The Cheapers

The Cheapers is a Berlin-based duo formed by Fraenzen Texas and Ruede Hagelstein. The group began releasing music in 2010, with their debut appearing on July 27th of that year. Over their active period, they produced eight releases across nearly a decade, with their final documented release appearing in December 2019.

The Cheapers operates within the tech house, deep house, and melodic house & techno spheres. Their releases have appeared on Upon.You Records and TAU, two labels that position them within Berlin's established electronic music circuit. The duo's sound spans the deeper, more groove-oriented end of house music while incorporating the melodic elements that characterize contemporary progressive house and techno. Their nine-year release timeline suggests a measured approach to production, focusing on quality over quantity within the German capital's competitive electronic music landscape.