On Sep 18 Von Dutch Loves welcomes DJs Rossi, Halfpint and Delilah for first ever London Fashion Week Takeover
Von Dutch Loves, the bold new label from the iconic Von Dutch brand, is coming to West London’s Gallery Club for a London Fashion Week takeover this month.
The event will display exclusive new Von Dutch and Von Dutch Loves pieces and feature a giveaway of Von Dutch Loves Trucker Caps and t-shirts for the first 100 partygoers through the door. The event will also feature limited edition, bespoke Von Dutch artworks created on-site by street artist Dondy who’s renowned for his bold murals and evocative portraits.
“We’re incredibly proud to bring Von Dutch Loves to London Fashion Week,” says Jack Sabbagh, CEO of Von Dutch. “The brand has distinctly counter-cultural roots, growing in stature thanks to its organic links to various musical subcultures. It’s great to be mixing it up with the fashion establishment at Fashion Week and combining our collection with some of our favourite names in electronic music, alongside artists from across the broader underground and alternative scenes.”
Featuring sets from London house-music favourite Rossi, rising talent Delilah, with her blend of soulful house and brooding bass, and fabric regular Half Pint. The event is a must-do for anyone who wants a slice of rave action during Fashion Week.
Von Dutch Loves is the latest sub-label from the iconic Von Dutch fashion house, known for its fearless designs and connection to music, nightlife and rule breaking creativity.
Launched earlier this year, Von Dutch Loves brings a subtle update to Von Dutch’s iconic apparel offering and has already collaborated with on-fire Brazilian DJ and producer Vintage Culture.
Ministry of Sound has teamed up with Peak, the game-changing new ‘Mood Drink’ brand that’s fuelling a new generation of artists, thinkers and makers, to create a one-of-a-kind party with two different experiences reflecting the two different drinks, Hype and Calm. Together, they are blending music, art, nightlife, wellness and innovation to showcase some of London’s most exciting cultural elements, bringing them under one roof in a truly multi-faceted collaboration.
Following Ministry adding a fresh no/lo option by putting Peak Hype and Calm behind all four bars and in the Green Room, the event series collaboration launches with a free and immersive “Choose Your Mood” Courtyard Party during Freshers’ Week on Thursday 18 September. The unique experience brings together a fresh lineup of DJs, food, fashion, and art to celebrate individuality, mood expression and creativity.
Says Joe (Head of Marketing) at Ministry of Sound, “Ministry has always been about pushing culture forward and creating spaces where music, creativity and community collide. Partnering with Peak allows us to explore that in fresh ways, bringing music, creativity and individuality together under one roof. We were particularly drawn to Peak due to its positioning as a “Mood Drink” – with the two signatures ‘Hype’ and ‘Calm’. This launch party will explore both of these and is just the start of what promises to be a really exciting journey…There’s plenty more to come.”
Set across two rooms at Ministry of Sound, the event is designed to reflect Peak’s two signature drinks: Hype and Calm. Far from your average energy drink, Peak is a “Mood Drink” designed to support and heighten your state of mind and wellbeing. Whether you’re in the studio, the gym or getting ready for a night out, Peak lets you choose your mood with Hype for dopamine-driven focus and lift, and Calm for serotonin chill and clarity. Both function as stand-alone drinks or as the base for the perfect cocktail and are backed by real science.
Says Louie from Peak, “We created Peak to give people a choice in how they feel – whether you want to dial up with Hype or dial down with Calm. It’s for people who want to have fun and party without sacrificing their health, a drink that fits the studio, the gym or a night out. Teaming up with Ministry lets us bring that idea to life in a way people can actually experience.”
Hype in the Courtyard is for Peak party vibes hosted by Play Piem, who bring their full sound system and since launching in 2022 have been a driving force in the new era of Black British nightlife known for platforming exciting new talent in Paris, London and NYC. Adding extra levels and vibes in the Courtyard will be Wingstop who will serve up their legendary chicken wings free of charge, exclusive tattoos by The London Social and custom grillz by Loud Mouth. The first 100 attendees will also receive a free glass of Champeak plus more exclusive giveaways throughout the night.
