Martinou’s formula couldn’t be clearer: if it doesn’t engage him emotionally, he won’t play it. The Swedish producer, DJ, and live performer creates multilayered music that works its way into the heart and mind—sometimes bold and heavy, other times blissful and introspective. Either way, an emotional response on the dancefloor is inevitable. This quality made the Co-founder of the label Sewer Sender a key figure in the Scandinavian club scene.

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Now, his reputation extends beyond, with performances at events like the Draaimolen Festival and Georgia’s Bassiani, among other well-curated stages. With over 20 years of exploring electronic music from different angles, Martinou channels these experiences into his take on the deeper shades of the field.

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Hailing from Sweden, his sound is heavily influenced by the interplay of light and darkness found in the northern landscapes. The lush intensity of the forests and vast murmuring expanses infuse his music, adding mystery to his billowing pads and flowing rhythms. The result is a euphonious and emotional atmosphere. The albums Rift (2021) and Chiral (2023) on the Dutch label Nous’klaer illustrate this Martinou-specific delicate balance between house and techno. No matter if you experience a DJ or live set- a Martinou set is ever-evolving and enthralling, for him and everyone involved.