In 1989, I was 6. I heard of Rap and Hip Hop, but obviously the songs that appeared in the Dutch top 40 charts. The more obscure and rougher anthems did not appear on the charts. Pop music dominated everything in the 80s, and truth be told: as a kid you never listen to the lyrics, so I wouldn't have a clue what they were singing about. Only when I grew older did I understand the importance of Rap and Hip Hop. And of course how cool it is, as a genre. In 1989, the world of Hip

Monday has come and gone. What a horrendous day at work. So much to do, in so little time. And it being cold and miserable outside, that doesn't help either. I needed something to boost my spirit up, and I do believe I found the right mix for this boring and yet very eventful Monday. One I've been notified about, and I've been playing over and over. Another mix by bbtomie, and this time it is focussed on the producer we all know, Pulser. I don't know much about Pulser, I had

If you are new to this page, you might not know that I'm a die hard Hardcore fanatic, since 1993. 32 years of Hardcore, that's a long time. But it is never too long if you truly believe and love the scene. And of course, you have to love the music, which I truly do. I cannot get enough of Hardcore. And have I got a nice mix for you all to listen to: a mix focussed on the early side of Hardcore. Not the really early stuff, the early 90s, but close enough. And also a brand span

Doomcore, Darkcore. Two names I've not heard in a while. I thought it was always just embraced under the Hardcore umbrella, but they certainly are different. I remember a time when artists such as Simon Underground, Miro, Marc Acardipane, and more would release songs that were slightly darker, gloomier, and rougher around the edges. And I freaking loved it. I remember listening to Simon Underground's set at Thunderdome a million times, and Miro's ''Heroes Of Hardcore'' mix, o

I wasn't aware there is such a thing as the Trance mancave. I've heard of the term 'mancave', but I always thought it was a place men recede to, when they want to be left alone. But it seems that there's an actual Trance mancave, and I'm curious now. What would you find in there, besides massive speakers, stroboscopes, other lightning equipment, and some glowsticks? Anyone got any idea what it is you might find in such a cave? Would be interesting to visit one. At least we kn

I will not accept it. I cannot believe nor do I want to believe that 2005, which was a great year for not just UK Hardcore music, has been 20 years ago. Where the frick has the time gone? Why is time moving so damn fast? 2005 feels like yesterday, but it certainly isn't. 20 years ago. I cannot believe it. That's just insane, and also very disturbing. 20 years went by in a blink of a eye. Before you know it, we look back at 2005 in 2045. My God, I'm getting old too darn quick.

I have to start this review by stating that I've owned quite a lot of things Tiesto released during the late 90s and early 2000nd, but never actually bought/owned a Magik CD. I've heard of them and seen them in my local record store, but I never had the courage to purchase them. I seriously couldn't tell you why. Maybe because I bought lots of other CDs (not just Tiesto albums), and I thought that would suffice. I was wrong, oh so wrong. I know Tiesto won't read this blog, bu

Last Thursday I spotted a short video, in which a song was played. Not 100% sure where the video was taken, I quickly Shazam-ed the song,...

100 Kilo Maarten. Don't know where I encountered him first. I'm guessing it was on a Thunderdome CD. I think it was the first Thunderdome...

Sunday evening, and I'm feeling a bit lost. Not physically, I know exactly where I am. And if needs must, I've got my trusted friend...

Storm Amy is currently creating a bit of chaos in the UK, and I'm guessing also in the Netherlands. She is certainly unleashing hell...

Let's address the elephant in the room. The elephant being: I've never owned this CD. I've seen this in my local CD store (Van Leest and...

Qlubtempo. I do recognise the name and its legacy, but I've never been to an event. It was mainly held at the Hemkade in Zaandam, which...

Saturday afternoon. It supposed to be raining and be windy today, but it turns out, it was actually a very pleasant day. Did some lovely...

The last couple of days have been a bit weird. Back to work after a lovely holiday, and yet I had to have the car service, and on...

Where are thou, Cyrax? That's a brilliant question to ask. What has happened to Cyrax? Who has seen Cyrax? It's been a long time since...

We are back! After a short break, and a lovely few days in Malta, we are now back. And we are going to present to you more and more...

Two mixes done already, third one on its way. This time it's a House mix by Dare Erickson. The previous two mixes I reviewed were more...

When was this picture taken? Must have been around the late 90s, early 00s, right? He looks so young, and probably unbeknownst to him,...

Borderlands. Wasn't that the name of the film which flopped, which was based on a game? The game itself is great, but the film was...

It is Friday. What a glorious day it is. It was cold and drizzly this morning, but the sun has come out again. And the worst thing is?...

It is weird to think that yours truly, the trustworthy TCD, is a fanatic of all kinds of harder music, including Terror and Speedcore....

In 2023 I discovered this Soundcloud channel, which is called Sound Abuse, and their Industrial Summer BBQ Chill Mix was a hit. It...

It is Tuesday, and the week is going by slowly. It's not quick, it's too damn slow. It doesn't help my mood, so I need something hard,...