Calm in The Box, meanwhile, is a bold and never done before transformation of a world renowned club environment into a cosy and intimate candle-lit listening space. This unique listening experience is for introspection and laid-back grooves from Better Listening, which was created by David, co-founder of No Signal And Recess, and has an obsession for high quality and focused listening sessions in soulful spaces. Special guests Channel One will be putting the legendary 6-point Martin Audio sound system through its paces with a fine curation of seriously heavyweight roots and rare dubs. Add in luxury candles by Cent and visuals by Kino Studios and you have a seductive sensory experience like no other.
The Ministry of Sound × Peak partnership continues with a string of creative moments through Autumn 2025 including a Peckham Cornershop takeover and VIP Takeover at the Mak 10 Show at Ministry of Sound.
Names like Blazy, Blastoyz, Ghost Rider and Reality Test are set to light up the Magical Forest on Koh Phangan from now until December
As Europe heads into winter and the festival calendar quiets down, Thailand’s iconic Halfmoon Festival is heating up and offering the perfect way to escape it all. From now through December 2025, Koh Phangan’s open-air jungle celebration will host a fresh run of bi-weekly shows featuring major international talent including WHITENO1SE, Blazy, Querox Berg, Ghost Rider, Blastoyz, Silver Panda, Mr.Black, Blanka, Ranji, Tezla, Reality Test, IRA, Tali Muss, Don’t Blink, Dirty Andy and Javier Gonzalez.
As the northern hemisphere heads into cold, grey months, Halfmoon offers the perfect alternative with sunshine, sea views, incredible music and a global community of like-minded travellers. Over more than two decades, Halfmoon Festival has been a bucket list getaway bridging international electronic culture with local artistry, spectacular visual performance and soul-stirring and spiritual celebration. For content creators, travel influencers, music lovers and thrill-seekers alike, this is the ultimate winter destination.
With its unique two-day format and famously high definition and super sized production, all in idyllic island setting, Halfmoon Festival has long offered one of the most transportive dance music experiences in the world. From beach bliss to forest rave, each edition kicks off at the stunning Harmony Beach Club where you ease in with beachside beats, fire dancers and exotic performers, making for plenty of daytime fun. There are pool parties, games and endless tropical cocktails to enjoy as the sun sets over the Gulf of Thailand and leads into day two.
The second night then transforms the Magical Forest into a surreal nighttime playground. Surrounded by palms and jungle canopy, three custom-built stages – The Prime Stage, G Floor, and The Cave – are all curated with their own soundtrack and host everything from melodic techno and psychedelic trance to house, indie, hip-hop and experimental live sets. Fire shows, LED visuals and vivid production make this a vibrant, sensory stimulating rave like no other.
With over 2,000 accommodation options on the island ranging from beachside bungalows to luxury resorts, Koh Phangan offers easy access to wellness retreats, waterfalls, hiking, local markets and the festival itself. Daily ferries from Koh Samui and a growing number of direct flights into Surat Thani and Samui Airport mean it’s never been easier to escape to paradise.
Germany’s Blacklist Festival cements its place as the premier bass event of the year, unveiling the full lineup for its highly anticipated return to Turbinenhalle in Oberhausen on October 11, 2025. Following an already explosive phase one reveal, the final additions bring even more global firepower across dubstep, trap, drum and bass, bass house and beyond. In all, over 50 acts will serve up 12 hours of music across four high-production stages for 7,000 bass fans from across the world. It’s an unmissable day of immersive production, heavyweight sets and unmatched atmosphere in an industrial temple of sound.
Newly announced highlights include Whales bringing his melodic-meets-heavy bass sound to the Blacklist stage, Bou B2B Hedex, who are two of the most in-demand DnB producers and team up for an explosive b2b, while high-octane energy comes from Australian / New Zealand drum & bass duo Flowidus, marking their only announced European date of the year so far.
Elsewhere, multi-genre maverick Holy Goof promises his signature bassline and UKG hybrid sounds, Koven is a cinematic UK powerhouse known for electric live sets that collide trap, bass, house and drum & bass, and Mozey, Used and Murdock represent the cutting edge of the drum & bass underground.
