Isabel Soto is a Venezuelan DJ, producer and label founder. With her hypnotic, atmospheric sound aesthetic, she has made her mark on the techno scene. Originally based in Montreal, she now lives in Berlin, and has made a name for herself with energetic performances at clubs such as Berghain, as well as at renowned festivals such as Stone Techno and Awakenings Festival.
She has also released music on well-known labels and through her own label, NYXII Records. Her career is not a straightforward rise to fame, but rather a vibrant expression of courage, identity and connection, making her a role model for women seeking their own paths beyond the beaten track.
Soto’s musical style emerged in the pulsating heart of Montreal’s underground scene, where she began experimenting with rhythmic intensity, deep textures, and groovy techno structures from an early stage. Her style prioritises space for emotion and resonance over showmanship: hypnotic sequences, subtly shifted percussion layers, and a balance between minimal moments and full energy characterise her sets.
This sound is no random style; it tells the story of an inner journey, of boundaries and openings, and of a love of detail that is audible in every mix. Her music is an intuitive tapestry that carries listeners away, sometimes dark, sometimes sparkling, but always personal.
Having lived in North America and Europe, Isabel has experienced the cultural and structural barriers that many women face, such as reduced visibility and fewer resources, often needing to work twice as hard to be recognised. However, rather than conforming, she has focused on authenticity.
The result is performances at renowned clubs such as Berghain, Tresor Berlin, The Bassement in Madrid, NTSC in Hamburg and About Blank, which are considered hotspots of techno culture worldwide. Her presence on these stages is a personal milestone and a signal to other women that these spaces can be conquered through sound, attitude and an unshakeable presence.
Isabel has released numerous EPs and an album on respected labels such as Different Sound, Diffuse Reality, Second State, and Occultech Recordings, as well as remixing works for various projects. She also founded the label NYXII Records, which provides a platform for her vision and the voices of like-minded individuals.
Running her own label is about more than just self-promotion; it’s about taking up space and consciously creating opportunities for herself and other female artists and producers.
Isabel’s sound is influenced by space and feelings, not trends. Rather than creating a pre-fabricated arc, her sets create a living moment: atmospheric, deep and moving. This musical intelligence makes her unmistakable — she creates sets that are not only heard, but felt.
Her music mirrors inner worlds, providing listeners with a place to recognise and celebrate their own emotions. This narrative potential forms part of her artistic DNA.
She collaborates with international artists and collectives, such as MPHS (split EP Nueva Era), and has been a resident with groups such as Arder and DifferentSound. Consequently, her creative network is constantly expanding.
