Europe's leading dance music download store, Trackitdown.net power the Hard Dance Awards and they have again revamped the HDA website to create a fresh vibe in another storming year for the scene. Alongside the voting, the team have enlisted leading key figures from the worlds of production, performance and promotion to tell visitors all about their year and look forward to 2008! Trackitdown.net »
Launched in 2001, HF is one of the original and longest running lifestyle web sites dedicated to bringing you the best in dance music and clubbing information. Easy to use chat forums, extensive DJ profiles, cutting edge music reviews, massive image galleries, news, interviews, features, groups and more! HarderFaster.net »
DontStayIn is the place to plan your clubbing calendar. Our army of spotters are busy taking photos of clubbers at the hottest parties in your area and throughout the world. If you've had your photo taken, you can look through our galleries to find it. You can chat live with other clubbers and catch up with the latest gossip. Each week we can send you a summary of events in your area with your favourite music. DontStayIn.com »
Famed for launching the careers of world beating DJ’s Eddie Halliwell, Alex Kidd, Dark By Design & Shan amongst many others, the former Mixmag Club of the Year & Best Club in the North Goodgreef is arguably the UKs fastest rising club brand experience. Having hosted arenas at events such as Creamfields, Planet Love Festival, Crasher SSS, MEN & NEC Arenas and toured the infamous little yellow head around the UKs finest venues in Manchester, Preston, Yarm, Leeds, Newcastle, Liverpool, Glasgow, Coalville, Dublin & Belfast to name but a few, they have recently become in demand across Europes key clubbing destinations such as Ibiza, Majorca, Corfu, Cyprus & Holland, not forgetting 2 previous Live BBC Radio 1 Essential mixes from our event. Some would say an impressive achievement at such an infant age. GoodGreef Website »
Riot! and Traffic Records have joined forces in 2007 to create the ultimate hard dance label. Run by Ed Real, Vinylgroover and BK, the label releases heavyweight anthems across all styles from such heroes as; Judge Jules, Lisa Lashes, Nick Sentience, Amber D, Carl Nicholson, Ali Wilson, Kutski, Lee Haslam and many more (including the three owners!). The first major release of 2008 will be the Bass Junkie artist album from Scott Attrill aka Vinylgroover. Prepare yourselves for the ride of a lifetime! Traffic continues alongside Riot! with the excellent series of Sessions albums and EPs which pick unsigned anthems from the CD wallets of BK, Vinylgroover and Ed Real and package them together in a high value bundle giving new artists exposure and fans the chance to get a hold of those special weapons that rock clubs and raves around the world! Riot! website »
Galaxy is the UKs largest 15-34 commercial radio brand, with over 2.5 million listeners.There are people listening to Galaxy everywhere and whether it is in their cars, on Sky, through DAB, in the shower or on the Internet, their listening motivations are the same. Their tastes, responses, likes and dislikes, needs, expectations and lifestyles are universal. It's all about going out, living the life, always up for it - staying young, staying connected. Galaxy Website »
M8 is a global dance music and club-culture magazine, which operates the scissors at the cutting edge of the dance music industry. Having recently celebrated there epic 200th issue, M8 has evolved with and reflected the entirety of dance culture since its inception in the 80’s! Today M8 remains the most credible and stylish club cultural publication in the world and continues to champion the spectrum of dance music and youth-cultural-hedonism in new and creative ways. Through our international events and global coverage, M8 attracts clubbers and dance music lovers from across the entire world. We’re all in this together, stay in touch through M8 Magazine. M8 Website »
PFA are being known for showcasing the ‘Next generation of brand and artist management’ featuring some of the most cutting edge artists in the world. PFA is established in 2003, Promoter Friendly Agency is the UKs freshest and friendliest Management Company. They aim to offer both an efficient and friendly service when booking all of their artists which are: Eddie Halliwell, John O’Callaghan, John Askew, Alex Kidd, Adam Sheridan, Fred Baker, Kutski, Gaz West, Mark Norman, Greg Downey, Tylor-Leigh, Barry Connell, Shan and Morgan. PFA Website »
