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Early Reflections

With Early Reflections, Oliver Hartmann opens the archives of his early work. The LP brings together eight techno tracks recorded under his moniker Insect O. between 2000 and 2003.

  • Label: Etui Records
  • Format: digital + vinyl
  • Release Date: 2026-01-23 (digital) / 2026-06-30 (vinyl)
the artist Insect O. performing on modular synthesizers

Live

I play electronic music live. For my performances I use my modular synthesizers, analog drum maschines and effect pedals. Together with visual artist highpitchedblack I work on AV live shows for DAVE Festival.

about live shows
a hand on a modular synthesizer

Studio

Modular synthesizers are electronic musical instruments composed of separate modules that can be connected in various ways to create custom soundscapes. I call this freedom in the creative process. The computer I use mainly as multitrack recorder.

my studio
the artist Insect O. sitting on a bench with a modern glass building in the background

About Me

I am an electronic music artist based in Dresden, creating ambient and dub techno music. Much of the inspiration for my work comes from travelling, as well as from exploring sounds with my modular synthesizer setup. Etui Records serves as a platform for releasing both my own music and works by other artists. In 2014, I co-founded DAVE Festival in Dresden, focusing on workshops about music production, audiovisual concerts, and live jam sessions. Since 2022, I have been studying Media Technology at IU Internationale Hochschule.

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