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Ducal, also known as Marvin Herzog, is a 25 years old Hardstyle producer from Germany. Having released several Harder Styles tracks ranging from Euphoric to Uptempo, his musical vision is now mainly defined by a subgenre of his own creation: "Cinematic Raw." This style blends raw, aggressive, and powerful drops with emotional breaks and epic, orchestral elements, resulting in a sound that is both intense and cinematic. His life has always been about music. Born in a musical family, he started playing drums at five. In 2014, he discovered electronic music and instantly fell in love with Hardstyle. While still fascinated by various electronic genres, Melodic Dubstep caught his attention and inspired him to start producing. Gradually, he added more Hardstyle elements into his tracks, leading him to fully commit to Hardstyle in 2023. Since then, Ducal has performed at renowned clubs, including the legendary Bootshaus in Cologne, Proton in Stuttgart, Four Runners in Ludwigsburg and as a resident DJ at Hans Bunte Areal in Freiburg. A highlight was his victory at the HARDERCLASS DJ Contest 2024, which earned him a slot at DECIBEL OUTDOOR. After winning again in 2025, he returned to the festival – this time on the iconic RAW STAGE. If you want to be part of this journey, make sure to follow him on social media and all streaming platforms!