TurtleDog has been instrumental in composing some of the most influential tracks of the last 18 months. Home to the unique and ever innovative Munkjack sound. As an output for material which doesn't fit neatly into a specific genre or category, the label provides a range of productions to knock your cap off. From funky, camp disco ballads to fierce energetic hard house we are pushing the envelope with our range of releases. Turtle Dog Website »
Created in 2003 by one of dance music's most respected artists Mark Doggett a.k.a K90, Dataless Recordings has continued to develop maintaining the label's original philosophy of quality over quantity. With single releases such as Ghosts in the Machine and the evergreen Red Snapper 2006 remixes, plus three K90 artist albums already to the label's credit it's not hard to see why Dataless output has been so gratefully received. Newly re-branded in 2007, Dataless is now not only a brand synonymous with quality but is also at the forefront in developing the talent of tomorrow. Dataless Website »
Tranzlation has been flying the flag at the front of the hard trance scene over for the last 3 years consistently releasing solid, uplifting tracks. Set up by Phil York in 2005 the label has released tracks and remixes from the likes of Technikal, Dark by Design, Nick Rowland, Guyver, MDA & Spherical, Nish, Jason Cortez and Phil himself shifting over 50,000 units and featuring on countless compilations worldwide! Plays from all of the major players in the hard dance scene including the likes of Lisa Lashes, Dave Pearce, Tidy Boys, Kutski, Andy Whitby to name a few.
Starting out in 1998, Fevah Records are true dance music pioneers. With Fevah don Eamonn at the helm and UglyDave looking after the UK side of business, the label re-launched in 2007 with hard trance legends Steve Blake, Carl Nicholson and Phil Reynolds all on production duty as well as a number of remixes from all genres planned. Also known for their events around the globe, Fevah's multi-genre parties ensured that trance was always offered to clubbers alongside the harder sounds. The rebirth of Fevah Records promises to add some much needed life into the trance and dance scenes Fevah Records Website »
Midlands based harddance label run by Fevah head honcho UglyDave. Releasing quality track after track from the industrys most prolific producers this is one label we have all come accross. Established in 2005 and featuring Kam Pain, Riggsy, Abstract Dimentionz, Karnage, Miss Jarea, D4rk and of course UglyDave himself these no wonder this label has got where it is today!
Fireball Recordings is the brainchild of Ben Stevens. A DJ who has worked as hard as anyone in our scene over the past 3 years with his consistent in quality productions on labels such as Vicious Circle, Tripoli, Toolbox and Flashpoint. Starting his own label was the natural thing to do for someone who has had so many big hitters under his belt. Fireball gives Ben a chance to release music which most represents him as an artist, not having to worry about fitting in with another labels genre or style, so will be a true reflection of what the man is all about.
The N.E.C focuses on joining the talent of select producers from around the globe to represent them and create more awareness for their music. Focusing on new as well as established talent the N.E.C offers profiles, features, mixes, distribution + PR for all it's artists. The N.E.C can boast releasing the first material from the likes of Technikal, DBD + others. Current hard dance projects include the new 'Elevate' CD series with Phil York. Their new site will be launched at Christmas.
Funky Bunny Bounce To it, Stomp to it Bunny Style, Funky Bunny now entering its 5th year and in 2008 entering new territory as we expand into a new area, Watch out for some exciting new events and news with the usual headliners and the very best in local and fresh new talent alongside the usual Bunny Residents Amber D, Nikki Elise & Paul Wilkerson and our mad cap Entertainment Crew! Funky Bunny Website »
Concept promotions is one of Ireland's most rapidly expanding dance music footprints and home to one of Ireland’s leading hard dance & hardstyle DJs and promoters, L.E.D. The brand was born in April 2006 when we were forced to move a club night to an area we had yet to venture into, but since then we haven’t looked back with sell out events every month and in the space of a few months putting on one of the largest multi room indoor festivals ever on these shores for 2500 people.
