214

214 is the project of US producer and DJ Chris Roman, who has been releasing electro since 2013. Roman also records under the aliases Chris Roman and J.Álvarez, operating across multiple identities within the electronic music spectrum. His discography spans over a decade, with releases appearing on respected labels including Frustrated Funk, 20/20 Vision, Klakson, Central Processing Unit, and Cultivated Electronics.

214's sound centers on classic and modern electro, drawing from Detroit's foundational electro traditions while incorporating contemporary techno elements. His releases range from peak-time driving techno to leftfield house interpretations, with a consistent focus on electro's characteristic drum machine patterns and robotic funk. Roman's work for Central Processing Unit and Cultivated Electronics demonstrates his ability to craft both dancefloor-focused electro and more experimental electronic compositions, maintaining the project's relevance across electro's various substyles from 2013 through his upcoming 2025 releases.