ULTRA
The Techno Pioneer | Aruna Upul
Standing as a foundational figure in the history of Sri Lankan electronic music, Ultra has spent over two decades evolving from a 2002 mobile DJ into the island's most respected voice in Minimal and Techno.
The Residency Era
Solidified his craft at iconic venues: Mix Bar (Taj Samudra) and The Library (Cinnamon Lakeside).
The Techno Shift
In 2010, Ultra pivoted entirely to Underground Techno, introducing the sub-genre to a new generation.
Detroit Connection
Founded in 2015, this platform serves as both a record label and a staple podcast series, pushing the boundaries of global melodic techno from Sri Lanka to the world.
Live Legacy
A festival mainstay (Fantasia, YAGA, Area Mirissa), Ultra has shared the stage with global icons including Nick Warren, Mark Knight, Guy Mantzur, and Miss Monique.