Kulage

Kulage (SECTION NINE) Kulage is a Tokyo-based DJ duo consisting of STANLLIE and BARBIE, originally formed in Fukuoka, Japan in 2015. Centered around techno, their DJ style fuses heavy basslines, intricate rhythms, and emotional melodies to create an immersive groove-driven experience that electrifies the dancefloor and captivates audiences. They have delivered standout performances internationally in countries such as the United Kingdom, Croatia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, gaining recognition for their ability to connect with diverse crowds through a universal musical language. Since relocating to Tokyo in 2022, Kulage has continued to appear at a wide range of events, from intimate underground sessions to major club nights. They also organize and curate their own techno party series, SECTION NINE, held bimonthly on the VIP floor of WOMB Tokyo—one of Japan’s most iconic clubs. The party is set to celebrate its 2nd anniversary in 2025. As producers, Kulage has released music on some of the most respected labels in the global techno scene. Their track on Tronic, one of the genre’s leading imprints, reached #1 on the Beatport Techno (Raw / Deep / Hypnotic) Release Chart and #2 on the Single Chart. A release on Unity Records, a label supported by internationally renowned DJs and producers, is also on the way. In addition, their music has charted in multiple categories, including Techno (Peak Time) and Hard Techno, and has received support from top-tier artists such as Christian Smith, D-Unity, PAN-POT, UMEK, and Filterheadz, firmly establishing Kulage as a rising force in the global techno landscape. Labels Released On: Tronic / Unity Records / Solamente / Physical Techno Recordings / RED CHANNEL RECORDS / Ushuaia Music / Naked Lunch / Finder Records / VOLX / Fearless Recordings / Arey / Dead Groovy Music / Dreizehn Schallplatten / Onh.Cet Records