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“I connect with techno way more than house. I find it frustrating people call me a house artist because I think my music in general is more in the tradition of techno. House is celebratory and extroverted. I don't connect with that sentiment.”

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Galcher Lustwerk
Galcher Lustwerk

Galcher Lustwerk, an enigmatic artist whose identity and profession remain unknown. His life story and birth/death dates are not available. more

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