Detox Unit

BIO:

Joseph Roberts, known artistically as Detox Unit, is a pivotal force in the experimental bass music scene. Blending breakbeats, hip-hop, experimental bass, and dubstep, his work is defined by meticulous sound design and forward-thinking electronic production.

Originally from New York, Roberts honed his craft within Austin, Texas’s vibrant music ecosystem before solidifying his artistic identity in Denver, Colorado. His live performances are renowned for their immersive auditory and visual scope, frequently incorporating collaborations with visual artists to bring a sci-fi and retro-futuristic aesthetic to life.

Detox Unit’s dynamic DJing pays homage to the roots of the art form while pushing its boundaries through technical precision, hands-on performance, and thoughtful technological integration. His deep reverence for electronic music’s pioneers—and the evolution of the gear that shaped the genre—continues to inform his highly technical, forward-leaning approach on stage.

A selective release strategy reinforces an air of exclusivity around his catalog. His Recent Works mix series and carefully curated live appearances have further cemented his standing within the underground and beyond. Tracks like “Vibrate,” alongside extended releases The Abyss (2016), Deviate (2019), and Liminal (2023), blend nostalgic rave influences with contemporary electronic innovation, exemplifying his progressive production ethos.

With headlining performances at iconic venues across North America and a rapidly expanding global footprint, Detox Unit continues to push experimental bass music into new dimensions. His sets—built almost entirely from original compositions—are deep, dynamic, and immersive. Whether commanding massive sound systems or exploring intimate festival environments, Detox Unit creates experiences that are not just heard, but profoundly felt.