Markus Schulz
The German-American trance icon known as The Unicorn Slayer — Coldharbour boss, Global DJ Broadcast host and a fixture of the genre for decades.
Who is Markus Schulz?
A relentless touring force and one of trance’s most recognisable voices.
Markus Schulz is the German-born, Miami-based DJ and producer who became one of the most recognisable names in trance. Nicknamed “The Unicorn Slayer,” he is known for marathon sets, a dark-yet-melodic sound, and decades of relentless touring.
His weekly Global DJ Broadcast radio show has run for years, and his Coldharbour Recordings label is a home for the genre. Long-running collaborations with vocalist Adina Butar produced hits like “New York City (Take Me Away)” and “In Search of Sunrise.”
Crowned “America’s #1 DJ” and a former New World Punx member alongside Ferry Corsten, Schulz continues to tour the world. Explore more electronic music artists in the full DJ directory, or visit his official site.
Signature Sound
The melodic, driving trance anthems that built the Markus Schulz sound.
Career Timeline
From Eschwege to Miami main stages — the milestones that shaped Markus Schulz.
Upcoming Shows
Markus Schulz headlines trance festivals and clubs worldwide. Filter by year and region — tickets via official partners.
See all upcoming dates on the official Markus Schulz tour page →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Markus Schulz is a German-American DJ and producer and one of the most recognisable names in trance, known for marathon sets and his Global DJ Broadcast radio show.
Global DJ Broadcast is Markus Schulz’s long-running weekly radio show, a staple of the trance scene for years.
Markus Schulz is known for trance — a darker, melodic, driving style he is sometimes nicknamed “The Unicorn Slayer” for.
His best-known tracks include “Mainstage,” “The New World,” “New York City (Take Me Away)” and “In Search of Sunrise,” many with vocalist Adina Butar.
Markus Schulz founded Coldharbour Recordings, a label dedicated to trance and his own productions.
Yes, Markus Schulz headlines trance festivals and clubs worldwide, including his In Search of Sunrise Live shows. Check the Tour Dates section above for the latest schedule.
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