Claus Backslash

Claus Backslash
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About This Artist

Claus Backslash, a German DJ and producer now entrenched in both the German and Ibiza scenes, is known for delivering powerful performances that command dancefloors. Spanning a fluid tempo range of 126–138 BPM, his signature mixes bridge trance, tech-trance, and uplifting styles, layered with strong melodic emotion.
He’s delivered memorable releases across top trance labels such as In Trance We Trust, Black Hole Recordings, Coldharbour, Flashover, Outburst, AVA, and Alter Ego. Standout tracks like the Insane Dreams EP, Save You, Black Cormorant, Quasarworld, Nassau, and Empire have all charted on Beatport’s trance and album sales charts, proving his music resonates deeply with listeners and DJs alike.
Claus consistently earns support from trance heavyweights like Armin van Buuren, Markus Schulz, Ferry Corsten, BT, W&W, Judge Jules, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Lange, and Solarstone—all of whom have championed his productions in their sets.
His journey began in 1998 at Germany’s iconic club “A2” in Peine, where his genre-crossing sets stood on par with legends like Paul van Dyk, ATB, Cosmic Gate, Blank & Jones, Talla 2XLC, and more. He later became a fixture at influential events like Reincarnation Rave and hosted long-running radio shows across stations like Radio Sunshine Live, Tempo Radio, and Party 103.
Whether through his own productions, dynamic live shows, or his eclectic radio show “Thunder in Paradise,” Claus Backslash continues to be a dynamic force—an artist whose passion and versatility keep dancefloors moving and trance lovers inspired.
 

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Allison Wood
Allison Wood

Music Sourcing and Procurement