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November 30, 2025

2025 Techno Year Mix

2025 Techno Year Mix

It’s here.

The Midnight Project 2025 Techno Year Mix is now live. A 5-hour journey through the music that defined our year together. Seventy tracks, carefully selected and mixed to carry the energy we’ve built all year.

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These are the tracks you DM-ed me about. The ones that hit hardest at 6 AM. The ones you kept coming back to, asking for the ID. From emotional standouts to pure dancefloor pressure, this mix brings them all together.

This year’s mix features a robust lineup of artists who shaped the sound of 2025: Adam Beyer, Space 92, Eli Brown, Victor Ruiz, Mila Journée, Bart Skils, Heerhorst, Charles D, Oscar L, UMEK, HI-LO, HNTR, Simina Grigoriu, Adrianna, KURA, Marie Vaunt, Teenage Mutants, Kos:mo, Thomas Schumacher, Alan Fitzpatrick, The Yellowheads, Drunken Kong, Nicole Moudaber, Belocca, Pleasurekraft, Enrico Sangiuliano, Pan-Pot, Maddix, Jay Lumen, Laybe, Layton Giordani, SUDO, Samuele Lami, LUSU, Dorek, Metodi Hristov, Amber Broos, Bruno Power, Slim Black, Joyhauser, Are Bee, NoNameLeft, Massano, Sisko Electrofanatik, Marc Stan, Roberto Pagliaccia, Norvis, JAVAX, A.D.H.S., David Pulido, Drumsauw, Emison, and more. And yes, a few Sebastiaan Hooft originals made it into the story, too.

If you've been tuning in to The Midnight Project or catching my sets, you’ll know the sound. Now it's all in one place.

→ Listen now and explore the full tracklist:
https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

Thank you for being part of this journey. Every message, every listen, every connection made this mix possible.

Here’s to 2026. Let’s go even deeper.

