Too many plans for the weekend? Let me narrow down your options by suggesting some events where you can meet, dance and drink with Amsterdam’s finest crowds. After all, ‘a hangover ain’t worth the pain if the party is lame’. Here’s where you weekend warriors should go to for next Monday’s hangover. (..more)
Boutique festival Buiten Westen has finally revealed the final three names of its line-up, completing the bill for its biggest stage hosted by Pleinvrees. The Amsterdam based deep house promoter has invited Diynamic stars David August, Adriatique and Karmon to its stage. With Joris Delacroix, Alle Farben, Wankelmut and more also to be seen and heard at the Pleinvrees stage, their fans will be very content. (..more)
A moment of epic proportions for Audiobirdz was when Alex Celler played their track Solomon at Space, Ibiza. “Enjoying a fantastic night out and hearing your very own music played at such a super venue is really out of this world”, they state. Numerous Audiobirdz EPs, releases and remixes have been embraced by Joris Voorn, Luciano, Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin, Daniel Sanchez and Shlomi Aber. A great track record, but challenges like developing a live set, new collabs, the realisation of a music platform and bi-monthly club nights in Amsterdam are next on the list and will keep them busy. (..more)
Whether you’re in the mood for some sweat, heat and excitement, for taking a soothing dream ride along psychedelic soundscapes, or maybe to wallow in bittersweet self-pity over the love you just lost, there’s always the right band at the right time. I’ll be your pathfinding captain through the desert of dust and guitars, so fill up your flask and follow me. (..more)
Film Fetish Friday is back! Though in a slightly different format: every month Overdose’s beloved film critics Anouk and Steven will discuss a film over a nice cup of tea. Showcasing their brilliant sense for dialogue, the two critics will –following FFF’s classic formula– appreciate cinematographic pearls accordingly or slaughter sucky films. Without mercy, of course. (..more)
How far can one man go, with the help of his family? Solomun has built what one could call a musical empire; spanning a record label, booking agency, hit releases, worldwide residencies and now even his own festival. What better moment to talk to the big man than right before his next big success. Read on for all you ever wanted to know about Diynamic humour and Solomun’s favourite restaurant in the Dam. (..more)
A while ago I was invited by the Blom brothers Kamiel and Martijn to have a look at their workplace in Ilpendam, just outside Amsterdam. Together they started the inspiring and successful Blom & Blom. In the rustic barn of their family home, they’re working passionately on refurbishing forgotten artefacts. Does this sound boring to you? Well, it’s not! The Bloms aren’t restoring some old junk from their grandmother’s attic. No, we’re talking about artefacts found in abandoned factories in Eastern Germany, all telling a unique story. (..more)
I’m a terrible cook. Seriously. I think it’s one of the most complicated missions one can undertake. Through years of frustration I discovered that vegetables each have a different boiling time, and that tossing fish fillet is the reason mine always crumbles. It’s one of the labours I like to avoid. Luckily I have talented friends who are more than able to soften my freezer food fate, and create the most amazing dinners. There’s one in particular: Emilie. She’ll open a one-day restaurant this Saturday as a part of the Dutch Restaurant Day. (..more)
Too many plans for the weekend? Let me narrow down your options by suggesting some events where you can meet, dance and drink with Amsterdam’s finest crowds. After all, ‘a hangover ain’t worth the pain if the party is lame’. Here’s where you weekend warriors should go to for next Monday’s hangover. (..more)
Last week, we had a chat with Diynamic Festival’s organisers about what they’re about to bring upon us. As Diy-day draws closer, I thought it was about time for a small preview of what’s to come music-wise. Known for their innovative and avant-garde artists, Diynamic is bound to be one of the most interesting festivals of the year. And besides their big bangers, the really interesting stuff might just happen slightly left of the middle. So in the words of our beloved Steve: “Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers.” (..more)
