Record label • Progressive House

Renaissance Music

  • 1994Founded
  • NottinghamUnited Kingdom
  • 6Artists
  • 2Stories

Renaissance is a UK progressive house label founded in 1994 by Geoff Oakes, who also created the Renaissance club night. It began as the recording arm of that brand and became known for its long running mix compilations.Hernan Cattaneo, Sasha and John Digweed, Sander Kleinenberg, James Zabiela and Dave Seaman all appear several times on the catalogue. The label entered administration in 2010 and was relaunched under Oakes in 2011. It still releases new singles and EPs, with titles listed for 2025 and 2026, and it sits alongside the Renaissance event series as one of the older brands in progressive house. Techno Airlines has covered Renaissance Music in 2 stories.

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About Renaissance Music

Label facts
Founded1994
Based inNottingham, United Kingdom
FoundersGeoff Oakes
SoundProgressive House
StatusActive
Instagram@renaissance.dj

Renaissance is a UK progressive house label founded in 1994 by Geoff Oakes, who also created the Renaissance club night. It began as the recording arm of that brand and became known for its long running mix compilations.

Hernan Cattaneo, Sasha and John Digweed, Sander Kleinenberg, James Zabiela and Dave Seaman all appear several times on the catalogue. The label entered administration in 2010 and was relaunched under Oakes in 2011. It still releases new singles and EPs, with titles listed for 2025 and 2026, and it sits alongside the Renaissance event series as one of the older brands in progressive house.

Artists on Renaissance Music

Roster and regulars
Sasha John DigweedJohn Digweed Sander KleinenbergSander Kleinenberg James ZabielaJames Zabiela Dave SeamanDave Seaman
  • Hernan Cattaneo

Stories about Renaissance Music

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Escapism Launches in Manchester with Deep Dish, Smokin Jo & Pattn at the Iconic Victoria BathsEscapism Launches in Manchester with Deep Dish, Smokin Jo & Pattn at the Iconic Victoria Baths11 Jun 2026Orkun Bozdemir and Black Batu United on “Glitch Fields”Orkun Bozdemir and Black Batu United on “Glitch Fields”12 May 2024

Latest from the Renaissance Music 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 2026RESISTANCE Ibiza Announces World Debut of ARTBAT B2B HardwellRESISTANCE Ibiza Announces World Debut of ARTBAT B2B Hardwell13 Aug 2025RESISTANCE Ibiza Amnesia Residency Summer 2025 (Full Season Calendar)RESISTANCE Ibiza Amnesia Residency Summer 2025 (Full Season Calendar)10 May 2025RESISTANCE Ibiza Reveals Stellar Summer 2025 Lineup at AmnesiaRESISTANCE Ibiza Reveals Stellar Summer 2025 Lineup at Amnesia26 Mar 2025SXM Festival 2025 8th Edition First Phase Lineup AnnouncedSXM Festival 2025 8th Edition First Phase Lineup Announced13 Nov 2024Must-See Electronic Dance Music (EDM) Movies and DocumentariesMust-See Electronic Dance Music (EDM) Movies and Documentaries12 Jul 2024

Festivals with Renaissance Music artists

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Zamna Sharm El-Sheikh (Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt) 20262 label artistsZamna Sharm El-Sheikh20 - 22 Nov 2026 • Sharm El Sheikh, EgyptWith Sasha and John Digweed Zamna (Tulum, Mexico) 2026Zamna31 Dec 2026 - 10 Jan 2027 • Tulum, MexicoWith Sasha SXM Festival (Saint Martin, Sint Maarten) 2027SXM Festival17 - 21 Mar 2027 • Saint Martin, Sint MaartenWith Sasha

Playlists for the Renaissance sound

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This Is John Digweedby Spotify • 43 tracks KFF23 | Official Playlistby FuturFestival • 94 tracks Melodic Techno 2026by Techno Airlines • 100 tracks This Is Damian Lazarusby Spotify • 50 tracks This Is Kölschby Spotify • 50 tracks This Is 8Kaysby Spotify • 50 tracks Anjunadeep Mixedby Anjunadeep • 20 tracks

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Questions about Renaissance Music

What genre is Renaissance Music?

Renaissance Music is best known for Progressive House releases. The label has been releasing music since 1994.

Who founded Renaissance Music?

Renaissance Music was founded in 1994 by Geoff Oakes and is based in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

Who releases on Renaissance Music?

Artists closely tied to Renaissance Music include Hernan Cattaneo, Sasha, John Digweed, Sander Kleinenberg, James Zabiela and Dave Seaman.

Where can I buy Renaissance Music releases?

Releases are available on Beatport and through the label's own site.

Who are the biggest artists on Renaissance Music?

Ranked by chart points over the last 12 months, the top artists on Renaissance Music are Hernan Cattaneo (0 tracks), Sasha (0 tracks), John Digweed (0 tracks), Sander Kleinenberg (0 tracks) and James Zabiela (0 tracks).

Where can I hear Renaissance Music artists live?

Artists from the Renaissance Music roster are booked at upcoming festivals including Zamna Sharm El-Sheikh, Zamna and SXM Festival. See the festival list on this page for dates and lineups.

Label information from the label's official channels (api.discogs.com, api.discogs.com, renaissance.dj). Last checked 8 Oct 2026.