There will also be a special floor takeover by ultimate rave practitioners VISSA featuring a genre-blurring mix of talent and collectives including Autodrive, Hammerhead, Explorers of the Internet, EH!DE, Terminite, Gladde Palling, Different Heaven, Dubtendo and STVG.
These names join a stacked lineup that already features Black Tiger Sex Machine, Sullivan King, DJ Snake presents: The Outlaw, Habstrakt, Code: Pandorum, Reaper, Modestep (Classics Set) and many more.
Known for championing both mainstage heavy-hitters and forward-thinking underground artists, Blacklist has grown into a cultural movement for the European bass community. Each year it transforms Turbinenhalle into a true bass haven with smart curation and mind-bending lights and visuals on a scale that cannot be experienced anywhere else.
Tickets are now available, starting from 45€, with VIP options also on offer. For the full lineup, travel info, and more visit https://blacklist-festival.com
Events including Meduza, Above & Beyond, Unreal WKND, elrow, Nibirii w. Oguz, Kevin de Fries, Kölsch, Blacklist Festival and more
Germany’s world-renowned Bootshaus is gearing up for a typically fiery Autumn/Winter season packed with genre-defying sounds and boundary-pushing lineups. Across multiple sounds and scenes from melodic house to techno, hardstyle, bass, dubstep and more, Bootshaus continues its legacy of delivering unmatched and uncompromising energy and cutting-edge artists in an industrial-chic setting.
Since its rebirth in 2005 after originally being founded in 1991 as Warehouse, Bootshaus has become celebrated not just as a nightclub, but as an electronic music institution. There are no VIPs, no bottle service, no posers and no nonsense but affordable tickets and a powerhouse roster of in-house brands like Loonyland, Blacklist, Unreal, and Nibirii.
The venue consistently delivers immersive experiences that blur the lines between club night and theatrical production, all housed in a converted shipyard warehouse with three distinct spaces: the cavernous main room, the gritty BLCKBX and the intimate Dreherei, each outfitted with state-of-the-art sound systems from Funktion-One to Seeburg Audio and spectacular visual effects, including strobes, lasers, flamethrowers and more.
Highlights of the new season include 19 September with chart topping Italian house outfit Meduza and 26 and 27 September when Unreal WKND offers two back-to-back nights of relentless hard techno.
Into October, Marten Lou (112) x Solar offer more crossover dance sounds, two genre legends Hakke & Paul Elstak invite you to dive deep into high-impact hardstyle. On the 17th of October, Hardstyle returns with Hardbrake’s high-voltage rhythms to rev up your weekend, the 18th is Nibirii featuring Oguz for a dark, atmospheric hard techno showcase featuring one of the most intriguing names in the scene.
14th November is Chrome, a night inspired by the raw, unfiltered energy of Berghain-style techno, 15th is Wonderful Days, a throwback event revisiting acts and anthems for retro lovers.
On 5th December, global legends Above & Beyond mark a spectacular shift to melodic, euphoric techno and on 12th December, Elrow brings a crazy, immersive and colourful carnival to town then on 13th Kevin de Vries and Kölsch serve up emotive house and tech-house magic.
Bootshaus’s fearless approach has earned it unparalleled acclaim and it continues to rank among the world’s top clubs
Events List
19.09 Meduza 26.09 Unreal WKND
27.09 Unreal WKND 02.10 Marten Lou (112) x (Solar)
04.10 Tchami b2b AC Slater
10.10 Hakke & Paul Elstak
11.10 Blacklist Festival 17.10 Hardbrake
18.10.Nibirii w. Oguz 14.11 Chrome 15.11 Wonderful Days 05.12 Above & Beyond 12.12 Elrow 13.12 Kevin de Vries / Kölsch
This September sees the launch of 77; a new nightlife and event space hidden beneath the streets of Central London. Purpose-built for sound, design and experience, the 550-capacity space brings together world-class music, advanced technology and attentive hospitality in an intimate setting. The venue officially opens to the public on Friday, 26 September.
