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Afrojack Talks About ‘Anywhere With You’, What He Missed About DJing, Never Sleeps, Kapuchon & More!
Afrojack has little introduction needed at this point. In recent years Afrojack has been placed on the Forbes ‘30 Under 30’, while also being named one of the 50 Most Important People in EDM by Rolling Stone, his achievements are nothing short of breathtaking. Nowadays he is still focused on his music and continues to give everything he’s got, pushing music in bold new directions and at the same time, he is putting a lot of effort into his label Wall Recordings by giving up and coming artists a platform. With his new single being released, we had the pleasure of speaking with Afrojack.
Hey Afrojack, thanks for speaking with us! You just dropped your new single alongside Dubvision and Lucas & Steve, how happy are you with the finished product?
I’m very happy. I’m very happy. It’s not a song that I would regularly do, but it’s fun to do this with them, they’re great producers, of course, and then they have a very distinct sound so for me it’s a lot of fun to be on this song with them together.
It’s not the first time you’ve worked with Dubvision but it is the first you’ve worked with Lucas & Steve. How do you feel they added to the single compared to your previous collaborations with Dubvision?
I think Lucas and Steve really provide the life aspect, they have a very, very certain vision about their music. When we started to ask them to work on the song, they added like 100 stems. It was insane, guitars, backing vocals, millions, millions of things which not usually the way I work, I always believed like it should be as simple as possible but those guys are like more and more and more and more and more. So it was very interesting to hear so many things. And I do think a lot of the stuff that they did really added to the song.
You recently played this song live for the first time at UNTOLD. How was it to be =back in front of a live crowd?
It was amazing, it was unreal. It made me realize I’m really a DJ in my blood. Like I love producing, I love DJing but DJing is like in my blood, it’s like driving a car. I have to do it and hard and fast.
What did you miss the most about being on stage?
The people. Being with the people and being able to take them on a journey and in one point you can sort of gauge their expectation and bring a song that they did not expect that they like, being able to do this, like oh I’m about to play turn up the speakers now, they’re not gonna see it coming, they’re gonna love it. It’s like you have a conversation with someone and then then comes the punch line and they laugh and I did my job, I’m happy.
We last spoke in May just before your performance at the Eurovision song contest. How do you feel that performance went?
Honestly, I thought it went amazing and it was amazing to do and to participate in, to make the show. Now when I look back at it, It’s so big but at the same time for me as an artist, it wasn’t a huge priority for my career, like my priority for my career is DJing in front of people. So it was amazing to do this TV show and to make it, and it was fun, and I learned a lot and it was very cool. But like, yeah, it’s not like, now I can do this every day of my life. No, it’s like, go back to DJing, that’s what I do. So, it was amazing, it was fun. I’m happy to people liked it I saw a lot of very good comments on YouTube, and I’m very proud of that. It’s a fun vacation, but DJing is my day job, DJing is my life.
Back in May, you also said you were saving a lot of special tunes for the return of festivals, is ‘Anywhere With You’ the beginning of those?
I care very much for Dubvision and Lucas & Steve that this song becomes an international hit because it could really bump their situation but it’s more their sound than my sound, you know. So for me, it’s like, it’s a great song, I hope it works but what I’m excited about is preparing my set for EDC next month, and my set for Ultra Music Festival 2022 because that’s where the DJing aspect comes. This is my highest priority, it’s not the singles, it’s not the streams, it’s not the promotion, it’s not the TV, it’s really the dancefloor, that’s where my head is at right now.
Speaking of dancefloors, you recently launched the Never Sleeps project with Chico Rose. Tell me a little about why this project has begun.
I really wanted to make a project that was based for the dancefloor, so all the music does not care about, if it’s relevant, if the artist is relevant if the genre is relevant, the relevance is not necessarily, credibility does not matter, it’s just about the music. You go to the floor, and like the song or you don’t like the song, and I really noticed there was a need for that because everyone became so online success dependent so people started focusing on their likes on Instagram, so let’s just do music. And that’s what we tried to do with the Never Sleeps label.
You recently brought back to life your Kapuchon alias also. How did it feel to bring this old sound of yours back after so many years?
It’s amazing. Initially, Kapuchon was in the genres of house, tech house, techno, anything I felt like basically. but the great thing was that Kapuchon showed Afrojack fans, or just people in general, that I have a lot of affiliation, a lot of passion for this type of music. And then when I did the DJMag set a few weeks ago I played like 80%, 90% house music, and no one in the comments was saying why is Afrojack playing house music, it made sense. And for me, it is very important because I love this type of music and I don’t want people to get surprised if I’m playing this type of music, right like where’s the festival music, it’s a stream, relax and enjoy.
How important do you feel it is to branch out and try different styles as an artist?
Do what you feel. There will always be managers and labels pressuring you to add a certain level of success, which could force you to make weird sounds or weird step-outs. And I tried it, but I learned very well to always try, but also be honest with yourself if something is not your thing.
Thanks so much for taking the time to speak with us!
Thank you!
Check out the official music video for ‘Anywhere With You’ below.
