Kevin Saunderson is a pivotal figure in the history of electronic music, renowned for his role in pioneering the Detroit techno scene alongside Derrick May and Juan Atkins. Often referred to as one of the "Belleville Three," the trio who attended high school together in Belleville, Michigan, Saunderson has left a lasting mark on the techno genre since his rise to prominence in the 1980s.

His career swelled with critical acclaim through his work both as a solo artist and as part of the group Inner City, which produced classic hits like "Good Life" and "Big Fun." Over the years, Saunderson has continued to innovate and inspire with a steady flow of singles and remixes. Among his most recent releases are thumping tracks like "Heavy" and the reflective "What You Don't Know," along with dynamic remix projects such as the "We All Move Together" (Kevin Saunderson x Latroit Remix). Kevin Saunderson's enduring influence is also felt in the next generation of electronic artists, as he helps to shepherd forward new sounds through his timeless approach to music production and DJing.

Genres

Acid House

Detroit Techno

Minimal Techno

Techno

Related Artists

Carl Craig

Derrick May

Jeff Mills

Juan Atkins

Robert Hood

Octave One

Underground Resistance

Blake Baxter

Inner City

Moodymann

Kenny Larkin

Model 500

Latest Release

Melodica

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Dantiez

Single - Released October 23, 2024