Dominik Eulberg & Hannes Kretzer

For the soundtrack to the ARD documentary series "WALD" (German for 'forest’), directed by renowned filmmaker Jan Haft, whose nature and animal films have won numerous awards, German DJ legend Dominik Eulberg together with established and modern classical artist Hannes Kretzer, crafted an immersive auditory experience with a conceptual approach. By employing a minimalistic palette of instruments, including the ethereal Cristal Baschet and select synthesizers like the Moog One, they bring you closer to the forest.

Dominik Eulberg, a German DJ and producer from the Westerwald region, has been a pioneering force in the global music scene for over 30 years, with more than 100 releases to his name. Celebrated for his work, he has received numerous accolades, including the German Record Critics' Award and Music Producer of the Year, and frequently tops DJ rankings. In 2023, FAZ magazine recognized him as one of the best DJs and producers, and for having the best album and track of the year. His music resonates with a wide audience, boasting 160,000 monthly listeners and over 33 million streams on Spotify alone.
Eulberg’s passion for biodiversity is evident in his work. He authored "Mikroorgasmen Überall," which won "Science Book of the Year," and developed nature awareness games like "Flying Gems." He is also a familiar face on TV, appearing as a guest scientist on shows like SWR's "Eulbergs Kosmos" and writing a bi-weekly column for "Spektrum der Wissenschaft." Eulberg's dedication to environmental causes has led to collaborations on films such as with renowned director Jan Haft and contributions to TV and cinema, earning him the German Environmental Media Award. His recent albums, "Mannigfaltig" and "Avichrom," released on the iconic !K7 records, have both achieved significant chart success, landing in the Top 40.
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Hannes Kretzer, who began his journey as a teenager collecting and manipulating sounds, has evolved into a recognized artist in the ambient and modern classical genres. He has collaborated with notable artists like Niklas Paschburg. Kretzer recently joined forces with Dominik Eulberg to create the ambient score for the German ARD production WALD. Together, they blend their unique talents to produce a captivating auditory experience, with Kretzer's work accumulating over 5 million Spotify streams and attracting 26,000 monthly listeners.