Compiled by In the Key, this directory is designed to help you discover new music from female, trans and non-binary electronic music producers. Organised alphabetically and by genre, the details provided are taken from the artists’ public profiles – ItK is impartial and is not endorsing, or affiliated with anyone listed here. This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please feel free to suggest producers we may have missed, and please help us keep the Directory current by letting us know of any broken links, or incorrect information.

Adriana Lopez

Position: Producer
Email: jeroen@sourceartists.net
Categories: House, Techno

Producer based in Barcelona, Spain.

Bogota-born, Barcelona-based Adriana Lopez is one of techno’s most prominent and in-demand artists and is considered a pioneer and key figure in the Colombian electronic scene.

Adriana Lopez

Producer

Producer based in Barcelona, Spain. Bogota-born, Barcelona-based Adriana Lopez is...

Alison Wonderland

Position: Producer
Email: garth@frndsmgmt.com
Categories: Dubstep, Electro, Electronica, House, Synth-pop

Producer based in Sydney, Australia.

Alison Wonderland architects a world of her own design as its chief author, creator, and voice. The Sydney-born and Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, producer and DJ first emerged in 2009, and since then her sound has quietly inched towards mainstream ubiquity as the sonic sorceress received the “Highest Female DJ Billing Ever at Coachella” label, captured #1 on the Billboard Top Dance/Electronic Albums Chart twice consecutively, headlined sold out arenas around the globe plus headlined stages at the biggest festivals in the world, and to date has clocked upwards of 500 million streams.

Alison Wonderland

Producer

Producer based in Sydney, Australia. Alison Wonderland architects a world...

Avi Sic

Position: Producer
Email: djavisic@gmail.com
Categories: Deep House, Electro Pop, Electronica, House
Email 2: steven@mattcaldwell.co.uk

Producer based in Chicago, USA.

DJ + Producer + Creative

Avi Sic

Producer

Producer based in Chicago, USA. DJ + Producer + Creative

Ayesha

Position: Producer
Email: djayescold@gmail.com
Categories: Bass, Electro, House, Techno, Trance
Email 2: s@icartists.net

Producer based in Brooklyn, USA.

Ayesha’s sonic universe is the collision of all her influences spanning the percussive worlds of techno, breaks, and bass. Back in 2013, Ayesha cut her teeth as a DJ coming up in the house shows, warehouses and clubs of DC under the moniker DJ Ayes Cold. Her work promoting and booking electronic music shows instilled a deep appreciation for underground club cultures across the globe. Eight years later, Ayesha’s love for digging in the crates translates into an obsession with manipulating found and recorded samples with a playful curiosity, which she also aspires to apply to other parts of life.

Ayesha

Producer

Producer based in Brooklyn, USA. Ayesha’s sonic universe is the...

Baby Weight (formerly zacheser)

Position: Producer
Email: jonhamlin@slntmachine.com
Categories: Breaks, Deep House, Disco, Electro Pop, House, Minimal, Tech-house
Email 2: hamilton@wrightbookings.com

Producer based in the USA.

Baby Weight, aka Cara Eser, is a DJ, producer, and label boss from Washington, D.C. who has gained notoriety for her “chunky” style of dance music. Her “heart on your sleeve” mentality, genre bending sound, and advocacy for more inclusivity within dance music has earned her the respect of peers like Kevin Knapp, Walker & Royce, Shiba San, Steve Darko, Sacha Robotti, Treasure Fingers, Justin Martin, and LP Giobbi among others. In 2017, Eser founded the label Chub Rub which they use to showcase emerging sounds from under the radar artists across the house music spectrum. Under her direction, Chub Rub has amassed a cult following curated around quirkiness, community, and diversity. In 2019, her debut album ‘Phases’ peaked in multiple Top 10 charts on Beatport and spawned an equally as popular remix album in 2020. In 2020, she publicly came out as transgender citing a need to address her transition as an artist as well as in her personal life. Later that year, their track “Rave Police” reached #1 paving the way to a wider audience. In 2021, Baby Weight was featured in Mixmag as part of their ongoing ‘Impact’ series along with a critically well received guest mix. With a dynamic energy and the future in her sights, Baby Weight is a tech house powerhouse to keep your eye on.

Baby Weight (formerly zacheser)

Producer

Producer based in the USA. Baby Weight, aka Cara Eser,...

