François X

“Techno has always been about breaking rules. For me, it’s about capturing the raw motion of life, sweat, emotion, and that pulse that connects us all.” François X is a disruptive force in contemporary electronic music, a French techno visionary who moves seamlessly between underground club culture and avant-garde sonic exploration. Known for his exhilarating and unpredictable DJ sets, he blends high-velocity techno with raw physicality, sensuality, and cinematic textures, creating soundscapes that transcend the club and captivate both body and mind. Born from the underground pulse of Paris, François X’s rise was forged through his pivotal residency at the legendary Concrete. There, he established himself as a key architect of modern French techno, developing a distinct language of groove-driven, hypnotic club music infused with emotional depth. His reputation quickly transcended local scenes, earning him bookings at Berghain, Fabric, Awakenings, Melt Festival, and other global institutions. A DJ and producer, François X embodies a creative philosophy rooted in duality: a reverence for the physicality of Black American dance music, combined with a futuristic European approach to sound design and performance. In 2011, he co-founded DEMENT3D, one of France’s most forward-thinking labels, celebrated for its genre-defying releases and ability to bridge underground club music with avant-garde aesthetics. His debut album, Irregular Passion (2018), solidified his reputation as a storyteller, weaving personal vulnerability into expansive soundscapes. François X has since collaborated with influential imprints such as MDR, Exhale, Fabric, and BPitch Control, proving his versatility and unwavering commitment to pushing his sonic identity. The launch of XX LAB in 2021 marked a crucial evolution, a self-curated platform dedicated to experimental club culture, boundary-pushing design, and multimedia storytelling. Through XX LAB, François X released Digital Fever, a statement project where percussive power meets industrial elegance, and CEO (Cowboy Executive Officer), a fearless hybrid of techno futurism and cultural commentary. In 2025, François X introduced Straight Edge Society, an EP symbolizing his personal philosophy: experiencing life in its unfiltered rawness. These works anchor his ongoing exploration of identity and sonic innovation, blending Black electronic heritage with post-modern club energy. François X is a connector between eras, cultures, and disciplines. His journey inspires a generation seeking to break free from rigid boundaries, proving that techno can be both uncompromising and expansive.