BIG are East Anglia’s biggest hard dance music promoters, voted Mixmag’s No 1 Hard Dance Club Night in 2003 and Clublife Mag’s Best Club Night for East Anglia in 2001. DJ’s to have graced the decks at BIG include the likes of Kutski, Judge Jules, Lab4, Lisa Pin-Up, Andy Farley, Andy Whitby, Lisa Lashes, Anne Savage, Tidy Boys, Mauro Picotto, Eddie Halliwell, Scot Project, BK plus many more top names. BIG recently featured an exclusive debut set by DJ-X (Lab4) at the BIG Halloween Ball 2007. Big Website »
Xstatic is without doubt one of the best success stories the hard dance scene has had over the last couple of years. Going from a Thursday night in a tiny bar to one of the most successful smaller brands in the UK in the space of 2 years, which is a very hard thing to achieve in today's industry!
Vinyl Destination started in Nov 2006 to put the fun back into raving, with last year seeing London's friendliest crowds at the Rocket complex, The Mass, and The Fridge all party hard under the Destination banner. Pushing the boundaries with 2hr Headline sets, main room hardcore/freeform, and promoters not worried about looking stupid while having a laugh, Destination is not afraid to step out of line. 07 was so much fun and with the help of its awesome residents, and wicked crowd this is set to continue in 08 and beyond. Remember this is YOUR Destination. Vinyl Destination Website »
Bursting onto the Hard Dance scene in 2003, it's been a non-stop jet fuelled ride for Midlands sexy rebellious CyberKitten. First earning it's reputation as 'one of UK's fastest rising club nights', winning the hearts of clubbers by consistently delivering vibrant kick ass parties, fronted by their storming residents and guest regs. In 2004 the ever playful CK began its legendary tours - exploding on the circuit, bringing CK's unique hard merriment to superstars Extreme Euphoria, Tidy, Frantic, Heat, Polysexual, Sundissential, Storm. A fitting accolade, in 2007, CyberKitten was awarded the prestigious Best Small Club at the Hard Dance Awards. Cyberkitten Website »
Since 2003 Republica have been serving up superstar Hard Dance DJ's to the Oxford massive. 2008 promises to be another huge, huge year as the monthly events at the brand new Carling Academy Oxford go from strength to strength, with nothing but top name artists abley supported by the freshest new talent and hottest resident DJ's around. It's one of the best kept secrets in clubland, but now is the time for Republica to make a mark on the scene Republica Website »
Founded in 2003, DRUM TRAX's the first Brazilian DJ agency dedicated exclusively to hard dance. Based in Belo Horizonte (Minas Gerais state), our brand arouse after brothers Pedro and Tiago Gontijo, alongside friends Renato Valadares and Felipe Lacerda, lived in London and could know better the UK hard dance scene. Drum Trax Website »
Storm - The current holders of the Best Large Club award. 2007 has been Storms strongest year yet in its 7.5 year history, packing out its legendary home The Emporium on a monthly basis, with its infamous residents - Garbo and Daley. 2007 saw Storm exclusively introduce a little known Canadian called Rodi Style to the UK scene. Less than a year on, Rodi was last week announced as Tidy's new signing for 2008. Storm DSI Group »
After-Dark @Club C103 in Plymouth has been running since July 2007, and here you will find only the very best International and National DJs visiting to rock the dancefloor on a weekly basis. Plus one of the friendliest most up for it crowds! 2 rooms of music. 1100 cap. AfterDark Myspace »
Frenzy is about hard house clubbing with some added funk, a little bit of bounce, and an old skool vibe.. but above all a wicked party by the sea. Frenzy Website »
INVASION was born back in 2002 in response to the massive lack of dance music in the mainstream clubs of Shropshire. Taking its experience from its underground roots in the Shropshire and Mid-Wales rave scene, INVASION quickly established itself using a well tested formula of mixing top name DJs with the up-coming talent of the future. Invasion Website »
