Shinichi Atobe is an elusive figure in the world of electronic music, revered for his enigmatic presence and minimalist yet profound approach to techno. Emerging from the Japanese underground scene, Atobe first caught the attention of the international community with his 2001 debut "Ship-Scope" on Chain Reaction, the Berlin-based label known for its dub-infused techno sounds. Then, for years, he maintained a mysterious absence from the music world, adding to the enigma of his persona.

In a surprising and much-celebrated return, Shinichi Atobe re-emerged in 2014 with the release of "Butterfly Effect," a compilation of previously unreleased material on Demdike Stare's DDS imprint, which immediately stirred excitement among aficionados of deep, texturally rich techno. Since then, Atobe has continued to craft his signature style with a handful of releases that dive into the meditative core of electronic sound. "From the Heart, It's a Start, A Work of Art" (2017) and "Heat" (2018) follow his introspective trajectory, delivering lush, loop-driven landscapes. His latest offerings, "Yes" (2020) and "Love of Plastic" (2021), further solidify his mastery of the genre, providing a hypnotic and immersive sonic experience that remains both intimate and intriguingly inaccessible. Today, Shinichi Atobe stands as a cult figure whose work continues to inspire a devoted following eager for every rare gem of his minimalist, yet deeply resonant, techno creations.

Genres

Dub Techno

Float House

Japanese Electronic

Japanese House

Japanese Techno

Microhouse

Outsider House

Latest Release

Love of Plastic

Shinichi Atobe

Album - 9 Tracks - Released January 21, 2022