German techno act Kollektiv Turmstrasse makes intricately designed, melodic dance music, adventurously incorporating an ever-widening palette of influences. Originally a duo consisting of Nico Plagemann and Christian Hilscher, Turmstrasse emerged during the 2000s, creating twitchy tech-house and minimal techno that was mysterious, inventive, and a bit melancholy. Tracks such as "Tristesse" (2007) and "Luechtoorn" (2009) established the duo's popularity among clubgoers, particularly in their native country. They explored downtempo and IDM on their acclaimed 2010 full-length Rebellion Der Traümer, and continued scoring club hits like 2015's playful "Sorry I Am Late." Eventually, Turmstrasse became a solo endeavor of Plagemann, and he began producing brighter, more accessible, and even anthemic material such as the 2022 single "YAP." The 2023 full-length Unity of Opposites draws from indie dance, pop, house, and poetry.