Dutch ‘Back To Live’ test festivals receive over 100,000 ticket applicants
It's been a long old journey since 2019 when the first case of COVID-19 was found, but the light at the end of the tunnel is growing ever closer. For those residing in the delightful nation of The Netherlands the road back to normality is becoming clearer, with the events industry beginning to see the benefits. The Dutch people have
The Netherlands will host coronavirus-proof trial festivals in March
In order to achieve results that can contribute to the reawakening of festivals in the Netherlands, Fieldlab in collaboration with ID&T and MOJO is organizing two trial festivals on the Lowlands. In 2020, the Dutch government had already revealed its intention to hold several coronavirus-proof trial events of various natures across the Netherlands. The first two trial music festivals are
David Guetta breaks record for most weeks in The Netherlands Top 40 Charts
The legendary French DJ and producer David Guetta has amassed another all-time record becoming the artist with most weeks in The Netherlands (Nederlandse) Top 40 Charts. In total, he has been in this premium list for a brutal 629 weeks, which in terms of years is equivalent to over 12 years having tracks in the Netherlands' top 40 ranks. Since making
The Netherlands will not open clubs until COVID-19 vaccine is available
The Netherlands' prime minister, Mark Rutte, has announced that the Netherlands will not reopen nightclubs until there is a vaccine for COVID-19. Nightclubs were expected to reopen with safety measures on September 1st, but it has been indefinitely moved due to coronavirus cases surging. This news came in a press conference on October 13th, paired with new restrictions for the country. The
Dutch festivals affected by Coronavirus will offer refunds in 2021
The Coronavirus pandemic has really taken an enormous toll on the world, especially hitting hard at the music industry. One of the first businesses that were forced to close their doors were various event management companies from all around the world, and many of them still remain closed, without knowing when they will be able to return and continue organising
The Netherlands’ king Willem-Alexander: “Festivals are essential for the Netherlands”
In recent weeks, some European countries have started to allow the comeback of activities post-quarantine interruption caused by COVID-19. This is no different in the Netherlands. From June 1st restaurants, movie theaters and other types of establishments will be open to the public again. However, as announced a few weeks ago, events such as festivals and clubs can only work
No massive events in the Netherlands without Coronavirus vaccine
The Coronavirus situation has been getting more and more serious all around the world, of course everyone is suffering because of it, but one of the more affected sectors is definitely the music industry. Events all around the world getting cancelled and postponed due to the virus and the future of the event management industry is staying pretty uncertain at
Kingsland Festival returns with incredible 7th edition
The 7th edition of Kingsland Festival took place last Saturday in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Groningen, Den Bosch and Twente, when The Netherlands celebrated the birthday of their king. The Festival attracts people from more than 75 different countries with their amazing A-list lineup and many different stages that serve all the genres the visitors could wish for, from hardstyle, house, techno,
Seventh edition of Kingsland Festival to take place this Saturday
This upcoming weekend the seventh edition of Kingsland Festival will take place in five cities, around the Netherlands. Alesso, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Afrojack, W&W and Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano are just a few artists that will perform in Amsterdam, Den Bosch, Groningen, Twente and the newest addition Rotterdam. Every year on April 27th, the Netherlands celebrates one of
Hikari feat. Kaii – Any Moment
As the adventure carries on for RecPlay Records and their fair crop of artists which make up the bunch of their debut releases, things couldn't get better for the Mannheim based producer and DJ Hikari and his fellow countrywoman Kaii who have landed a second collaboration on the label's charts. Hot on the heels of their last production titled 'Memories,' the
Bowles & White Zoo feat. Noa Neal – Into The Unknown
Collaborating for another scintillating addition for its release roster, Dutchman Bowles and German producer White Zoo look set to assure another hit for the quickly rising RecPlay Records. While the Dutch imprint have lined up some fresh and unique releases in the past month - ever since they started their journey on December 1st - the two adept European producers look to pip
Mysteryland will be the first festival to incorporate virtual reality in their live-stream
It is all the rage these days - live streams, and virtual realities. Features that can make you feel like you are actually there and aren't missing out on any of the action. Which is why, this is a huge milestone for festivals, especially Mysteryland as it is the first festival to incorporate a 360-degree virtual reality livestream. Are you excited
Luminosity Beach Festival – the European trance heaven
Electronic music has been particularly big in Europe ever since it's existence, but with booming markets such as North America & South-East Asia, the old continent slowly began hiding in the shadow of the new party destinations. Even though trance was basically born in Western Europe, most trance festivals either vanished or switched directions. We all reminisce about the good
Armin van Buuren wins the 3FM award for Best Dance Artist
The number one Trance DJ in the world - Armin van Buuren won the 3FM Award for Best Dance Artist in his home country of the Netherlands. The dutch DJ/producer took over competitors such as Cradle, Oliver Heldens & Yellow Claw. 3FM is one of the biggest dutch music stations hosting its award show since 2005 and have welcomed winners