Mal-Function: The Rising Force in Raw Deep Hypnotic Techno

Since its launch, Mal-Function has quickly established itself as a dominant name in the underground techno scene. As a partner label of WAE Music Group, it has consistently delivered high-quality releases that break new ground in raw, deep, and hypnotic techno.

With an impressive catalog featuring artists such as Annie Hill, Danny Fontana, and System 97, Mal-Function has crafted a distinctive sound that speaks to those who seek deeper, more uncompromising techno.

One of the label’s release Nickonthebeat - Get Closer EP surged to the No.1 spot on Beatport’s Raw Deep Hypnotic Techno Top 100 Releases chart, marking a major milestone in its rapid rise.

Some of the standout releases from Mal-Function include:  

Purize by System 97

Mescaline by Danny Fontana

Connected / Expiration by Annie Hill 

3 Bridges by Tim Jackman  

Love Dance Rave by Hanstler  

Each release showcases the label’s dedication to the determined energy that defines its growing reputation.

Label founder Jake Duval shares his philosophy:  

"I started my career as a DJ. Now that I am running a record label—and still DJing—my ethos is pretty simple when it comes to deciding what music I want to release on Mal-Function: I only want to release music that I would play in one of my DJ sets."

With this momentum, Mal-Function is set to leave an even bigger mark on the global techno movement. Stay tuned for what’s next, as the label continues to elevate the underground scene with its authentic sound.