Some discoveries rewrite history. More than a decade after his passing, two never-before-heard mixes from Frankie Knuckles have just been unearthed and released. Sourced from tapes kept by the Frankie Knuckles Foundation, the recordings span 1989–1995, disco, house, and the unmistakable evolution of the “Godfather of House” sound. The raw texture of tape remains intact, […]
A conversation with Matthieu, the founder of Traxi It all started with a simple desire: to mix without disturbing the neighbors. From that idea came Traxi, a concept that has now become a true musical adventure on wheels. Its creator tells us how an ordinary evening turned into a unique project. How did the idea […]
Meta’s Censorship Is Silencing Queer Nightlife In recent months, two of Europe’s most prominent queer nightlife collectives :Replicant Events in Paris and Gegen in Berlin have faced the same brutal reality: Meta’s platforms can erase years of cultural work in seconds, without warning, and without explanation. For Replicant, the shock came when both their Instagram […]
How Hard Techno Became the EDM of Our Time In the 2010s, EDM reshaped electronic music on a global scale. Its spectacular shows, high production values, and superstar DJs brought electronic sounds into stadiums and arenas, introducing millions of new listeners to dance music. For many, EDM was a gateway: a way to discover more […]
Amsterdam Dance Event is taking a major step forward in 2025: the much-loved ADE Lab will transform into ADE Lab Village, bringing more space, inspiration, and opportunities for the next generation of artists, producers, and industry professionals. A home for learning, creating, and connecting This year, everything comes together in one dedicated Village in […]
UNTOLD Festival celebrates 10 years this summer and is ready to write history once again. The magical universe of music, love, friendship, and pure joy will open its gates from August 7 to 10 in the heart of Transylvania, in the beautiful city of Cluj-Napoca. 200+ local and international artists across 8 stages and multiple […]
Over 15 pirate radio stations broadcast in Ibiza with total impunity Forget rules. On Ibiza’s FM dial, pirate radios are running wild, blasting beats with zero licenses and a whole lot of attitude, while authorities crack down hard on visible parts of the nightlife : beach DJs or pirate taxis. At least 23 unlicensed stations […]
Why ADE Is Worth Attending, Whether You’re a DJ, Industry Professional or Raver (Special focus on the French scene) A Necessary Disclaimer Before anything else, a quick disclaimer: we’ve been partners with Amsterdam Dance Event for several years. But this article is not sponsored — and never has been. What follows is simply driven by […]
Six years after his first album Orchestra, Worakls returns with an ambitious European tour designed as a true celebration.This tour is the embodiment of a unique project, blending intelligent techno with symphonic emotion. From March 6 to May 2, 2026, he will travel through seven cities and seven prestigious venues with his musicians to unveil […]
From October 22 to 26, 2025, Amsterdam will once again pulse to the rhythm of ADE, the world’s largest festival and professional gathering dedicated to electronic music. And judging by the first announcements, this edition is already shaping up to be extraordinary. Over 250 artists have been revealed in this initial wave… and that’s only […]
A Party for Everyone: Peacock Society x Yoolabox Because no one should ever have to choose between their disability and their right to party, Peacock Society is taking concrete steps towards inclusion. This year, the festival is teaming up with Yoolabox, a ticketing platform dedicated to people with disabilities, to ensure that the celebration is […]
To celebrate Pride on Saturday, June 28, the highly committed TIMIT collective will be lighting up the night with their neon pride lights. An inclusive party for all, and a dancefloor that makes a statement! TIMIT is a collective that calls for dancing with pride. Its commitment follows in the footsteps of LGBTQ+ struggles, […]
