CAGE: Techno & Hardtechno

In the shadows, where time dissolves and reality bends, a new ritual begins. Steel rhythms collide with relentless basslines, summoning a night of pure intensity.

**LINE-UP: ** ARANEA [CXVII] With roots in the Middle East and based in Gothenburg, Sweden, Aranea has established herself as a distinctive voice in Sweden’s underground techno scene. She is a co-founder of the CXVII collective — a space where techno and kink culture meet — and a resident at both Equus, which highlights powerful female energy, and Abstrakt, known for pushing the hard techno sound in Gothenburg. She has performed in Sweden, Berlin, Bulgaria and Finland. With her track “Studio 16”, released on the Amsterdam-based label Techno Wereld. — with more music on the way.

THEODOR STRATOS [TECHNO STOCKHOLM] Theodor Stratos is a rising star in the hard techno scene. Born in Stockholm, Sweden and has roots in Greece, he’s been setting fire to the dancefloors since 2019. His style is fast, loud, and full of raw power. Every set is a wild ride — no holding back, just pure energy. Theodor’s tracks have dropped on heavy-hitting labels like Alienator Records, DSR Digital, Wicked Waves Record and Physical Techno. With his unstoppable passion and bold sound, Theodor is taking over the underground. And this is just the beginning.

RØNN [AE:RIAL, CXVII, NEP] As a driving force in Gothenburg’s underground scene, co-founding projects such as AE:RIAL, Never Ending Project, NYCTO, SURROUNDED & CXVII, RØNN brings a hypnotic and atmospheric edge to the dancefloor. Known for his ability to craft deep, groovy and evolving set, he blends sexy rhythmic drums with hypnotic textures, setting the tone and preparing the room with precision. His opening sets invite the audience into a shared space, slowly building intensity, shaping anticipation, and creating a seamless bridge toward the raw energy of the night ahead.

Venue: Kristallbaren, Nöjesfabriken Datum: 28 November Tid: 23-03 Ålder: 18+