Known worldwide for his unique live techno shows, Paul Kalkbrenner is one of Germany's most influential electronic music artists. Born in Leipzig in 1977 and raised in Berlin, he shot to international fame with the platinum hit "Sky and Sand", inspired by and featured in the film "Berlin Calling", in which he also starred. On stage, Paul performs his own tracks live, mixing melodic depth with driving techno beats – a sound that's kept him a festival favorite for decades.