Reference consists of the Detroit-based artists Luke Hess & Brian Kage. The group was created for the expression of underground music and dance culture. Luke Hess is a name synonymous with the ‘dub techno’ sound but his roots go deeper than that. His continued hard work as a musician and his talent as a DJ has allowed him to release music on some of the most respected labels, and play some of the most prestigious clubs in the world. Brian Kage is the founder of the record label, Michigander. Along with a countless number of successful releases, Brian’s experience as a musician, producer, DJ, and label head has helped catapult the careers of some of today's brightest and best artists in the dance music community.