Barbara Preisinger

Position: Producer
Email: booking@solid-am.com
Categories: House, Minimal, Techno
Producer based in Germany.
Barbara Preisinger has been an integral part of the Berlin club scene since moving from Munich in the late 90s. In 2009 she launched her vinyl label SLICES OF LIFE.
Barbara Preisinger first began dj-ing in 1996 in her hometown of Munich and was playing regularly at the the green flokati room of the “ultraschall” club. in the Summer of 1998 Barbara left Munich for Berlin, where she started working as a freelance press and radio promoter for electronic music. In the years that followed she represented various labels and acts from the experimental music scene, ranging from straight clubsounds to electronic pop and indie-electronia. 1999 saw her co-found the label ˜scape, together with Stefan Betke aka Pole, creating an open platform for the productions of Kit Clayton, Jan Jelinek, Deadbeat, Pole amongst many others. Before long she was a resident dj at regular scape nights in berlin and other locations within europe, japan and also further afield in north america. Over the years her musical preferences as dj have changed and developed continuously to House and Techno.  Autumn 2009 Barbara Preisinger founded the 12inch vinyl label SLICES OF LIFE which is focused on organic sounding and diverse club music, with releases by Betke, Mike Huckaby, Baaz, John Tejada, The Mole, Dana Ruh, Losoul… The label´s founding year also marked the beginning of the event series DEEP IN THE BOX with regular parties at Berlin´s Club der Visionäre, Wilde Renate, Ipse among other places. 

Barbara Preisinger

Producer

Producer based in Germany. Barbara Preisinger has been an integral...

Bashkka

Categories: House, Techno

Producer based in Germany.

Her name may derive from the Turkish word for ‘different’, but its energy translates into every aspect of BASHKKA’s self-expression. From slaying the dancefloor with sensually acerbic sets to her ardent advocation of the cultural, political and de-colonial advancement of electronic music, BASHKKA is breathing fresh air into the scene with everything she sets her mind to. Irreversibly shaped by a decade living in New York and the Black & Brown trans women who inspired her truest incarnation, BASHKKA brings the flavour and authenticity of The Big Apple’s Ballroom scene to every party she plays. From her hometown residency at Munich’s Blitz Club to Berghain’s Panorama Bar, where she’s quickly become a regular, her sets channel an intoxicating energy that’s self-professedly “CUNT!” And on the other side of the booth, BASHKKA’s unapologetic integrity is echoed in her unwavering activism and commitment to her community. Through her vocal politics and dedication to SWANA and queer representation in the scene, BASHKKA is reimagining the counter-cultural potential of electronic music’s origins for the contemporary club sphere. Her debut EP, forthcoming in 2023, will see BASHKKA’s brazen attitude blended with a highly underrated technical prowess.

Bashkka

Producer based in Germany. Her name may derive from the...

Begoña (Sleepy & Boo)

Position: Producer
Email: begona@basicnyc.com
Categories: Deep House, Electronica, House, Techno

Based in New York, USA.

Begoña is one half of New York’s renowned producer and DJ duo Sleepy & Boo, and she is proudly making her solo recording debut on 3Bridge Elements. Her Horizons EP marks an evolution of Begoña’s deep interest in meditation, spirituality and consciousness, expanding on the 20-minute meditation soundtrack paths she has been releasing over the last year. Begoña’s music explores more contemplative grooves, inspired by nature and stillness, incorporating elements of downtempo, dub, ambient and balearic vibes. She is a firm believer that music has the power to heal, transform and connect the world and all individuals.

Begoña (Sleepy & Boo)

Producer

Based in New York, USA. Begoña is one half of...

BLANKA

Position: Producer
Email: blanka.promo@gmail.com
Categories: House, Minimal, Techno
Email 2: booking.artists@roomfm.es

Producer based in Berlin, Germany.

You know it. We know it. The future is female and it will drive techno music to new boarders and strengths. Blanka is the perfect blueprint to experience today, what soon will be the buzz tomorrow. Originally from the south of Spain, the passionate artist started her musical journey in the city of Barcelona by the age of 18. Her style moved forward strongly and independent when eventually crossing paths and partnering up with Angioma for ROOM Lab’s streaming venues and M³ promoted parties all around the city. Her fusion of grooving techno and forward thinking house music has taken her to several dj performances on both, national and international scale now starting from CityHall and Apolo in Barcelona to Egg Club in London and Polygon Club in Berlin – just to name a few. It’s been no secret with the German capital of Berlin becoming her new residence. Her deep passion for the electronic music scene grounds where others refuse to show respect. And so it’s been her last release on ROOM Trax – together with partner in crime Angioma – by the name of „Dirty Pattern“ showcasing this within the scene. Remixers like P.leone or Rocko Garoni did the rest with their appearances on the faders. After first steps in the game it’s not a surprise at all that her path has just revealed the first glimpse of what promises to be a bright shining future. You can have a first insight of what’s about to come in her recent performance for Be-At TV’s Voxnox lockdown stream. And that’s just the deal today, for what the future is tomorrow.

BLANKA

Producer

Producer based in Berlin, Germany. You know it. We know...

Cailín

Position: Producer
Email: sam@thebuildingsociety.agency
Categories: Abstract, Ambient, Breaks, House, Techno

Producer based in Waterford, Ireland.

Cailín’s debut 12″ ‘Phantom Love Affair’ was released on AllCIty Records offshoot Gurriers – 4 tracks of raw, machine fuelled techno which has received support from Surgeon, Dave Clarke, Ben Sims, Perc & others. This was soon followed by a VA release on Ben Sim’s Symbolism imprint. 2022 will see Cailín release a further EP, 2 VAs and 3 remixes.

