GOTH TRAD

Goth-Trad is a Japanese electronic music producer who began his career in 1998 and has built a reputation for a highly distinctive, genre-blending sound. Drawing from dub, reggae, jungle, grime, noise, and dubstep, he has continuously experimented to create music that is both abstract and dancefloor-driven. Early in his career, he formed the group Rebel Familia while developing his solo work, gaining recognition in Tokyo’s underground scene and eventually touring Europe. His breakthrough came in the mid-2000s, particularly with the track “Back To Chill,” which became closely associated with Japan’s emerging dubstep movement. Around the same time, he connected with Mala of Digital Mystikz and began releasing music on the influential UK label Deep Medi Musik, establishing himself as a key figure in the global dubstep scene. His albums, especially New Epoch (2012), received international acclaim and solidified his position as one of the genre’s leading voices. Beyond production and touring across Europe, Asia, and the US, Goth-Trad has also played an important role in shaping the scene through his long-running Tokyo event “Back To Chill,” which evolved into both a platform for new talent and his own label. In later years, he expanded his sound further through collaborations with artists from noise, industrial, and experimental backgrounds, as well as projects like EARTAKER. Constantly evolving, Goth-Trad remains committed to pushing boundaries while creating honest, forward-thinking music.