Karenn is the electrifying collaborative project of British techno maestros Blawan (Jamie Roberts) and Pariah (Arthur Cayzer), who burst onto the electronic music scene with a raw, hardware-driven sound that quickly garnered them a dedicated following. Initially uniting over a shared passion for the grittier elements of techno, the duo formed Karenn in 2011 and have since been known for their energetic live performances and no-holds-barred approach to production. Embracing analog gear and modular synthesizers, they craft a blend of pummeling rhythms and textural experimentation that has become a hallmark of their releases and performances.

Their discography captures a journey through the uncompromising edges of the techno spectrum, where thunderous kicks and industrial soundscapes meet intricate rhythmic structures. With releases like "Grapefruit Regret" and "Music Sounds Better With Shoe," Karenn showcases a penchant for titles that carry a distinct, almost cheeky, character, which serves as a foil to the intensity of their music. Their work, including emblematic tracks such as "Strawbs" and the relentless drive of "Crush the Mushrooms", has been celebrated for pushing the boundaries of electronic music, often culminating in transformative live experiences that solidify their status as torchbearers in the realm of modern techno.

Genres

Experimental Techno

Minimal Dub

Modular Techno

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Latest Release

Everything is Curly

Karenn

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released June 23, 2023