Kevin Saunderson

USA, 1986–now

The Elevator of the Belleville Three — as Inner City ('Good Life', 'Big Fun') he carried Detroit techno into the worldwide pop charts.

MusicRoots documents 1 artist who influenced Kevin Saunderson and 1 artist Kevin Saunderson influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Kevin Saunderson?

• Juan Atkins — Saunderson was the third Belleville schoolmate — Atkins's mentorship made him a producer before Inner City made him a star.

Which artists did Kevin Saunderson influence?

• Ken Ishii — One of the Detroit techno producers Ishii took from, with Derrick May and Juan Atkins.