EDM Festivals in September 2025 are guaranteed to keep the momentum rolling as summer transitions into fall.
From legendary brands making global moves to underground takeovers and bass-heavy spectacles, here’s your guide to the top EDM festivals you won’t want to miss this September.
Tomorrowland x Insomniac
Dates: Aug 29 – Oct 18 (majority of shows in September)
Location: Las Vegas, USA
Two titans of dance music, Tomorrowland and Insomniac, join forces inside Las Vegas’ cutting-edge Sphere for a once-in-a-lifetime set of shows. Expect immersive visuals, boundary-pushing production, and a lineup featuring DJ Snake, Alan Walker, Subtronics, and more. This historic collaboration sets a new benchmark for festival experiences.
Ultra Japan
Dates: September 13–14
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Ultra returns to Tokyo Odaiba Ultra Park with its signature brand of high-energy stages, global superstars, and local talent. The 2025 edition brings Hardwell, Martin Garrix, Calvin Harris, DJ Snake, and more alongside Asia’s rising EDM acts. With Japan’s passionate crowds and futuristic setting, Ultra Japan is always a standout.
Experts Only
Dates: September 20–21
Location: New York City, USA
With the record label going from strength to strength, John Sumit‘s Experts Only brand is now expanding with it’s very first festival. Taking place in the heart of NYC, the debut will see a headline performance from John Summit himself along with Kaskade b2b Cassian, Pete Tong, Green Velvet b2b Layton Giordani, and more.
Lost Lands
Dates: September 19-21
Location: Legend Valley, Ohio, USA
Excision’s bass music mecca is back, bringing the dinosaurs, the pyro, and enough sub-bass to shake the earth. Lost Lands 2025 promises the heaviest dubstep, riddim, and drum & bass lineups of the year with sets from Acraze, SVDDEN DEATH, Rezz, and of course, Excision himself. Expect massive production, late-night sound camps, and a community vibe like no other.
Together Festival
Dates: September 5–6
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
One of Southeast Asia’s biggest EDM gatherings, Together Festival takes over Bangkok with a mix of mainstage giants and regional talent. Past editions have hosted Martin Garrix, Zedd, and Marshmello, with 2025 inviting Afrojack, Paul Van Dyk, Sub Zero Project, Topic, and more.
PRIMER Music Festival
Dates: September 6–7
Location: Athens, Greece
Set against the backdrop of the historic Greek capital, PRIMER has quickly become a must-stop on the European circuit. Known for blending top-tier headliners with a Mediterranean vibe, this year’s edition welcomes Armin van Buuren, ARTBAT, Purple Disco Machine, and more.
Beonix
Dates: September 19–21
Location: Limassol, Cyprus
On the shores of the Mediterranean, Beonix brings a mix of house, techno, and progressive sounds to Cyprus. With stages designed around art and immersive visuals, the festival creates a sleek balance of music, design, and seaside relaxation. Artists like Armin van Buuren, Roger Sanchez, and Boris Brejcha are expected.
Caprices Festival
Dates: September 19-21
Location: Crans-Montana, Switzerland
Caprices is set high in the Swiss Alps with panoramic mountain views. This boutique festival draws house and techno purists for intimate sets from the scene’s best. Think Franky Rizardo, Loco Dice, and Cassy paired with breathtaking alpine backdrops.
Nocturnal Wonderland
Dates: September 13-14
Location: Southern California, USA
As North America’s longest-running rave, Nocturnal Wonderland continues to enchant with colorful art, glowing lights, and a diverse lineup across drum & bass, house, trance, and bass. Hosted by Insomniac, the festival mixes nostalgia with cutting-edge production for a true rave wonderland.
CRSSD Festival
Dates: September 27–28
Location: San Diego, USA
Held at San Diego’s Waterfront Park, CRSSD has become the West Coast’s premier house and techno festival. With its oceanfront skyline views, palm trees, and craft food and cocktails, the vibe is unmatched. The 2025 edition is set to feature Purple Disco Machine, John Summit, Jamie Jones b2b Adam Ten, and more.
From the futuristic Sphere in Vegas to the alpine peaks of Switzerland, September offers some of the most diverse EDM festivals of the year. Whether you’re chasing underground grooves, mainstage anthems, or bass-heavy madness, the month is stacked with choices around the globe.
Sporty-O is once again breaking down the barriers between genres with the release of his thumping new EP ‘Symphonic Resistance.’
His music has been going viral with it being featured in over half a million videos on TikTok and amassing over a billion views through those videos. After releasing the amazing ‘Blue Lights’ to tease what was to come, he’s now unveiled the full force of ‘Symphonic Resistance.’
The EP kicks off strong with Sporty-O injecting his mix of hip hop and EDM into possibly the world’s most powerful chant, the haka. The track has a very tribal feel from the chant and the fantastic percussion, topped off with some super heavy synths. ‘Bumble Bee’ keeps the powerful synths coming and takes on a style reminiscent of some classic DJ Snake which is always a welcome sound to hear. Kicking on into track 3, ‘You A B***h’, Sporty-O really lets loose with a drop that hits like a train thanks to his excellent use of dynamics. Rounding off the EP is ‘Blue Lights’ which offers a shift in energy with a slightly calmer feel that still pumps out tonnes of dancefloor energy.
