# Detroit Techno DJs (2024-06-19) **URL:** \ **Category:** breadcrumbs\ **Tags:** music, techno\ **Created:** [June 20, 2024, 1:26am UTC](https://pluralist.net/t/detroit-techno-djs-2024-06-19/166 "2024-06-20T01:26:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Page:** 1
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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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amp_Fiddler) - **Anthony “Shake” Shakir** : A veteran producer known for his diverse and experimental approach to techno. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Shakir) - **Blake Baxter** : Another early Detroit techno producer, Baxter has made significant contributions to the genre’s evolution. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blake_Baxter) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Craig) - **Claude Young** : An influential figure in techno, known for his innovative DJing and production techniques. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Young) - **Delano Smith** : With a long history in Detroit’s electronic music scene, Smith continues to be an influential figure. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delano_Smith) - **Detroit Techno Militia** : A collective of DJs and producers dedicated to preserving and promoting Detroit techno. [More Info](https://www.detroittechnomilitia.com) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Bone) - **DJ Godfather** : A key figure in Detroit’s ghettotech scene, known for his fast-paced, bass-heavy tracks. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Godfather) - **DJ Minx** : A pioneering female DJ and producer, influential in the Detroit electronic music community. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Minx) - **DJ Rolando** : Known for his hit “Jaguar,” DJ Rolando has been a significant figure in the Detroit techno scene. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Rolando) - **Drexciya** : Known for their enigmatic and influential contributions to Detroit techno, Drexciya’s work has left a lasting impact on the genre. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drexciya) - **Eddie Fowlkes** : A contemporary of the Belleville Three, Fowlkes has been a vital part of Detroit’s techno scene since its inception. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Fowlkes) - **Jeff Mills** : Famous for his hard-hitting techno style, Mills developed his persona “The Wizard” at Detroit’s Club Cheeks. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Mills) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_Atkins) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenny_Larkin) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_Saunderson) - **Kyle Hall** : A younger producer who has gained recognition for his innovative contributions to house and techno. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyle_Hall_(musician)) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mad_Mike_Banks) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Huckaby) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moodymann) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Octave_One) - **Omar-S** : A prolific producer and DJ known for his raw, analog-based approach to house and techno. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omar-S) - **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](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hood) - **Stacey Pullen** : A second-wave Detroit techno artist, Pullen is known for his eclectic style and dynamic DJ sets. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stacey_Pullen) - **Terrence Dixon** : Known for his minimalistic approach to techno, Dixon’s music is often described as deep and introspective. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrence_Dixon) - **Terrence Parker** : A DJ and producer known for his soulful house music and technical prowess on the turntables. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrence_Parker) - **Underground Resistance (UR)**: A musical collective from Detroit that includes members like Mike Banks, Jeff Mills, and Robert Hood. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Underground_Resistance_(band)) - **Waajeed** : Initially known for his work in hip-hop, Waajeed has also made significant contributions to house and techno. [More Info](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waajeed)