In the mid-80s, three teenagers from the suburbs found some discarded drum machines in a pawn shop. They didn't have a manual, so they invented their own rules.

Episode 4 tells the story of The Belleville Three: Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson. We explore how they took the funk of Parliament and the robotics of Kraftwerk to create "High Tech Soul."

From the icy landscapes of Cybotron to theeuphoric piano chords of "Strings of Life," this is the story of how Detroit gave the world Techno.

Key Tracks: Cybotron - "Clear", Rhythim Is Rhythim - "Strings of Life", Inner City - "Good Life".

In the mid-80s, three teenagers from the suburbs found some discarded drum machines in a pawn shop. They didn't have a manual, so they invented their own rules.
Episode 4 tells the story of The Belleville Three: Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson. We explore how they took the funk of Parliament and the robotics of Kraftwerk to create "High Tech Soul."
From the icy landscapes of Cybotron to theeuphoric piano chords of "Strings of Life," this is the story of how Detroit gave the world Techno.
Key Tracks: Cybotron - "Clear", Rhythim Is Rhythim - "Strings of Life", Inner City - "Good Life".

The Detroit Party Podcast

Welcome to the ultimate hub for Detroit culture, art, and music. As we countdown to the massive Detroit Party in 2026, we are bringing you the stories that define the 313.

Featuring our debut deep-dive series, Motor City Frequencies: A journey through the evolution of Detroit music. Discover how the "Motown Sound" and the 1967 riots paved the way for P-Funk and the global Techno revolution.

Covering: Motown, Garage Rock, P-Funk, Techno, House, and the Contemporary Art scene.

Subscribe for bi-weekly episodes, event news, and the history you won't hear anywhere else.

The Detroit Party Podcast
Welcome to the ultimate hub for Detroit culture, art, and music. As we countdown to the massive Detroit Party in 2026, we are bringing you the stories that define the 313.
Featuring our debut deep-dive series, Motor City Frequencies: A journey through the evolution of Detroit music. Discover how the "Motown Sound" and the 1967 riots paved the way for P-Funk and the global Techno revolution.
Covering: Motown, Garage Rock, P-Funk, Techno, House, and the Contemporary Art scene.
Subscribe for bi-weekly episodes, event news, and the history you won't hear anywhere else.