The Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad album ‘Accelerate‘ brings two of techno’s finest producers together in a powerful collaboration that bridges past and present techno sounds.
Released on Laux’s legendary label Kanzleramt, the Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad album reworks early 2000s techno classics while introducing new tracks, including TU’s exclusive premiere Butalimbo. Each track is meticulously edited and remixed to retain its original energy while enhancing it for modern audiences.
Kanzleramt, founded in 1994 by Laux, has long been a cornerstone of minimal and underground techno. The label is celebrated for its uncompromising sound and influence on European electronic music. Laux, often referred to as the “Hessen Techno Tiger,” has shaped its identity alongside artists like Johannes Heil and Anthony Rother, maintaining Kanzleramt’s reputation for innovative releases.
Steve Rachmad contributes his signature Dutch and Detroit-influenced techno style to the collaboration. Known for his work under aliases like Sterac and Scorp, Rachmad brings melodic depth and hypnotic rhythms that complement Laux’s precision-driven minimalism, resulting in a seamless fusion of classic and contemporary techno.
The Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad Accelerate album features reworked tracks such as “The Viking (Accelerated),” “The Boatshow (Accelerated),” and “Carlos (Accelerated),” alongside new material like Butalimbo and Shared Wave. The album balances nostalgia with modern innovation, offering a dynamic listening experience that spans the spectrum of underground techno.
Accelerate showcases the ongoing relevance of both producers, reaffirming their status as pioneers who honour the genre’s roots while pushing it into the future. This album is essential for fans of immersive, high-energy techno.
