Record label • Peak Time Techno

Planet E Communications

  • 1991Founded
  • DetroitUnited States
  • 5Artists

Planet E Communications was founded in Detroit in 1991 by Carl Craig, who had been mentored by Derrick May. Craig set it up to work independently of major labels and to release techno and related electronic music on his own terms.The catalogue includes Craig's own productions and remix work, alongside Moodymann, Kevin Saunderson, Kenny Larkin and Recloose. A subsidiary, Community Projects, covers music outside techno. Recent releases include the Desire: The Carl Craig Story compilation in 2025 and a Carl Craig box set. Planet E is known in the scene as one of the longest running independent Detroit labels still releasing new records.

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About Planet E Communications

Label facts
Founded1991
Based inDetroit, United States
FoundersCarl Craig
SoundPeak Time Techno
StatusActive

Planet E Communications was founded in Detroit in 1991 by Carl Craig, who had been mentored by Derrick May. Craig set it up to work independently of major labels and to release techno and related electronic music on his own terms.

The catalogue includes Craig's own productions and remix work, alongside Moodymann, Kevin Saunderson, Kenny Larkin and Recloose. A subsidiary, Community Projects, covers music outside techno. Recent releases include the Desire: The Carl Craig Story compilation in 2025 and a Carl Craig box set. Planet E is known in the scene as one of the longest running independent Detroit labels still releasing new records.

Artists on Planet E Communications

Roster and regulars
Carl CraigCarl Craig MoodymannMoodymann Kevin SaundersonKevin Saunderson Kenny LarkinKenny Larkin
  • Recloose

Latest from the Planet E Communications roster

Stories on its artists
20 Ideas for ADE 2026, From Joseph Capriati at BRET to Anatolian Disco20 Ideas for ADE 2026, From Joseph Capriati at BRET to Anatolian Disco4 Oct 2026Scarper Opens His Archive With Off-Cuts (2014-2021) on Plexus RecordsScarper Opens His Archive With Off-Cuts (2014-2021) on Plexus Records29 Sep 2026The Best Techno Live Sets of All Time: 12 Landmark PerformancesThe Best Techno Live Sets of All Time: 12 Landmark Performances23 Sep 2026ADE 2026 Events: The Shows Worth Planning a Week AroundADE 2026 Events: The Shows Worth Planning a Week Around17 Sep 2026Amsterdam’s Sky-High Event: A’DAM Tower ADE 2025Amsterdam’s Sky-High Event: A’DAM Tower ADE 202519 Jul 2025BEONIX Festival 2025 Lineup UnveiledBEONIX Festival 2025 Lineup Unveiled7 May 2025The Best Techno DJ Sets of All Time: 10 Sets That Made HistoryThe Best Techno DJ Sets of All Time: 10 Sets That Made History23 Jan 2025The History and Impact of Detroit TechnoThe History and Impact of Detroit Techno21 Dec 2024EDM vs Techno: Key Differences in Sound and CultureEDM vs Techno: Key Differences in Sound and Culture22 Oct 2024Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2024: Second Wave of Artists AnnouncedAmsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2024: Second Wave of Artists Announced4 Sep 2024Techno Tourism Guide: Iconic Cities and Countries to Experience Electronic MusicTechno Tourism Guide: Iconic Cities and Countries to Experience Electronic Music24 Aug 2024Must-See Electronic Dance Music (EDM) Movies and DocumentariesMust-See Electronic Dance Music (EDM) Movies and Documentaries12 Jul 2024

Festivals with Planet E Communications artists

All festivals
Polaris Festival (Verbier, Switzerland) 20262 label artistsPolaris Festival20 - 28 Nov 2026 • Verbier, SwitzerlandWith Carl Craig and Moodymann EDC Colombia (Medellin, Colombia) 2026EDC Colombia10 - 11 Oct 2026 • Medellin, ColombiaWith Carl Craig Hocus Pocus Miami (Miami, FL, United States) 2026Hocus Pocus Miami30 Oct - 1 Nov 2026 • Miami, United StatesWith Kevin Saunderson Kappa FuturFestival Mexico (Monterrey, Mexico) 2026Kappa FuturFestival Mexico13 - 14 Nov 2026 • Monterrey, MexicoWith Carl Craig

Playlists for the Planet E Communications sound

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This Is Kevin Saundersonby Spotify • 50 tracks Movement At Homeby Movement Detroit • 65 tracks This Is Carl Craigby Spotify • 50 tracks Movement 2026 Official Playlistby Movement Detroit • 100 tracks Defected Croatia 2026by Defected Records • 87 tracks This Is Juan Atkinsby Spotify • 50 tracks This Is Louie Vegaby Spotify • 50 tracks This Is Dubfireby Spotify • 50 tracks This Is Green Velvetby Spotify • 50 tracks Green Velvet Radioby Green Velvet • 100 tracks KLOCKDOWNby Ben Klock • 90 tracks Dekmantel Festival 2026by Dekmantel • 100 tracks

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Questions about Planet E Communications

What genre is Planet E Communications?

Planet E Communications is best known for Peak Time Techno releases. The label has been releasing music since 1991.

Who founded Planet E Communications?

Planet E Communications was founded in 1991 by Carl Craig and is based in Detroit, United States.

Who releases on Planet E Communications?

Artists closely tied to Planet E Communications include Carl Craig, Moodymann, Kevin Saunderson, Kenny Larkin and Recloose.

Where can I buy Planet E Communications releases?

Releases are available through the label's own site.

Who are the biggest artists on Planet E Communications?

Ranked by chart points over the last 12 months, the top artists on Planet E Communications are Carl Craig (0 tracks), Moodymann (0 tracks), Kevin Saunderson (0 tracks), Kenny Larkin (0 tracks) and Recloose (0 tracks).

Where can I hear Planet E Communications artists live?

Artists from the Planet E Communications roster are booked at upcoming festivals including Polaris Festival, EDC Colombia and Hocus Pocus Miami. See the festival list on this page for dates and lineups.

Label information from the label's official channels (en.wikipedia.org, planet-e.net). Last checked 8 Oct 2026.