Wolfgang Tillmans

Wolfgang Tillmans is a German artist born August 16, 1968, in Remscheid, Germany, who began releasing electronic music in 2016. The Turner Prize-winning photographer operates under the alias Alan Smithee for some of his musical output and runs the Fragile label, which serves as the primary outlet for his electronic productions. Based between Berlin and London, Tillmans has maintained a consistent release schedule since his debut, with five releases spanning from 2016 to 2025.

Tillmans produces across multiple electronic genres, ranging from classic electro and Detroit-influenced tracks to indie dance and nu disco. His releases on Fragile showcase a versatility that encompasses downtempo electronica and house music, with productions that vary from introspective, mid-tempo explorations to more club-ready material. The sound draws from both vintage electro traditions and contemporary indie dance aesthetics, offering DJs tracks that work equally well in intimate settings and on larger dancefloors. His approach combines the precision of classic electronic production with the accessibility of nu disco and indie dance sensibilities.