Justus Köhncke

Place: Gießen

Born: 1966

Biography:

Justus Köhncke is a German techno producer and pop musician from Cologne, born in 1966. He is known for his unique blend of minimal techno with disco and Krautrock elements. As a member of the house trio Whirlpool Productions, along with Hans Nieswandt and Eric D. Clark, he had a number one hit in Italy in 1997 with their house track "From Disco to Disco".

Music Career

Since 1999, Köhncke has released tracks on the Cologne label Kompakt. His music is characterized by its minimal techno and Krautrock elements, which set him apart from other artists in the genre. In addition to his work with Whirlpool Productions, Köhncke has collaborated with other notable artists, including Andreas Dorau, Dirk von Lowtzow of Tocotronic, and Irmin Schmidt of Can.

Collaborations and Side Projects

Some of Köhncke's notable collaborations include producing the single "Durch die Nacht" for Andreas Dorau and working with Phantom/Ghost. He has also worked on soundtracks with Irmin Schmidt and formed a side project with Hot Chip frontman Alexis Taylor, called Fainting by Numbers.

Discography

Köhncke's discography includes several albums, including:

• Spiralen Der Erinnerung (1999)
• Was Ist Musik (2002)
• Doppelleben (2005)
• Safe and Sound (2008)
• Bass ist Musik (2013)
• Justus Köhncke & The Wonderful Frequency Band (2013)

Artistic Influences

Köhncke's music is influenced by various artists and styles, including disco and Krautrock. His unique sound can be heard in tracks such as Timecode, which was inspired by the song "How Long" by Lipps Inc.

Museums and Art Collections

Some of Köhncke's work can be found in museums and art collections, including the Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Germany. The museum is known for its collection of modern and contemporary art, and features works by various artists. For more information on Justus Köhncke's music and collaborations, visit his page on Wikioo.org or check out his discography at Wikipedia. Köhncke's music can also be found on Kompakt, a Cologne-based label that features a range of electronic and techno artists.