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Belgian DJ ROW1 is riding the crest of a new wave of hard dance talent that is emerging from Europe’s underground. Still early in his journey but already shaping things with a distinct identity, his approach leans into intensity, emotion and instinct, but always with unstoppable momentum. This year, he has continued to play live and serve up his own tunes: they're bold and bouncy and, he says in this interview, often inspired by interactions with dancers in the club. He also expands on what he has already learnt in the DJ booth, how he approaches his sets and the role the gear plays in how he plays. Read on and tune into the accompanying mix, which is a blend of hard dance and trance inspirations. >>> FOLLOW ROW1>>> @row1_music >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2026 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2026 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk

Hanover's Arman John is at the sharp end of the hard techno scene as both a DJ and producer. He heads up Phased Records but also releases on labels like Obscuur and Ismus, often with elements of Euro dance and trance sitting next to his love of acid, bouncy beats and alluring vocal hooks that keep his tracks emotionally as well as physically charged up. Fresh off finishing a Master's degree in Science, Arman has put together a mix that invites you into where he is at right now. It's "good vibes only" from him ahead of a busy run of shows around Europe and then his appearance at Terminal V Croatia in August. Read on to get a perspective on how he approaches production, balancing fun and functionality, and plenty more. >>> FOLLOW TJADE>>> @armanjohn >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2026 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2026 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

If you’ve spent any time in Europe’s underground dance circuit over the past decade, you'll have surely heard of Tjade. Amsterdam-born and floor-focused, he’s always defining his own brand of high-energy dancefloor music and blurring the lines between uplifting prog house and early trance. His tracks have blown up on cult labels like Bordello a Parigi, DGTL and Correspondant, and he also heads up Agrio Tracks, a place where emerging talents feel at home. We caught up with him to talk about the highs and lows of hitting the road, running a label in 2026, crafting nuanced sets that still hit hard, and his vision for a year of more sun-soaked grooves, musicality, and straight-up joy on the dancefloor. Dig in while giving yourself over to his sleek, bouncy and emotionally charged mix, which features cuts from the likes of In2pol & Entasia, Palmiz & Flor Coto and even one of his own. >>> FOLLOW TJADE>>> @tjadedj >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2026 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2026 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

Melbourne’s JOKESONYOU is riding a serious wave right now. The Aussie is carving his own lane in the new-school trance and hard techno crossover with razor-sharp melodies and chest-rattling bass. Backed by heavy hitters from KI/KI to I Hate Models, and with releases landing on labels like Polyamor, Klubbkontrol, and Onyx Berlin, his momentum feels unstoppable heading into the New Year. Fresh off a huge debut on doof back in October and with more new music and a stacked DJ diary already locked in for the coming months, he’s one to watch closely for lovers of big, bouncy beats. Here we speak to him about the Aussie scene’s explosion, his evolving sound, digging habits and collaborations, and it lands alongside his blazing new podcast, which captures exactly where his head’s at right now. >>> FOLLOW JOKESONYOU>>> @JOKESSONYOU >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

Gent-based DJ Alycia Bezgo is moving fast and loud through the European underground. Armed with a fierce blend of hard groove, techno and trance, she channels the euphoric pulse of the ’90s into something sharp and unmistakably her own. Fresh off a dream-like set at Terminal V where she went b2b with Jokesonyou and lit up the Drumheads floor with turbo-charged trance, Alycia is proving she’s more than a promising newcomer. She’s a perfectionist and a crowd-reader with real ambition, all while being shaped by Belgium’s rich electronic lineage, from the Zillion era to Fuse’s techno legacy. With major stages behind her and a focus on producing her first releases, Alycia Bezgo is blazing into 2026 in red-hot form. Listen to her brand-new mix while you read for a high-energy signature session that marks a new chapter in her sound. >>> FOLLOW ALYCIA BEZGO>>> https://www.instagram.com/alyciabezgo/?hl=en >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

Ben Gold has been a trance and dance heavyweight for more than a decade. He is a hugely prolific artist with hundreds of tunes to his name, millions of streams and close ties to the definitive Armada Music. His forward thinking sound blends emotionally wrought melodies, heart tugging vocals and blazing grooves that sit right at the forefront of the current scene.

Yasmin Regisford is a rising force in Paris’s electronic scene, known for her bold selections and high-energy performances. After transitioning from a career in fashion to music in 2023, she quickly established her sound through dynamic, driving sets blending techno with trance-infused emotion. 2025 marks a defining year for Yasmin. Following the release of her debut EP Chroma, she performed at Boiler Room and made her ADE debut with a standout b2b with Patrick Mason, solidifying her presence on the international stage. With multiple releases ahead, Yasmin continues to shape her identity as one of the most exciting new voices in contemporary techno by combining precision, groove, and an unrelenting creative vision.

