Recommended Techno Artists: From Big Names to Rising Stars [2025]

When it comes to dance music in recent years—especially in the 2010s—EDM reigned supreme.

But as that boom has settled, the techno and house scenes have been buzzing again in the 2020s, with a mix of elements like a return to ’80s house, a pop sensibility, and the rise of female DJs.

In this article, we introduce recommended techno artists that we’d love anyone newly interested in techno to check out.

From Detroit techno veterans to top up-and-coming DJs and artists whose work extends beyond techno, we spotlight both old and new, making this a read that any dance music fan can enjoy.

Be sure to take a look!