Gabriele Peveri: “Energy to overcome obstacles”
We had crossed paths at events in Amsterdam several times, and in 2019, this led to an interview about Gabriele Peveri’s first gig. “I felt the power of connection inherent in music.”
We had crossed paths at events in Amsterdam several times, and in 2019, this led to an interview about Gabriele Peveri’s first gig. “I felt the power of connection inherent in music.”
Italian Fabrizio Marra remains humble and exudes positivity. In 2021 he shared the story of his debut with me, recalling a moment of unexpected silence.
ENNiK’s DNA is infused with musicality. In 2023, I spoke to ENNiK about his first gig. “Just my own setup with my MacBook Pro.”
Danny Howells is one of the nicest guys in the DJ-scene. In 2020 I interviewed this UK-icon about his first gig. “I was terribly nervous and afraid I would mess it up.”
In 2019, I crossed paths with Chase Miles. Naturally, his debut was part of our conversation. “I want people to remember me.”
Originally from Sicily, Besty Fritz has been based in Amsterdam since 2011. Reflecting on his first gig in 2002: “This felt very special.”
We had met a few times before. This finally led to an interview about AlBird’s first gig. “Frustrated with all those commercial tracks.”
When we met during ADE 2019, we immediately talked about his first gig. DJ Agent Orange’s first significant gig took place in Kansas City. “It was a thing to mix with three decks.”
For this edition, I spoke with the Dutch techno talent Kole Leijen, better known as the producer DJ Surgeles. Of course, he still remembers how it all began. “Thousands of people danced along in the parade!”
In 2014, I interviewed techno queen Nicole Moudaber several times. One of these interviews, of course, was about her first gig.
In 2015, I interviewed Dutch artist SpeakerFreakz, about his DJ debut. “When you had a gig, you brought your record bag.”
During ADE 2016, I visited my regular spot: In Deep’n Dance Records in Amsterdam. There I met Mladen Tomic. We agreed that I would interview him about his debut. “I still feel that same adrenalin.”
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Marcy Goes Wild = Marceline Geelen. I’m a Dutch dance journalist who had numerous interviews with international dance producers and DJs. Read their personal and unique stories!