Some DJs chase fame. Some chase fortune. Thomas Radman? He just wants to drop beats and have a damn good time. From Berlin to the Bay Area and back again, Radman’s career has been a wild ride—full of highs, lows, and the occasional backstage bathroom rescue mission (more on that later). Now, with a fresh start and a dance floor waiting, he’s ready to crank up the volume once more.
From Berlin to the Bay: Turning Tables and Heads
Born in Berlin but raised in the electric pulse of Northern California’s underground scene, Radman found his groove in the early 2000s. “The Bay Area was my playground,” he says, reminiscing about DJing at iconic clubs like 1015 Folsom and playing underground raves that made warehouse walls sweat.
Before launching his own imprints, Radman made waves with releases on other respected labels—including a remix that landed on Paul Oakenfold’s Perfecto. It wasn’t a chart-topper, but it was a milestone—and a subtle name-drop that hinted at bigger things to come.
While everyone else was chasing record deals, Radman carved his own lane—producing, remixing, and eventually founding his own labels: Tiefhaus Records, Dubhaus Records, and Nikita Digital.
A Sudden Rewind: The Plot Twist No One Saw Coming
Just as Radman’s career was climbing, one bad night and a single pill put everything on hold. Legal battles dragged on for years, ultimately forcing him to leave the U.S. and start over in Germany. “One moment I’m rocking clubs, the next I’m booking flights with no return ticket,” he says.
The transition wasn’t easy. Picture moving back home after nearly 20 years, only to realize the techno scene is way different—and, surprise, so are you.
Reinvention at 44: No Expiration Date on Bangers
Fast forward a decade, and Radman is ready to hit play again. His sound has evolved—leaning into Techno, Tech House, and Deep House—but his philosophy remains the same:
“Every track is a blank canvas, every set is a party we’re all throwing together.”
He’s still got the touch, too. His mashup of BENNETT vs. NTO has racked up over 100,000 plays, and this year marked the 20th anniversary of his legendary Coachella Mix series with John Beaver. “We started by literally recording off records,” he laughs. “Now it’s a full-blown production.”
And the stories? Oh, they’ve only gotten wilder. Like the time he accidentally freed Tiësto from a locked bathroom stall—only to do the same for a San Francisco cop minutes later. (Spoiler: the second time was way more stressful.)
What’s Next? More Beats, More Mischief
So what does the future hold for Radman? More music. More DJ sets. And hopefully, more parties where the only thing getting locked up is the bassline.
“I just want to make people dance,” he says. “No drama, no stress—just good times and great tracks.”
Want to join the ride? Follow Thomas Radman on Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, or check out his official site at thomasradman.com.
Just don’t expect him to save you from a bathroom stall.
Unless you’re Tiësto.