With love,
Sebastiaan

Tracklist 2025 Techno Year Mix

00:00:00 Heerhorst, PETER PAHN - Crystal Sky [Drumcode]
00:04:52 Adam Beyer & Chris Avantgarde - Desolate Lands [Drumcode]
00:10:17 Adam Beyer - Taking Back Control [Drumcode]
00:14:09 Victor Ruiz, Mila Journée - Stars (Extended Mix) mau5trap
00:18:59 Kaufmann - Broncho's Sandman [Drumcode]
00:23:55 Kos:mo - Go Deep [1605]
00:27:43 Kaufmann (DE) - Mother (Mila Journeé Remix) [VOLTA]
00:31:38 Sebastiaan Hooft - Intermission (Original Mix)
00:35:37 Kos:mo, UMEK - Waiting for the Rave [1605]
00:39:32 Oscar L & Metodi Hristov - Gravity (Sebastiaan Hooft Private Edit) [Drumcode]
00:45:05 KASIA & Charles D - Psycho feat. Sarah de Warren [Drumcode]
00:48:42 HNTR - Boadicea [Drumcode]
00:52:30 Bart Skils & Weska - Dusk Till Dawn [Drumcode]
00:56:33 HI-LO, Kasablanca - INFERNO (Extended Mix) [HILOMATIK]
01:01:07 Eli Brown - Drip (Ft. Eliza Legzdina) [Arcane]
01:03:22 Samuele Lami - With Me
01:09:26 HI-LO - REESE (Sebastiaan Hooft Private Edit) [Drumcode]
01:12:57 SUDO - Elysium [Drumcode]
01:18:29 Armin van Buuren & Adam Beyer Vs D-Shake - Techno Trance (Extended Mix) [Drumcode]
01:23:24 Dorek - Right Now (Original Mix) [Sound Dissonance Publishing]
01:28:12 Adam Beyer & HNTR - Hypnotic feat. Kyozo [Drumcode]
01:31:57 Bart Skils, Heerhorst - YKSI (Extended Mix) [Factory 93 Records]
01:36:14 LUSU - Move 2 the Groove (Original Mix) Drumcode
01:39:40 ADRIANNA - WILD ELECTRIC (Monika Kruse Radio Edit) [LW Recordings]
01:42:02 Norvis - Dawn Madness [EXTIMA]
01:47:52 Eli Brown, Layton Giordani - When I Push (Original Mix)
01:52:33 Mha Iri - Bombay
01:56:42 Adam Beyer & Julian Jeweil - Loca [Drumcode]
02:00:50 METODI, Sisters Cap - Motivation (Original Mix) [Set About Music]
02:05:08 Are Bee, Naomind - Cosmic Interference (Extended Mix)
02:09:41 Massano - The Lights
02:14:12 Marco V - Loxia [Drumcode]
02:18:41 Teenage Mutants, NoNameLeft - Can't Stop (Original Mix) [TRAGEDIE]
02:23:51 HardKnights - Kronos (Original Mix) [Sound Dissonance]
02:27:40 Sisko Electrofanatik - Ad Astra (Original Mix) [Gain Records]
02:32:58 KURA - White Ferrari (Extended Mix) [VOLTA]
02:36:15 Belocca - Let It Roll (Extended) [Mainground Music]
02:41:26 Alan Fitzpatrick, The Yellowheads - Neon Burst (Extended Mix) [We Are The Brave]
02:45:31 Slim Black - Move To The Rhythm
02:51:52 X-Dream, Ariel Electron - We Interface (Alex Stein & Victor Ruiz Remix) [VOLTA]
02:55:51 Belocca & Heerhorst - Fire Element (Extended) [Mainground Music]
03:00:27 Space 92 - Orbit Motion (Original Mix) [TAKEOFF]
03:04:36 Space 92 - Melodia (Extended Mix)
03:08:53 Pleasurekraft, Paula van Klar - Seduction (Original Mix) [Kraftek]
03:13:50 Space 92 & Charles D - The Bouncer [Drumcode]
03:17:32 Nicole Moudaber - Reasons to Love You (Space 92 Remix)
03:21:15 Roberto Pagliaccia - Nobody House (Mark Reeve Remix)
03:26:06 Cosmic Boys - Hype (Original Mix) [Legend]
03:29:54 JAVAX - Synthesize (Original Mix)
03:34:32 ADRIANNA - Shake The Underground (Tao Andra Remix) [Terminal M]
03:38:31 Teenage Mutants, Kos:mo - Caught Up (Original Mix) [Nothing But]
03:41:20 Jay Lumen - Take Control (Original Mix) [Arcane Music]
03:46:09 Thomas Schumacher - Schall (A.D.H.S. Extended Remix) [Armada Music]
03:50:54 Simina Grigoriu - Layers of Reality [DCLTD]
03:54:53 Enrico Sangiuliano - Order In Chaos (Reactive Mix) [NINETOZERO]
04:01:42 Space 92, Malena Narvay - Formula Loca (Original Mix) [TAKEOFF]
04:05:22 Marc Stan - Acid Generation (Original Mix) [Redlof Records Publishing]
04:08:56 Joyhauser, Space 92 - Jack (Original Mix) [TAKEOFF]
04:12:21 LUSU - BANG THE BOX (Sebastiaan Hooft Private Edit) [Arcane]
04:16:11 Marie Vaunt - Secrets (Extended Mix)
04:20:36 Pan-Pot - Kaltstrom (Extended Mix) [Second State Audio]
04:24:43 Drunken Kong - Wild Within (Original Mix) [Tronic]
04:28:36 Drunken Kong - Matsuri (Original Mix) [Tronic]
04:32:16 Amber Broos, Bermio - Pumpin' (Original Mix) [Arcane]
04:36:32 Maddix, Space 92 - Rolling (Extended Mix) [EXTATIC Records]
04:40:27 David Pulido, Drumsauw - Arena (Drumsauw Remix) [Throne Room Records]
04:46:01 Eli Brown - Wavey (Extended Mix) [Insomniac Records]
04:49:11 Bruno Power, Laybe, Sebastiaan Hooft - Let's Go (Slim Black Extended Remix) [Redesign Records]
04:53:00 Marie Vaunt, KURA - LSD Loop
04:55:30 Sebastiaan Hooft, Emison - Demonic (Original Mix) [Redesign Records]

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Published on November 30, 2025 21:00

Sagia at The Midnight Project

Sagia at The Midnight Project

Midnighters,

This morning’s guest mix comes from Sagia, and it’s a journey.

