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Panacea, the stage name of Mathis Mootz, was born on August 18, 1976, in Wetzlar, Germany. He began his musical journey with an apprenticeship in classical music and was a member of the Windsbach boys' choir. After studying music engineering at the SAE Institute, Mootz became involved with the experimental hip hop/illbient label Chrome, which later rebranded as Position Chrome. Known for his innovative approach, Panacea has made significant contributions to the drum and bass genre, pushing its boundaries into industrial and hardcore territories through several albums and numerous singles. As an energetic DJ, he is recognized for his live performances that blend these genres. In addition to his work as Panacea, Mootz has explored various musical styles under different aliases, including Squaremeter, Disorder 2nd Gen, Warfare, Kate Mosh, Bad Street Boy, and Rich Kid. He has released music and remixes for several labels, including Position Chrome, Sonic Groove, PRSPCT, Quartz, Mille Plateaux, Ant-Zen, Hands Productions, Turbo-Pimp, and Ambush.

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