The legendary founders of Black Noir Sydney are coming to Auckland — LeStrange and I‑SO!
Hailing from Sydney, these two icons have reshaped Australia’s music scene, crafting explosive events and building one of the most respected brands in the global hard techno movement
LeStrange — Master of the Dark Arts and Night King of Rave — is a driving force behind the evolution of the rave experience. Fusing industrial grit, pounding bass, and hypnotic energy LeStrange has gained global recognition. Now based in Europe, his reign over the world of hard techno has only just begun.
His productions Sweet Dreams, Beautiful People, Duality, Dance With Me, Polizei have torn through charts and festivals. Signed to Rave Alert, HEX Recordings, Autektone, DSR, Kontor, and supported by Charlotte de Witte, Amelie Lens, I Hate Models, Alignment, Nico Moreno, Shlomo, Clara Cuvé, Charlie Sparks, Lorenzo Raganzani, and many more.
Steve Brazel, aka I‑SO, the pulsating heart and chief architect behind Black Noir. His unwavering passion has shaped Black Noir into a cult institution. From rising talent to mainstage titans, I‑SO brings them from across the globe to the iconic Cage of Violence every weekend — turning Sydney’s nightlife into a sonic battleground
When I‑SO takes the decks, you surrender. Expect relentless dark soundscapes, earth-shaking bass, and unstoppable momentum
We’re also showcasing the best of Auckland’s rising talent from Open Decks night and our day one collaborator Takydon.
Brace yourself for a collision of worlds. This night will be legendary
