Richie Hawtin
Emerging from the vibrant electronic music scene of Windsor, Ontario, Canada, Richie Hawtin, is a pioneering force in the world of techno. Known for his innovative approach to music and technology, he played a significant role in the development of minimal techno in the early 1990s.
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Richie Hawtin: quick facts
Sourced, updated Sep 2026- Real name
- Richard Michael Hawtin
- Born
- June 4, 1970 (age 56)
- Zodiac sign
- Gemini
- Birthplace
- Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
- Nationality
- British-Canadian
- Genres
- Minimal techno, Techno, Acid techno
- Labels
- Plus 8 (founder), M_nus (founder)
- Active since
- 1987
Essential tracks
- Spastik (as Plastikman)1993
- Minus/Orange 11996
- Consumed (as Plastikman)1998
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Quick answers about Richie Hawtin
Where is Richie Hawtin from?
Richie Hawtin is from Banbury, Oxfordshire, England. Nationality: British-Canadian.
How old is Richie Hawtin?
Richie Hawtin is 56 years old, born on June 4, 1970.
What is Richie Hawtin's real name?
Richie Hawtin's real name is Richard Michael Hawtin.
What kind of music does Richie Hawtin play?
Richie Hawtin plays minimal techno, techno and acid techno.
Does Richie Hawtin have a record label?
Yes. Richie Hawtin founded Plus 8 and M_nus.
What are Richie Hawtin's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Spastik (as Plastikman)" (1993), "Minus/Orange 1" (1996) and "Consumed (as Plastikman)" (1998).
When is Richie Hawtin's next festival show?
Richie Hawtin is on the lineup of Freeform Festival (Melbourne, Australia) 2026, starting October 3, 2026.
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