Groovegsus Plays only Tracks from Patrice Baumel Patrice Bäumel has carved a singular path through the global techno landscape. A Beatport chart-topping producer and internationally acclaimed DJ, he’s known for releases on iconic labels such as Kompakt, Get Physical, and Watergate, and for his celebrated residency at Amsterdam’s legendary Trouw — the club that shaped his sound and reputation. His music has soundtracked dancefloors from Ipanema to Ibiza, combining emotional depth, precision, and raw club energy. Born in East Germany during the Communist era, Patrice’s story is one of self-determination and resilience. Growing up mixed-race in a conservative environment, he found early refuge in music — records from Depeche Mode, Yello, The Cure, and Skinny Puppy igniting a lifelong fascination with electronic sound. The fall of the Iron Curtain opened new horizons, and a high-school exchange year in Utah gave him the confidence to explore beyond borders. By 17, he was DJing everything from gabber to Detroit techno, already building the foundation of his diverse musical identity. Moving to Amsterdam, Patrice initially pursued a career in technology before rediscovering his passion for music. A small home studio and local bar gigs soon led to early releases on Frankfurt’s Trapez label, but it was his 2008 track “Roar” on Get Physical — a worldwide club hit championed by Pete Tong and Danny Tenaglia — that launched him onto the international stage. His Trouw residency in the early 2010s became a defining chapter: marathon seven-hour sets where he honed his storytelling ability and explored the emotional extremes of techno. When the club closed, Patrice took the opportunity for deep personal reinvention — quitting intoxicants, embracing discipline, and focusing on music with intention and clarity. The result was a new creative phase that balanced strategic precision with raw human connection. Influenced by the experimental sounds of Andy Stott and Autechre, Patrice blends intellect with intuition, always seeking the perfect balance between chaos and control. His philosophy is clear: club music must be brave, radical, and driven by emotion.