Tim Engelhardt

Tim Engelhardt

Tim Engelhardt is a German DJ, producer and composer from Cologne, born in 1998. He works in deep house, deep tech, electronica, house, melodic house and melodic techno, and his output is rooted in electronic music with a strong melodic and harmonic emphasis.

Early development

He begins playing with music at an early age, reworking piano pieces he practices when he is eight. That background as a pianist shapes the way he approaches melody, harmony and arrangement in his productions later on. He also cites Cologne techno producer Robert Babicz as an important influence, drawn to his work as a producer, live performer and mastering engineer.

Releases and labels

Engelhardt issues his first record when he is 14. He builds a catalogue across a range of labels including Traum Schallplatten, WIR, Babiczstyle, Amuse Gueule, Ostwind Records, Popart Music, Playmusic Productions, Parquet Recordings, Manual Music and Poker Flat Recordings. His profile also includes releases and remixes linked with labels such as Innervisions and Cityfox.

Style

His music combines a classically informed sense of structure with a fluid, atmospheric electronic sound. He focuses on detailed harmonies, expanded melodic writing and the use of modular synthesis, often drawing ideas from childhood listening, nature and improvisation. The result is music that is intended to work both in clubs and in home listening contexts.

Career profile

Engelhardt is associated with a growing international schedule, with touring activity connected to the US, Asia, India and Australia. He is represented by WIR Booking.