Drumsheds Presents Drumcode – March 2026: Artist Preview
The Drumcode crew are back once again, and it gets better each time. Following two sold-out editions, they return for round three at Drumsheds on Saturday 7th March. Founder and techno figurehead Adam Beyer is joined by melodic stalwart Chris Avantgarde, atmospheric selector Kevin de Vries as well as Kasia, Linska, Bart Skils, Marco Faraone and more. Drumcode’s thirty-year history boasts eye-watering accolades; the legendary techno imprint have continuously paired their renowned discography with club showcases that platform stellar talent both established and emerging on the globe’s most acclaimed stages.
In 2025, Adam Beyer marked a significant, refreshed chapter in his three-decade career, focusing on new solo music, major high-profile collaborations, and a shift in sound. Adam Beyer showcased a blend of techno with indie-electronic influences, notably with the track “The Distance Between Us,” which features 80s-inspired synths and melodies. Adam Beyer also released his first solo album in over 20 years via Drumcode in July 2025. The 16-track project is inspired by sci-fi and aims to offer more than just club-focused tracks, reflecting a more emotional, expansive sound.
In 2025, Chris Avantgarde solidified his position as a leading figure in melodic techno and house, marked by the launch of his own label, Hyperreal, and the announcement of his debut album of the same name. His year was characterized by high-profile collaborations, major festival appearances, and a shift towards creating a distinct, genre-fluid sound, with 3-hour sets emerging as his preferred format.
In 2025, melodic techno artist Kevin de Vries continued his rise within the Afterlife label scene, highlighted by the October release of his hypnotic collaboration “Born Like That” with Jast. He solidified his reputation for high-energy performances with major events, including an all-night-long set at London’s Troxy and a 2025 date with Insomniac. Kevin de Vries is known to blend emotive, melodic techno with driving, “hybrid” club sounds.
In 2025, Bart Skils continued to solidify his position as a cornerstone of the global techno scene, particularly within Adam Beyer’s Drumcode Records family. His year was characterized by high-profile festival sets, prolific collaborations, and the release of new music, including a notable remix of his own classic, “Your Mind.” His 2025 DJ sets often featured a mix of new ID tracks and classic, hard-hitting techno.
Maro Faraone, the Italian has been one of the most consistent contributors to Adam Beyer’s labels Drumcode Records or Truseoul, dating back over 10 years and it’s always a treat to have on either of the imprints, such is production flex, able to move seamlessly between varying shades of techno and house.
