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FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about the label, DJ pool, demos and remixes.
What is Techno-Hub [DE]? +
Techno-Hub [DE] is an independent techno label and platform for artists, DJs and electronic music enthusiasts. Our focus is on underground techno and on supporting artists in a sustainable and transparent way.
What kind of music does Techno-Hub [DE] release? +
Our main focus is on Hypnotic Techno, RAW Techno, Deep Techno, Detroit Techno and Driving Techno.
From 2027 onwards, Hard Techno will no longer be released directly through Techno-Hub [DE]. However, because we work with other labels, suitable tracks may be forwarded to one of our partner labels.
From 2027 onwards, Hard Techno will no longer be released directly through Techno-Hub [DE]. However, because we work with other labels, suitable tracks may be forwarded to one of our partner labels.
When are new releases published? +
Our regular releases are generally published on Thursdays.
Demos & Releases +
Can I send you my music?
Yes. Artists can submit their tracks through Techno-Hub.de.
Please send us finished tracks or demos that clearly represent your sound and production style.
Yes. Artists can submit their tracks through Techno-Hub.de.
Please send us finished tracks or demos that clearly represent your sound and production style.
Does my track have to be mastered already? +
No. A clean and well-balanced mix is sufficient for the initial evaluation.
If a track is selected for release, we can discuss mastering and the next production steps together.
If a track is selected for release, we can discuss mastering and the next production steps together.
What happens after I submit my demo? +
We listen to your track and check whether it fits the musical direction of Techno-Hub [DE].
Depending on the project, tracks can also receive feedback from our community and DJ Pool.
Depending on the project, tracks can also receive feedback from our community and DJ Pool.
What happens if my track does not fit Techno-Hub [DE]? +
A rejection does not necessarily mean that the track is not good.
Because we work together with other labels, we may be able to forward suitable tracks to one of our partner labels if the style fits them better.
Because we work together with other labels, we may be able to forward suitable tracks to one of our partner labels if the style fits them better.
How far in advance are releases planned? +
We plan releases with sufficient lead time.
Especially for platforms such as Beatport and other specialist dance-music stores, enough time must be allowed for distribution, technical processing and promotion.
Especially for platforms such as Beatport and other specialist dance-music stores, enough time must be allowed for distribution, technical processing and promotion.
Community & Track Feedback +
Can the community vote on tracks?
Yes. Community participation is an important part of the new Techno-Hub.de platform.
Users can discover tracks, listen to them and provide feedback.
Does the community decide whether a track will be released?
No.
Community feedback is an important part of the evaluation process, but the final release decision remains with the label.
Yes. Community participation is an important part of the new Techno-Hub.de platform.
Users can discover tracks, listen to them and provide feedback.
Does the community decide whether a track will be released?
No.
Community feedback is an important part of the evaluation process, but the final release decision remains with the label.
Entscheidet die Community allein über ein Release? +
Nein. Das Community-Feedback ist ein wichtiger Faktor, die finale Entscheidung über ein Release liegt jedoch beim Label.
DJ Pool +
What is the Techno-Hub [DE] DJ Pool?
The Techno-Hub [DE] DJ Pool gives approved DJs access to selected tracks before their official release.
This allows artists and the label to receive valuable feedback before the release date.
The Techno-Hub [DE] DJ Pool gives approved DJs access to selected tracks before their official release.
This allows artists and the label to receive valuable feedback before the release date.
Does the DJ Pool cost anything? +
No. Access is free for approved DJs.
What do you expect from DJs using the DJ Pool? +
We appreciate honest feedback about the tracks.
If you play one of our tracks in a club, livestream or DJ set, we also appreciate short videos, support clips or other feedback that shows where and how the track was played.
If you play one of our tracks in a club, livestream or DJ set, we also appreciate short videos, support clips or other feedback that shows where and how the track was played.
How can I get access to the DJ Pool? +
Create an account on Techno-Hub.de.
After registration, your account can be reviewed and approved for the DJ role.
After registration, your account can be reviewed and approved for the DJ role.
Artists & Profiles +
Can I have my own artist profile on Techno-Hub.de?
Yes.
Artists can be presented on Techno-Hub.de with their own profile, biography, images, releases and additional information.
Yes.
Artists can be presented on Techno-Hub.de with their own profile, biography, images, releases and additional information.
What is the Artist Spotlight? +
The Artist Spotlight is an additional presentation format for artists.
We introduce selected artists through our social media channels using a short biography, photos and information about their music and projects.
We introduce selected artists through our social media channels using a short biography, photos and information about their music and projects.
Production & Support +
Does Techno-Hub [DE] help with music production?
Yes.
Depending on the project, we can support artists with production, arrangement, mixing, mastering and general feedback.
Yes.
Depending on the project, we can support artists with production, arrangement, mixing, mastering and general feedback.
Can Techno-Hub [DE] produce a track for an artist? +
In selected cases, yes.
We may be able to develop or produce a track that fits the artist's style, for example in the area of Hypnotic Techno.
The exact conditions, rights and release arrangements are discussed transparently before the project begins.
We may be able to develop or produce a track that fits the artist's style, for example in the area of Hypnotic Techno.
The exact conditions, rights and release arrangements are discussed transparently before the project begins.
Costs & Rights +
Does it cost anything to release music through Techno-Hub [DE]?
The conditions for each release are discussed transparently with the artist in advance.
There are no hidden costs.
The conditions for each release are discussed transparently with the artist in advance.
There are no hidden costs.
Do I keep the rights to my music? +
Rights and usage terms are clearly defined for every release.
Artists do not simply transfer all rights to Techno-Hub [DE].
The exact rights and licensing conditions are agreed before publication.
Artists do not simply transfer all rights to Techno-Hub [DE].
The exact rights and licensing conditions are agreed before publication.
Where will my music be released? +
Our digital releases are distributed to relevant streaming and download platforms.
Depending on the release, this can include platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport and other digital music stores.
Depending on the release, this can include platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport and other digital music stores.
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