Roman Khropko

Roman Khropko is a Kyiv-born, Berlin-based producer, DJ, and head of the Criminal Practice label. With over 15 years in the craft, Roman has built a formidable reputation on wax before entering the digital space. His discography already spans 12 vinyl EPs, with a heavy schedule of releases slated for 2026. Sitting at the intersection of Detroit-influenced techno, leftfield house, and hypnotic breakbeat, Roman’s sound is defined by a precise balance between functional groove and emotional tension. His tracks are not just studio productions but dancefloor-tested tools, regularly finding their way into the record bags of respected selectors like Jennifer Cardini, Ryan Elliott, Anthea, Francesco Farfa, and Shakolin. Known for sets that are carefully constructed yet free-spirited, Roman treats every performance as a testing ground for new compositional ideas. Previously accessible primarily to vinyl collectors and Bandcamp followers, Roman is now opening his extensive back catalog to a wider audience, bringing the underground sound of Kyiv and Berlin to global streaming platforms.