About Bluetech
Evan Marc Bartholomew, known professionally as Bluetech, is a widely respected figure in the electronic music world. His work spans a broad spectrum, from deeply atmospheric ambient and downtempo to progressive, groove-oriented dance music. Bluetech's sound is characterized by rich emotional texture, intricate sound design, and a unique atmospheric quality that blends organic elements with cutting-edge digital production techniques.
Musical Journey
Bluetech first broke onto the scene with his 2003 debut album “Prima Materia,” establishing his reputation in the ambient music scene. His discography spans two decades, featuring standout releases like “Sines & Singularities” (2005), “Phoenix Rising” (2008), and “Liquid Geometries” (2018). Several of his albums have charted on Billboard’s Top Dance/Electronic Albums, including “Sci-Fi Lullabies” (Top 10) and “Holotrope” (Top 5).
Dance Music &
Collaborations
Bluetech also delves into the world of progressive and forward thinking dance music, focusing on the fusion of deep, hypnotic rhythms and melodic textures. A key highlight of this work, under the alias Evan Marc, is his collaboration with legendary guitarist and electronic music pioneer Steve Hillage (from the band System 7, Gong, The Orb). Their collaborative album, Dreamtime Submersible, blends Hillage’s signature guitar work and electronic expertise with Evan’s intricate sound design and dancefloor sensibilities. The album is known for its immersive, driving rhythms and lush sonic landscapes, and stands as a unique melding of two visionary approaches to electronic music.
In 2021 he collaborated with Steve Moore (Zombi, Kompakt, Spectrum Spools) to create the album Liminal Migration, a warm analogue deep dive into proto techno and synth heavy house. He has released dance music on labels such as Get Physical, Proton/Apollo, Thoughtless Music, Iboga and Uniting Souls, and been charted by luminaries such as Carl Cox, Mixmaster Morris and Laurent Garnier.
Invisible Allies
He has also created the project Invisible Allies, a partnership with producer KiloWatts (Dirtybird, Harmonious Discord). Their work reflects a joint fascination with analog synthesis and modular systems, allowing them to push the boundaries of modern electronic music and disgard established rules for genre conventions and traditional approached to production and arrangement.
Live Performances
As a DJ and live performer, Bluetech is known for curating eclectic, genre-fluid sets that focus on the art of storytelling. His performances range from ambient journeys to driving, dance-oriented experiences. He has graced stages at premier music festivals such as Symbiosis, Lucidity, Lightning in a Bottle, Boom, Rainbow Serpent and Ozora, adapting his sound to suit the energy of each event. His mixes have garnered tens of thousands of plays on platforms like Soundcloud and have been featured on FM radio and long-running mix series like FWD.DJ and Neptunian Influence.
Multidisplinary Artistry
Beyond music, Bluetech is a multidisciplinary artist. A skilled graphic designer, illustrator, and 3D animator, he has completed commissions for major companies such as Microsoft, HP, Sony and the City of Seattle. His passion for visual art has also informed his musical work, allowing him to integrate complex visual concepts into his live performances and music releases.
• Founder of Behind the Sky Music, a record label for forward-thinking electronic artists
• Skilled graphic designer, illustrator, and 3D animator, with commissions from major
companies such as Microsoft, HP, Sony and the City of Seattle.
• Partner in Triangularis, an immersive multimedia design, installation, and consulting agency, which creates custom solutions for a wide range of clients across many industries.
• Sound designer for films, documentaries, video games, and VR applications.
• Endorsed artist and preset designer for Waves Audio.
Bluetech has also ventured into virtual reality installations, notably collaborating on MicrodoseVR with digital artist Android Jones.
Legacy
In essence, Bluetech’s career is defined by a deep commitment to sonic exploration across the full spectrum of electronic music, from ambient to dance floor-oriented sounds. His innovative approach to production and performance continues to influence both the electronic music scene and broader artistic fields, with a legacy that spans two decades and counting.