Artist page · 07/07/2026

Paul Kalkbrenner

LeipzigBorn in 1977Électro8 vinyl albums
Paul Kalkbrenner, born June 1977 in Leipzig, Germany, is an electronic music producer and DJ known for techno and minimal house. His career started in the mid-1990s, joining BPitch Control in 1999 and releasing foundational albums since 2001.
8Albums on Vinyles.com
169Discogs releases
742kLast.fm listeners

About

Paul Kalkbrenner, Berlin-born techno from 1994, fusing minimal and tech house.

Eight vinyl editions including Berlin Calling soundtrack and 2025’s The Essence; original pressings tracked in real time.

Paul Kalkbrenner's discography reflects over two decades of refined techno and electronica, emphasizing minimal and tech house styles. With early releases like "Superimpose" and "Zeit" establishing his sound, later works include the widely recognized "Berlin Calling" soundtrack (2008) and the 2025 album "The Essence". Vinyl editions often feature meticulously crafted packaging and varied pressings from BPitch Control and Sony Music. Kalkbrenner’s extensive catalog includes 8 vinyl records available on Vinyles.com, against a backdrop of over 160 releases and a listener base exceeding 700,000 worldwide.

His collaborations involve family and peers like his brother Fritz Kalkbrenner, and notable composers such as Sascha Funke.

Discography

Paul Kalkbrenner — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

The EssenceB1 Recordings · 2025
2025
The Essence
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Parts Of LifeColumbia · 2018
2018
Parts Of Life
CD, Album
Studio
7Sony Music Entertainment International Limited · 2015
2015
7
File, MP3, Album
Studio
Guten TagPaul Kalkbrenner Musik · 2012
2012
Guten Tag
CD, Album
Studio
Icke WiederPaul Kalkbrenner Musik · 2011
2011
Icke Wieder
CD, Album
Studio
Berlin Calling (The Soundtrack)Bpitch Control · 2008
2008
Berlin Calling (The Soundtrack)
CD, Album
Studio
SelfBPitch Control · 2004
2004
Self
CD, Album
Studio
SuperimposeBPitch Control · 2001
2001
Superimpose
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
ZeitBPitch Control · 2001
2001
Zeit
Vinyl, 12", Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Paul Kalkbrenner's career.

01
Sky and Sand
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02
Aaron
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03
Azure
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04
Dockyard
Dockyard
Self · 2004
05
Square 1
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06
Queer Fellow
Queer Fellow
Self · 2004
07
Bengang
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08
Since 77
Since 77
Self · 2004

The essentials

The 3 Paul Kalkbrenner albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2025
LP, Album
The Essence

Latest studio album with 12 tracks showcasing tech house and techno, released via Sony Music with multiple vinyl pressings.

12 tracksDouble LP2025 releaseSony Music label
#2 · 2004
180g LP
Self

Key early album embodying minimal techno and tech house, initially released by BPitch Control with various vinyl versions.

11 tracks180g vinyl2004 releaseBPitch Control label
#3 · 2025
Vinyle
Berlin Calling - The Soundtrack

Soundtrack album from the 2008 film featuring the artist as DJ Ikarus, pivotal in his career with iconic tracks like "Sky And Sand".

Multiple tracksSoundtrackBPitch Control label

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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Paul Kalkbrenner

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

I started as a trombone student before switching fully to electronic music in the 1990s.
— Paul Kalkbrenner
01Album

Self album’s vinyl pressings in 2004

The album 'Self' was released on LP and white label LP in 2004 under BPitch Control in Germany, with original pressings selling between €17.4 and €25.99.

2004Germany
02Release

The Essence vinyl release in Germany

In 2025, 'The Essence' was issued on LP by Sony Music under catalog number 19802956191, with original copies priced from €79 to €110.

2025Germany
03Vinyl Format

7 album formats and pricing

Paul Kalkbrenner’s '7' has original pressings on 12" 45 RPM LP released in 2015 by Columbia, with prices ranging from €115 to €120 depending on the edition.

2015Europe
04Collaboration

Berlin Calling movie soundtrack

The 2008 soundtrack to 'Berlin Calling' features Paul Kalkbrenner along with his brother Fritz and Sascha Funke, merging film and electronic music.

2008Berlin

Records by Paul Kalkbrenner

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FAQ

FAQ: Paul Kalkbrenner on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who is Paul Kalkbrenner?

Paul Kalkbrenner is a German electronic music producer and DJ known for techno and minimal house, active since the 1990s.

What genre does Paul Kalkbrenner produce?

He produces electronic music focused on techno, tech house, and minimal genres.

When did Paul Kalkbrenner start releasing music?

His first releases date back to the early 2000s, with debut albums on the BPitch Control label.

What vinyl albums by Paul Kalkbrenner are essential?

Key vinyl albums include Self (2004), Berlin Calling – The Soundtrack (2008), and The Essence (2025).

Where was Paul Kalkbrenner born?

He was born in Leipzig, Germany, on June 12, 1977.

Are Paul Kalkbrenner’s vinyl records available in France?

Yes, his vinyl albums from labels like Sony Music and BPitch Control are available for purchase in France through various distributors.

What is the price range for Paul Kalkbrenner vinyl?

Prices vary widely, with recent original pressings like The Essence ranging from around €30 to over €100 depending on edition and rarity.

What’s notable about the Berlin Calling vinyl soundtrack?

The soundtrack includes tracks from the 2008 film where Kalkbrenner plays a DJ, merging cinematic and electronic music.

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Last updated: 07/07/2026