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She opened with her own instrumental remix of Games and never let go from there. With originals like Destinations and Mojave, Sagia brought a sound that’s both melodic and driving, full of pressure and release. Big-room moments from Adam Beyer and Chris Avantgarde, alongside her own unreleased cut Can’t Control It, made this one feel personal and powerful.

A perfectly crafted session to elevate your Saturday.

With love and sound,

Sebastiaan

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Published on November 30, 2025 00:08

November 25, 2025

The Midnight Project #182

The Midnight Project #182

Good morning! Every Wednesday, I feel the energy of this community growing, from the early risers tuning in at 6 AM CET to the 60,000+ who lock in later on DI.FM. It's more than just music; it’s momentum, connection, and purpose.

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Power from Adam Beyer, Juheun, UMEK, Simina Grigoriu, METODI, and a drop from me, Transmitter. Full focus, high velocity.
👉 https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

Last week on DI.FM, we welcomed Poly Powder for a stunning guest mix. Today, Sagia takes over the second hour, with a sound that’s deep, refined, and full of intention.

As this community continues to evolve, I’d love to hear from you.
What would you like to hear in the 2025 End-Of-Year mix?

Hit reply and let me know, I read every message.

With love and sound,
Sebastiaan

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Published on November 25, 2025 21:00

November 23, 2025

Poly Powder at The Midnight Project

Poly Powder at The Midnight Project

Hey Midnighters,

This week’s guest mix comes from a name that’s been making serious waves in the scene: Poly Powder. Known for emotional depth and dancefloor power, he’s delivered a high-impact mix filled with unreleased heat and future-forward collaborations.

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The set opens with his own Sunset Remix of Tiësto’s classic “Adagio for Strings,” a cinematic start that sets the tone for what’s ahead. From there, it’s an all-original journey packed with exclusives. You’ll hear collaborations with Van Snyder, Davey Asprey, Patrick Scuro, JAN DE VICE, and more. Several IDs are locked in with future release dates, all the way into 2026.

“Echoes of the Future,” edited by Markus Schulz for ISOS, is a standout moment. “Heart of Acid” with Select Avenue hits hard with that hypnotic acid edge, while “Lose Control” and “Shelter in the Dark” carry serious emotional weight.

This mix is all Poly Powder. No fillers. No fluff. Just the real thing.

Check out the full playlist right here:
👉 https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

Thanks for tuning in and supporting these moments. More guest mixes on the way.

With love and sound,
Sebastiaan

Tracklist Poly Powder at The Midnight ProjectTiesto – Adagio for Strings (Poly Powder “Sunset Remix”)Poly Powder, Davey Asprey – Echoes of the Future (Markus Schulz ISOS Edit)Poly Powder, Van Snyder – Love Like You (Extended Mix)Poly Powder, Patrick Scuro – ID 1 (03/2026)Poly Powder – Shelter in the Dark (Extended Mix)Poly Powder, Van Snyder – Rave Control (Extended Mix)Poly Powder, Endica – ID 2Poly Powder, Van Snyder, TOROK – Party Hard (Extended Mix)Poly Powder, Select Avenue – Heart of Acid (Extended Mix)Poly Powder, Kyros – ID 3Poly Powder, Van Snyder – Techno DreamPoly Poly Powder, JAN DE VICE – ID 4 (12/2025)Poly Powder, JAN DE VICE – ID 5Poly Powder, Van Snyder – ID 6 (04/2026)Poly Powder, Justrin – Lose Control (Extended Mix)Poly Powder, Jau(ff)rey – ID (02/2026)Poly Powder – Deep in my Minde (Original Mix)
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Published on November 23, 2025 11:29

November 18, 2025

The Midnight Project #181

The Midnight Project #181

It’s Wednesday, which means a brand-new episode is now live; ready to fire up your day, your night, or that in-between moment when only techno makes sense.

