Time Warp NYC 2026: Sven Väth and DVS1 Lead the Lineup

The Return of a Techno Titan to Brooklyn

The international electronic music circuit once again fixes its gaze on the east coast of the United States. Recently, the prestigious German brand Time Warp, in a strategic alliance with the titanic American promoter Insomniac, has unveiled the full lineup for its ninth edition in New York. Scheduled for November 20th and 21st, 2026, the event will transform the monumental venues of Duggal Greenhouse and the Agger Building into the absolute epicenter of contemporary techno and house. With a technical display that promises to redefine the audiovisual standards of the indoor festival circuit, the organization has confirmed the presence of more than twenty top-tier artists, ensuring two marathon days of uncompromising dancing.

Located in the historic Brooklyn Navy Yard, the Duggal Greenhouse is a former World War II ship assembly building that spans over 3,200 square meters. This space, along with the adjacent Agger Building, will provide the perfect industrial canvas for the characteristic synthesis of light and sound that defines the German institution. The choice of these vast warehouses underscores the festival's unwavering commitment to maintaining a raw and authentic aesthetic, moving away from conventional commercial venues to offer a purely underground immersive experience.

A Line-Up that Merges Legends and Vanguard

The New York clubbing ecosystem is preparing to receive a musical selection curated with surgical precision, spanning from the roots of purist techno to the most industrial, melodic, and fast-paced trends of today. Leading the proposal, we find undisputed figures of club culture such as the legendary German artist Sven Väth, whose legacy at the helm of the Cocoon label has shaped dance music for over three decades. Alongside him, the imposing presence of the American master DVS1 stands out, a true pioneer of pure techno recognized worldwide for his impeccable technique on the decks and his extensive vinyl collections.

The 2026 programming also unapologetically embraces the new high-energy currents that dominate European dance floors. The overwhelming force of psy-techno will be masterfully represented by the Spanish artist Indira Paganotto, while the forcefulness of hard techno and industrial rhythms will arrive courtesy of the acclaimed German producer Klangkuenstler and the emerging Belgian artist Novah. The lineup is further enriched with exclusive 'back-to-back' performances, highlighting the long-awaited encounter between the founder of Life and Death, DJ Tennis, and the Israeli duo Red Axes, a session that promises an eclectic journey through the most organic and risky textures of electronic music. Likewise, the acclaimed Italian DJ Adiel will share the booth with a surprise guest who is yet to be revealed.

• Top-tier sonic versatility with Âme (DJ Set), the French artist Anetha, the Swiss artist Chlär, and the innovative Dutchman Franky Rizardo.
• Consolidated talents of the global scene such as the Polish artist VTSS, Julya Karma, ChaseWest, and the Italian artist Silvie Loto.
• Strong representation of the local New York scene, paying homage to the host city with sets by Annie Lew, Kilopatrah Jones, KYRUH, and the dynamic curator Rose Kourts.

No distractions. No excesses. Just pure house and techno driven by a carefully selected lineup and delivered with the production precision for which Time Warp is known worldwide.

— Official Statement from Time Warp 2026

The North American Expansion and the Mannheim Legacy

The consolidation of Time Warp on the east coast of the United States underscores the immense robustness of the North American market for the most demanding club sounds. About to celebrate a decade of uninterrupted history in New York, since its initial debut at the 39th Street Pier in 2014, the festival has evolved into an unmissable annual pilgrimage site for electronic music purists. The brand's ability to export the essence of its legendary Mannheim editions intact across the Atlantic is a testament to its organizational rigor and absolute devotion to dance culture.

Beyond the local impact in the Big Apple, this ninth New York edition serves as a vital strategic bridge for the brand heading into late 2026. Just a week after closing the stages in Brooklyn, the heavy machinery of Time Warp will head to the west coast to make its long-awaited debut in Los Angeles, scheduled for November 27th and 28th at the ACE*Mission studios. This expansive move, backed by Insomniac's infrastructure, reaffirms that the hunger for quality techno in the United States is at its peak, and that historic institutions like Time Warp remain the beacons guiding the future of the genre globally.

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