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)
Nightriders in AIR, Grenzeloods in De Lichtfabriek and Full Moon in Noordwijk aan Zee. It was De Beat Industrie that gave birth to these great raves. Ronald Verdegaal, or Verdi, is the modest genius behind this organisation. As a DJ and producer he loves house, other electronic music and great parties. Next to that, Ronald has an everlasting passion for music in general. The line-ups for his raves all hold a mix of artists that combine phat grooves, crazy tracks and house with an edgy twist. This defines Ronald Verdegaal as an artist as well: he is straight up and in your face. (..more)
NGHTDVSN’s vision is to bring the best of cutting-edge and innovative music. On the 19th of May NGHTDVSN welcomes Max Cooper once again in Amsterdam for a special party on Whitsun (Pinksteren) with a 2.5 hour live-set. This time he’ll be supported by a selection of his favourite local artists such as Applescal live, Nuno Dos Santos & Terry Toner. (..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)
The Rolling Stones, well known for their drug (ab)use and seemingly eternal youth, but most of all for the many popular hits. Their last gig on Dutch soil is almost six years ago now, and after I spontaneously went to see them in Budapest on that very same tour, I’ve been dying for another chance to see them perform. So I’d say it’s about time the boys get their arses over here, before it’s literally too late. Until then, consider this a teaser. (..more)
