Ellen Allien: quick facts
Sourced, updated Sep 2026- Real name
- Ellen Fraatz
- Born
- September 16, 1968 (age 58)
- Zodiac sign
- Virgo
- Birthplace
- West Berlin, Germany
- Nationality
- German
- Based in
- Berlin, Germany
- Genres
- Techno, Experimental techno, IDM, Tech house
- Labels
- BPitch Control (founder), UFO Inc. (founder)
- Active since
- 1992
Essential tracks
- Way Out (with Apparat)2006
- Sprung2008
- Its2008
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Ellen Allien
Where is Ellen Allien from?
Ellen Allien is from West Berlin, Germany. Today Ellen Allien is based in Berlin, Germany.
How old is Ellen Allien?
Ellen Allien is 58 years old, born on September 16, 1968.
What is Ellen Allien's real name?
Ellen Allien's real name is Ellen Fraatz.
What kind of music does Ellen Allien play?
Ellen Allien plays techno, experimental techno, idm and tech house.
Does Ellen Allien have a record label?
Yes. Ellen Allien founded BPitch Control and UFO Inc..
What are Ellen Allien's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Way Out (with Apparat)" (2006), "Sprung" (2008) and "Its" (2008).
When is Ellen Allien's next festival show?
Ellen Allien is on the lineup of NDK Festival (Caen, France) 2026, starting October 7, 2026.
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