Awakenings Festival 2026

999999999

999999999 are an imposing and inescapable presence at the vanguard of the hard techno scene. In the studio and on stage, the immediacy of uncompromising machine music collides with the unpredictability of improvisation to create an

ever-shifting, forward-pushing energetic force.

Since the project started in 2016, the Italian duo have released a potent run of gnarly, precision-tooled 12”s on their own NineTimesNine label, most of which have been repressed multiple times in response to widespread demand. Elsewhere, their ‘300000003’ track (released on Planet Rhythm in 2018) was a breakout success, catching a viral wave, going through repress after repress and breaking their take on acid techno to a huge new audience. In 2020, they moved from a vinyl-only operation for their own productions to offering their music up digitally, and welcoming other artists into the fold.

But it’s as a live act 999999999 have truly carved out their reputation, presenting a hardware-only set with the impact and intensity to set alight the world’s largest techno events. Their rap sheet of past achievements is long and winding, taking in monolithic festivals and intense basements alike – every different strand of Awakenings, Fabric in London, Fabrik in Madrid, Crssd in San Diego, Fuse in Brussels, Sub Club in Glasgow, Kompass in Ghent, Possession (with Boiler Room) in Paris. They’ve completed tours across the Americas, in Asia, Australia and through every pulsing pocket of party energy in Europe.

Beyond their tours, 999999999 also take pride in hosting their own specially curated 9×9 Invites events across Europe, most notably in the much-missed Berlin techno mecca Griessmuehle where they welcomed respected artists such as Sunil Sharpe and Umwelt. They also enjoy taking control of the club for the entire night, for example doing the first 12-hour takeover of Khidi in Tbilisi in late 2019.

The secret to the success of the 999999999 project lies in its force of personality. Every thunderous kick, daggering synth stab and twisting acid line is fired off with a clear-sighted intention – everything is pitched to elicit the maximum physical and emotional response from the dancer. There’s no middle ground, just an emphatic tribute to the hard, dark, deep end of the night.

Adam Beyer

Bookings: maximeraki@caa.com
Mgmt: info@maximeraki.com

Maxi Meraki's entry into the Melodic House scene might seem sudden, but his rise since 2019 to become one of the most acclaimed artists of today is anything but accidental. His success rests on a solid foundation of releases, collaborations and remarkable performances.

Projects like ‘Dare Your Move’ marked pivotal moments in his artistic evolution, paving the way for an impressive catalog of globally celebrated hits. Releases such as ‘If You Need It’, ‘Everybody Get Up’ and ‘Nothing On Me’ - have garnered support from industry heavyweights worldwide. His remix of Rüfüs Du Sol’s ‘Music Is Better’ and Mahmut Orhan’s ‘Pangea’ further solidified his reputation as a creator of undeniable floormaterial.

Maxi’s desire to succeed and unwavering passion have positioned him as one of the most original and inspiring figures in the electronic music scene, as he continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Adrian Mills

I LOVE TECHNO

Adriatique

Booking worldwide: marco@futurism.agency

Managment: management@adriatique.ch

Amelie Lens

Amelie Lens has taken the techno scene to another level, with her unrelenting passion for the genre, with a strong message that she always was, and always will be a raver at heart.

Charlotte De Witte

@KNTXTmusic label owner.
She plays music and loves food.
“La vida es una Charlotada”

Cloudy

Cloudy is a Cologne-based DJ and resident of Teletech & Adrenaline.

DJ HEARTSTRING

Trance Dance Music from Berlin

Fatima Hajji

Fatima Hajji is a powerhouse in the global techno scene, renowned for her electrifying energy, innovative productions, and deep connection with her audience. Spanish by birth but with Arab roots, she blends tribal grooves with cutting-edge techno, creating a unique sound that bridges inspired rhythms with modern, high-energy beats. Her explosive shows and emotional connection with fans have solidified her status as one of electronic music's most influential and dynamic figures.

Freddy K

__techno dj and producer since 1991__boss of KEY Vinyl

I Hate Models

bookings@kurious.be

Joris Voorn

After developing a more focused interest in house and techno, Joris invested in the versatile MC-303 Groovebox and began to experiment with synth sounds and drumloops.

Kevin de Vries

music is the future.

