Arespi (NL)

Arespi isn’t just another face in the techno world—he's one of the founding fathers of hard
techno, a legend whose influence dates back to the mid 80's. Long before techno became
mainstream in the Netherlands, Arespi was at the forefront, shaping the Dutch underground
scene with his gritty, industrial sound. His early mixtapes, circulated on cassettetapes, were like
secret blueprints for a new era of music. These recordings, raw and relentless, became cult
favorites among early ravers and techno enthusiasts, spreading across the country and
establishing Arespi as a force long before techno gained mass appeal.
In those formative years, Arespi’s DJ sets were the stuff of legend. He’d take over abandoned
warehouses and underground venues with pounding, uncompromising sets that pushed the
boundaries of what electronic music could be. His performances were not just DJ sets; they
were assaults on the senses—blending ferocious beats with dark, atmospheric textures. These
nights laid the groundwork for the Dutch techno scene, inspiring a generation of artists and
ravers alike.

With releases on Hot Peppers Raw records (nl),
-Game Changer,
-HPR100 (Techno Ode)
-Contra Cognitive Hiathers, Rob Mitchi (arespi remix)
-HPR best of 2024
-The Remixes, Raw Vandalz (blue asylum, arespi remix)
Also on Amsys Records (it),
-Trough the Gates of Berghain
-Best of Amsys records 2024
Also on Frame Workxx records (nl),
-400 (Swamprock)
And my latest remix on Rawsery records (uk),
Singularity, Deep Secrets (arespi Tokyo underground remix)