1982 – How I Found Techno

A musical journey of how I found techno.

Jean Michel Jarre – Arpegiator
Yazoo – Don’t Go (Re-Mix + Re-Re-Mix)
Fad Gadget – Love Parasite II
Depeche Mode – The Meaning Of Love (Fairly Odd Mix)
Soft Cell – A Man Could Get Lost
Cabaret Voltaire – Just Fascination (Just Fascomatopee Fascination)
Rational Youth – Le Meilleur Des Mondes
Rational Youth – City Of Night (Danse Mix)
Front 242 – U-Men
Giorgio Moroder – To The Bridge
Mito – Droid (Disco Mix)
Divine – Native Love (Step By Step) (12″ Version)
The Flirts – Passion (Special Remixed Version)
Afrika Bambaataa & The Soulsonic Force – Planet Rock (Instrumental)
Man Parrish – Techno Trax
Man Parrish – Hip Hop Be Bop (Don’t Stop) (12″)

Hertz – Darklove


It’s been a steady flow of Hertz releases lately, and the support from fans and DJs has never been greater! The time has finally come to drop Darklove, a track that’s been fine-tuned over four years, and one that’s been tearing up dancefloors in every Hertz set. Next up is Sweat, another high-impact weapon packed with energy: a raw synth line combined with a perfectly placed vocal snippet that does the trick. Finally, Beat Bunker delivers a fat, haunting bassline to close things out. Another strong EP coming your way from your favourite techno label, SWAY.

SWAY 89-91


We’re excited to welcome Atlanthes with their debut release on SWAY.
This solid four-tracker highlights the full range of their production skills, from driving grooves to deeper, more atmospheric moments. Each track is packed with energy and clever arrangements that keep the momentum alive and the listener hooked all the way through. A release that works both on the dance floor and in your headphones. Just pick your favourites and let yourself get carried away by the vibe!


Uncertain needs no introduction, he’s been topping the charts for years. But this release actually marks his debut on SWAY. Twenty years ago, we dropped records under his former alias Boriqua Tribez on our other label, Hz Trax. Now he’s back with four powerful tracks in his unmistakable style, full of raw energy and perfectly in tune with the SWAY vibe. A guaranteed sure shot!


Oh yes, it’s time for another Ace Trax! This compilation EP delivers four outstanding tracks. We’re excited to welcome debutants Ian Carpenter & Daddy Russell with their explosive banger Savage. Also making his debut is Freire, bringing Beija Flor, a haunting synth-driven cut with a wicked broken-beat groove. Rounding out the EP, we have a groovy gem from Hollen and another strong track from Atlanthes. What can we say? Pure top-tier stuff!

1981 – How I Found Techno

A musical journey of How I Found Techno

Depeche Mode – Big Muff
Kraftwerk – Home Computer
Jean Michel Jarre – Magnetic Fields Part 1
Soft Cell – Sex Dwarf
John Carpenter – 69th Street Bridge
Yello – Bostich
Liaisons Dangereuses – Los Ninos Del Parque
Logic System – Unit
Ultravox – Herr X
Telex – Brainwash

The introduction to How I Found Techno

Hertz – Chord Chamber
Vangelis – Spiral
Kraftwerk – The Robots
Donna Summer – Our Love
The Human League – Marianne
Visage – Fade To Grey

Hertz – Maverick


The first SWAY release of the year comes from label boss Hertz himself. This three-track package showcases the full diversity of his production style. The title track Maverick takes you on an emotional journey, with a goosebump-inducing breakdown that blooms into a stunning string section before lifting off again with a powerful new bassline. To round things out, we’re adding two more funky cuts to the mix. Bass De Abrao is all about driving bass and a playful, groove-packed arrangement, while the final track leans into a more minimal vibe — but still hits with big, bold sounds. 2026, bring it on!

Hertz – Sway 2025 – The Mix


It’s time to celebrate another incredible year with a brand-new compilation and DJ mix from label boss Hertz, showcasing some of the finest highlights on SWAY. We stay committed to the true spirit of techno — and judging by the worldwide DJ support, the scene clearly agrees. This year we even hit the prestigious Number 1 spot on Beatport’s Techno Raw chart several times.

Grab the full DJ mix or pick up the individual tracks to craft your own dance-floor magic. And as always, we’ll keep delivering funky techno — built for the floor and wired for intelligent minds!

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