Kettama

For the past few years, KETTAMA is a name that has continued to burn hot on the tips of tongues.

Real name Evan Campbell, the Galway born, London based artist has spent the best part of the last decade bringing the sounds of his native ‘G-Town’ to the world, embarking on a seemingly ever-evolving, never-ending sonic pilgrimage in the process.

From his humble roots in the Irish electronic underground scene, to spreading his wings in the UK and across Europe, KETTAMA now undertakes an unrelenting worldwide touring schedule, most recently with a standout tour across North America, Canada and South America.

With performances at Coachella, Glastonbury, Kappa Futur, Creamfields, Arc Festival, Portola, to name a few, this year is shaping up to be his biggest yet. Currently halfway through an Ibiza residency at the iconic Amnesia nightclub, KETTAMA also hosted a solo Boiler Room show in London which drew over 15000 sign ups, and has just announced his biggest London show to date, at the legendary 02 Academy in Brixton on 4th October.

Two years on from landing his Fallen Angel EP, KETTAMA now presents what could be his magnum opus, with his Archangel debut album set to land on Steel City Dance Discs on Friday October 3. Having already released a number of standout singles from the forthcoming record; ‘Yosemite’ with Interplanetary Criminal, ‘It Gets Better’ (Forever Mix), ‘Air Maxes’ with Fred Again.. And Shady Nasty and most recently ‘If U Want My Heart’ ft. KLP with DJ Heartstring, Archangel is primed to be a serious milestone moment in KETTAMA’s unrelenting career.

KETTAMA ARCHANGEL 03/10/2025

MARRØN

EERSTE COMMUNIE CO-FOUNDER & RESIDENT.

MAU P

Mau P has made a major impact on the house music scene in a remarkably short space of time. He found an unconditional love for dance music at the age of 14. He now effortlessly channels his musical skillset, and raw talents into his music and DJ sets.

Max Dean

RA: Resident Advisor

Prospa

RA: Resident Advisor

Miss Monique

Miss Monique is miss unique.

A Ukrainian DJ, producer and label owner who’s a YouTube, clubland and streaming phenomenon, with over 200 million cumulative views and almost 800,000 monthly Spotify listeners.

Nina Kraviz

Nina Kraviz is a Russian-born DJ and record producer who is well known around the Moscow club scene notably for her self-titled debut album – hailing from Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia.

Odymel

Retro nostalgic trancy italo hard techno

Pegassi

RA: Resident Advisor

Rødhåd

Rødhåd has been socialized by Berlin's looptechno nights and always finds the perfect balance of timeless techno to lift the dancefloor higher and higher. His style is always deep, powerful and melancholic - from dub to techno and back to house.

Wade

It is not frequent to see an artist who emerges from nowhere and becomes someone capable of revolutionizing the market.

Azyr

Olly Rowley (Azyr) is a 23 year old DJ / Producer based in the North West of England & is currently making waves in the scene.

Bad Boombox

Bad Boombox recently emerged with an irreverence and colorful vitality rarely seen in techno.

Bart Skils

Always one step ahead of the game, Bart Skils has established himself as one of Holland’s most respected and highly demanded techno dj’s. His dj sets are celebrated by techno lovers as extremely forward thinking and musically well constructed.

Chlär

Chlär holds this perpetual need to learn and improve, convinced of the fundamental relationships humans share with the groove. His productions and performances are attempts to awaken the tribal and primitive instinct that sleeps in each of us.

Yanamaste

RA: Resident Advisor

Cloonee

Since bursting onto the scene in 2019 with breakout releases like The Ciggie and his first Beatport #1 Be Good to Me, UK-born, LA-based DJ and producer Cloonee has carved out his place among the upper echelon of global tech house. From early support on imprints like Solid Grooves Raw to becoming a regular on Chris Lake’s Black Book Records, Cloonee’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric.

In 2022, Cloonee launched his own imprint, Hellbent Records, debuting with the chart-topping Tripasia—a release that cemented his reputation as a tastemaker with a razor-sharp ear for dancefloor weapons. That same year, his relentless touring schedule took him across North and South America and deep into Ibiza’s iconic clubs, with standout appearances for Music On, Paradise, ANTS, Elrow, and more.

