VTSS

Initially emerging as a key figure in the radical underground Polish club scene and beyond, the past few years have seen VTSS easily establish herself as one of the most vital, uncompromising and visible talents in the whole electronic scene.

Enter the electrifying world of VTSS, the techno maximalist and high-octane club rhythms maestro. Martyna Maja, the enigmatic force behind VTSS, dominates every release, set, and transition with unparalleled finesse. From DJ/producer to vocalist/song-writer, her versatile talents have skyrocketed her to stardom in recent years, traversing effortlessly between the darkest of dance floors and the grandest festival stages.

Few artists attain the intricate balance of blending pop-cultural influences and niche electronic sub-genres while maintaining credibility quite like VTSS. With a skillful blend of refined productions and raw DIY authenticity, she breaks barriers and consistently delivers undeniable bangers. However, her selections go further, infusing each of her sets with a spirit of exploration.

VTSS’ commitment to full immersion in the rave culture has quickly qualified her to an intriguing double life, one spread between the dankest of basements and the largest festival stages, occupying a challenging, even provocative space between the ‘underground’ and the ability to entice more and more followers, a beacon for the passionate new wave of hedonistic, no-fucks-given techno enthusiasm.

Whatever the hype, VTSS’ background, a lifelong desire to transcend through rave, speaks for itself. Not so long ago, the daily life of Martyna Maja was remarkably different. By day, she studied sound engineering, informing her already distinctive solo productions, a constant work in progress even now. By night, years spent DJing and playing live at the legendary, scene-sculpting Brutaz parties, alongside Jasna 1, ensured that VTSS played every room, at every hour, from deep closing sets to the challenge of the warm-up.

When pressed on vinyl herself, VTSS has provided sonically diverse input to labels such as Intrepid Skin, Repitch (‘Identity Process’, featuring ‘CODE RED’, well into it’s third pressing having sold out twice) and Haven. The ‘Self Control’ EP on the latter introduced the world to ‘I Don’t Think It’s Better’, which quickly became an unexpected underground anthem, while Resident Advisor took the time to praise VTSS’ “loopy, ravey style that recalls classic ’90s Berlin”. Even her contributions to label compilations for the likes of VEYL and KAOS have the habit of causing seismic rave shifts, especially in the case of ‘Atlantyda’ on Monom Black, a psychedelic smash that rang out across the biggest rigs throughout 2019.

VTSS keeps her audience engaged by defying expectations with unexpected genre shifts and an ever-evolving soundscape. Her sets lead listeners through uncharted musical territories, where the thrill of unpredictability prevails. And, naturally, there are those unmistakable bangers.

The VTSS experience knows no bounds, taking audiences on a wild journey through the heart of electronic music. From her latest release on Ninja Tune to her electrifying live performances, Martyna Maja’s talent and passion for music are simply unmatched. Get ready for one hell of a ride with VTSS.