Darwin Stapel

Versatile as a Swiss pocket knife, Darwin Stapel crafts dancefloor-focused sets with a distinctive sense of tension, groove, and narrative flow — all under the roof of house music.

Photo by Stefan Hobmaier

Rooted in house classics as well as Chicago and NYC house, he balances pumping old-school records with carefully selected tech and deep cuts. Punchy basslines and captivating vocals meet subtle cross-genre references from the hip-hop, disco, and techno spectrum, coming together in an energetic groove with a distinct underground feel.

Darwin Stapel’s musicality is based in movement: physical and highly instinctive. He crafts intentional narratives that unfold over long arcs, building energy while leaving space for unexpected turns. Drawing from a deep understanding of house music’s roots and the present moment, he guides the room with clarity.

2025 show highlights include Dalston Superstore (London), Renate (Berlin), NOH Radio (Istanbul), and events at Copenhagen Fashion Week.