Born and based in Berlin, Mike Bierbach, known as Rødhåd, is a central figure in contemporary techno. He co-founded the influential Dystopian label and party series in 2009, which helped define a dark, industrial, and hypnotic aesthetic within the German capital. His production work, including the 2017 album Anxious on Dystopian and collaborative projects like Out Of Place Artefacts with Vril, is characterized by deep, melancholic textures and powerful, driving low-end. A fixture at Berghain and major international festivals, he is equally recognized for his marathon DJ sets that prioritize atmosphere and tension. His recent work includes the 2024 fabric presents Rødhåd mix, which continues his exploration of cerebral and nocturnal techno soundscapes. Rødhåd remains a vital force in the scene by consistently balancing raw, warehouse-inspired intensity with a refined, cinematic approach to electronic music.