Richie Hawtin
Short History & Biography
Richie Hawtin, born on June 4, 1970, in Banbury, England, and raised in Windsor, Canada, is a pioneering DJ, producer, and technology innovator in the minimal techno scene. Known for his meticulous and forward-thinking approach to electronic music, he first gained recognition in the early 1990s under his Plastikman alias, producing acid techno classics. Hawtin is also a co-founder of the influential Plus 8 and M_nus record labels. Beyond music, he is renowned for integrating cutting-edge technology into his performances, pushing the boundaries of DJing and live electronic shows. (source: Wikipedia)
Official Website
richiehawtin.com
Top 5 Tracks
- Spastik (as Plastikman)
- Consumed (album)
- Call It What You Want (with John Acquaviva)
- Ask Yourself
- Minus Orange
Festival / Event Appearance (2025)
Headlined Time Warp Spain 2025 in Madrid alongside Charlotte de Witte, delivering a hypnotic minimal techno set praised for its precision and immersive atmosphere.
Summary Table
| Artist | Highlights | Official Website | Key Event (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richie Hawtin | Minimal techno innovator; founder of Plus 8 & M_nus; Plastikman alias | richiehawtin.com | Time Warp Spain 2025 |