2024 marked a major milestone in his U.S. journey, with a breakout performance on the Sahara Stage at Coachella. His viral singles Sippin’ Yak and Stephanie (feat. Young M.A) have amassed tens of millions of streams across platforms, showcasing his unique ability to fuse underground energy with mass appeal.

A true fixture of the international circuit, Cloonee continues to tour extensively, with annual summer runs across Europe’s biggest festivals and clubs—including Kappa Futur Festival, UNVRS, Ushuaïa, and Hï Ibiza—alongside high-profile slots at Lollapalooza, EDC Vegas, LIV Las Vegas, Brooklyn Mirage, and beyond.

Effortlessly balancing club credibility with crossover charisma, Cloonee is not just riding the wave of tech house—he’s shaping its future.

Cynthia Spiering

Techno DJ/Producer from The Netherlands

Reinier Zonneveld

As one of the most innovative and best-selling techno producers of the moment, Reinier Zonneveld has taken over the contemporary scene with his visionary live performances and unique view on the techno genre. Highly respected for his improvisational live shows at marquee festivals and sold-out clubs across the world, Reinier Zonneveld’s vibrant sound is winning him fans far and wide. After becoming a prominent resident at the legendary Awakenings and Time Warp events, Reinier Zonneveld has continued to push industry limits, launching his very own Karren Maar Festival. His own imprint Filth On Acid is one of the best-selling and most supported labels in the electronic scene with releases of Carl Cox and many more, the label is claiming the number one spot on and off as the leading techno label on Beatport. Reinier Zonneveld has quickly grown from underground talent to an acclaimed industry tastemaker, with impressive accolades such as earning the highest new entry DJ Mag’s Top 100 in 2022, selling out a solo show at the iconic Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam during ADE the year prior, and hosting his own festival Karren Maar where he set a new Guinness World Record for the longest live set, to name a few. In addition, in 2023, Reinier Zonneveld has jumped an impressive 22 spots on the DJ Mag Top 100 poll, ranking now at number 27.

Dax J

A global pillar of the techno scene, continuously pushing the underground forward

DJ Gigola

like gigolo, but Gigola

Funk Tribu

RA: Resident Advisor

DJ Rush

DJ Rush's energetic techno sets are legendary from his birthplace of Chicago to his adopted home of Berlin. A 6’6” self-styled freak, the producer of such monsters as ‘Freaks on Hubbard’ and ‘Get On Up’ frequently mixes techno with fishnets and stilettos...

Franck

FRANCK is here for a gid time, no a long time. Club goers have said that his sets are hotter than a Greggs Steak Bake just out the oven and his tunes are harder than Blighty’s Boozers. All bants, luv yez x

Upper90

A newly rejuvenated U90 is coming your way this year, with a mix of old and new friends we will be playing around the NOVA area and this summer we will go up as far as NJ. Be on the lookout for new songs, and showdates! *OFFICIAL* Upper90 Facebook Page

Grace Dahl

Grace Dahl has emerged as one of the most exciting names in the circuit, with a flair for emotive, high energy techno. It combines emotional depth with an infectious high energy, creating a sound that resonates on both a personal and a collective level.

Josh Baker

Josh Baker is the founder of You&Me Records, Hide&Seek Festival and also SYNTHO.

Mahmut Orhan

He started his career with “3-Adam” which is a vocalizing firm. In 2012, he added “Ceiron” to “Little Buddha 5” serial and “Fringe” to “Siddharta Dubai” serial and he gained great success with these tracks.

Dj Shimza

One of Africa's shining light, an incredibly talented young mix Dj who has proven to be successful at whatever he does. House music producer, radio mix dj on Metro FM Oskido I believe show, Channel O mix effect master, Director of SHIMUZIC Productions,..

NOVAH

Singer
Writer
Actress

Bookings & Inquiries: jadenovahbooking@gmail.com

Pan Pot

It can be the similarities between two people that draw them together, but it's the differences between them that create something special. It would be nothing if those two polar opposites failed to meet in the middle. Such is the story of Pan-Pot.

Serafina

RA: Resident Advisor

Richie Hawtin

@KNTXTmusic label owner.
She plays music and loves food.
“La vida es una Charlotada”

Chris Avantgarde

Adrián Mills

Marron

Upper 90

Awakenings Festival 2026

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