PETRU KSS – Live Techno Artist

PETRU KSS is a London-based techno artist and live performer known for immersive, hardware-driven sets that blend hypnotic rhythms with cinematic soundscapes. Founder of Kolibri Space Shuttle Records, PETRU crafts bold techno journeys, with acclaimed releases and support from the underground scene. Discover upcoming gigs, new music, and exclusive live recordings.

– “Live from HÖR Berlin – a spontaneous broadcast aboard the Kolibri Space Shuttle, deep in techno orbit.”

Last-minute set recorded in Berlin’s most iconic bathroom for the Deepsomnia Records showcase – featuring raw energy, unreleased material, and glimpses of upcoming releases – Youtube – Soundcloud

THRiPPS – PhD Research

Techno Hardware-centric, Real-time, Improvisation, Performance and Production Study/System/Solution

– “As the winning applicant, Pierre was selected for his research proposal titled THRiPPS which seeks to explore the true creative and technical benefits and challenges of using hardware synthesizers in the production of techno music; as well as the distinct intersection of music production and performance.” – Richie Hawtin

– THRiPPS: Techno Hardware-centric, Real-time, Improvisation, Performance and Production Solution – Learn more

– “Welcome to Kolibri Space Shuttle – our beloved spaceship cruising the outer space.”

This Is Live Techno tells the story of techno live performers in the form of short documentaries – this is the first episode of a series. – Learn more

PETRU KSS is a London-based techno artist, live performer, DJ, producer, researcher, and label founder. His work sits at the intersection of hardware-centric live performance, real-time improvisation, and deep, hypnotic techno, with a strong emphasis on physical interaction, risk, and human decision-making in performance.

Known for immersive solo live sets, PETRU treats the stage as a space for real-time composition rather than playback, shaping structure, tension, and texture instinctively through hands-on control. Alongside his solo live performances, PETRU regularly performs DJ sets, with recent broadcasts and appearances on HÖR Berlin, Mission London, and Liminal Space. Across both formats, performance is approached as a fluid, responsive process rather than a fixed reproduction.

His live work is built around his custom THRiPPS system (Techno, Hardware-centric, Real-time, Improvisation, Production & Performance Study), developed in parallel with his ongoing PhD research into solo live electronic music practice – a project awarded the Richie Hawtin Scholarship in Electronic Music.

Alongside his own imprint Kolibri Space Shuttle Records, his original music includes releases on City Wall Records, including Mirage EP, Drifting Embers EP and Qanun EPs. His work has been remixed and supported by artists including Dubfire, .VRIL, Arnaud Le Texier and Hannes Bieger, receiving positive feedback and plays from DJs including John Digweed.

His music and practice have been featured in Mixmag and FAZEmag, reflecting a profile that bridges club culture, live performance, and research-driven exploration.

OLD BIO – The Corsican artist and music producer PETRU is known for delivering cutting edge live acts, but also for playing engaging DJ sets with a large collection of vinyl records.

His analog techno live performances already got amazing reception at E1 London, Werkhaus London for Minimal Force, Dark Sessions (April 2 July, London) and HEX Barcelona at Razzmatazz – while his profile has received a large support from the specialized press: Attack Mag, Tsugi, FazeMag, Monument have all featured PETRU’s music.

This year he has launched the label Kolibri Space Shuttle with a first vinyl record that currently has a great reception amongst the techno community – previously he had produced tracks or remixes for various labels including the track ‘UKRAINE’ for Krill Music.

His passion for hypnotic, dark and minimal techno as well as his work as a sound designer led him to get invited to play at major underground clubs and radios in Barcelona, London, Prague and in France, next to some of the most respected techno artists nowadays: Len Faki, Blawan, Ben Klock, Oscar Mulero, I Hate Models, Flug and Voiski.

His strong techno is focalised on delivering a space trip and to connect with engaging crowds, his energy is very appreciated by the techno heads who follow him in his journey.

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PETRU KSS – Live Techno Artist

THRiPPS – PhD Research

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