These are the parties you need to hit at ADE this week
Trust us, these raves will go OFF
Every October, Amsterdam becomes even more of a clubbing hotspot than usual as thousands of party-hungry ravers descend on the Dutch capital for ADE. Amsterdam Dance Event marks its 20th year as one of the premier music conferences in the world and the healthy mix of parties, panels and workshops has got us frothing at the mouth once again.
This year there are over 2,200 artists flying over to play and some of the raves look pretty outrageous. Want to see your favourite DJ this week in the Dam? Chances are they're playing somewhere and it's more than likely the rest of the line-up will be pretty large. But how are you supposed to navigate this mine-field of incredible parties? This is where we come in.
We've gone through our calendar and picked out the parties you need to be hitting. Here's our pick of this year's fine crop. Amsterdam, we're ready for you
Wednesday
What: Black Coffee & Friends
Where: Radion, Louwesweg 1, 1066 EA Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Black Coffee, Da Capo, Rancido, John Agesilas
What's Special: South Africa's national hero and worldwide sensation Black Coffee couldn't be on more of a hot streak. He appeared on our cover back in August and his extended Mixmag Live set has gone down as one of the best. He brings along some of his friends and fellow DJs to kickstart ADE in a truly tribal fashion
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What: Atjazz
Where: Radion, Louwesweg 1, 1066 EA Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Atjazz, Karizma, Osunlade, John Agesilas, Si Tew
What's Special: Also taking place at the same time and at the same club as Black Coffee & Friends is the Atjazz Records shindig. Martin Atjazz has been supplying the world with the very finest house cuts for a long time now and with the likes of Karizma and Osunlade set to join the boss himself, this promises to be a world music affair like no other.
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What: Dolly Surround The World
Where: Disco Dolly, Handboogstraat 11
Who's Playing: Murat Tepeli, Maurice Faulton, Elias Mazian
What's Special: Elias Mazian is the Disco Dolly resident who knows how to get a party going and when tasked with picking the DJs joining him for a Wednesday party, he did a sterling job. House hero Maurice Faulton and surgeon-turned-selector Murat Tepeli will be digging deep with vinyl classics and sure-fire body-movers. An underground but top choice for your first day of ADE
Thursday
What: Mixmag Lab
Where: Studio 80, Rembrandtplein 17, 1017 CT Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Steve Rachmad presents Parallel 9, Boris Werner, San Proper
What's Special: It wouldn't be ADE without a Mixmag Lab on location and this year we've strived to bring you the best Dutch selectors that the Dam has to offer. Steve Rachmad will be bringing his cosmic-tinged Parallel 9 alias to Studio 80 alongside revered DJs San Proper and Boris Werner. Although this is an invite-only event, we're streaming the whole thing live so be sure to tune in here from 6pm GMT.
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What: VBX ADE x Fuse
Where: Cruquiusgilde Warehouse, Cruquiusweg 124a, 1019 AK Amsterdam
Who's Playing: DeWalta, Enzo Siragusa, Seb Zito, Ferro, Rossko, Archie Hamilton, Frank Haag
What's Special: It doesn't matter where in the world Fuse take their chunky tech sound because it always hits the sweet spot. The London-based imprint has experienced a huge summer in Ibiza and their global parties are becoming a go-to spot for dancers who want something with a bit of bite. Regulars Enzo Siragusa, Seb Zito, Rossko and Archie Hamilton will be there in force, as will DeWalta. Don't miss this one.
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What: Dystopian x Giegling
Where: ITW NDSM - Internationale Theaterwerkplaats, TT Neveritaweg 15, 1033, Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Rødhåd, Edward, Konstantin, Tobias, Don Williams
What's Special: This party is a bit of a curveball but one that's welcomed with open arms. Dystopian is the steely, unrelenting techno label helmed by man-of-the-moment Rødhåd and Giegling is the floaty house and dreamy electronica imprint that's home to underground wonders like Edward, Traumprinz and Vril. The two aren't obvious choices for an ADE collab but we love it. For a welcomed mix of sounds and styles, this is a good shout.
