In a new feature by FourFour Magazine, Steve Rachmad opens up about his long‑standing career in techno, his commitment to creative evolution and what drives him to keep moving forward. From his early influences rooted in Detroit’s legacy to the fluidity of 19+ aliases, Rachmad doesn’t shy...
Dekmantel Festival 2025 is still fresh in our minds - and now, the music returns. This year, the Dekmantel team launches a new format for releasing festival recordings: Sonic Worlds. Rather than dropping everything at once, each set will be released as part of a themed...
We’re proud to announce that Steve Rachmad vs Sterac has been selected by Innate as one of 150 standout sets in their RA 1000: selecting mixes from some of dance music’s finest. The mix, originally broadcast as RA Podcast 428 and released via Resident Advisor,...
This rare recording captures a full night from Liverpool’s Cavern Club, featuring Sterac (Steve Rachmad) alongside the Residents crew: John Demonic, Mark Forshaw, Mike Holmes, Bill Heckle and Binny. The night was documented via two VHS tapes using the club’s security camera system, with a...
In this new A La Carte feature from 3voor12, Steve Rachmad shares a personal and thoughtful look at his journey through music. He talks about his early days with analog gear, the impact of streaming on the industry, his love for deeper, emotional sound, and how...
Techno in its purest form, delivered with elegance and precision. From the Sirius Stage, Sterac (Steve Rachmad) guided the crowd through a deep, grooving journey - a masterclass in control, flow, and hypnotic rhythm. His signature blend of depth and drive transformed the dance floor into...
One of the standout moments on Regent’s latest release for Mutual Rytm comes from none other than Steve Rachmad, delivering a remix under his legendary Sterac alias. Known for his deep, minimalist approach to techno, Sterac strips the original back to its core. The remix channels...
From the decks to your speakers—STERAC B2B BASTIENNE, recorded live at 909 x Loveland ADE 2024 at Mediahaven, Amsterdam, is now on SoundCloud. Listen below! Loveland · STERAC B2B BASTIENNE | 909 x Loveland ADE 2024 | LL260 This powerhouse duo reunites for another back-to-back session, this...
6AM Group celebrates Black History Month by highlighting iconic Black DJs who have shaped the sound and spirit of electronic music. Among them is Steve Rachmad, recognized for his pioneering role in Dutch techno and his lasting influence on the global scene. Read the full article...
STERAC joins a global lineup of techno artists on Synthetik Sounds’ powerful new Various Artists compilation, created to support those affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. His track Resilience stands alongside 38 others, each contributing to a cause that extends beyond the dancefloor....