Edo van Duijn is a true legend of the rave game.

In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Rudy Vorstenbosch, the visionary owner and director of AXIOM Solid Solutions

Ralph Lemmens, born and raised in the world of sound, has made a name for himself as a prominent figure in the field. He assumed control of his father's company, LHB, and has been actively involved in numerous significant events across the globe. As a skilled freelancer, Ralph has become an indispensable asset in the dance music culture.

Bas Baetsen started as an intern at Extrema, and now, after approximately 25 years, he is the Festival Director of Extrema, which falls under the umbrella of This is Live Group. Bas is a well-known artist booker in the Netherlands and works with his team to program for multiple larger Dutch events such as WISH Outdoor, Paaspop, Extrema Outdoor (BE), Paperclip Festival, and many more.

His expertise and passion for the industry have allowed him to bring top-notch performers and unforgettable experiences to festival-goers. Bas's ability to curate diverse lineups and his attention to detail have earned him a reputation as one of the most respected festival directors in the business. His work has been instrumental in shaping the Dutch festival scene, and his dedication to creating exceptional events is evident in the success of each festival he produces.

As the festival landscape continues to evolve, Bas remains at the forefront of innovation and continues to push boundaries to provide new and exciting experiences for attendees. His passion for music and festivals is contagious, and he inspires his team to work tirelessly to create events that exceed expectations. With Bas at the helm, This is Live Group and the festivals they produce are sure to continue to be a highlight of the Dutch entertainment scene for years to come.

https://www.thisislive.group

https://www.extrema.be

Born as Rutger Geerling, the photographer also known as “Rudgr.com” is from the Netherlands and has covered the biggest EDM festivals and artists in the world.

Besides dance music photography, Rutger has had an extensive career in travel, extreme sports, winter sports and underwater photography. Publishing in many of the top magazines in those respective fields.

“What started out as taking pictures for fun, during a very boring Masters study, turned into scuba-diving with sharks, having snowboarders miss me by inches (sometimes not), standing between 30.000 raving people or climbing active volcanoes while seeing the furthermost corners of the earth. The choice of doing what I loved instead of what I learned was the best decision I ever made. This is living life to the fullest” - Rutger

Rutger is mostly known for his work in the dance music industry, serving as worldwide lead photographer for global festivals like Tomorrowland and Ultra Music Festival. He has worked with many of the world’s number top DJ’s like Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Fedde le Grand, W&W and Timmy Trumpet. His 2015 book on 20 years of dance music photography got rewarded the very prestigious Dutch Pop Media Award and he currently represents Canon as one of the few Canon Influencers. 

Founded in 1996

- Canon influencer
- National Geographic contributor
- Senior Photographer for ID&T since 2001
-Senior Photographer Tomorrowland (worldwide) since 2008
-Senior Photographer for Ultra Music Festival (worldwide) since 2012
-Tourphotographer for Armin, Hardwell, W&W, DV&LM, Fedde le Grand, Timmy Trumpet

In this episode of our podcast, we are joined by Renske van Kollenburg, a passionate storyteller and guide in the music industry. With hundreds of interviews under her belt, she remains deeply committed to her purpose of supporting and mentoring others on their own journeys in music, with a special focus on mental health. Renske is a vocal advocate for raising awareness about suicide and other mental health challenges that are often stigmatized in the music industry. Join us as we delve into her insights and experiences in this fascinating and important field.

The role of a tour manager is arguably the most challenging job in the fast-paced world of dance music. Endless tours can be grueling, and it takes a special kind of dedication to excel in this field. Enter Darius Washington, quite possibly the hardest-working tour manager in the game. With over a decade of experience in the dance music industry, Darius has been a part of the scene since the tender age of 17, and now serves as Steve Aoki's tour manager. His commitment and work ethic are second to none, and his unwavering dedication is a testament to his passion for the music and the people who create it.

Tony Dekker has been working for David Lewis productions for years, and in this podcast, we'll be looking back on some of the great moments of his career while also looking to the future. One of Tony's passions is for excellent champagnes! Want to know more? Check out the full episode.

Villain, the most widely traveled MC in the world, has a story about how he got started that is both fascinating and inspiring. As a legendary figure in the hardstyle music industry, his voice is instantly recognizable and his impact is felt around the globe.  https://mmadforthefam.com/  Use the discount code to get 15% off: mmad-house