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What: Creme Organization x The Trilogy Tapes
Where: Studio 80, Rembrandtplein 17, 1017 Binnenstad, Amsterdam,
Who's Playing: 2562/A Made Up Sound, Anthony Naples, Will Bankhead, Robert Bergman, DJ TLR
What's Special: The Trilogy Tapes is one of the freshest and most hyped imprints on the block and once the dust has settled at Studio 80 after the Mixmag Lab, the label will team up with Creme Organization for an underground showcase of epic proportions. A Made Up Sound, Anthony Naples and Robert Bergman will all lay down sets at a party where anything goes.
Friday
What: HYTE X FRRC
Where: Warehouse Elementenstraat, Elementenstraat 25, 1014 AR, Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Ricardo Villalobos, Steve Rachmad, Craig Richards, Sonia Moonear, Margaret Dygas,
What's Special: Just take a look at that line-up. It's pretty fucking special. Taking place in a dwarfing warehouse, HYTE has pulled out all the stops for ADE week. The Friday party is the most impressive of them all with the king Ricardo Villalobos taking the top spot. Craig Richards, Sonia Moonear and Margaret Dygas will all deliver the goods but with an 8am close time, you know it's going to be Ricky V causing a stir till the sun comes up.
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What: 909 - Time Tunnel
Where: Warehouse 22, Asterweg 22, 1031 HP Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Jeff Mills
What's Special: The Netherlands is in for a treat this week as Jeff Mills brings his epic Time Tunnel show to Holland for the first time. The party doesn't really need much selling; Jeff Mills, all-night-long, playing sounds from the past, present and future, with a retina-dazzling A/V show like no-other. Say no more. We love you, Jeff.
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What: Dekmantel
Where: Westergastheater, Polonceaukade 5, 1014 DA Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Marcel Dettmann, Ben Klock, Ryan Elliott x Makam, Randomer
What's Special: Anyone who's been to Dekmantel Festival knows that these guys know what goes into a good party. The Dutch label and collective are local heroes and they're becoming a worldwide movement with their well co-ordinated raves and prime musical curation. For the second of their ADE parties they've invited techno badasses Ben Klock and Marcel Dettmann, two DJs who don't need an introduction. Saying that we're really pumped for Ryan Elliott back-to-back Makam, which will be three hours of absolute pace. Make way for the chunk.
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What: Smallville x Odd Fantastic
Where: Canvas, 7th floor, Wibautstraat 150; 1091 Watergraafsmeer; Amsterdam;
Who's Playing: Smallpeople, The Black Madonna, Dorisburg, Moomin
What's Special: Oh Smallville, we love you so. With an arsenal of dreamscape house music and tunes so serene they have the power to send you to the clouds, this party at Canvas is a must. The Black Madonna will be throwing down an array of vinyl wonders alongside the Hamburg collective that specialise in only the finest happiness-inducing cuts. Small capacity, big line-up. Get down to this one EARLY and thank us later.
Saturday
What: Circoloco
Where: Mediahaven - Minervahaven, Moermanskkade 107, 1013 BC Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Seth Troxler, Apollonia, Martinez Brothers, Kerri Chandler, Black Coffee & more
What's Special: After another colossal season at DC-10 in Ibiza, the Circoloco crew will descend on Amsterdam to show the Dutch how they get down. The line-up is actually a complete joke. There's isn't really any notable name in house and techno that's been left out. It's pretty remarkable. It's always a sure-fire good time with this crew so let the likes of Troxler, Chandler and the Martinez Brothers take you to your happy place.
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What: Dockyard Festival
Where: Kinetisch Noord, Tt. Neveritaweg 15; 1033 Amsterdam-Noord; Amsterdam;
Who's Playing: Paco Osuna, Paul Ritch, Monika Kruise, DJ Rush, The Advent, Raresh, Rhadoo, Praslea
What's Special: As if the fact Amsterdam is turned into the world's biggest clubbing festival for a week isn't big enough, there's another festival within the festival: Festival Inception. Dockyard takes over all of Saturday and boasts one hell of a line-up in one of the nicest spots in the city. You've got your slamming techno from DJ Rush, The Advent and Paul Ritch and then there's an entire stage for the RPR crew. Those Romanian hotshots will be soothing any hangovers you've got by this point so head to that stage for the best tunes of the day.
