Let's go back in time, back to the old skool. And let's not pretend you do not like the old skool music, as everyone does. There's not a single human being on Earth who does not like the early stuff. We all crave for it on a daily basis, and today's no exception. And today I will share with you a mix I came across on Soundcloud, by accident. It's been on my list for a few days, to give it a listen, and today is the day I'm checking out DJ Butty & Recca's mix. And as expected,

I am fully aware of which day of the week it is, and it is certainly not Sunday. I hope that doesn't defeat the purpose of this review, nor when you can listen to the mix by Baggie. It is Monday, a new week has started, and I'm already looking forward to the upcoming weekend. Still a few days ahead of us, and maybe to get us ready for the Sunday coming, and whatever you've got planned for that day, this mix might be the right one for you. I would not normally say this, but br

The weekend has arrived, and even though it was nice and sunny during the week, it is now bleak and dreary. The Sun has disappeared, and it's grey. overcast, and raining. From 23 degrees Celsius to 5 degrees today, the weather has changed. So I'm not feeling very summer-ish nor do I feel the weather is contributing to this feeling. In fact, it is making it worst. Let's go straight to our trusted source of music (Soundcloud), and see if there's anything there that could lift o

Pengo Records, who remembers this label? A label I grew up with, but only lived a short life. Only active for 2 years, but within those 2 years, it certainly left a legacy behind. It was at the height of Happy Hardcore, and they released some of the biggest songs out of the 90s. You will know which ones I'm talking about when you look down at the tracklist. But it was certainly a very influential label, and I'm not sure why it seized to exist. It came and went. Maybe the peng

Happy Easter! Hope you have a good amount of Easter eggs today. A lot of food will be devoured today. Always an excuse to eat a lot, right? It's all about absorption, and let me give you something to absorb. A new mix series on Silvio Aquila's Soundcloud channel. If you haven't noticed yet, the title of the series is 'Lost & Found'. It is split into three mixes, all between 30 and 40 minutes long. Normally I would only review ONE mix, but today I am feeling generous, and I wi

Today is a very good day. Not only is it a national holiday, but it is also the day which is special to me and my wife. 17 years together, and still going strong. She made it even more special, by presenting me with tickets to see Tiësto in London in July of this year. Which is super awesome and very wholesome, and I thank her for that. Not seen him for years, nay, decades. I remember seeing him at Innercity 2000, and then nothing. But yet, he's been an influential figure whe

I have to give credit to the artist who goes by the name 'Starving Insect'. I've been a raver since 1993 and a reviewer for at least 15 years, yet I've never encountered someone with such a distinctive name, and a rather unusual one. And one you might not associate with the rave scene. It is so unusual, but that makes it more interesting. I've not seen or heard the name before: only a couple of weeks ago did I see a video in which I saw both Starving Insect and Catscan's late

The weekend is now officially behind us, time to focus on yet another week. Another working week, in which we need something to keep us going. And today's mix is one I've found by accident, which has been on Soundcloud for 3 years, and has been hidden away from any plays. A four and a half hour long mix, by Trancefamilynorth (that's a mouth full!). If you want to have something to get you through today, just press play, and let this mix guide you. Unless you do not like Tranc

Vroeger Was Alles Beter. Things used to be better. That's certainly true. Not everything was better. Where would we be without the internet? Mobile phones? Satellite navigation? We would be lost, and satnavs do make journeys safer: no more huge map on your lap, trying to read it whilst driving. It certainly has its disadvantages, but when it comes to music, there are no disadvantages. It used to be better, that's oh so true. And I often reminisce, to the good old days. And I'

Another day at home, another day of finding a new Soundcloud channel we all should be embracing. This time, the channel is called Coldwired Podcast. Not heard or seen this channel before, but it was only yesterday I spotted a mix which was released 3 days ago. One that contains Trance from the 90s and 00s. And you cannot go wrong with that, can you? Unless you mess it up royally, but that doesn't happen that often. And I can confirm that it certainly isn't the case with this

What a lovely day today is. Double digits, when it comes to the temperature. Sun is out, house is tidy, and garden has been cut for the first time of the year. And the first few sneezes of the year due to the bloody pollen. Yep, today is a good day. And also the first day of the year in which shorts have come out of the wardrobe and and on right now. It's a great day, and let's keep it great that way. Let's put smiles on people's faces, and I think I've got the perfect mix f

Westfest. Who remembers Westfest 2007? Unfortunately, I didn't go. It has always been on my bucket list, but now I am too late. Not just because it's nearly 20 years ago, but Westfest's final event took place last year, and there won't be any anymore. I should have gone, and especially to the 2007 edition, as the line-up looked insane, and the CD packs have been devoured by yours truly. Thanks to a friend of mine who purchased them on my behalf. Where would I have been withou

