Jacob Phono

Jacob Phono is the production alias of German artist Jacob Thiessen, who began releasing electronic music in 2012. Based in Germany, Thiessen also produces under the aliases Jacob Thiessen and J.P. (21), accumulating 20 releases across his career spanning over a decade. His debut release appeared in June 2012, with his most recent output dropping in December 2024.

Jacob Phono's sound centers on tech house and deep house, with forays into minimal/deep tech, driving techno, and classic house. He releases primarily through Heinz Music, Collage Audio, Tulipa Recordings, and Tonkind, labels that cater to the underground house and techno circuit. His productions range from deeper, groove-focused tracks suitable for warm-up sets to more driving, peak-time material that works in main room contexts. Over his 12-year career, Thiessen has maintained consistent output while expanding his sound palette from his house roots into harder techno territories.