Time unlimited has stood for uncompromising electronic music from Germany since the early 1990s. Founded in 1992 in Neckargemünd near Heidelberg by Horst Abel, Konrad Best and Joachim Keil, the label was one of the first members of the Under Cover Music Group (UCMG) and specialized early on in hard trance, tech trance, progressive trance, progressive house and ambient sounds.
As part of the UCMG cosmos, Time unlimited was closely associated with other pioneering imprints in the 90s such as Noom Records, Reef Recordings, VooDoo Records, Technogold, Global Ambition, Phuture Wax and Deep Blue, which together helped shape the sound of an entire rave generation.
Since the mid-2000s, the label was run by the Mannheim-based company daredo music (later daredo media) before UCM.ONE took over the catalogs and trademark rights of daredo media and thus also of the former UCMG – including Time unlimited – in 2017 and has been responsible for the continuous re-release and continuation of the label ever since.
The Time unlimited label stands for energetic, melodic and often clearly rave-inspired electronic music. Stylistically, the spectrum ranges from classic hard and progressive trance to technoid, acid-like tracks and atmospheric, progressive club productions.
Over the years, the label has featured releases by influential producers from the German and international scene, including in particular:
Other artists such as DJ Energy, The Apex, Alien Factory, Overcharge, Mike Koglin, Genetic, Blix Cannon and many more have helped shape the typical Time unlimited sound over the years.
Some of the label’s milestones:
Today, the Time Unlimited catalog comprises several hundred releases on vinyl, CD and digital. Legendary compilation series such as “1st Chapter Of Time Unlimited (One Year – Best Tracks!) ” or “Mix Unlimited”documented the label’s stylistic range back in the 90s and served as an introduction to the world of hard and progressive trance for many fans. Classic singles and EPs – for example by Nostrum, Roughage, Mindscape, Gain Force, Sonicity, The Apex, Onda del Futuro, DJ Metron, Overcharge feat. G-Meter, Soundscape, Tibet Team Frankfurt, Ultra, Nad’s Lab, Alien Factory or Ray & G.O.D – are still sought-after collector’s items today and are used in sets by DJs around the globe who combine the unmistakable 90s vibe with contemporary productions.
Today, Time unlimited continues as an active label under the umbrella of UCM.ONE. In addition to carefully remastered reissues from the original catalog, new EPs and singles are regularly released that translate the label’s DNA – euphoric melodies, powerful beats, trancy pads and club-ready arrangements – into the present. Current productions by Nostrum, Roughage and other artists consciously tie in with the aesthetics of the late 90s and combine them with modern production technology and contemporary sound design.
Time unlimited is therefore more than just a historical trance label: it is a vibrant platform for producers who love the spirit of the early rave era and think ahead at the same time. Whether on vinyl, digitally or in curated playlists – Time unlimited stands for timeless electronic music that unites club culture, nostalgia and innovation under one name.
With ‘Purification ’, Roughage releases his latest EP and delivers a powerful yet atmospheric statement that combines classic trance and techno roots with a modern sound. The EP, released on the legendary German label Time Unlimited, is a tribute to the golden era of late 90s rave culture – and at the same time a…
Originally released in 1998 on the legendary label Time Unlimited, this timeless trance classic returns 27 years later on the same label in 2025 in a powerful remastered reissue—digitally remastered and reinterpreted by Rennz. A true underground anthem that captures the essence of an entire era, “Release Of Fantasy” combines euphoric melodies, deep pads, and…
Nostrum, a legend of the German techno and trance scene, presents “Blow Back 2025,” an impressive reinterpretation of his cult track “Blow Back” from 1996. The release appears on the German label Time Unlimited, which also released the original version 29 years ago, and includes three powerful versions that combine nostalgic longing with modern sound…
With his latest release, Everything, British producer Jake Nicholls delivers a radiant, emotionally charged trance anthem on the legendary German label Time Unlimited. The legendary imprint, which has been synonymous with melodic, visionary trance since the 90s, once again showcases fresh talent with a clear artistic signature. ‘Everything’ combines uplifting energy, atmospheric pads and driving…
Heidelberg-based electronic music producer Roughage is back with his new EP, “Reflections”, released on the legendary Time Unlimited label. Known for his unique blend of underground techno and trance influences, Roughage once again delivers an immersive sound experience that will captivate both long-time fans and new listeners. With this EP, Roughage showcases his signature soundscape,…
DSTRTD SGNL presents Mindscape. ‘Genetic’ takes us on a musical journey through time that not only stimulates the senses, but also the heart and soul. The 2024 remake of this iconic trance classic from the 90s, the title ‘Genetic’ by Mindscape, which was originally released on the Time Unlimited label, promises a return to a…