stv is Scotland's most popular peak time TV station, bringing viewers first class programming including X Factor, Coronation Street, Taggart, and of course our up-to-the minute news from Scotland Today and North Tonight. Our website stv.tv is Scotland's essential source for information and entertainment. stv.tv/clubs is dedicated to bringing you all the latest in clubbing and dance music right across Scotland and the rest of the UK. From exclusive DJ interviews, reviews, competitions and our top ten chart, you'll find all you ever need on stv.tv/clubs. Don't go to bed, rave with stv clubs instead! stv.tv/clubs »
Pams House are East Anglia's most established and cheekiest Hard Dance Promotion. Formed in 1996 Pams have pioneered Hard Dance to clubbers all over the Region in the biggest and most respected venues. A Promotion that takes pride in the 'Pams Family' - A very strong resident team of DJ's, Entertainers, Dancers & Club Freaks and their very loyal & somewhat fanatical bunch of clubbers who flock to every event. Pams celebrate 12 years in clubland with a Barmy Army Birthday Bash in January. Come Taste Pams ... Pams House Website »
TheBeatRanch.com is Canada's largest hard dance website, with weekly guest dj mixes, and bi-weekly interviews from the scene's biggest djs and producers such as Marc Johnson, Adam M, JP & Jukesy and many others. The site has done so well that they have expanded to create a digital label, with many releases from established artists including: Grady G, Riggsy, Narc, Frank Farrell, Rodi Style and Dan Dyson as well as many up & coming artists like Firefox, Tom Parr, Twisted Psycho and Gem Stone. TheBeatRanch.com »
Set up only two years ago by Andy Richmond and Miss Cheeky!, Hard Dance Ireland was put in place to give the harder edged sound a push in Ireland and give it the credit it deserves. HDI features include Interviews, Videos, Downloads, Forums and quite regularly some whacky competitions to its members! HardDanceIreland.net »
Bionic is Wales biggest hard dance promotion run by Brian M and Cally (from Cally & Juice). With over 7 years experience in putting on some of the UKs most exciting and innovative dance music parties as well as hosting arenas at some of the UKs biggest events and festivals. Bionic has gained a cult following throughout the UK by always being the first to unleash the hottest European DJs on our shores which has put them at the forefront of the European hard trance and hardstyle scene. If you have not experienced a Bionic before why not come and judge for yourself? Bionic & Breathe Website »
Nutty Trance are already known in the industry for representing the harder sounds in the UK since 2005. The labels thrives on its unique style and even had Radio 1 play to bring the underground to the surface. With support from some of the biggest names in the scene at the moment Mark EG, Kutski, Warmduscher, Blutonium Boy, and many more. Nutty Trance Releases »
Established in 2007 M3ntal Records has been going from strength to strength with massive productions from head honcho Nutty T and many more artists including Digital Kid, Joe E and many more, with awesome reviews in DJ Mag and IDJ. Definitely a label get any dancefloor pumping!!!! Support from Dr Willis, Sasha F, Danny Slade and many more. M3ntal Records Releases »
E:Volve are a fast growing hard dance night in Birmingham. Formed just over 2 years ago and favouring creative, less traditional venues. They are very proud to call Dion, Riggsy & Alex Towse solid residents. They continue to bring the biggest Guest Djs to their own unique events which strengths add to the friendly underground party vibe that cannot be matched - DJ's like Lab4, Proteus, Andy Farley, Ed Real, Ben Stevens plus many more top names are regular fixtures at this most exceptional clubnight. Check it Out! You wont regret it. E:Volve Website »
The South-West's longest running hard dance event, celebrating their 10th Anniversary in May 2007. Renowned for their boat parties, club nights, coach trips and free parties, with their trademark ultraviolet Mayan environments, friendly vibe and tough, cutting edge music policy, The Rippers put on the finest parties for the truly underground crowd.
