Karol XVII

Karol XVII is the stage name of Polish producer Karol Samocki, who began releasing electronic music in 2010. He operates as part of the duo Karol XVII & MB Valence alongside Marek Bigajski and co-founded the digital label Loco Records in 2007. Based in Poland, he has maintained consistent output across the house music spectrum for over a decade, with 32 releases spanning from 2010 to 2023.

His productions center on deep house and melodic house & techno, with occasional ventures into downtempo electronica. Karol XVII releases primarily through Get Physical Music, Loco Records, and Deepalma, establishing his presence across both established German imprints and his own Polish label platform. His sound typically operates within mid-tempo house ranges, emphasizing groove-driven arrangements and soulful elements that work equally well in peak-time and after-hours settings. The artist's catalog demonstrates a consistent evolution from straight deep house toward more melodically-focused productions that incorporate techno influences while maintaining his signature Polish house aesthetic.