SUMIA (TR)
SUMIA a.k.a Hardcore Princess is a rising star from the Istanbul techno scene, rapidly gaining global recognition. Having performed in numerous venues worldwide, SUMIA has played at major festivals and events in countries such as Italy, Serbia, the USA, Colombia, Spain, Malta, Jordan, the Netherlands, the UK, Greece, and many more.
Her electrifying sets have been showcased by event companies such as Mixmag, EXIT Festival, Amsterdam Dance Event, TechnoBrooklyn New York, Amnesia Ibiza, Metamorfosi, HEX Techno Movement, Blackworks, Welcome Back Devil, NatureOne, DECIBELOPENAIR, Abstractechno and others.
As a resident artist on Indira Paganotto’s ARTCORE Records, SUMIA has also signed and released tracks on several well-established labels such as Blackworks, DSR Digital, ExpelYourDemons, Fever, Finder and more. Blending various techno genres such as hard techno, psytrance, and hypnotic techno, she incorporates a piece of her soul into her music, even using her own vocals. SUMIA has collaborated with many successful artists and released her EP with Berghain resident Matrixxman in the last months of 2023, receiving support from BCCO and gaining great success on stage in a short time. She has also drawn attention with her back-to-back performances with artists like Indira Paganotto, AIROD, and Charlie Sparks.
SUMIA's first EP reached number eight on Beatport and remained in the top 100 for three months. As the founder of Volx Community & Records, she produced a charity album with six international producers to support earthquake victims.
Characterised by raw synths and deep, self-recorded vocals, her music tells captivating stories that transport listeners to new realities.
SUMIA describes creating music with synthesizers and dancing to her music with ravers as her main passion, and is inspired by the wide range of sonic possibilities, from textured atmospheres to sharp, dark and raw synthesizers. The limitless creative potential of music fuels her artistic vision, and SUMIA is ready to continue her rise by delivering new tracks to audiences worldwide.