Monday is always an unpleasant day: a new week has started, you need to find your mojo again, and tap into your work mode, which was hidden for 48 hours. You need to get back to reality again, and for 8+ hours, your boss requires you to carry out the work you have signed up to do. Which is all fine by me, but I need something to get me through today. Something with a lot of energy, and something that also reminds me of the 90s. I could listen to the many pop radio stations ou

It is Sunday. Time has flown by, and the weekend is slowly coming to an end. But let's end it with a bang. A mix which contains music from one of the most prolific labels in Hardcore history. Ruffex Records. Ever heard of it? I certainly have, and so has the majority of the gabbers in the 90s and early 00s. Ruffneck as an artist has had some amazing music, and I'm glad to have lived through the era in which he dominated everything, including the 'Artcore' scene! Ruffneck and

The image above, that's how it looked like this morning, looking out of my bedroom window. The sky looked amazing, and even though it was a bit nippy outside, currently the temperatures have gone up, and it actually feels extremely pleasant. The weather has changed, and so had my mood. And now, I am in the mood for some lovely Trance music. And obviously, my source for excellent Trance music, is Soundcloud. I think my stats from last year did show I was on it for most of the

Where did the weekend go? Christ on a bike, time does fly by, doesn't it? It is already Monday, and we are back to normal. A normal working week for all of us, and I was thoroughly enjoying the weekend. Maybe it's time to introduce a 5 day weekend, and a 2 day working week. That would be amazing! But that's not happening in this universe, maybe in one of the MCU multiverse worlds. But one can hope, and one can dream. And some even have a dream machine.... Well, not literally

Seeing these sets on YouTube from Thunderdome 2024 and 2025, it made me hungry for more DJ Promo. I am fully aware that he did his set with Catscan in 2025, but you know what I'm saying. DJ Promo is the best of the best, both when it comes to DJing and producing. And he's been one of my favourites for a few decades now. So to find his Thunderdome CD from 2016, which I've not seen or heard before, is always a very warm welcome on this Friday afternoon. How can I say no to a DJ

From a very lovely Trance mix to a very lovely Hardstyle mix. The weekend is looking good! Especially when it's an early Hardstyle mix. The mix was made by JUKKA, who I've not encountered before, but after checking the tracklist, which came in the cover image (as above), I knew I had something to look forward to. A mix with most of my favourite early Hardstyle classics. And its very compact: the mix is only 45 minutes long, but JUKKA takes you on a journey, back in time. I do

The weekend is about to land, but we still have a few hours ahead of us. As long as we stick together, we can get through it. I'm here to assist you through today, and how would I do that? Well, I might have found a perfect Friday mix for you all. Mixed by Sam Garlick, and it's a Trance mix. Need I say more? I probably have got more to say, but we should be focussing on this mix. And also the fact that it's Friday again. Where does the time go? It goes too damn quick. It has

Look at how long he looks! He looks very young, but truth be told, in 1997 he was 27/28. He looked much younger though, if I'm honest. But he was still a rookie in the scene, but not for long. He was slowly growing, and people started to notice his name and what he could do behind the decks. Not only a DJ but also a producer, and his biggest hits would still come later in life. But in 1997, he was already making waves, and according to the internet, this is the oldest Tiësto

The 1st of March is a special date to me. Especially in the year we live in, 2026. As it's been 10 years since I make the journey from my home country, the Netherlands, to live with my wife, in the United Kingdom. The journey itself wasn't long, and as I've been coming to the country since 2001/2002, I know my way around. But it is a symbolic journey, as I left my friends, family, and work behind. Everything I build from the ground up (which accumulates to nearly nothing), I

It is Monday, and it's going to be a very long day. Especially after I've been on the socials and have seen posts of people who have been to HTID - The Homecoming. Gutted I didn't get a ticket and rave my arse off, but seeing the responses online, it sounded like it was a great party. And one of the main acts at this event was the legendary DJ Scott Brown. And if I'm being honest, how can you have a UK Hardcore party and not have this mighty DJ perform? It wouldn't make any s

Saturday, the day of rest. And today is such a day. Not doing much, but the standard chores and Playstation time. And in the background some excellent music playing. Today's mix comes from the channel Legacy Trance on Soundcloud, and it's a 68 minute long mix, with some interesting Trance anthems. It was actually a guest mix for another channel called TAMMAC, which I've not heard of before, but I will give a follow today. Anything Trance related brings a smile on my face, and

Who remembers Dance Valley? I certainly do, even though I've never been to one. It was always on my list, but it never came to fruition. It remains a wish to this day, even though the line-up doesn't appeal to me anymore. Maybe the early years were more my cup of tea, especially the years surrounding the Millennium. What I did do, was buy all the Dance Valley albums over the years, and listen to the livesets, which were broadcasted on Dutch radio. And one set I've found only