Decoder is a Dallas based producer/DJ specializing in the realm of sci-fi & deep techno. Gautham Garg, better known as Decoder, is a Dallas based producer/DJ specializing in the realm of sci-fi & deep techno. His music personifies his forward thinking ideas as well as his cultural roots, making for a blend of retrofuturistic soundscapes and experimental shades of electronic music.

Early in March 2021, Decoder saw his first release \"The Futurist\" come to life on the Italian label \"Antiterra\". Following the EP came a consistent schedule of releases, including releases on labels such as Bomphcast, Srie Records, and his own imprint Codec Recordings. The year also saw the release of his first album, \"Monolithic Activity Spectrum\" on the Spanish label \"Subsist\". Decoder ended the year with his second album release \"Dark Shape\", which was put out on Jeff Mills\' legendary imprint \"Axis\".

The first half of 2022 showed no signs of slowing down, as Decoder\'s \"Moro Safa EP\" was released on Amsterdam based label \"Float Records\". It also saw the third full length album titled \"Plurality Module\" released on Subsist, as well as his follow up release on Float Records titled \"Kanavugal\".

These releases have also garnered Decoder support from many artists including the likes of Richie Hawtin, Jeff Mills, Ben Sims, Jeroen Search, TWR72, to name a few.

Decoder\'s touring schedule has also seen notable moments, including shows played for notable clubs & parties such as De School, Fold, Cialo...

2023 brought to light a new development in Decoder\'s sound, with the release of his 4th album \"Existentialist Mentality\", on Spanish techno legend Eduardo de la Calle\'s label \"Analog Solutions\". Hot off the album release, Decoder embarked on his first North American tour, alongside Richie Hawtin and the \"next generation of techno artists from North America\". This tour set the tone for his career ahead, keeping a busy touring schedule and an even busier release schedule.

The year also saw Decoder start his new vinyl label \"Toca\" alongside fellow producer Jay York, which aims to serve as an outlet for their own productions with a specific emphasis on timelessness and music drawn from their respective cultural backgrounds. Their first release \"Idols\", is slated for July of 2023.