Full name: Amélie Lens
Date of birth: May 31, 1990
Place of birth: Vilvoorde, Belgium
Profession: DJ, music producer, owner of the labels Lenske and Exhale
Genres: techno, minimal techno, industrial techno, electronic music
Early Life and Beginnings
Amelie Lens was born in Vilvoorde, a suburb of Brussels, where she spent her childhood. Her love for music started early — her mother often played vinyl records with pop and rock hits from the 1980s. As a teenager, Amelie discovered electronic music and the underground club culture.
A defining moment came when she attended the Belgian Dour Festival, where she experienced the energy of techno for the first time. As she later recalled, it was then that she “fell in love with music forever.”
In her youth, Amelie began a career as a model, living and working in London, Paris, and Milan, and walking for major fashion brands. However, her passion for music soon took over — she spent her free time in clubs, learning DJ equipment and track structures. By the mid-2010s, she decided to dedicate herself entirely to the music industry.
Career Beginnings
Amelie took her first steps in DJing under the pseudonym Renée, performing at small local parties in Belgium. She soon caught the attention of the organizers of the legendary Labyrinth Club in Hasselt, where she became a resident DJ.
The venue became her creative laboratory, where she developed her unique sound — blending powerful, driving techno with melodic transitions and immersive atmospheres.
In 2014, she left the modeling world, and in 2016 made her official debut as a producer with the release of «Exhale». The track was a bold statement, marking the arrival of a new star on the European techno scene. Its minimalist yet powerful structure and distinctive sound quickly made Amelie one of the most talked-about artists in club culture.
Breakthrough and Global Recognition
After the success of her early releases, Amelie Lens quickly rose to the top ranks of the global techno scene. Her follow-up tracks — «Let It Go», «Stay With Me», and «Follow» — cemented her reputation as an artist with a distinctive sound and technical mastery.
She performed at the world’s biggest festivals, including Tomorrowland, Awakenings, Time Warp, Extrema, Exit, Creamfields, Movement Detroit, and ADE Amsterdam, where her sets consistently received critical acclaim and audience admiration.
In 2018, Amelie founded her own label, Lenske Records, which quickly became a platform for emerging talents such as Farrago, Milo Spykers, AIROD, and Alignment. Under her direction, Lenske evolved into one of Europe’s most influential independent techno labels.
She later launched the project EXHALE — not just a party series, but a cultural movement that connects artists, fans, and the philosophy of modern electronic music.
Musical Style and Technique
Amelie Lens’ sound can be described as powerful, cinematic, and hypnotic. Her sets combine industrial rhythms, deep basslines, and emotionally charged transitions.
She uses analog synthesizers, drum machines, and effects modules to create rich, layered textures while maintaining minimalism and clarity of form.
Her music bridges the gap between classic European techno and the modern industrial wave. Unlike many artists, Lens builds her sets around emotional flow rather than just speed or intensity.
Labels and Projects
- Lenske Records (founded in 2018) — an independent techno label focusing on powerful and progressive releases.
- EXHALE — a global club brand and festival series with events across Amsterdam, Barcelona, Tokyo, Buenos Aires, and more.
- Exhale Radio Show — Amelie Lens’ monthly radio program, broadcast on dozens of stations and reaching millions of listeners worldwide.
Personal Life
Amelie Lens is married to Sam Deliaert, known by his stage name Farrago, who is also a DJ and producer. Together, they founded the Lenske label and live in Antwerp.
In late 2023, the couple welcomed their first daughter. Amelie shared the news on social media, thanking her fans and saying that “music and family are the two main energies of my life.”
Philosophy and Influence
Amelie Lens follows a philosophy of “pure sound” and deep respect for the roots of techno culture. In interviews, she often emphasizes that her goal is “not just to make people dance, but to immerse them in an atmosphere where sound becomes emotion.”
Her approach blends professionalism, perfectionism, and a profound respect for the scene. She actively supports environmental initiatives, sustainability in the music industry, and equal opportunities for women artists.
Interesting Facts
- Before every performance, Amelie meditates briefly to “tune in to the audience’s energy.”
- She collects vintage synthesizers and vinyl records, particularly from the 1990s.
- Her eye-shaped logo symbolizes “pure perception of music without filters.”
- Amelie avoids traditional showbiz management — she personally oversees her visual aesthetics, tour schedule, and release design.
- Her sets often last over three hours, and preparation for each show can take weeks.
Legacy and Modern Impact
Amelie Lens is one of the most important figures in 21st-century techno. She represents a new generation of artists for whom music is not just entertainment but a form of modern art and communication.
Her impact goes far beyond DJing — she shapes the direction of festivals, supports emerging talents, and redefines the role of women in the electronic music industry.
Today, Amelie Lens stands as a symbol of honesty, strength, and independence in a world where the music business often dictates trends. She is not just a DJ — she is a phenomenon that unites people through sound, light, and energy.
