Fantasm is an electronic producer, DJ, and sound designer working at the crossroads of melodic techno, progressive, cinematic electronica, and ambient. His music represents a journey filled with dramatic transitions, emotional harmonies, and deep sonic textures. Fantasm combines an academic approach to composition with club energy, crafting tracks that unfold like cinematic stories.
His name increasingly appears on major festival lineups, Spotify playlists, and melodic techno artists’ sets from the new generation. Every Fantasm release carries a unique atmosphere — a balance of light and darkness, emotion and rhythm, merging the art of sound with visual metaphor.
Early Career
Fantasm began his musical journey in the mid-2010s, inspired by film soundtracks, atmospheric electronica, and classic techno. His early works were characterized by cinematic scope, blending analog synthesizers with live instruments. His attention to detail and focus on musical storytelling quickly set him apart on the scene.
In his early years, Fantasm experimented with ambient and downtempo, but over time, his style evolved into melodic techno with pronounced progressive structures. He soon gained attention from producers and fans of the genre, receiving support from artists performing under labels such as Afterlife, Anjunadeep, Steyoyoke, and Oddity.
Breakthrough and Recognition
Fantasm’s breakthrough came in 2021 with the release of “Eclipse Within” — a track that fused dark techno grooves with emotional melodicism. The track went viral across Beatport and SoundCloud playlists, defining the artist’s signature sound and future direction.
He followed up with releases such as “Reflections”, “Beyond the Veil”, “Echo of the Future”, and “Reverie” — each featuring a distinctive cinematic atmosphere reminiscent of Tale Of Us, ARTBAT, Colyn, and Massano, yet marked by Fantasm’s own creative identity.
Fantasm has become a regular performer at thematic events such as Melodic Techno Showcase, gracing European club stages and delivering immersive conceptual live sets with visual components.
Selected Discography
- Eclipse Within (2021)
- Reflections (2022)
- Echo of the Future (2022)
- Beyond the Veil (2023)
- Reverie (2023)
- Spectral Horizon (2024)
- Fragments of Light (2024)
His releases have appeared on independent labels such as Steyoyoke, Stil vor Talent, Oddity Records, and his own imprint, Fantasm Music, which supports artists with a similar philosophical approach to sound.
Musical Style
Fantasm’s sound is a fusion of melodic techno and cinematic electronica. His productions feature melodic arpeggios, soundtrack-inspired string sections, atmospheric pads, organic textures, and analog basslines. His tracks are structured like journeys — moving from luminous intros to dark, powerful climaxes.
Signature Traits:
- Cinematic arrangements
- Epic melodies and ambient transitions
- Deep bass and organic grooves
- Contrast of light and shadow within structure
- Warm analog production and detailed mixing
Fantasm aims not just to create tracks but to express emotional states — each composition feels like a story about the inner world and the search for harmony.
Festivals and Performances
Fantasm has performed at numerous club events and showcases, including:
- Melodic Techno Showcase (Berlin)
- Afterlife Inspired (Barcelona)
- Stil vor Talent Night (Amsterdam)
- Progressive Spirits (Prague)
- Techno Vision (Budapest)
Each of his live shows is accompanied by visual projections — abstract imagery reflecting themes of light, time, and emotion. His performances go beyond DJ sets, evolving into immersive art experiences close to audio-visual installations.
Achievements
- Over 30 million streams across platforms
- Supported by artists such as Tale Of Us, Colyn, Massano, and Kevin de Vries
- Performances at conceptual showcases across Europe
- Founder of his own label, Fantasm Music
- Featured among Beatport’s “Rising Melodic Techno Artists” (2024)
- Ranked in DJ Mag Top 100 (2025)
Interesting Facts
- Fantasm studied sound design for film and often integrates cinematic techniques into his production.
- His setup includes Moog Subsequent 37, Arturia PolyBrute, and the Elektron Analog Rytm drum machine.
- His visual concept is based on “dream-reality,” with each track representing an inner myth.
- His music is often used in fashion shows and visual art projects.
- The name “Fantasm” merges “fantasy” and “phasm” (ghost), symbolizing sound as ephemeral matter.
Legacy and Vision
Fantasm represents the new wave of melodic techno artists, where music becomes meditation and the club turns into a space for emotion and self-expression. His work blends sound, visual art, and philosophy, forming a unique genre — cinematic techno. Fantasm demonstrates that techno can be not only powerful but also profound, poetic, and deeply inspiring.
