ChatGPT curated list of favorite Detroit Techno DJs:
- Alton Miller: A key figure in Detroit’s house music scene, known for his soulful and jazzy productions. More Info
- Amp Fiddler: A multi-talented musician whose work spans house, techno, and soul, bringing a unique fusion to the Detroit scene. More Info
- Anthony “Shake” Shakir: A veteran producer known for his diverse and experimental approach to techno. More Info
- Blake Baxter: Another early Detroit techno producer, Baxter has made significant contributions to the genre’s evolution. More Info
- Carl Craig: Known for his innovative productions and contributions to the genre, Craig has been a key figure in Detroit’s electronic music scene. More Info
- Claude Young: An influential figure in techno, known for his innovative DJing and production techniques. More Info
- Delano Smith: With a long history in Detroit’s electronic music scene, Smith continues to be an influential figure. More Info
- Detroit Techno Militia: A collective of DJs and producers dedicated to preserving and promoting Detroit techno. More Info
- DJ Bone: A champion of the underground, DJ Bone is known for his technical skill and passion for preserving the essence of Detroit techno. More Info
- DJ Godfather: A key figure in Detroit’s ghettotech scene, known for his fast-paced, bass-heavy tracks. More Info
- DJ Minx: A pioneering female DJ and producer, influential in the Detroit electronic music community. More Info
- DJ Rolando: Known for his hit “Jaguar,” DJ Rolando has been a significant figure in the Detroit techno scene. More Info
- Drexciya: Known for their enigmatic and influential contributions to Detroit techno, Drexciya’s work has left a lasting impact on the genre. More Info
- Eddie Fowlkes: A contemporary of the Belleville Three, Fowlkes has been a vital part of Detroit’s techno scene since its inception. More Info
- Jeff Mills: Famous for his hard-hitting techno style, Mills developed his persona “The Wizard” at Detroit’s Club Cheeks. More Info
- Juan Atkins: Often referred to as the “Originator” of techno, Juan Atkins coined the term and has been a pioneering figure since the early 1980s. More Info
- Keith Worthy: An artist who blends deep house and techno elements, known for his atmospheric tracks. More Info
- Kenny Larkin: A major figure in the second wave of Detroit techno, Larkin’s work is known for its complex rhythms and melodies. More Info
- Kevin Saunderson: One of the Belleville Three, Saunderson played a crucial role in the development of techno and continues to influence the genre today. More Info
- Kyle Hall: A younger producer who has gained recognition for his innovative contributions to house and techno. More Info
- Mad Mike Banks: A founding member of Underground Resistance, Mad Mike has been a key figure in Detroit’s techno scene for decades. More Info
- Milan Ariel: An emerging artist making waves in the Detroit electronic music scene. More Info
- Mike Huckaby: A DJ and producer renowned for his deep house and techno productions, as well as his influential role in music education within Detroit. More Info
- Moodymann (Kenny Dixon Jr.): Known for blending techno with elements of house, funk, and soul, Moodymann’s unique style has made him a standout figure in Detroit’s music scene. More Info
- Norm Talley: A key player in Detroit’s house and techno scenes, Talley is known for his soulful and deep DJ sets. More Info
- Octave One: The Burden brothers, who make up Octave One, have been producing innovative techno music since the 1990s. More Info
- Omar-S: A prolific producer and DJ known for his raw, analog-based approach to house and techno. More Info
- Rick Wilhite: Known for his deep house productions and his role in the Detroit electronic music scene. More Info
- Robert Hood: Known for his minimalist approach to techno, Hood is a highly influential producer from Detroit. More Info
- Stacey Pullen: A second-wave Detroit techno artist, Pullen is known for his eclectic style and dynamic DJ sets. More Info
- Terrence Dixon: Known for his minimalistic approach to techno, Dixon’s music is often described as deep and introspective. More Info
- Terrence Parker: A DJ and producer known for his soulful house music and technical prowess on the turntables. More Info
- Underground Resistance (UR): A musical collective from Detroit that includes members like Mike Banks, Jeff Mills, and Robert Hood. More Info
- Waajeed: Initially known for his work in hip-hop, Waajeed has also made significant contributions to house and techno. More Info