The ‘hardtechno crisis’ has ignited controversy amid allegations and professional disruptions affecting notable figures in the electronic music scene, particularly CARV and Odymel. This situation has stirred significant upheaval, leading to the removal of artists from festival lineups worldwide.

Concerns rose after Odymel’s public revelation of suffering from sexsomnia prompted ongoing investigations, with the claims yet to be verified. Meanwhile, CARV acknowledged sending explicit communications, describing the actions as a mistake and expressing an intention to reflect on his behavior.

These developments have prompted events like the Digi Culture & Music Festival and HEXON to exclude these artists from their programs as the industry grapples with the unfolding crisis.

Odymel, a key figure in the ongoing ‘hardtechno crisis,’ has been reported to suffer from sexsomnia, a condition currently under psychological and legal investigation. At this stage, no verdict has been reached, and the claims remain unverified. In response to the situation, Odymel has decided to temporarily withdraw from the public scene and spend time with close confidants.

This controversy has led to several festival cancellations and removals involving Odymel. The Glitch Festival Malta saw the cancellation of a planned back-to-back set with Odymel by VTSS. Additionally, both the Digi Culture & Music Festival in Canberra and Pitch Music & Arts have confirmed that Odymel will no longer be performing at their events. The HEXON festival in Bielefeld has also temporarily removed affected acts, including Odymel, from its program as a result of the unfolding investigation and public response. These actions reflect the broader impact of the allegations and the caution being exercised by festival organizers amid the crisis.

CARV has publicly admitted to sending intimate and partly explicit messages and pictures, stating that these actions did not involve “non-consensual behavior or any criminal misconduct.” He described his behavior as a mistake, particularly sensitive as the actions occurred while he was married.

CARV acknowledged the impact of his actions, noting that they “hurt the person who trusted [him] the most.” As a result of these events, CARV announced a temporary withdrawal from the public eye. This step is intended to allow him to “take responsibility in real life and reflect on his actions.”

The admissions and statements from CARV have been part of a broader controversy affecting the hardtechno scene, leading to the removal of certain artists from event lineups and significant attention from within the industry regarding personal conduct and professional responsibilities.

Several festivals and events have publicly altered their programs or canceled performances in response to the controversy. VTSS canceled a planned back-to-back set with Odymel at Glitch Festival Malta, and HEXON in Bielefeld temporarily removed affected acts from its program. The Digi Culture & Music Festival in Canberra and Pitch Music & Arts both confirmed that Odymel will no longer perform at their events. Rebels canceled Basswell’s planned performance in Mexico.

HIVE in Ferropolis, Arena Rave, Tanz der Bässe and Airbeat One removed the mentioned artists from their lineups or are reviewing upcoming bookings. Das Zimmer in Mannheim canceled a planned event with CARV at short notice. UrbanlePharaon called the allegations “serious,” stated that the “voices of those affected are important,” terminated collaboration with one affected person and suspended the HEADSHOT platform to prevent giving the accused any further platform.

UrbanlePharaon described the allegations as “serious” and stated that the “voices of those affected are important.” The organization terminated collaboration with one affected person. UrbanlePharaon suspended the HEADSHOT platform to prevent giving the accused any further platform.

CARV admitted sending intimate and partly explicit messages and pictures, stating that they did not involve “non-consensual behavior or any criminal misconduct.” He wrote “At the time, I was married. I hurt the person who trusted me the most.” CARV announced a temporary withdrawal from the public eye to “take responsibility in real life and reflect on his actions.” He described the behavior as a mistake.

CONCLUSION

The ‘hardtechno crisis’ concerns allegations involving CARV and Odymel and has led to public statements and program changes across the electronic music scene. Odymel has been reported to suffer from sexsomnia, and the case is being investigated both psychologically and legally; at this stage no verdict has been reached and the claims have not been verified. CARV has admitted sending intimate and partly explicit messages and pictures, stated that this did not involve “non-consensual behavior or any criminal misconduct,” described the actions as a mistake, wrote “At the time, I was married. I hurt the person who trusted me the most,” and announced a temporary withdrawal to “take responsibility in real life and reflect on his actions.” In response, multiple festivals and promoters have canceled performances or removed affected artists from lineups, and organisations such as UrbanlePharaon have terminated collaborations and suspended platforms.