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We open strong with the Massano & Doriann remix of “Your Mind” by Adam Beyer & Bart Skils, and from there the pressure only builds. A big highlight early in the set: Slim Black’s remix of Layton Giordani’s “Hold It Down,” it’s punchy, driving, and available as a free download on Slim Black’s SoundCloud.

Mid-set, I brought back one that means a lot to me: “Vault.” A classic that still holds the line. Around it, you’ll hear new sounds from Alan Fitzpatrick, Simina Grigoriu, UMEK, NAEMS, GIULIA (IT), and more. Building toward a heavy, acid-fueled finish.

You can get the full tracklist here:
👉 https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

And now, let me take you behind the scenes for a minute… The Midnight Project #181 One of the first online radio networks to go live in 1999, DI.FM has grown into a destination and lifestyle for over 3 million unique listeners who tune in every month. DI.FM offers something unique for every electronic music fan, no matter what style of music you love.

The Midnight Project started on my laptop, with big ideas. Over time, it grew, not just in reach, but in community. Now, it’s airing weekly on DI.FM to over 60,000 global listeners, and is being broadcast on FM stations from Turkey to Holland. That means this sound, our sound, is riding the real airwaves, from car radios in Istanbul to backrooms in Rotterdam.

But the digital side is just as strong. The show lives online with full support from the 1001Tracklists community, where IAMSVRP consistently uploads each episode so Midnighters worldwide can follow every moment. And once a year, during ADE in Amsterdam, the 1001 founders invite me out for a caipirinha at their award show, to celebrate the project and this community we’ve built together.

None of this would have happened without your support. You keep showing up, sharing the vibe, and pushing this sound forward.

See you next week, same time, same mission.

With love and sound,
Sebastiaan

The Midnight Project 181 Tracklist

00:00:00 Adam Beyer & Bart Skils - Your Mind (Massano & Doriann Remix) [Drumcode]
00:05:02 Layton Giordani - Hold It Down (Slim Black Extended Remix)
00:09:39 Stephan Gee - Release Yourself (Original Mix) [Dirty Dance Records]
00:13:44 METODI, Sisters Cap - Motivation (Original Mix) [Set About Music]
00:18:15 Sebastiaan Hooft - Vault (Original Mix) [Redesign Records]
00:22:17 Alan Fitzpatrick, HYBRD - Career Advice (Original Mix) [We Are The Brave]
00:26:21 NAEMS - Rulers of the Night [Kurai Records]
00:29:37 UMEK - ECHOES IN MY MIND [1605]
00:34:39 Simina Grigoriu - Love Honey [DCLTD]
00:38:33 Jan De Vice, NAEMS - Acid Mthfckr [Kurai Records]
00:41:14 GIULIA (IT) - Acid Love [Kurai Records]
00:46:05 Diego Amaro - Dont Call Me (Original Mix) [IAMT Music Group]
00:50:23 Giorgia Angiuli - Acid Temple [Kurai Records]
00:52:32 Felix - Don't You Want Me (Stretch's Edit)
00:56:13 Zeltak - Acid Phonk [Kurai Records]

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Published on November 18, 2025 21:00

November 16, 2025

The Ibiza Techno System: How I Create, Perform, and Live as a Techno DJ on the Island

The Ibiza Techno System: How I Create, Perform, and Live as a Techno DJ on the Island

On stormy mornings in Ibiza, I make a coffee, step outside with Bo, and listen.

Waves, wind, distant traffic, planes lifting off, the low hum of the island waking up. Before I open the studio door, I’m already composing: rhythm, tension, release.

This is my life as an Ibiza techno DJ and producer.

My name is Sebastiaan Hooft, a Dutch-born, Ibiza-based, dedicated to techno, health, and consistent creativity.

Who I Am

Before relocating to Ibiza, I founded companies that grew into the Deloitte Fast 500 Europe Top 10.
I wrote the bestselling book "Redesign" and coached entrepreneurs on achieving sustainable performance.