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What: Rush Hour x L.I.E.S x Banlieue
Where: RADION Amsterdam, Louwesweg 1 ,1066 EA Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Ron Trent, Antal, I-F, Florian Kupfer, Hunee
What's Special: The hometown heroes and local legends have curated one of the best line-ups of the festival and if you know your music, then the Rush Hour party needs to be on your list. They've teamed up with the equally stellar L.I.E.S and Banlieue imprints for a party at Radion that ticks all the boxes. Ron Trent, Antal, Hunee and the absolute legend I-F will all be there, as will exciting newcomer Florian Kupfer. Get on this.
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What: Warp x Lucky Me
Where: Paradiso, Weteringschans 6; 1017 Binnenstad; Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Squarepusher, Evian Christ, Darkstar, Bambounou, Eclair Fifi
What's Special: At the end of last year we travelled to Amsterdam for the Bromance party at Paradiso. Naturally it was an epic rave with huge tunes but what really struck us was just how good the venue was. Picture a church-like space with towering ceilings, majestic chandeliers and a maze-like complex underneath. It's a sight to behold and that coupled with the mind-bending Squarepusher and Evian Christ, it's gonna be a mind-fuck of epic proportions. Warp and Lucky Me always do the business, this night will be no different.
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What: W Amsterdam Presents Mix Sessions
Where: W Amsterdam, Spuistraat 175, 1012 VN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Who's Playing: Miss Kittin, Kabale und Liebe b2b Lauhaus, Funster
What's Special: The newly-opened W Amsterdam hasn't spared any expense for their grand reveal. All week they've got some massive artists playing like Claptone and Detroit Swindle but for the Saturday night party we've teamed up to bring you another stream. We'll be recording the incredible Miss Kittin while sets from Kabale und Liebe and Lauhaus and our boy Funster should warm you up nicely. What's more, it's free! Hold tight.
Sunday
What: Let 5 Year Anniversary
Where: Closure, Rozengracht 133 1016 LV Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Steffi b2b Martyn, Mike Servito, Molly, Deniro
What's Special: It's Sunday, naturally you're a bit tired but one last push and you've conquered ADE. The final day of the festival is always full of surprises and Closure looks set to be a banger. Three hours of Steffi back-to-back Martyn will be pretty impressive and after Deniro dropped the sublime 'Organeized' on Nina Kraviz's new label, he's sure to bring the techno pace down the home straight.
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What: Myhouse x Our Society
Where: RADION Amsterdam, Louwesweg 1 ,1066 EA Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Moodymann, Young Marco, Marcel Vogel b2b Mr Mendel
What's Special: If you're after a slice of house, disco and soul to end your weekend then look no further than the Myhouse x Our Society event. Young Marco is known for his choice cuts and Marcel Vogel back-to-back Mr Mendel will be another great combination to add to your back-to-back must-see list. It's all about that headliner, though. The daddy, the don Moodymann looks set to dazzle and entertain in equal measures. Whadddup doeeee.
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What: Secretsundaze
Where: Chicago Social Club, Leidseplein 12, Korte Leidsedwarsstraat; 1017 Amsterdam
Who's Playing: Trus'me, Patrice Scott, Mr Tophat & Art Alfie
What's Special: Wherever Giles Smith and James Priestley take their Secretsundaze party, it's always a knockout. Held in the majestic Chicago Social Club, artists including Trus'me, Patrice Scott and Mr Tophat & Art Alfie are SS regulars and know what they have to do to close things off properly. Expect vinyl slammers and a touch of class at this one.
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What: Awakenings ADE
Where: Gashouder, Haarlemmerweg 8-10; 1014 Westerpark; Amsterdam;
Who's Playing: Nina Kraviz, Rodhad, Speedy J, Len Faki, Blawan
What's Special: The final party on our list may well be the most epic of them all. Every year Awakenings Festival takes place at the eye-poppingly big Gashouder and if you want to dance in a setting that makes you go "fuck me" for the duration then this is your spot. Techno Sundays have never looked so appealing, with Nina Kraviz, Speedy J and Len Faki amongst the fire-bringers tasked with getting that last ounce of energy out of you. Heavy.
