A Techno playlist for your festival pregame

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For a techno-leaning festival, the pregame is often where the group can actually talk about specific artists and sets to catch — better done before the noise of the day than during it.

Ask everyone to suggest a track from an artist they're excited to see on the lineup before you head out.

Sub-styles to know

Melodic Techno

A more atmospheric, emotionally-driven style, often used to build energy gradually.

Peak-Time / Driving Techno

Harder, faster, built for the most intense part of the night.

Minimal Techno

A stripped-back, repetitive style favoring subtle variation over big drops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can we build the pregame around the actual lineup?
Yes — ask guests to suggest tracks from the artists they're most excited to see, so the playlist previews the day ahead.
Should I use manual approval or voting for a techno set?
Manual approval tends to work better for techno, since keeping a coherent energy arc usually matters more than surfacing the single most popular request.
What's the difference between melodic and peak-time techno?
Melodic techno is more atmospheric and used to build energy gradually; peak-time techno is harder and faster, built for the most intense part of a set.

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