Sporty-O’s past productions have wracked up plenty of accolades for him with his tracks getting support from the likes of Afrojack, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Hardwell, Nicky Romero, and many more. Also, his discography has ventured across several major labels including Virgin Music, Jungle Cakes, and Zone Records. All this success has earned him spots on some of the biggest stages in the world from Tomorrowland to Ultra Music Festival. It’s a repertoire that is truly mind-blowing and is one that is sure to continue expanding with the release of ‘Symphonic Resistance.’
Sporty-O said of the EP: “Symphonic Resistance is a musical celebration of melodies, harmonies and concepts that effortlessly & colourfully dance outside of the norm while encouraging the listener to embrace creative & artistic freedom in every aspect of life — because you only live once. Why live that life like everybody else!”
Sporty-O takes inspiration from all the right places on this EP with a sound similar to that of the legendary Jauz. However, the EP is no mere replica of others work as Sporty-O’s unique style shines through, and he continues to impress with his production skills.
You can follow Sporty-O on his socials below:
Airbeat One has grown vastly since its debut in 2002 and this year for its 22nd edition they pulled no punches.
250 DJs, over 225 hours of music, 200,000 visitors from over 50 countries, and countless unforgettable moments. The numbers only tell part of the story so here’s some of the many reasons you should be adding Airbeat One to your festival season for 2026.
The Stages
The amount of time and effort that goes into building stages is monumental and Airbeat One puts everything into creating jaw-dropping, vibrant, massive stages. The mainstage is a whopping 180 meters wide and 45 meters high. Changing its design every year according to the theme, the mainstage evolves from edition to edition. Words cannot describe the spectacle that is their mainstage, and it doesn’t stop there. Every stage boasts a unique style that catches your eye and boggles the mind from this years entrancing butterfly stage to the harder stage taking on the shape of a bulls head.
The Lineup
Afrojack, Maddix, Oliver Heldens, Steve Aoki, Vini Vici, Alok, Amelie Lens, Armin Van Buuren, Hardwell, Lucas & Steve, Timmy Trumpet, Dimitri Vegas, and Sebastian Ingrosso. All of these world-renowned artists took to the stage this year as part of the 250 DJ lineup. The pull that Airbeat One has for some of the best artists in the world is astonishing and makes for 3 days and 4 nights packed to the brim with talent. While it’s certainly a more techno and hardstyle centric festival, there’s still a diverse platter of genres to be heard to keep everyone entertained. In one visit you can tick off a whole lot of artists from your bucket list.
Pyro/lighting
Seeing pyro and fireworks at the end of the day at a festival is a lovely site. But what if there was more. A lot more. Airbeat One is full throttle all day with their visuals as even opening artists get pyro. Instead of fireworks only happening at the end of the day, they put on a show for hours with fireworks and pyro going off throughout DJ sets. This makes every set an astonishing spectacle that keeps on giving and giving. The flames go even further than just the stages though as on the arches over the walkways you’ll find more fire lighting your way to the next stage. For miles around you can see the sky being lit up by the array of lasers and other FX lights which are truly dazzling. Rounding off this years edition of Airbeat One there was an intense 15-minute firework show followed by Armin Van Buuren which is one hell of a way to end a festival.
The Themes
While a lot of festivals look fairly similar year on year, Airbeat One changes its look drastically each year to suit the theme. Every year they take on the theme of a different country with past editions celebrating the cultures of India, England, America, and this year Spain. The mainstages design is based around famous buildings from the country that’s acting as the theme as well as the other stages following the theme. The whole site is decorated to fully immerse you in the culture offering a fresh look every year. 2026 will see Airbeat One transform Neustadt-Glewe into a Dutch landscape with The Netherlands taking over the theme.
Site Design/Care For Festival Goers
The site, its design, and all the stalls make sure to cover you for everything you need in any kind of weather. They offer plenty of spaces with shade from the sun, shelter from the rain, and places where you can rest your legs. Comfy seating and hammocks can be found around the site which gives you the opportunity to take that much needed 10 minutes to recover before heading straight back into the crowd. In the event of rain there’s lots of solid paths around the site allowing you to get around without sinking into the mud. You’re also covered on the hearing protection front with plenty of stalls around the site where you can acquire ear plugs. Along with this you can enjoy a diverse selection of food with there being plenty of different food stalls to take your pallet on a journey around the world. All these things add up to make the festival experience a delight even when you’re away from the stages.
It has been another barnstormer of a year for Airbeat One as they have further solidified themselves as one of the best festivals in the world. It’s a sensory delight everywhere you go and it’s continuing to evolve with constant improvements being made every year. The festival will be taking place from July 8th – July 12th 2026 with The Netherlands as its theme. Make sure your calendar is clear.
You can learn more about Airbeat One through their socials below:
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