77 is designed to make music an experience you feel as much as hear. Its L-Acoustics sound system complete with KS21 subs delivers warmth and clarity throughout the room, while a high-spec visual set-up, including Robe lighting, lasers, CO2 jets, strobes and LED screens, creates a fully immersive environment. A split-level layout features an upper mezzanine with VIP tables spread across both floors, each with direct views of the floor and full-service hospitality.
Eniz Hilmi, Director of Music, says: “We’ve designed 77 to deliver the same world class production experience you’d expect from a huge venue, whilst ensuring the connection between the artist and the audience is at the forefront. Our focus is on creating a one-of-a-kind experience where both DJs and live acts can truly connect with the crowd. We’re also encouraging artists to play extended sets, and in some cases, even all night long, something DJs rarely get the chance to do in London, giving artists freedom to tell a full story with their music, while fans get to experience them in a way they can’t anywhere else in the city.”
The venue is fully soundproofed and acoustically treated, making it an adaptable setting for club nights, album launches, fashion events and brand activations. Every detail, from the modular design to the service style, has been shaped to heighten connection between artists and audiences.
Behind 77 is a team of industry leaders: Jonathan Wade, nightlife veteran and former Tao Group executive; Eniz Hilmi, tastemaker and programmer with credits across Rinse FM, Mas Tiempo and a host of major UK festivals; and Sebastian Banovic, hospitality operator with experience across some of London’s most iconic venues including KOKO, The Roof Gardens and Tramp. Together, they’ve turned an idea into a cultural movement, creating a space where music, people and culture stand together on equal footing.
For more information and to be the first to hear about artist announcements head to; 77london.com and follow 77 here @seventyseven77ldn
DHB Portugal is back and bigger than ever. From September 19th – 21st, 2025, the iconic beachside venue Irmão, Costa da Caparica, will once again host an unforgettable weekend celebration of music, community, and art.
Now in its third edition, DHB Portugal has become a must-attend gathering for music lovers from around the world. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, the festival offers more than just music; it’s an immersive journey of sound, dance, and connection.
Attendees can look forward to a carefully curated lineup featuring some of the most exciting names in electronic music including Francis Mercier, Dennis Cruz, Jamie Jones, Adam Ten, Ahmed Spins, Alex Wann, Rossi. and Ben Sterling to name just a few.
Alongside the music, the 2025 edition will feature a large-scale production with live performers, creative stage design, brand activations, pop-up shops, makeup artists, and more, transforming the beach into a vibrant playground of culture and expression.
From deep grooves, creating the perfect soundtrack by the sea, to a unique community that has come to define the DHB experience, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable closing to the summer season.
“This isn’t just an event; it’s a gathering of over 40 different nationalities” said the organisers of DHB Portugal, “Every year, we aim to create a space where people can connect, dance, and share moments they’ll never forget”.
Tickets for DHB Portugal 2025 are on sale now, with additional details to be announced soon. For more information and announcements, visit www.deephousebible.com
Before an unforgettable year comes to a close, Pacha Ibiza will host a New Year’s Eve celebration like no other with the legendary Music On making an unmissable return for one night only. On Tuesday 31 December, house and techno powerhouse Marco Carola leads an irresistible lineup featuring a back-to-back set from Nic Fanciulli and Franky Rizardo, plus UK trailblazers Mason Collective for what will be a world-class night of music.
This exclusive NYE edition follows another unforgettable summer residency where Music On cemented its place as the island’s definitive house and techno experience. From May through October, Carola and an expertly curated roster of global talent turned Friday nights at Pacha Ibiza into a ritual for dedicated electronic music lovers. Now, Music On returns to close out the year in signature style with its deep grooves and cutting-edge sounds all night long.
Italian legend Marco Carola will once again guide the dancefloor with his distinctive brand of rolling tech house. Joining him is a special back-to-back from two titans of modern house: Nic Fanciulli, the Grammy-nominated UK tastemaker known for his fresh selections, and Franky Rizardo, whose groove-driven style and dancefloor instinct have earned him a loyal global following. Rounding out the night are the red-hot Mason Collective, Manchester’s genre-blurring trio bringing big energy and bold, bass-heavy beats.