Cailín

Producer

Producer based in Waterford, Ireland. Cailín’s debut 12″ ‘Phantom Love...

Charmain Love

Position: Producer
Categories: House, Tech-house, Techno

Producer based in Brighton, UK.

Dj and producer, catch Charmain Love live 6-8pm every Friday night on Trickstar Radio playing all the latest House, Tech house and Techno.

Charmain Love

Producer

Producer based in Brighton, UK. Dj and producer, catch Charmain...

Chippy Nonstop

Position: Producer
Email: katy@onthesly.co
Categories: Drum & Bass, Electropop, Hard House, Hardcore, House, Techno

Producer based in Toronto, Canada.

Chippy Nonstop got her name for a reason. She is an audacious, undeniable party starter with a penchant for travelling the world and always bringing her unique energy.

Chippy Nonstop

Producer

Producer based in Toronto, Canada. Chippy Nonstop got her name...

Ciel

Position: Producer
Email: cindy@ciel.club
Categories: Bass, Breaks, Electronica, House, Techno
Email 2: sam@klsbookings.com

Producer based in Toronto, Canada.

Ciel is a Xi’an-born and Toronto-based producer, pianist, and DJ.

Ciel

Producer

Producer based in Toronto, Canada. Ciel is a Xi’an-born and...

Cinthie AKA Vinyl Princess

Position: Producer
Email: jordan@elevate.berlin
Categories: Acid, Deep House, House, UKG
Email 2: Laura@onboardmusic.net

Producer based in Berlin, Germany.

Berlin based DJ and producer, Label owner of 803 Crystal Grooves, Beste Modus, Unison Wax, Beste Freunde and we_r house, Fritz Radio Host, Elevate record store owner and proud parent.

Cinthie AKA Vinyl Princess

Producer

Producer based in Berlin, Germany. Berlin based DJ and producer,...

Claudia Tejada

Position: Producer
Email: amrit@ammanagement.info
Categories: House, Tech-house

Producer based in Spain.

Claudia Tejeda is a Dj and Producer from Malaga with Latin roots, vocation and dedication that complement her high level of professionalism in each of her elaborated sessions. She has performed in some of the most important venues and events nationally and internationally such as, Industrial Copera (Granada, Spain), Florida 135 (Huesca, Spain), Den Stora Förfesten (Stockholm), ElRow Tenerife or Ykon Club (Tenerife , Spain). She is also the owner of Clover Records, where many well respected artists have released their tracks. Throughout her career, Claudia has received support from great artists in the scene such as Stefano Noferini, Umek, Luciano, Marco Carola and many other heavyweights.She is also the owner of Clover Records, where many well respected artists have released their tracks. Throughout her career, Claudia has received support from great artists in the scene such as Stefano Noferini, Umek, Luciano, Marco Carola and many other heavyweights.

Claudia Tejada

Producer

Producer based in Spain. Claudia Tejeda is a Dj and...

Coco Cole/Cimmerii

Position: Producer
Email: billy@massivemgt.com
Categories: Electro, House, Synthwave
Email 2: sally.dunstone@primarytalent.com

Producer based in London, UK.

Founder of Universe Language Records Pleasurehood Resident at XOYO Intergalactic broadcaster on Rinse FM.

Coco Cole/Cimmerii

Producer

Producer based in London, UK. Founder of Universe Language Records...

Dana Ruh

Position: Producer
Email: booking@publicmind-ar.com
Categories: House, Minimal, Techno

Producer based in Germany.

Born and raised in Gera in Germany, Dana Ruh soon found her way to the capital city of Berlin. Since then she had been on a constantly evolving musical journey. In the early years, her sound was rooted in techno and landed most often on the label Brouqade Records, which she established in 2007. The label is still running too, and celebrated its 10th Year Birthday celebration entitled ‘Past/Present/Future’ that emphatically encapsulated all that’s great about the label.
Aside from Brouqade, Dana’s music has also featured on the liked of Autoreply, Work Them Records, Howl and Underground Quality. It was Jus Ed’s label where she released her stunning debut album. ‘Naturally’ in 2014, an LP that introduced Dana to a whole new audience and showcased her pure house sound with some distinctions. In 2017 she started her new Label ‘Cave Recordings’ that showcased her wide musical range mainly rooted in House with old school flavor.

Dana Ruh

Producer

Producer based in Germany. Born and raised in Gera in...

Dani Deahl

Position: Producer
Email: dani@danideahl.com
Categories: House, Trap

Producer based in Chicago, USA.

As a prominent figure in music, Dani Deahl has been at the forefront of artist discovery and meaningful industry change for over a decade. She currently is a DJ, producer, and public speaker. She also covers the intersection of music and technology for The Verge, helms YouTube series The Future of Music, and is a Governor for the Recording Academy. When performing, she blends trap and house to create bass-forward sets that are technically savvy and high energy.

Dani Deahl

Producer

Producer based in Chicago, USA. As a prominent figure in...

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