Remain (FR)

Co-founder of Paris-based label Meant Records, Remain has become one of the figureheads in a resurgent French techno scene in which the groove has returned to the center of the experience. Remain's sonic universe is decidedly dark and ruthlessly efficient. His aesthetic unites an ultramodern vision of the dance floor with a rock background, all of which contributes to the robustness and dynamism that mark all of his productions. These production chops along with redoubtable skills in the DJ booth have landed him a number of choice residencies in top Parisian clubs, such as the infamous Rex Club and Zig Zag Club, the latter of which plays host to Meant's dedicated label nights. Having recently released singles and remixes on such renowned labels as Throne Of Blood, Relish, Ninefont and Ideal Audio (w. Electric Rescue), the second half of 2014 looks to be just as busy for Remain, with forthcoming EPs scheduled for such labels as My Favorite Robot Records and of course Meant.