french techno

industrial techno

I Hate Models

Ilario Alicante

Indira Paganotto

deep groove house

pop dance

James Hype

Joseph Capriati

Joyhauser

deep euro house

Klangkuenstler

Kobosil

Marc Maya

MARRØN

tech house

Mau P

Paco Osuna

Patrick Mason

Regal

Reinier Zonneveld

Sara Landry

detroit house

detroit techno

Seth Troxler

deep techno

SHDW & Obscure Shape

tINI

Traumer

Nestled in the heart of Spain's arid landscapes, Monegros Festival has carved out a niche as an unparalleled electronic music experience. Known for its intense energy and immersive environment, this festival offers more than just music—it's a pilgrimage for electronic and techno enthusiasts.

Launched in 1994, by the family which are now known as the 

 family, Monegros Festival began as a small gathering among friends and family on a farm in the Monegros desert, quickly evolving into one of Europe's most iconic rave experiences. Over the years, the festival has seen exponential growth, morphing from a modest event into a massive 24-hour non-stop party. It has hosted legends of the electronic music scene, including 

, among others. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2014, Monegros further solidified its status with a record attendance, proving that it remains a staple in the festival circuit.

 specializes in electronic music, primarily focusing on genres like techno, drum and bass, and hip hop. Its lineup consistently features a blend of well-established global icons and emerging talents, creating a dynamic sound landscape. The festival's dedication to electronic beats and bass-driven rhythms creates an electrifying atmosphere that resonates through the barren desert, making every beat and drop feel like a discovery.

Situated in the desolate beauty of the Monegros Desert in Northeast Spain, the festival's location is as integral to its identity as the music itself. The remote setting creates an otherworldly vibe that allows attendees to disconnect from the outside world and plunge into an immersive experience. The stark contrast between the vibrant festival activities and the serene, expansive desert creates a backdrop that is both captivating and inspiring.

Attendees at Monegros can expect an adventure that transcends ordinary festival experiences. Apart from its stellar musical offerings, the festival is known for its elaborate stage designs, stunning visual art installations, and a multitude of performers that transform the desert into a surreal spectacle. The community atmosphere is palpable, with festival-goers from all over the globe coming together to share in the unity and escapism that Monegros provides.

Monegros Festival is more than just a music event; it's a destination for those who seek to experience the raw and unbridled joy of electronic music in a setting that defies the ordinary. Each year, the festival continues to innovate and inspire, offering a unique escape into a world where rhythm and dance reign supreme. Whether you are a returning enthusiast or a curious first-timer, Monegros promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of electronic music culture.

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Benin

afro house

AMÉMÉ

Ukraine

ukrainian electronic

ARTBAT

South Africa

south african house

south african pop

south african pop dance

Black Coffee

Chloé Caillet

frankfurt electronic

Chris Liebing

Denmark

danish electronic

danish techno

Kölsch

Layla Benitez

electronica

leipzig electronic

Paul Kalkbrenner

Ushuaïa Ibiza

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electro house

progressive electro house

progressive house

Eric Prydz

Airrica

scottish techno

Ewan McVicar

Paige Tomlinson

Eric Prydz presents [CELL] Week 8

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Switzerland

melodic house

swiss house

Adriatique

deep minimal techno

Alan Fitzpatrick

Alex Wann

german house

Âme

Bart Skils

Ben Böhmer

Russia

russian electronic

russian techno

Nina Kraviz

DJ Gigola

 is a legendary name in electronic music, especially for techno lovers. What began as a humble techno night in Amsterdam over two decades ago has exploded into the Netherlands’ leading techno event, now renowned worldwide.

It was founded in the late 1990s by Rocco Veenboer, who felt a void in the Dutch scene for pure techno amid the prevailing house and hardcore sounds. The very first Awakenings party in Amsterdam’s Gashouder venue sold out and proved he was onto something big. Since then, Awakenings has blossomed into a globally recognized festival brand, drawing over 300,000 visitors annually from all corners of the world. For many fans, Awakenings is a pilgrimage and a symbol of the Netherlands’ influential role in techno culture.

From its early days as single-night raves, Awakenings quickly grew into multi-day extravaganzas. Before long, those one-off parties turned into weekenders and then full-blown festivals, as demand from the techno community kept rising.

Today, Awakenings spans multiple events a year, including an iconic spring gathering near Amsterdam and a summer weekender in the woods of Hilvarenbeek. At the current festival grounds in Hilvarenbeek, up to 80,000 attendees from more than 80 countries come together for a three-day techno marathon. The scale is immense - over a hundred artists perform across eight stages, ranging from intimate tents to gigantic open-air arenas. Every year the organizers up the ante with groundbreaking stage designs, jaw-dropping laser shows and even carnival touches (a luminous ferris wheel, for example) to immerse the fans in “techno madness”. The result is an almost surreal rave wonderland: crazy visuals, booming sound, and fireworks that light up the night sky.

Despite growing bigger and bolder, Awakenings has stayed true to its roots. It remains fiercely focused on techno music rather than chasing mainstream trends, a commitment that earns it huge respect in the scene.

One of Awakenings’ biggest draws is its consistently incredible line-ups. The festival is essentially a “who’s who” of techno DJs, featuring legendary pioneers alongside fresh talent. Dance music icons like 

 or Detroit’s Derrick May have all graced the Awakenings stage over the years, cementing its reputation for top-tier bookings. At the same time, newer generations of techno stars, from drum-machine wizards like 

The programming balances the genre’s underground purists and big-name crowd-pleasers in equal measure. Fans love that mix; many attend annually knowing they’ll see their favorite DJs who return year after year, as well as discover cutting-edge acts. This loyalty goes both ways: artists often speak fondly of the “Awakenings vibe” and how energetic and dedicated the crowds are. The festival’s commitment to true techno has nurtured a loyal community that keeps coming back for more.

Awakenings has left its mark on several locations, each adding to its character. Its spiritual home is undoubtedly the Gashouder in Amsterdam, an immense circular industrial gas tank turned party arena often nicknamed the “Temple of Techno”. Many of Awakenings’ legendary nights have happened under the Gashouder’s wrought-iron dome, with its spider-like web of lights beaming across the ceiling. For years, the brand’s flagship outdoor festival took place at the scenic Spaarnwoude recreational area just outside Amsterdam - a green park that was transformed into a techno playground every summer.

As the festival grew larger, it eventually moved to an even bigger outdoor site in Beekse Bergen (Hilvarenbeek) in the south of the Netherlands, providing more room for its expanding stages and audience. Beyond these mainstay venues, Awakenings has also ventured into other Dutch cities; at times it staged events in Rotterdam’s warehouses and Eindhoven’s Klokgebouw, showing it can bring the party anywhere.

The Awakenings experience has even gone international on occasion, with one-off shows popping up in places like New York and London to spread the techno gospel abroad. Still, the heart and soul of Awakenings remains firmly in the Netherlands, where its combination of iconic venues, enthusiastic crowds, and uncompromising techno sound continues to thrive as a cornerstone of electronic music culture.

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