If you’ve been watching the rise of trance and Eurodance in underground club culture, Marlon Hoffstadt—also known as DJ Daddy Trance—is leading the charge. The Berlin-based DJ, producer, and label founder has been electrifying dance floors with his euphoric sound, mixing nostalgic ‘90s vibes with cutting-edge production.
Whether you're searching for Marlon Hoffstadt tour dates, digging through his HÖR Berlin sets, or spinning one of his vinyl releases, it’s obvious: he’s not following the trend—he’s shaping it.
FROM BERLIN’S UNDERGROUND TO GLOBAL DANCE FLOORS
Born and raised in Berlin, Hoffstadt started releasing music in his teens and quickly gained attention with his deep understanding of groove, melody, and rave culture. In 2016, he launched his own label, Retrograde, as a home for his forward-thinking take on house and trance music.
Now in 2025, you’ll find his name on international lineups including Distortion Copenhagen, Brunch Electronik Barcelona, and more. His sets bridge generations, blending old-school euphoria with modern dance-floor pressure.
THE SOUND OF DJ DADDY TRANCE
As DJ Daddy Trance, Hoffstadt leans into the fun, flamboyant, and emotional sides of dance music. Expect high-BPM power, melodic hooks, and cheeky vocal samples—all delivered with tight control and feel-good flair. He’s credited as one of the key figures bringing trance back to warehouse culture.
Recent tracks like "I Got You (Extended Mix)" and "It’s That Time" (featuring a remix by Kolter) show just how infectious and accessible his style is without compromising underground credibility.
LABEL WORK: PUSHING BOUNDARIES WITH RETROGRADE
Marlon’s label, Retrograde, has become a beacon for boundary-pushing house and trance producers. With carefully curated releases and a vinyl-first philosophy, it’s helped cultivate a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh.
In addition to his own imprint, Hoffstadt has collaborated with top-tier labels like Up The Stuss, broadening his influence across Europe’s most respected dance scenes.
MARLON HOFFSTADT X BLURR EYEWEAR
At Blurr Eyewear, we connect with artists who aren’t afraid to stand out—and Marlon Hoffstadt is exactly that. His bold, expressive style pairs perfectly with our frame designs: unapologetic, nostalgic, and built for the dance floor.
Whether you’re in the front row at his next festival set or lost in a Berlin basement rave, Blurr frames keep the vibe alive long after the music fades.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR MARLON HOFFSTADT IN 2025?
With a cult following, upcoming gigs across Europe, and fresh releases in the pipeline, Marlon Hoffstadt is showing no signs of slowing down. As the lines between house, trance, and Eurodance continue to blur, his role as a pioneer only grows stronger.
If you’re searching for the best trance and Eurodance DJs in 2025, Marlon Hoffstadt should already be on your radar. Vinyl in hand, BPMs high, and full rave energy—he’s here to remind us why we fell in love with dance music in the first place.
