Artbat

Artbat
Origin	Kyiv, Ukraine
Genres	Techno house
Years active	2014–present
Members	Artur Kryvenko Vitaliy "Batish" Limarenko

Artbat (commonly styled as ARTBAT) is a Ukrainian DJ and music production duo from Kyiv, consisting of Artur Kryvenko and Vitaliy "Batish" Limarenko. They produce music in various techno and house variations.

Career

Artbat's career began in 2014 when Kryvenko and Lamarenko, both experienced DJs, met in a Ukrainian club. After they quickly recognized musical similarities, they started producing music together. Just three months later, they had their breakthrough with the track "Mandrake". They received great support from the British DJ Richie Hawtin, who played the track in each of his sets for a year.

In 2017, Artbat's track uplift was published as part of a compilation on Solomun's label Diynamic, followed by further EPs and tracks on the label. Their track "Taboo", released in 2018, reached the top position of the deep house charts on the music platform Beatport and was able to stay there for eleven weeks. In 2019 they won a DJ Award in the Breakthrough category. In the same year they became the best-selling artist on Beatport. In 2021 they founded their own label, named Upperground.

Career Highlights

Artbat have performed on a variety of prominent festival stages including Tomorrowland, Coachella, EDC, and Awakenings. They also held a residency at David Guetta's weekly event, called Future Rave, at the world’s No.1 club - Hï Ibiza. They are known for creating immersive audio-visual experiences, captivating audiences with their innovative approach to electronic music. Artbat was recognized as the Breakthrough Artist of the Year by The DJ Awards in 2019. That same year they were named Mixmag's Stars of the Year and Beatport's Best Sellers, further solidifying their influence and impact in the electronic music industry. On November 11, 2023, Artbat recorded their first ever Essential Mix for BBC Radio 1.

Achievements & Collaborations

Artbat have collaborated with a number of high-profile electronic music artists and producers, including Pete Tong, David Guetta, Armin van Buuren, CamelPhat, Sailor & I, and John Martin. Their music has been featured in major advertising campaigns for brands like Dolce & Gabbana and Grand Seiko. They have a significant presence on platforms like Spotify, where they have accumulated millions of streams. Artbat have also performed at major festivals such as Creamfields, Ultra Miami, EDC Mexico, EDC Las Vegas, Tomorrowland, Mysteryland, EXIT Festival, DGTL and Time Warp. Their tour dates have included India, Korea, plus bookings across the USA, Europe and Central and South America.

The duo have reached the No.1 spot on Beatport several times. "Atlas" topped the charts in 2019 and is one of their most recognised works. Other releases that have hit the No.1 position include, "For a Feeling" (with CamelPhat featuring Rhodes), "Return to Oz" (Artbat’s remix of Monolink), "Element" and "Best of Me", featuring Sailor & I.

In 2021 their track 'Atlas' was used as the theme tune for Netflix series The Billion Dollar Code. Based on true events, the German show was developed for Netflix, where it was first aired in October 2021 along with an additional feature story episode.

Hey Boy Hey Girl Remix

In May 2024, Artbat’s official remix of "Hey Boy Hey Girl" by The Chemical Brothers was released by Virgin/Positiva. The remix was commissioned as part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the now-classic track, which was first released in May 1999. Artbat’s rework puts a contemporary spin on the original, retaining the iconic vocal clip and the buzzsaw riff. It has been a standout in their performances throughout 2024.

Cercle Performance

In March 2019 Artbat performed for groundbreaking YouTube broadcaster Cercle atop Sugarloaf Mountain (Bondinho Pão de Açúcar) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The performance was streamed live, showcasing Artbat's music in a stunning natural setting. The set has over 32 million views and included tracks like 'Papillon,' 'Fading,' and their remix of Monolink’s 'Return to Oz', which has over 80 million streams on Spotify.

Upperground Label & Events

In 2021, Artbat launched their record label, Upperground, which has become a popular and influential label in the melodic house & techno music genre. The label is known for its high quality curation and innovative events.

Upperground has hosted several large-scale events featuring its core artists alongside world-famous performers, attracting thousands of attendees. Artists who have performed at Upperground events include CamelPhat, Vintage Culture, Miss Monique, Argy, WhoMadeWho, Agents Of Time and more. These events have taken place in various locations, including Tulum, Barcelona, Tel Aviv, Warsaw, Dubai, Madrid, Beirut, London, and Amsterdam. The shows are known for their high-energy performances and immersive experiences.

Historic Performance at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium

In an historic event, Artbat performed at Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in May 2024, marking the first-ever electronic music concert at the venue. This sold-out show was a landmark achievement, demonstrating their impact and popularity in the electronic music world. Under the umbrella of their Upperground brand, Artbat attracted a maximum capacity crowd of 10,000 fans. The high-end audio and visual production transformed the iconic stadium into an otherworldly experience.

Fanbase & Impact

Artbat has cultivated a large fanbase around the world, with 2.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify, with millions of streams and views across Spotify and their equally popular YouTube channel.

Discography

EPs

• 2017: Trip
• 2018: Planeta
• 2019: Upperground

Singles

• 2015: Mandrake
• 2015: Walking (with YanQ)
• 2016: Saltation (with Definition)
• 2016: Chivvy/Momentum
• 2016: Zing
• 2016: Inside (with Definition)
• 2017: Strap (feat. Haptic)
• 2017: Tabu
• 2018: Papillon
• 2019: Apollo 11 (with Matador)
• 2019: Montserrat/ Closer (with WhoMadeWho)
• 2019: Aquarius
• 2020: For a Feeling (feat. Rhodes ) (with CamelPhat)
• 2020: Best of Me (with Sailor & I)
• 2021: Flame
• 2021: Horizon
• 2022: Age of Love (ARTBAT Rave Mix) (with Pete Tong)
• 2022: Our Space (with Dino Lenny)
• 2022: Origin (with Shall Ocin & Braev)
• 2022: It's ours (with David Guetta & Idris Elba)
• 2022: Tibet (with Argy & Zafrir)
• 2023: Dreamcatcher (with Fred Lenix)
• 2023: Breathe In (with Another Life)
• 2023: Remember
• 2024: In Your Arms (with Another Life & CAY (DE))
• 2024: Take Off (with Armin van Buuren)
• 2024: Hey Boy Hey Girl (remix) for The Chemical Brothers)
• 2024: Pull Out (with Losless & Kas:st)
• 2024: The Ocean (with Avalon Rockston)