13 years pioneering the sound which is now 'Hard Dance' from Tinrib Recordings through to Tinrib Digital. Over 300,000 copies on Vinyl & CD serviced to the scene.! 2007 has seen the return of the cult label covering the whole spectrum of the Electronic Dance Music genre. 'Omega 3' has been formed and their groundbreaking album 'Lost @ Sea' is soon to be launched from Port here in Pirate Town. Captain Tinrib is at the helm pushing forward the Hard Dance sound once again. Tinrib Digital »
Night Shift is the newest hard dance promotion to hit London allowing clubbers to take control of what happens at the events and is taking the city by storm. Run by ravers for ravers ,and with a winning combination of leading dj's and the underground talent of the future Night Shift is a party more than anything with a strong cyber emphasis enhanced by out of this world uv decoration, lazers and other visuals along with a number of other surprises on the night. Night Shift Website »
Hard Heart Beats is the world's only monthly subscribed promo CD for Hard Dance DJs. Owned by Toolbox Music who are also the Worlds only distributor dedicated 100% to hard dance, the CDs are an important Tool for up and coming DJs who would otherwise not be able to get their hands on promos. Each monthly CD is packed with pre-release tracks that can not be found anywhere else! Hard Heart Beats »
Resonate is the south coasts biggest Hard Trance / Hard Style promotion and is now celebrating its 5th year. Promoting the banner of Future Music, Resonate consistently delivers line ups packed with the biggest headliners from the UK and all over Europe. Check out the new Resonate website for Membership, Interviews, Music, Gallery & Online Shop! Resonate Website »
Stop It And Tidy Up was started around 5 years ago by Jason Nightingale, but is just gearing up for its launch night at the Empire Club, Bournemouth in Febuary 2008. Their aim is to inject a bit of fun back into the hard dance scene, a noble cause!
A&E has gone from strength to strength over its past 5 years and this year has been by far the best. In the past 12 months A&E has seen the best there is in Hard Dance with dj's Captain Tinrib, Paul Glazby, Karim, Tidy Boys, Lisa Lashes, BK, Andy Farley, JP & Jukesy, Amber D, Ian M, OD404 Live, Adam (Lab4), Daley, Garbo, Marc Johnson, Superfast Oz all making appearances. Not only that but A&E has also secured 3 new residents IAN M, RODI STYLE & SCOTT FO-SHAW! If you havent been to A&E this year you've missed out! A&E Promotions Website »
A&E Management is home to some of the biggest names on the UK and European Hard Trance and Hardstyle circuit. Taking International bookings for Leading UK artists the Organ Donors as well as UK management for Uberdruck, DJ Slideout, Sam Punk, Kamui, Tommy Pulse and A*S*YS as well as Resonate & Atmosphere tour nights and The Organ Donors "Audio Surgery LIVE" tours coming mid 2008. A&E Management Website »
Every month Mayhem combines some of the biggest DJs and live acts with the best new talent around to bring you the finest Hard Dance night in the North East. Each month the Mayhem speakers blast out a variety of music which falls under the Hard Dance banner, but we mainly focus on Hardstyle, Dutch Hardcore and Schranz. If you want a club that sticks to its underground roots and never ceases to amaze its crowd then this is the place for you. Unleash the Mayhem! Mayhem Website »
Tilllate.com is the most visited nightlife website in Europe with 2.1 million people using the site monthly to check out the event listings, party photos and to be part of the tilllate community. More than just being a place to check event details, get on guestlists, enter competitions, read the latest clubbing news and nose around the photos from some of the best parties, tilllate is a huge community of clubbers from around the world with over 550,000 members so it's a great way to meet like minded people that live and party in your area or who like the same type of music Tillate.com »
Classique began in 2006 as a small dance night launching at the 200 capacity Glasshouse venue in Coventry playing host to Anne Savage and resident Paul Morrell. Such was the demand for a hard dance event in Coventry, that Classique soon built up an impressive guestlist, with artists such as Judge Jules and Lisa Lashes gracing the turntables on a regular basis. Classique recently celebrated its 2nd birthday in style at the mighty Skydome arena in Coventry, headlined by Paul Oakenfold and Judge Jules. No mean feat for a club that has been running for 2 years!!
