About

Biography

Istanbul-based DJ, producer, and editing director VRDS delivers an electrifying blend of hard techno, layered vocals, and emotional storytelling. Her sets strike a balance between intensity and introspection — filled with raw energy, yet deeply human. With each performance, VRDS creates a space for liberation: for minds that feel trapped, and bodies that crave movement.

Since 2020, VRDS has been shaping her sound through both underground raves and major stages. She’s been featured in Istanbul’s most dynamic projects and collectives such as ROLLIE PROJEKT, XRAY, DETROIT, B-RAVER, and NON, steadily building a strong presence in Turkey’s hard techno scene.

Her sets have been published via platforms like LOKALCAST and Rollie Projekt, showcasing her ability to command the decks with both technical precision and emotional depth. Events like Ravehouze, The Anarchy, DRACO GAZE, CATHEXIS, and CYBERJUNKIE are just some of the spaces where she’s connected with crowds — including a memorable New Year’s Eve performance where she counted down to midnight on stage.

As a producer, VRDS continues to evolve her unique sound. Her debut release Brand New Whip (Cyberxrec) marked the beginning of her journey, followed by Bassylum — a bass-driven, high-intensity track released via Rollie Projekt. Her upcoming single Last Laugh promises to delve even deeper into her artistic vision.

With every beat, VRDS pushes boundaries and redefines what hard techno can feel like. This is just the beginning.

Band members

Annabell Bjelland

Vocals

Bernard Dayes

Saxophone

Kurt Sparks

Bass

Judd Finch

Drums

Anhedonia release tour

2022 • MARCH-MAY • EUROPE