A powerful meeting of minds from Amsterdam and Berlin: Accelerate is the result of two techno visionaries - Steve Rachmad and Heiko Laux - bringing their distinct energies together for a no-compromise collaboration on Kanzleramt. This album merges past and present: reimagined versions of standout 12”...
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...
Denude Records kicks off its Berlin Sessions series with a strong first statement: a raw and atmospheric three-tracker from Alexander Kowalski and Eddie Hale, recorded direct from the floor of Berlin’s Damage Studios. The EP delivers a focused blend of deep, hypnotic techno rooted in groove...
Originally released on vinyl in 2009, Hutspot / Stamppot by Steve Rachmad and Heiko Laux is now available digitally for the first time. Freshly arranged, mixed, and remastered in 2025, this reissue brings new clarity to a dubby, groove-led techno cut that still holds its weight. Subtle,...
Originally released in 2010, The Boatshow by Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad is now available digitally for the first time on Bandcamp. A deep and rolling techno cut with their signature touch, this long-awaited reissue brings a classic back into circulation - freshly remastered and ready...
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...