Björn Torwellen

Björn Torwellen: A Journey Through Dark Techno

Born from an immersion in the dark world of 90s electronic music, producer, DJ, and SINEE founder, Björn Torwellen, ignited a passion that, throughout the 2000s, transformed into a captivating journey through the German techno scene.

The Artist and His Sound

Björn’s sound has evolved over the years, shifting from a more minimalist approach to something distinctly harder and darker. He describes his creative process as a “conversation with machines and mood,” centering on the loop as a “sustain pedal for the moment of bliss.” While his music is “dense and dark,” always geared for the dancefloor, it consistently leans towards an introspective “heads-down” aura. He aims to “open up spaces” within his tracks and “tell stories,” deliberately avoiding trends to focus on what feels natural. His music often possesses a cinematic quality, having mellowed slightly from its most aggressive forms over the years.

Inspired by dark and grotesque aesthetics, machine sounds, and hypnotic, dense atmospheres, Björn crafts his soundscapes using analog equipment and a modular system, which he continuously refines. His recent album, “10.000 Black Seeds” (2024), delves into the intricate interplay between man and machine, mixed entirely in analog to achieve a cohesive, organic sonic aesthetic. He utilizes tools like Elektron Analog Rytm and plugins from Native Instruments, D16, and Softube, selecting each for its specific purpose rather than favoring one over another.

SINEE: The Creative Hub

As the founder of SINEE, Björn Torwellen has brought to life his vision for an online creative community dedicated to electronic music and art. The platform’s mission is to provide a space where electronic artists can exchange knowledge, evolve with experts and like-minded individuals, and access a comprehensive range of resources to become seasoned professionals in electronic music.

SINEE offers online courses, tutorials, masterclasses, and workshops, focusing on electronic music production and its connection to modern music creation. The content caters to various skill levels—beginner, advanced, and professional—and addresses both musical prowess and the external impact and business aspects of an artist’s career. The institute also features an “Analog Lab,” a dedicated studio equipped with numerous analog instruments and a modular system for students to work with.

Career Milestones & Global Reach

Beyond his profound influence on the German techno scene, Björn has brought his music to clubs worldwide, from Buenos Aires to Germany’s most renowned underground hotspots. He has graced the stages of major festivals, including Nature One, Ikarus, Nibirii, and Mayday.

His notable releases span several albums, EPs, and singles, including “Metacollapse” (2013), “Who I Am” (2016), and the recently released “10.000 Black Seeds” (2024). His recent EPs, “Starport Elevation” (2025) and the single “Binary Fate” (2025), were released via Chris Liebing’s acclaimed CLR label, marking significant additions to his prolific discography.