Chlär is one of the greatest underground techno talents of recent years! You likely know him from the duo Funk Assault, but he thrives just as well as a solo artist, usually mixing from three or four decks simultaneously. This is all part of his quest for the perfect polyrhythm, as the Swiss artist believes in the fundamental relationship between humans and the groove. Constant self-improvement and the meticulous refining of his sound are his trademarks. This year at Audioriver, the Kosmos stage will be a hub for the impenetrable depth of Berlin sounds!

Colin Benders is the undisputed king of techno improvisation. He never hits the stage without his modular synthesizer. You’ve likely seen the viral clip where Benders repairs a sequencer mid-set without missing a beat—he’s always got a screwdriver at the ready! He’s a true pro who knows his gear like no one else, conjuring electrifying music built on deep, hypnotic grooves from any interface. Despite the technical complexity, every performance is raw and instinctive, hitting every dancer right where it counts with powerful, bone-shaking bass.

A northern invasion at Audioriver! The Crackhouse residents are heading to Łódź for a b2b set built on the modern sounds of classic techno. Depth, dense polyrhythmic phrases, and a relentless pulse: these are the hallmarks Cranz and Danté have been famous for years. The former is the founder of the Kysh label, which has become a home for producers from all over Europe. The latter collaborates with Sept on the Opus event series. You couldn’t ask for a better recommendation.