Today, my world is structured around three elements:

Techno producing and playing peak-time, rolling, hypnotic techno.Health the foundation that fuels long studio days and high-energy nights.Systems structured routines that allow creativity to become a daily output, not a lucky accident.

I host:

The Midnight ProjectIn Session IbizaUnderground Frequencies

And I run Redesign Records, my label for modern, Ibiza-driven techno.

My Techno Sound

If I summarise it:

Peak-time pressure with a clear mind.

More technically, my sound includes:

4/4 mechanical driverumble low-endrolling basslinespercussive top-end movementlong tension-and-release arcsatmospheric drones inspired by Ibiza

I want each track and set to feel like a journey through energy and clarity.

Why Ibiza Shapes My Music

Ibiza is a contrast engine.

Quiet mornings and loud nights.
Sunrise calm and peak-time chaos.
Nature, nightlife, recovery, momentum.

A typical day in my creative system:

Early morning walk with Bo, stretch, slow coffeeLate morning deep studio block (sound design, arrangement)Afternoon Redesign Records, admin, radio prepEvening second studio block or a setLate night club, Tomorrowland Rooftop Sessions, or note-taking

The climate, the colours, the people; they shape the emotional tone of my tracks.

Inside My Studio Workflow

I treat my production work like a laboratory; a structured, disciplined, and purpose-built space.

1. Kick & Bass

Everything starts with the low-end.
Rumble, weight, precision.

2. Groove & Percussion

Energy comes from movement, claps, shuffled hats, and transient layers.

3. Atmosphere & Drones

Long evolving beds that create tension and depth.

4. Structure & Energy Mapping

16/32/64-bar arcs for DJs to ride.
Build → hold → break → release.

5. Testing & Refining

Car, club, headphones, radio.
Notes, adjustments, more notes.

Every track must answer the question:
Does it move the room?

How I Use AI in Music and Creativity

AI amplifies my workflow — but doesn’t replace human taste.

I use AI for:

arrangement suggestionsstructure analysismastering referencesmetadata and positioningvisual conceptstrend monitoringplaylist alignmentworkflow optimisation

AI speeds up the process.
I still decide the taste.

Redesign Records

Redesign Records focuses on:

modern, Ibiza-inspired technodisciplined sound-engineering standardsemerging artistsclub-ready releasesAI-supported A&R insights

The label connects underground energy with professional, consistent execution.

My Radio Shows

You can hear my sets and IDs on:

The Midnight Project

Peak-time, late-night energy.

In Session Ibiza

The island's pulse in one hour.

Underground Frequencies

Forward-leaning techno, early signals from the underground.

These shows serve as testing grounds for IDs and new releases.

Health & High-Performance as a DJ

A chaotic lifestyle kills creativity.

I’ve coached hundreds of entrepreneurs, and I’ve seen how burnout erodes talent.
That’s why my system is built on:

sleep disciplinenutritionmovementsunlightboundariestime with Caroline and Bo

Techno requires clarity, not chaos.

What You’ll Find Here

This website is the centre of my creative universe.
Here you’ll find:

new releasesIbiza DJ setsbehind-the-scenes production insightAI tools in musiclong-form reflectionsRedesign Records updatescreative routineslifestyle systems

If you’re into techno, Ibiza, high-performance creativity, or AI in music, you’re in the right place.

Read Next

To dive deeper into my world:

The Story Behind Redesign RecordsStay Connected

If you want to stay updated on new mixes, releases, and Ibiza insights:

👉 Subscribe to my newsletter
👉 Follow my radio shows
👉 Join the Redesign Records community

This is the system behind the music.
The island provides the energy.
I provide the discipline.
Techno is where the two meet.

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November 14, 2025

Sam WOLFE at The Midnight Project

Sam WOLFE at The Midnight Project

Hey Midnighters!

This week’s guest mix is coming in hot.

Sam WOLFE takes over with a high-impact set packed with intensity, attitude, and a full arsenal of unreleased heat. If you’ve been watching his rise across the techno scene, this mix shows exactly why he’s the one to watch.

