If you're new to psychedelic trance, finding the right artists can feel overwhelming. The word “best” is subjective, but these names have shaped the genre, and many of them still play the best psytrance festivals in the world.
Each entry includes a little about the artist and where you can listen. For the history behind these names, see our list of the most influential psytrance acts.
Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned listener, there's a link for each artist to Bandcamp, YouTube or Beatport, so you can start listening straight away.
Best psytrance artists
Astral Projection
Israel · Goa trance and psytranceFormed in 1993, Astral Projection is an iconic Israeli duo known for their pioneering work in Goa trance and psychedelic trance. Timeless tracks like Mahadeva, People Can Fly and Dancing Galaxy keep them a staple at major festivals worldwide.
Worth knowing: Their more recent releases include For All Mankind, which came out on their Bandcamp in 2025.
Avalon
United Kingdom · Full-on and progressive psytranceAvalon (Leon) is one of the most sought-after producers in the psytrance circuit. He is known for high-energy performances and his collaborations with Tristan as Killerwatts.
Worth knowing: Avalon and Tristan make up the duo Killerwatts. His EP The Underground, with GMS, came out on KNTXT in December 2025.
Listen: Bandcamp
Astrix
Israel · Progressive and full-on psytranceAvi Shmailov, better known as Astrix, is an Israeli producer whose signature sound has defined modern psytrance. His debut album, Eye to Eye, came out in 2002 on HOM-Mega Productions, and he has been a favourite at festivals around the world ever since.
Worth knowing: He runs the label Shamanic Tales, which has revived its Trance for Nations compilation series after a seven-year break, with Trance for Nations 14 compiled by Astrix. His last full studio album was He.art.
Ace Ventura
Progressive and melodic psytranceYoni Oshrat, the mastermind behind Ace Ventura, blends a rich musical background with cutting-edge production. His tracks fuse melodic and driving psytrance, which has earned him a dedicated fanbase and frequent spots on international stages, including headline slots at Boom and Ozora.
Burn In Noise
Brazil · Full-on and progressive psytranceBrazilian artist Gustavo Manfroni, aka Burn In Noise, brings a unique energy to the scene. With a background in rock music, his move into psytrance has produced dynamic tracks and memorable performances.
Worth knowing: His 2023 album Burn In Noise e Amigos collects eight collaborations, including one with Dickster. He has also launched a label, Frozen Silence Records.
Dickster
United Kingdom · Psychedelic tranceDick Trevor, a legendary figure in psytrance, has been shaping the genre for decades. From his work with Green Nuns of the Revolution in the mid-1990s to his solo career as Dickster, his influence is undeniable.
Worth knowing: He is still collaborating with the new generation, and appears on Burn In Noise's e Amigos album.
Eat Static
United Kingdom · Psychedelic electronicaFormed in 1989 by Merv Pepler and Joie Hinton, Eat Static is a UK project that has explored many styles of psychedelic music. Known for an experimental approach, it remains a key act in the electronic music scene.
Worth knowing: Joie Hinton left in 2008, and Merv Pepler has led the project since. Their 2017 album Last Ship to Paradise was made using only modular synthesisers.
Electric Universe
Germany · PsytranceGerman project Electric Universe, led by Boris Blenn, has been a driving force in psytrance since 1991. Blending classic and modern sounds, their live sets often feature extra instruments such as guitar, and more recently a laser harp, which makes for a great live show.
Infected Mushroom
Israel · Psytrance, electronica and rockIsraeli duo Erez Eisen and Amit Duvdevani, known as Infected Mushroom, have redefined psytrance with a genre-blending approach. From psychedelic trance to electronica and drum & bass, their innovative sound has made them one of the best-selling acts in the genre.
Worth knowing: In 2024 they released Reborn, an album of nine re-recordings of old fan favourites, one of the best psytrance albums of 2024.
Liquid Soul
Switzerland · Progressive psytranceSwiss artist Nicola Capobianco, aka Liquid Soul, is a leading name in progressive psytrance. His melodic, atmospheric style is a slower, more introspective take on the genre, loved by fans of deeper sounds.
Worth knowing: His remix of Transwave's “Land of Freedom” became a favourite and was released on Paul Oakenfold's Perfecto Fluoro label.
Space Tribe
United Kingdom · PsytranceOlli Wisdom, the creative force behind Space Tribe, left an indelible mark on psytrance before his death in August 2021. Known for an eclectic style and collaborations with artists such as Simon Posford, his music continues to inspire new generations.
Worth knowing: Before Space Tribe, he was the singer of the goth band The Specimen and founded London's Batcave club. His debut album, Sonic Mandala, came out in 1996.
Listen: Beatport
Shpongle
United Kingdom · PsybientShpongle, the brainchild of Simon Posford (Hallucinogen) and Raja Ram, is a groundbreaking project that blends psytrance with ambient and world music. Its innovative sound was instrumental in shaping the psybient genre.
Worth knowing: Simon Posford also releases music as Hallucinogen, and Shpongle's live shows are famous for their visuals and costumed performers.
Tristan
United Kingdom · Psytrance and Goa tranceTristan Cooke is a UK-based DJ and producer, respected in both psytrance and Goa trance. His journey from playing Full Moon parties in Goa to headlining festivals around the world highlights his lasting influence on the scene.
Worth knowing: He is one half of Killerwatts, alongside Avalon.
Whether you're diving into psytrance for the first time or expanding your playlist, these artists offer a wide range of sounds, from high-energy festival anthems to melodic, progressive grooves. There's something for every listener in the world of psytrance. To go deeper, start with the best psytrance albums of all time and explore the labels that release this music.