Expect a night of pure rhythm, elevated production and a dancefloor full of global party people ready to usher in 2026 in unique Pacha Ibiza fashion.
Mysteryland concluded its final edition in its current iconic form last night with a breathtaking, fully integrated grand finale featuring 800 drones. Next year, the festival will take a creative break, returning in 2027 with a brand-new concept. This year, Mysteryland welcomed 100,000 visitors from 81 countries. The redesigned mainstage was the largest to date, built in the shape of an arena where guests danced on and around the dancefloor across four levels. Tens of thousands gathered around the iconic pyramid, forming a pulsating sea of collective energy.
This year’s final show was more immersive and expansive than ever before: 800 drones, fireworks, lasers, video, lights, and sound were choreographed into a 15-minute spectacle where every element seamlessly merged into one another. The sky above the pyramid transformed into a living canvas, as the crowd was enveloped in 360 degrees of fireworks and visual effects. New this year was the narrative character of the end show, centered around themes of love and connection. The result was a total spectacle – unprecedented in scale – that once again pushed the boundaries of festival production. The show was developed in collaboration with partner AB InBev / BUD.
Sander Vermeulen, Creative Director of Mysteryland:
“We wanted to close this chapter of Mysteryland with a finale bigger than ever before: a show centered around love and connection. What we’ve created here with Mysteryland is about complete integration. Drones, lasers, video, fireworks, and sound all speak to one another, forming a single visual and musical story. It’s no longer just about the technology; it’s about what happens when everything truly comes together.”
As always, this edition featured some of today’s biggest names alongside legendary acts. From Hardwell and Marlon Hoffstadt to trance icons Paul van Dyk and Eric Prydz, from FISHER to techno artists like Indira Paganotto, Adriatique, SNTS, Patrick Mason, and rising talent Benwal. The Dutch urban scene was also strongly represented, with fan favorites like Ronnie Flex and Broederliefde. New hosts this year included the beloved Bloemendaal beach club Woodstock ‘69, Radio De Koperen Hond, Indira Paganotto’s ARTCORE, and Amsterdam’s iconic nightclub Shelter. Longtime collaborators such as Vunzige Deuntjes, JOY, Trance Energy, Paardenrave, and Nachtcollege also returned.
Mysteryland 2025 marked the final edition in its current iconic form. After a creative break in 2026, the organization will return in 2027 with a renewed concept – once again redefining the boundaries of music, creativity, and experience. Visitors can now pre-register via Mysteryland. The full end show will be available soon on Mysteryland’s YouTube channel. See first snippets here
End of the Road festival this year was one for the ages.
This year, End of the Road offered exceptional headline performances over the four nights, with many stand-outs destined to be remembered for a long time.
From the remarkable Sharon Van Etten on Thursday night with her first headline performance to Father John Misty closing the show on Sunday night with his eccentric style, there were many truly outstanding moments this year.
Thursday was previously a day for pitching tents and exploring the enchanting Effing Forest, but End of the Road now has a full four day programme at Larmer Tree Gardens.
We began our weekend in The Folly, watching La Sécurité, a French-Canadian dance-punk outfit. It was impossible to stand still to the melodic hooks during their energetic set.
Over at the beautiful Woods Stage, Trevor Powers, better known as Youth Lagoon played a charming set. In advance of attending this year’s EOTR, we had explored many of the artists on Spotify playlists and this was one which particularly stood out.
The beauty of End of the Road festival is discovering exciting music for the first time and falling in love with new artists – and we weren’t disappointed this year.
Incorporating snippets of old home videos into the songs, Youth Lagoon was truly one of the highlights of the weekend.
It was hard to believe Sharon Van Etten and The Attachment Theory have not topped the bill at a festival before, but this will certainly not be the last time we see the collective headline after this stunning performance on Thursday night.
While the group aesthetic sounds different than much of her solo material, performed live it is satisfyingly haunting and visceral. Not since St Vincent has EOTR seen such a strong female front the main stage.
