The second edition of Descent_ brings you a sound name from the Scandinavian electronic scene: Martinou. Martinou’s formula couldn’t be clearer: if it doesn’t engage him emotionally, he won’t play it. The Swedish producer, DJ, and live performer creates multilayered music that works its way into the heart and mind, sometimes bold and heavy, other times blissful and introspective. This quality, honed over 20 years, has made him a key figure in the Scandinavian scene and a globally respected name with appearances at Draaimolen Festival, Georgia’s Bassiani, and a highly anticipated performance at Stone Techno in July 2026. His sound, a delicate balance between house and techno, is heavily influenced by the northern landscapes. Following his acclaimed albums Rift (2021) and Chiral (2023), Martinou has recently expanded his reach with a series of significant EPs, including his third release for Nous’klaer Audio, Always There, alongside standout works on ARTS Transparent (We Orbit), Horoom Records, and Kontra Musik (Kontentan). Whether it’s a DJ or live set, the Martinou experience remains ever-evolving and deeply resonant. The event will be supported by the local Bratislava hero The_And and the Descent_ resident and event organiser Ema Veld.