25/11/2025
Artefakt () set a foundation for their signature deep entrancing sound experiences with their milestone record 'Mirror Society' in 2012 on Field Records. Established by Nick Lapien and Robin Koek, the duo positioned themselves onwards in the scene through melancholic, hypnotic voodoo music. After 14 years of collaborative work, the project continues as a solo endeavor under Nick Lapien's direction from late 2025 onwards.
The sound remains pensive with deep, rich textures; long track lengths—often six-minutes-plus—give Artefakt an expansive framework in which to make small changes of texture and tone, creating cerebral, balanced atmospheres that absorb and engage. "Sometimes it just takes a short element, like the sound of a falling drop of water, and from this recording extract the rhythm and use it as a starting point," says Artefakt. "It's a very organic way of creating new material." As a live act, Artefakt has performed all across Europe, North America, and Asia, the analog-heavy set a must-see for fans of melodic and deeply emotive techno. Drawing on a deep love for collecting records, Artefakt also performs as a DJ, crafting long, hypnotic narratives laced with exclusive material.
Pioneering a meticulous and layered sound through renowned Dutch imprints Field and Delsin Records, Artefakt has placed itself at the center of soundscape-informed techno, continuing to explore collaborative creation through the imprint De Stijl. In the world of Artefakt, music is not just heard; it is felt, it is lived.
