On February 7th, APEX returns for its 4th edition, and it feels like we’ve been waiting forever for this one. The Maimarkthalle is about to become that familiar pressure cooker of kicks and shared madness, where strangers turn into crew, friendships are forged in the front row, and every single drop hits a little harder.
On February 14th, 2026, the Austrian hardcore scene will once again hit full force as Masters of Hardcore returns to VAZ St. Pölten. Renowned worldwide as the leading brand in hardcore electronic music, Masters of Hardcore has us looking ahead to another Austria edition, delivering an uncompromising lineup, high-end production, and a journey through the hardest sounds the scene has to offer.
They didn’t expect things to move this fast — but they were ready for it. And 2026 will be about building something that lasts. The Saints talk about going from TikTok experiments to Defqon.1 moments, and why they’re pushing beyond the DJ set while staying grounded. Bigger stages ahead. No plans to slow down.
Something extraordinary shook Paris. From the Eiffel Tower, Hysta unleashed an hour of relentless hardcore energy that reverberated across the city – a celebration of French electronic music and a tribute to the underground spirit that shaped her. The full performance is now available on Hysta's official YouTube channel, letting fans around the world witness this historic moment!
It’s almost time… On Saturday, October 11th, 2025, the legendary Velder Woods will once again pulse with light, sound, and pure energy. For the third year in a row, I’m heading into the magic of Elektrum Festival – back into that wild mix of kicks and unity. Twelve hours of madness. Six in the light, six in the dark.
For 13 years, Back To Core has been delivering hardcore at its purest. This November, Drokz and Ophidian bring their signature sound to Seh Sie, joined by a killer local lineup. Real hardcore heads will be on those floors – will you?
Every October, German powerhouse I-Motion (the crew behind NATURE ONE and MAYDAY) and Dutch legends Art of Dance (Dominator, Masters of Hardcore, Snakepit) join forces to drop Dortmund’s hardest multi-genre rave – Westfalenhallen become WestfalenHELL again! Four stages, one army, and hardcore running the show. But don’t worry – there’s also room for rawstyle, uptempo, and even some proper hardstyle!
Mysteryland – the name alone carries weight in the electronic music scene. For years, it has stood out for its unique atmosphere, immersive stages, and unforgettable moments. As the longest-running festival in electronic music, it drew over 100,000 visitors from nearly 100 countries for its 2025 edition. Now, the Mysteryland team will take a creative break, returning in 2027 with a brand-new concept that promises to surprise the global festival community.
Decibel outdoor festival 2025 once again proved why it’s one of the world’s premier destinations for hard dance music. From the moment we stepped onto the fields, the energy was off the charts. Thousands of fans poured onto the beautifully designed festival grounds, ready for three days of pure madness. Everyone was buzzing, swapping hype about their must-see sets and moments – and there were so many to choose from!
Hard kicks, heavy vibes, sunshine, and sweat – Elektro Wiese 2025 brought everything the harder styles community lives for. Two intense days, three stages, 30+ acts, one camping ground, and hundreds of ravers who came for the sound and stayed for the feeling. Vollersode? Fully sent.
