Julian Ess

Julian Ess is a French-born techno DJ and producer who operates from Barcelona, Spain. He co-owns Substeal Records and began releasing music in 2015 with his debut on 303Lovers. Since establishing his presence in the electronic music scene, Julian Ess has maintained consistent output through 2020 across multiple respected imprints.

His sound spans peak time techno and driving rhythms, complemented by explorations into deep house and tech house territories. Julian Ess has released music on Reload Black Label, 303Lovers, IAMT, Funk'n Deep Records, and Bitten, showcasing versatility across the house and techno spectrum. His productions lean toward the harder, more driving end of techno while incorporating the groove elements characteristic of his Barcelona base, delivering tracks suited for peak hour DJ sets and underground club environments.