Fergus Sweetland

Fergus Sweetland's sound is a visceral exploration of groove and rhythm, rooted in fundamental human instincts. The Melbourne-born, London-based artist crafts unique contemporary techno by blending moods, textures, and atmospheres with an innate sense of storytelling. Music has been a cornerstone of Fergus' life. Inspired by his mother’s eclectic taste, he grew up immersed in the sounds of US3, Gorillaz, Roy Orbison, Groove Armada, and more. Initially producing house music, Fergus discovered his passion for techno after experiencing Marcel Dettmann’s transformative performance at Rainbow Serpent Festival in 2015. With over 15 years of production experience, Fergus draws from his love of jazz, bossa nova, rap, ambient, and electronic music to create dynamic, boundary-pushing techno. His DJ sets mirror this ethos, guiding audiences on an immersive sonic journey. Fergus is a key member of the Hayes Collective, having consistently released his music on the esteemed Portuguese label since 2020. His work has also found a home on Illegal Alien, NRBK, Ear To Ground, Connection Verified, and Codec Recordings, in addition to his own imprint, Pressure Systems. Pressure Systems embodies the philosophy that sound is pressure and music is its system. The label champions total creative freedom and authenticity, reflecting the physical and emotional power of sound as a medium for deep self-expression.