Depuratus

Depuratus is an electronic music duo from the Azores Islands, Portugal, consisting of Micael and Ania do Mar. They create ritualistic dark psychedelic trance music that blends tribal rhythms, mantras, experimental textures, and spiritual elements into an immersive sonic experience.

Musical Style

Their sound explores the darker realms of psychedelic music, spanning genres like darkpsy, forest, experimental, and hi-tech, typically ranging from 155 to 205+ BPM. The duo's music is characterized by hypnotic basslines, layered atmospheric soundscapes, and intricate rhythmic interplay that creates a transcendent trance experience.

Artistic Philosophy

Central to their artistic philosophy is the belief in music as a vehicle for spiritual transmission—incorporating mantras, pranayamas, and meditation into their compositions to create curative and medicinal trance experiences. Depuratus aims to share wisdom about becoming a cause rather than merely reacting, using their art to spread messages of consciousness and transformation.

Discography & Labels

With releases on labels including Sacred Sound Records, Atomes Music, Nritya Sastra Records, and Opium Records, Depuratus has built a dedicated following in the underground psychedelic scene. Their notable albums include:

• Conscious War (2023)
• Homo Nosce Te Ipsum
• Atonement to Poseidon
• Tribute EP

Live Presence

They perform at psychedelic gatherings and festivals internationally, including tours in India and appearances at events like Ananta Gathering 2025.

Connect

• Instagram: @depuratus
• SoundCloud: depuratus
• Spotify & Other Platforms: Available across major streaming services