Friday sees the impressive Florist take to the Garden stage – another great discovery for us prior to the festival. With a new band line up, they are a gentle start to the day with their finger-picking folk and psychedelic pop – it’s incredible how much beautiful music there is out there to be heard.
Later, Bombino plays a delightful set, having travelled across from Geneva the previous day and only arriving at the festival with a couple of hours to spare before his set.
It’s always a delight to hear world music at the festival, intertwined with the DJs and indie-guitar rock. Described as the ‘world’s best guitarist’ by Noisey, we could hardly disagree when he plays licks even the late great Prince may have been proud to perform.
We head over to The Boat to catch Jackie O Mother-f*cker but can’t get anywhere near the smaller stage, as it seems to be afloat on a bed of mud.
Talking of world music, returning to the festival this year are GOAT, who must be seen to be believed. Dressed in masks and outlandish costumes, all of the band remain shrouded in mystery. It’s claimed they are just one of many incarnations over the last 30 years of a group from a small, voodoo-worshiping northern town named ‘Korpilombolo‘. Personally, we’ve heard they originate from Gothenburg in Sweden, so possibly, voodoo gives way to Volvo saloons when they’re not performing.
Caribou also return to the festival, this year on the main stage as Friday night headliners. It’s a joyous uplifting set from start to finish. Their live performance of ‘SUN’ does little to change the damp weather, but they try their best to part the clouds.
Saturday begins with a treacherous trip down to the Talking Heads stage to hear Adam Buxton (aka Dr Buckles) record an episode of his popular podcast. The festival has luckily had 8 years of fine weather, but the gods seem to have turned on this festival on the Saturday. Luckily it didn’t dampen spirits or good humour.
Indie royalty Kristin Hersh followed for an Uncut Q&A interview, prior to her set with Throwing Muses later. She is one of the most influential figures on the scene and talked about how she discovered Pixies, who headlined EOTR a couple of years prior. She also reminisced about lost friends including the incredible Vic Chesnutt, and another collaborator, Michael Stipe.
Kristin did not disappoint later in the day when she played the majority of songs from the new Throwing Muses album ‘Moonlight Concessions‘.
As with all great festivals, there was an almighty clash on Saturday night (…well ok Friday night also between Caribou and The National frontman Matt Berninger.)
We opted for Self Esteem on the main Woods stage, although it was tough to leave behind Viagra Boys on The Garden Stage.
Singer Rebecca Lucy Taylor presented a unique theatrical performance of her album ‘A Complicated Woman‘. initially dressed in nun’s outfit, (think The Handmaid’s Tale), she switched into a more provocative sports outfit, for her song ‘69‘, while calling out other favoured sexual positions. It was another incredibly powerful performance and although more choreographed and mainstream than your usual EOTR set, it was an emotional and inspired booking.
While it was a difficult decision to miss those Viagra Boys, Self Esteem offered us enough stimulants.
Sunday was possibly the most eclectic day and a true reflection of the magic and variety on offer at End of the Road.
It began with comedy from the unmistakeable Stewart Lee. There was quirky, if slightly irksome folk from Shovel Dance Collective, followed by incredible soulful Malian music from Vieux Farka Toure (son of legendary Ali Farka Toure) – one of the most acclaimed international musicians.
Blawan was another highlight, offering some good techno beats for the hardcore few who had any energy left to dance, while Squid celebrated singer Ollie Judge’s birthday, by beginning their set with the menacing ‘Crispy Skin‘, howling ‘Am I The Bad One, Yes, Yes I Am.’
In true crooner style and a fitting end to our festival season, Father John Misty came onstage with a red curtain backdrop. With passion, fire, and strength in his voice, Josh Tillman played his set as though it was a charismatic sermon, prowling the stage in his own inimitable style.
It was a fitting end to another incredible weekend for End of the Road at Larmer Tree Gardens.
Next year, the festival celebrates its 20 year anniversary. It will surely be another magical mix of musical discoveries…so don’t miss out on early-bird tickets when they go on sale shortly.
