Portrait of ARPL

ARPL

ARPL is a renowned French DJ and producer celebrated for their dynamic fusion of Afrobeat with cutting-edge electronic music genres. Known for electrifying performances at iconic venues like Le Quartier Libre de Rouen and the legendary Rex Club in Paris, ARPL has established a strong presence across Europe’s vibrant electronic scene. Frequently performing in cities such as Paris, Berlin, and Nantes, this artist has captivated audiences with their seamless blend of groove-oriented Afrobeat rhythms and deep house, techno, and tribal elements.

ARPL has shared lineups and collaborated with notable artists like SACID, Nanno, and Naked Nils, further cementing their reputation within the global electronic music community. Their performances at major festivals such as the Festival Electronique de Nantes and Berlin’s Atonal have garnered critical acclaim for their energetic sets and innovative soundscapes. Signed to respected record labels like AfroTribe Records and Deep Vibe Music, ARPL’s productions consistently showcase their mastery of rhythm and percussion-heavy arrangements rooted in Afrobeat traditions.

This artist’s career began in underground clubs in France, where their infectious mixes quickly gained recognition for their originality and technical skill. Over the years, ARPL has built a dedicated following through their compelling DJ sets and influential productions that bridge Afrobeat with contemporary electronic music. Their influence extends beyond live performances, inspiring a new wave of producers exploring Afrobeat’s potential within the modern electronic dance music landscape.

Today, ARPL remains a vital figure in France’s electronic music scene, continually pushing boundaries and redefining Afrobeat’s role in the global club culture.

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Afrobeat - Deep House - Disco - Electronica - Tech House

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PAST EVENTS

FLUID Last Dance • Die Klar B2B DJ Kwame, DJ Reiz, Legit Girl, DJ Dje Dje From the Block, ARPL event artwork

Sun, 13 Jul 2025

La Cité Fertile

DJ Kwamē - Legit Girl DJ - Die Klar - ARPL - DJ Reiz

Renate Mayday (5 Floors) and Free Open Air Rave event artwork

Wed, 30 Apr 2025

Renate

Snooks - ATZENPUNK - Floorfillers - Alina Viktoria - Origami - Flight Mode - Dexy's Midnight - Ten Fingerz - Omi on Acid - Lucyd - G.oss - Jose Puerto - Rhast - ARPL - SACID - Loulou Ferrari + more

Pygments presents: Von Riu, Mza, ARPL, Pygments Residents event artwork

Tue, 3 Sep 2024

Rex Club

Von Riu - ARPL

Cherry Bomb invites Koala Disco, Rin La Dalle, Katia Val, ARPL & Litoshka event artwork

Thu, 22 Aug 2024

La Fabriek

Katia Val - Litoshka - ARPL - KATIA

FYEMA Vol.4 with 1luu, ARPL, Drazzit, Multifun, M.DOP b2b TOCZ event artwork

Thu, 25 May 2023

RSO.BERLIN

1luu - Drazzit - TOCZ - Multifun - M.DOP - ARPL

La Darude - Le Virage Féerique event artwork

Thu, 20 Apr 2023

Virage

Varya Karpova - ARPL

BODY'S RISING #4 event artwork

Thu, 23 Mar 2023

Macadam

Lowbass - ARPL

MELTDOWN · Arkhan, ARPL, Ian Melt, Xiao · Le Ferrailleur, Nantes event artwork

Thu, 2 Feb 2023

Le Ferrailleur

Arkhan - ARPL

SeXaPill & Liebe #4 event artwork

Tue, 4 Oct 2022

Le Liebe

ARPL - In-Tan

Full Speed Women #4: ARPL, Euromeule, Glory All event artwork

Thu, 23 Jun 2022

Cabaret Vauban

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UPDATED : 15 October 2025 at 15:11