French producer and DJ Umwelt has been an influential figure in the underground electronic music scene since the early 1990s. Hailing from Lyon, he quickly established himself with a distinctive sound shaped by raw electro, acid, and dystopian techno influences. Umwelt's music is characterized by heavy, twisted analog synthesis, reflective atmospheres, and a relentless energy that often explores darker, cinematic themes.

Over the decades, Umwelt has released a steady flow of acclaimed records on international labels such as Shipwrec, Rave or Die, Boidae, and New Flesh—an imprint he founded in 2000 to further push the boundaries of futuristic and uncompromising electronic music. His discography displays remarkable consistency and versatility, ranging from floor-ready electro bangers to introspective ambient explorations. In addition to his studio output, Umwelt is renowned for his raw, immersive DJ sets that blend classic rave aesthetics with cutting-edge electronic sounds, capturing audiences in clubs and festivals around the world.

He has been a central figure in cultivating France’s electro scene, supporting emerging artists and preserving the music’s uncompromising spirit. Today, Umwelt remains a tireless innovator with a fiercely independent ethos, continuing to inspire fans and peers alike with his forward-thinking approach to music and culture.