Minimal but momentous, Thomas Franzmann, aka Zip, has opened up 4/4 music into new dimensions. Working under numerous pseudonyms—including Dimbiman, Pantytec (with Sammy Dee), and Narcotic Syntax—his variants of sparse yet spectacular techno and house have captivated audiences the world over. His enigmatic vision is perhaps best encapsulated by a track like 'Bushes', the 1999 hit that garnered chart-topping remixes from Derrick Carter and Fatboy Slim. Featuring an earworm vocal refrain and nominal percussion, the song is a true testament to the “less-is-more” maxim. Twenty-five years on, Zip has lost none of his potency. Rolling out fresh, highly influential records on the Perlon label and maintaining a globetrotting DJ schedule, Zip’s relevance remains unwavering.