German producer Stefan Schwander has been shaping Düsseldorf's electronic music landscape since the mid-1990s, working under the prolific moniker Antonelli and numerous collaborative aliases. His diverse sonic palette draws from techno, disco, dub, new wave, and African influences, creating a distinctive sound that bridges club music with abstract experimentation. The Giorgio Moroder legacy runs through his work, evident in his sophisticated approach to synthesizer-driven production.
Operating under monikers including A Rocket in Dub, Repeat Orchestra, Rhythm Maker, and Swimming Pool (with Michael Scheibenreiter), Schwander demonstrates remarkable range across his catalog. His collaborative projects—including Pop Up with Jörg Burger and the whimsically-titled While My Sequencer Gently Weeps—showcase his ability to balance accessibility with experimental depth, establishing him as a versatile architect within Germany's electronic music continuum.