Every other month TONK promotions brings top uk and underground dj talent to the south east. situated at the Funktion rooms, Eastbourne, TONK in December 07 was the club's hard dance debut presenting BK and they certainly proved that there is a thriving scene for hard dance with a friendly crowd and massive atmosphere. It want's more! 2008 is set to be a blinding year for TONK at the £2.2million funktion rooms with a mission to peel away the hard side from the underbelly of the south east!
Tidy Trax was launched in 1996 as a Hard House Record label and fast established itself as one of the world's leading clubbing brands known throughout the UK and World for holding some of the biggest and most spectacular clubbing experiences the UK has ever seen. Tidy has evolved with the times, embraced the digital revolution and has a massive internet fan base, backed up by the leading hard dance digital download service, Tidydigital and online community forums. The upturned bin and man logo has become one of the most iconic designs within the Dance Music Industry Moving into its 13th year, Tidy continues to lead from the front with innovation and dedication throughout the Hard Dance world. Tidy Website »
Nyce1 Unleashed is firmly establishing itself in the South West bringing Hard House how it used to be! Celebrating their 1st Birthday in March 08 Nyce1 has seen some of the biggest acts in the game, the likes of Rob Tissera, Bk, Ed Real, Tidy Girls, Andy Whitby + Many more. Join the residents Tuchet & Worm on an action packed almighty all nighter, and if that wasn't enough it also comes loaded with a Hardcore room to Boot where all those devout to the core can see the regions best talent with a few special guest for good measure.... Join the revolution! Nyce1 Unleashed Website »
With her charisma and attention with her guests, Maria has become an expert about the entertainment business, mainly those where the music policy includes genres like hard dance amongst others. Therefore, she has established a reliable network with the most influential people and artists behind big events. Maria works with promoters from Antiworld Events, Frantic Events, HeatUK, South West Four (SW4), Tranzmission, Extreme Euphoria, The Gallery, Party Proactive, Riot, Raindance and Tasty, among many others, plus some events in Brazil. Never Enough website »
Forbidden is Leicester's, and probably the Midlands, longest running allnighter. Every Friday since November 1998 they have opened their doors from 10-6 to the Leicester public. Forbidden don't use the usual formula of using the same big name djs that everybody else books, they firmly believe in pushing new talent, from Sarah G and Neal Appeal in the early days to the current crop of residents and guests, Forbidden is about new, fresh talent. Forbidden Website »
For almost ten years, Q-dance has been leading the Dutch party-scene. With their motto 'representing the harder styles in dance music' and events like the massive Defqon.1 Festival, Qlimax and Q-BASE, they know how to bring you the very best show-driven dance events in the world! Q-Dance Website »
DJPassion.co.uk was launched in 2006, and is now the fastest growing dance dedicated website on the internet, which provides a directory, forums, chat room, MP3 store, mixes, database, free mix hosting, reviews, and profiles. This site is one of the best around that enables interaction between electronic music DJs, producers and music lovers! The ultimate network for your Dance Music needs. DJPassion.co.uk »
Established in 2000, DJlinks.com Inc. has progressively grown to become an International Dance Music entity, specializing in many aspects of the Electronic Music industry. Our current management portfolio of artists includes but is not limited to Yoji, Scot Project, Johan Gielen and Talla 2XLC. DJLinks.com »