Mind Against, the Italian duo now wrecking Berlin, is a powerhouse in the electronic music world. Since 2011, brothers Alessandro and Federico Fognini have been tearing down walls with their explosive fusion of IDM, house, and techno. Their unique sound grabs you by the guts and doesn’t let go.
Fueled by the psychedelic flair of 80s soundtracks and the sleek precision of modern techno, Mind Against blends synths and percussion into a sound that’s raw and totally immersive.
Their journey kicked off in 2012 with “Cagliostro,” a standout track featured on the Some Things (Fall) compilation from Life and Death. From there, things moved fast: a streak of EPs, remixes, and collabs followed, including a hypnotic remix for Green Velvet and the haunting single “Astral” with Tale of Us, cementing their place in the melodic techno elite.
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Their music hits where it matters, deep, layered techno with house and ambient textures. Expect pulsing rhythms, cinematic synths, intricate arpeggios, and eerie vocals that stay with you long after the last drop.
Each track feels like a lucid dream. Shifting moods, surreal landscapes, and emotional highs and lows crafted with meticulous detail. Mind Against doesn’t just make music, they build sonic worlds you actually feel.
Mind Against has been busy cranking out a treasure trove of original productions, remixes, and collaborations over the years.
Here are some of their standout hits that you absolutely need to check out:
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Year |
Category |
Title |
|---|---|---|
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2012 |
Singles and EPs |
Cagliostro |
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2013 |
Singles and EPs |
Atlant |
|
2014 |
Singles and EPs |
Avalon, Strange Days |
|
2015 |
Singles and EPs |
Vertere |
|
2017 |
Singles and EPs |
Solaris |
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2018 |
Singles and EPs |
Days Gone |
|
2020 |
Singles and EPs |
Walking Away |
|
2021 |
Singles and EPs |
Changes, Reveries |
|
2022 |
Albums |
Fabric Presents Mind Against |
|
2023 |
Singles and EPs |
Criseide, Posterity |
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2024 |
Singles and EPs |
OnlyL, Floral, Love Seeking |
Their beats have hooked fans globally, racking up millions of streams on Spotify. Tracks like their remix of “Turning Stones” have surpassed 3.8 million plays, their hypnotic take on Adriatique and Delhia de France’s “Home” has clocked over 5.8 million, and their 2015 collaboration with Tale of Us, “Astral”, has become a signature anthem with more than 12.3 million streams.
Mind Against's reputation for electrifying live sets is well-deserved. They've delivered unforgettable performances at Panorama Bar in Berlin, most notably during the Life and Death Nacht series in September 2014 and again in May 2016. Their Boiler Room debut in Berlin in 2015 also stands out as one of their most iconic early appearances, showcasing their raw, hypnotic energy behind the decks.
They’ve also brought the heat to major festivals, including Awakenings Festival, where their 2019 Area X set became an instant favorite among fans. More recently, they lit up the CORE stage at Tomorrowland Winter 2025, proving they can command both intimate clubs and massive open-air stages with equal impact. Their performances are a masterclass in tension, release, and deep emotional flow, crafted to keep dancefloors locked in from start to finish.
Mind Against aren't slowing down in 2025. They've just unleashed two potent new singles: their remix of “Pressure” by RÜFÜS DU SOL with Tharat, released earlier this year, and the hypnotic lead single “Babylon” on Habitat Records, both already earning serious buzz across streaming platforms.
On the live front, they've confirmed festival appearances at Awakenings and Loveland, alongside headline club shows in Ibiza and St. Tropez. These performances promise a raw, immersive takeover of dancefloors where Mind Against's signature emotional builds and drops truly shine.
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