In the vibrant heart of Berlin's electronic scene, DJ Cringey and TOXIMAMI, known collectively as HARD CANDY, are redefining musical boundaries. This dynamic duo, rising stars in the music world, are celebrated for their unique 'Polygenre' sound—a high-energy fusion of Donk, Psytrance, Techno, and Bailefunk, infused with Bootleg elements, all delivered at a pulse-racing BPM. Their distinct sound is characterized by DJ Cringey's high-pitched, playful vocals, offering a delightful contrast to TOXIMAMI's rough, sex-positive lyrical style. HARD CANDY's talents have illuminated stages at prominent festivals like Feel Festival, Splash, Fusion, and Bipolar Day Festival, and their presence is a staple in the famed Berlin club circuit with notable performances at Watergate, RSO, Aeden and across Germany. Their sets promise a journey of unexpected surprises, showcasing their fresh and contemporary approach to sound. Beyond their DJing prowess, both artists are deeply involved in the music industry. TOXIMAMI, a community event organizer and label manager, complements DJ Cringey's creative flair as a graphic designer for musicians and brands. HARD CANDY stands as a testament to their shared vision, a synergy of creativity and friendship, paving the way for a new era in electronic music.

DJ Love might be a newcomer, but there's no guessing that from the way he plays. The London-based new boy has already perfected the art of layering his hard grooves with euphoric energy, both in the booth and in the studio. His tunes on Beardman, Pretty Weird and Wavelengths have been supported by the likes of Interplanetary Criminals and Mark Broom, who, he admits, is a large part of the reasons he plays the sounds he does. Ahead of a first big Australian tour, we speak to the fast-rising star about finding balance when playing fast, how he challenges himself with his Rinse FM show and what he wanted to achieve with this week's mix. It's a great snapshot of where he's at and the sort of selection that will power you through to the weekend in no time.

Australia’s Club Angel is on a tear. Fresh off a breakout couple of years he has solidified his place at the forefront of dance music's new school with sets everywhere from Hong Kong to Antwerp, Seoul to Ibiza. His tunes deal in infectious, relentless energy but with always with a warming core and euphoric overtones. They're fast and furious in their rewiring of 90s and 00s club sounds and have earned him both critical praise and worldwide DJ and radio support. His new podcast for Terminal V is a signature and slamming blend of speed garage, elastic and grimy bass, day-glo bounce, UKG, filthy bassline classics, and spring-loaded hard house with lush trance pads. It's a thrilling joyride that needs to be played loud so stick it on and read about this creative process, this difference in dancers across the world and how he searches for new music.

Anxhela is an Italian-Albanian DJ. Since her adolescence she has a particular feeling with electronic music following any kind of movement or genre and finally, at the age of 17, jumped into the techno world. Shortly after she moved to Berlin and begins to get closer and closer to this panorama starting to play in 2020 and releasing her first tracks in 2022 on MRC and Voxnox labels. Her sound has a trance and acid influence, her energetic sets are synonymous of power and intensity, becoming her trademark throughout the scene. During 2024 she released "Black Hole" on Orbital Label.

In the best way possible, Cera Khin doesn't care what you or anyone else thinks of her. She's here to do things her way. That approach has seen her blaze a path to the top table of hard techno, playing in the world's best clubs and dropping her own compelling club cuts on various labels, including her own. The Tunisian-born DJ and producer has long been an advocate for breaking the stigma around mental health, and everything she does is designed to reflect her own raw emotions, whatever they may be. Here we speak to her about her latest label, CK777 Recordings, becoming a hypnotherapist and why she likes to play hard and fast. Get stuck in while you dive deep into a mix that showcases exactly where she is at right now and reminds us all not to take life too seriously.

Cynthia Spiering is a new school star who fell in love with techno when she worked at the notorious Rotterdam club Perron when she was 18. Pioneers like Jeff Mills and Octave One shaped her understanding of the craft and inspired her to take up DJing, and she made her debut in 2016. Since then, she has carved out a reputation for sets that balance euphoria with uncompromising kick drums, drawing on classic rave and acid influences while keeping her sound firmly forward-thinking. Beyond the booth, Spiering founded her own label and event series, Courtoisy Records, in 2019, a platform that champions both local talent and adventurous bookings. Here we speak to her about that, her love of rave, the importance of representation and plenty more.

