CXVII

The founders

Behind CXVII

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Aranea

Founder / Resident

With roots in the Middle East, Gothenburg based and based Aranea has become a rising voice in the underground techno scene. She has made her mark in Sweden, Berlin and Finland with her track “Studio 16” released under the Amsterdam-based label Techno Wereld. Her dynamic sound allows her to read the room and move with intention — sometimes delivering hard, fast-paced techno, other times diving into deep, hypnotic grooves or high-energy rhythms influenced by trance.

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NIMATEK

Founder / Resident

Rooted in Gothenburg’s nightlife, NIMATEK delivers a raw and driving techno sound both as a DJ and producer. Always drawn to the darker groove his style is stripped-down, rhythmic and built for movement. With a blend of hypnotic Berlin influences and forgotten old-school belters, he builds tension and energy — often cutting through with unexpected vocal moments that shift the mood without breaking the flow. With his debut releases just around the corner.

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KLANG

Founder / Resident

Klang might be the collective’s freshest face behind the decks, but don’t let that fool you — his impact has been nothing short of explosive. In a short time he’s carved out a name for himself with bold, genre-defying sets that flow seamlessly between hard pounding techno, hypnotic trance, and psychedelic rhythms. Every performance is a high-energy ride, keeping crowds locked in from start to finish.

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GRANN LE GRAND

Founder / Resident

Grann Le Grand has a lifelong connection to rhythm and years of experience behind the decks. He delivers high-intensity sets rooted in bouncy, fast techno with elements of hard trance and hard techno. His performances are designed to energize and captivate, showcasing both his technical skill and passion for the art of mixing.

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RØNN

Founder / Resident

RØNN, expect a hypnotic, tribal and bouncy techno journey — driven by rolling percussion, sexy drums and evolving tension on the floor.

Alexandra Mellgren

Founder / Resident

Alexandra has been an integral part of Gothenburg’s underground scene for the past decade. What began with countless hours on the dance floor grew into a deeper passion for shaping the city’s nightlife. Naturally, her journey led her behind the decks and to the creation of CXVII - a club concept she co-founded with friends, merging the worlds of techno and kink. Her sound is ever-evolving, shifting with the seasons. Expect a hypnotic, groove-driven set built on raw, heavy basslines.

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