Raw Hardstyle

MAYDAY 2025

MAYDAY 2026 “ICONIC” – Rave longer than ever

MAYDAY (Germany's biggest indoor rave) returns to Dortmund's Westfalenhallen on the 30th of April, 2026, presenting itself under the theme "ICONIC" — as an evolution of a format that has been established in the electronic music scene for more than three decades. This year, the organizers lean into a concept that balances tradition with contemporary club culture: more than 30 acts will be spread across four thematically curated floors, each offering a distinct take on the spectrum of modern electronic music. For the first time, the event will run for a full twelve hours — a structural shift that responds to audience demand and allows for longer, more immersive narrative arcs.
The Saints

Staying grounded while aiming higher: the rise of The Saints

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.
SYNDICATE 2024

SYNDICATE 2025 calls us back to WestfalenHELL – with some serious specials

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 2025 Mainstage

Our magical days at Mysteryland 2025

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.
Elektro Wiese 2025

Elektro Wiese Festival 2025 – back to the fields, back to the madness

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.
Intensity Open Air Festival 2025

Innsbruck welcomes Intensity Open Air Festival 2025

Innsbruck is getting a brand-new harder styles festival: the first edition of Intensity Open Air hits Olympiaworld Innsbruck on September 27th. Ten hours of rawstyle, hardcore, uptempo, and Deutscher Krach with international headliners and rising talent, all set against the Alps as your epic backdrop. From the first drop to the last beat, feel the heavy kicks of the harder styles echoing across the mountains.
Official Supremacy 2025 anthem

The official Supremacy 2025 anthem by Mutilator and Nolz has landed

The countdown is over – the official Supremacy 2025 anthem is here, and it’s nothing short of a war cry. Mutilator has joined forces with Nolz on “Enter Elysium”, delivering a track that feels like marching straight into battle. Dark, relentless, and dripping with Supremacy’s signature intensity, this anthem is the spark that will ignite the Brabanthallen when the raw family unites less than a month from today.
REBELLiON Outdoor 2025

This was REBELLiON Outdoor 2025 – five stages, one mission

On the stunning beach of Almere, REBELLiON Outdoor 2025 hit with a single mission: Raw, Fearless, Untamed. Five stages – including the brand-new Hardcore area – and flawless organisation kept the energy high all day. Every detail, from layout to sound, made the festival an unforgettable experience.
Open Beatz 2025

Hardstyle, rain, fireworks: this was Open Beatz Festival 2025

Sun, rain, mud, and lots of great music – Open Beatz 2025 gave me everything in one weekend. From Tream opening the Caldera to losing myself at Zone 3 and Dr. Peacock’s breathtaking show, every moment was unforgettable. Even with soaked shoes and heavy rain, the vibe never died – I'll be back next year for sure!