'STÜM has fast become one of Australia’s most exciting DJ exports. Based between Melbourne and London, the founder of Happy Wax Records has now turned heads around the world with a sound he calls “chaotic bliss.” It's a melange of euphoric trance, heavy-hitting techno, and emotionally-charged sounds that he delivers with great control and storytelling ability. His fan base is so fervent that he often sells out shows in minutes, as he did when playing Sydney and Melbourne on a national tour, and he's also headlined many other major events across Europe. We caught up with him to talk Boiler Room drops, building tension at high speed, and why his edit of the classic 'Sun Chaser' always saves the dancefloor.' Full interview with STÜM - https://terminalv.co.uk/terminal-v-podcast-098-stum/ >>> FOLLOW STÜM >>> @StumStum >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

The Glasgow-based Céleste duo are amongst a healthy crop of artists putting their hometown on the map. Their high-energy techno sits right at the vanguard with hints of trance nostalgia and a penchant for fun edits all bring each and every set to life with HD colour and emotion. They are residents at the beloved Berkeley Suite and regulars at the iconic Sub Club who are now known around Europe and beyond for their electrifying B2B sets and always unpredictable selections. As well as releases on labels like Transition, Hot Meal and Carouse, and gigs everywhere from Ibiza to New York, they form the collective Ocboys with former Terminal V podcasters testpress and Jude Bradshaw, plus D4n and la maison. As they continue their red-hot form, we chat with Céleste about their label and clothing brand Sih-Lest®, the vibrant local scene, how they work in the studio and plenty more. Full interview with Céleste - https://terminalv.co.uk/terminal-v-podcast-097-celeste/ >>> FOLLOW CÉLESTE >>> https://www.instagram.com/celestegla_/ >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

Melbourne's high-energy dance explosion is being fuelled in part by breakout stars like native talent CRUSH3d. He says his main aim as an artist is to conjure good vibes on the dance floor, and he's now doing that across his homeland and as far afield as London. As heard on his new album ev3r, his tunes are a heartfelt blend of warm and rubbery drums and pensive pads, often topped with a nagging vocal hook. They work as well for chilled out home listening as they do for dreamy dance floor escapes and on this week's mix he mixes up that signature sound with some low slung bass, wild club rhythms and tranced out house that's perfect for those late afternoon into early evening sessions when the golden hour sets in.

SHFTR is one of a tight-knit group of local talent representing Liverpool's thriving scene right now. Having gone from strength to strength thanks to his unique blend of hard-house, bouncy trance & much more, he is one to watch in 2025 and beyond. Full interview with SHFTR - www.terminalv.co.uk/terminal-v-podcast-095-shftr/ >>> FOLLOW SHFTR >>> https://www.instagram.com/shftr.uk/ >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

Cadzow is part of the new wave of Scottish artists who are setting the hard techno agenda. The Glaswegian works through his tunes at pace, keeping dancers locked with selections that dip into several sub-genres, and often draws from plenty of his own originals and edits to keep things fresh. He’s already left his mark on us with two standout performances at the iconic Terminal V festival and whether he's working with vocals to anchor a track or laying down bouncy low ends on labels like HEKATE Records, NowNow and Reckless, he always does it with his own fingerprint. From humble beginnings on a DDJ-400 in his bedroom just a couple of years ago to no headlining festival stages and packed clubs, he’s a man on the charge. Full interview with Cadzow - https://terminalv.co.uk/terminal-v-podcast-094-cadzow/ >>> FOLLOW CADZOW >>> @aaron-cadzow-2 >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

SWART grew up in the Belgium scene, which has always been at the forefront of high-energy sounds from rave to techno. Years after first parting as a teenager, he is now established as a tehaon talent in his own right with a sound that is trance-infused and hypnotic. He's dropped plenty of it on the likes of VAGUE and Selected (Berlin), and it is all written on Ableton. He's such a wizard with it, he recently hosted a first-ever masterclass to share all aspects of his creative process. This summer he'll be busy playing the likes of Pisiboat, Extrema Outdoor, Duro Festival, Fuse, Bootshaus and more, and promises lots of new music is on the way. Before that he's dropped a signature mix and let us in on his early roots into the scene, his views of AI, what gear he favours and plenty more. Full interview with SWART - https://terminalv.co.uk/terminal-v-podcast-093-swart/ >>> FOLLOW SWART >>> @SWART >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest --------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk/

Mika Heggemann is busy on many different fronts shaping the contemporary electronic scene from his base in Berlin. Not only is he a DJ, producer and sound engineer with a high energy take on techno, but he is a founder of the Polyamor collective and co-creator of the Berlin Dance Music Event. His fresh sounds blend a healthy understanding of what has gone before with a new school edge and plenty of underground grit, all of which is unified by bold basslines, euphoric builds and hooky vocals. He has taken it all over the world, and already this year he's dropped bangers like 'Heartbeat Destiny' and 'Club Romance'. Here he tells us about his journey so far, shares some influences, and explains how Berlin shapes his sound while serving up a signature mix to get you through the week. Full interview with Mika Heggemann here - https://terminalv.co.uk/terminal-v-podcast-092-mika-heggemann/ >>> FOLLOW MIKA HEGGEMANN >>> @mikaheggemann >>> FOLLOW US >>> Soundcloud - @terminalvfest Facebook - www.facebook.com/terminalvfest/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/terminalvfest/ Twitter / X - X.com/TerminalVFest -------------------------- Terminal V 2025 - terminalv.co.uk/festival/ Terminal V Croatia 2025 - www.terminalvcroatia.com Terminal V Records - terminalvrecords.co.uk