Ecch-Ode: Perspectives in Sound presents

Ecch-Ode: Perspectives in Sound presents a new annual series at Village Underground Barcelona, bringing underground house and techno artists together with local collectives. Rooted in Detroit’s global connections, it collaborates with socially conscious projects to make an impact through the collective power of electronic music.

• Dave Angel
An integral part of British techno, Dave Angel has shaped electronic music culture as a producer for more than 30 years. The son of a jazz musician and older brother of hip-hop artist Monie Love, he emerged during the acid house explosion in 1980s London. His weekly show on pirate station Phaze One, alongside Fabio and Grooverider, was one of the most influential broadcasts of its time, championing a new sound that captivated young people across the country. This brought him into the media spotlight, with Mixmag, DJ Magazine and The Guardian recognising him as a major force in British techno and acid house.

In 1991, his reworking of Eurythmics’ “Sweet Dreams” brought him national recognition. The response in clubs was so strong that RCA decided to release it, and it entered the UK singles chart at number 23. Orbital, Sun Electric, Carl Cox, Spooky, James, Roni Size, Model 500 and Underworld invited him to remix their work. His label, Rotation Records, provided an early platform for Adam Beyer, Christian Smith, Deetron, Vince Watson, Laidback Luke, Steve Rachmad and Misstress Barbara, among others.

With support from leading figures in the scene and a steady stream of dancefloor tracks, Dave Angel remains one of electronic music’s distinctive personalities, bringing a tireless work ethic to his craft and a positive energy that shines through on every record.

• Drivetrain
Derrick Thompson, aka Drivetrain, is the founder of Soiree Records International, a Detroit label dedicated to intelligent, underground sounds across house, techno, downtempo and experimental music. Soiree has released music by more than a hundred composers and helped launch many careers.

An active producer on labels around the world since the 1990s, Derrick works with both major and independent labels. As a touring DJ, he has played clubs, festivals and venues in various countries, delivering dynamic sets with a carefully curated selection of tracks.

• 4R15
Barcelona-based Aris found his way behind the decks through a lifelong passion for art, music and clubbing, moving from digital formats to vinyl over the course of four years. For him, techno is a vehicle for exploring the darkest corners and finding the light, free from rules. His sets are fast, dark and rhythm-driven, punctuated by brief moments of clarity.

• Francisco B
A Barcelona producer and DJ, Francisco B builds his techno around hypnotic grooves, deep percussion and evolving atmospheres. His sets occupy the space between repetition and movement, combining tension, fluidity and a powerful physical presence. He has shared line-ups with Alexander Kowalski, César Almena and DAVE.IT.

A portion of the profits from this event will be donated to Iguality, a non-profit organisation providing free mental health care to communities at risk of social exclusion in Barcelona and elsewhere.