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From the opening track, a wild "Yes B!TCH" intro edit with Danny Avila and HNTR, you know you're in for a ride. Sam flips Odd Mob, Porter Robinson, Pryda, Soft Cell, and Beltram with his signature dark-tech energy, and drops more than 10 exclusive IDs and bootlegs that you won't hear anywhere else. This artist is fully committed.

Standout moments include his hypnotic remix of "Language," a tension-filled take on "Tainted Love" with Jamie Jones, and a massive closing ID with JD Farrell that features a Central Cee vocal twist. Every minute of this mix is designed to hit hard and stay with you.

Get ready for 60 minutes of raw creativity, heavy edits, and the full weight of Sam WOLFE in control.

Thanks for tuning in. Let me know which track hit you the hardest.

See you next week,

Sebastiaan

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Published on November 14, 2025 21:00

November 11, 2025

The Midnight Project #180

The Midnight Project #180

It’s 6 AM. Let’s go.
This community is more than listeners; it’s a worldwide movement of like-minded souls. Every week, we come together in the sound and move things forward.

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Episode #180 is pure momentum. We kick off with LUSU on Drumcode and fire straight into standout cuts from Simina Grigoriu (dropping two monsters), KURA, Franco Smith, and Marco Faraone with a ruthless extended mix. Nicole Moudaber teams up with Space 92 for a dark, driving highlight, and we close with Bruno Power’s wild rework of “Short Dick Man.” It’s unexpected, it’s cheeky, it slaps.

👉 Full tracklist and play:
https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

Guest Mix: Sam WOLFEThe Midnight Project #180


This week’s guest mix comes from Sam WOLFE, who’s on an absolute tear through the techno scene. His sound is heavy, hypnotic, and built for peak energy. If you’ve seen his name on US-festival flyers lately, this set shows you why.

👉 Today 4 PM (CET): https://www.di.fm/shows/the-midnight-project

Celebrating Ibiza

This week, we’re also celebrating something personal: one year since moving to our new home in the south of Ibiza.

The Midnight Project #180There was a cake box on the counter, the sun rising over the hills, and a deep feeling that this was the right place to grow. One year in our new home on Ibiza.

Ibiza gives me space. Space to create, reset, and listen.
It’s shaped the sound of The Midnight Project in ways I couldn’t have imagined, more clarity, more intention, more truth in every track.

As always, please continue to send me links to new producers and hot tracks to include in our weekly dose of energy.

Thanks for being on this journey with me.

See you next Wednesday,
Sebastiaan

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Published on November 11, 2025 21:00

November 7, 2025

Francesca Fagiani at The Midnight Project

Francesca Fagiani at The Midnight Project

Hey Midnighters,

Part 2 of The Midnight Project #179 is here, and this week, I'm proud to welcome Francesca Fagiani to the show.

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Her guest mix is a masterclass in precision and emotion. Francesca brings a raw, hypnotic energy that reflects exactly what this community stands for. Focus, movement, and music with intention. This set is deep, powerful, and designed for those who live the techno lifestyle to the fullest. Whether you're pushing through a long run, in the zone at work, or riding out the night, this mix will carry you all the way.

Expect a blend of personal edits, unreleased tracks, and signature selections that showcase why Francesca is one of the names to watch in the scene.

👉 Full tracklist:
https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

Francesca, thank you for joining the movement and sharing your sound with the Midnighters around the world. And to everyone tuning in — keep living with clarity, keep choosing growth, and never stop moving forward.

See you next week.

Sebastiaan

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Published on November 07, 2025 21:00

November 4, 2025

The Midnight Project #179

The Midnight Project #179

Episode #179 of The Midnight Project is now live. This one’s built for those moments when you need to power through, whether that’s in training, deep work, or simply carving out space for yourself.

👉 Full tracklist and stream:
https://www.1001tracklists.com/source/80bhhv/the-midnight-project/index.html

We open with LUSU’s “Afterlife” on Drumcode, followed by a sharp run of tracks from IAMT Music Group, including Boges, Kai State, and Gonzalo F. Thomas Schumacher gets reimagined by A.D.H.S., Saytek brings his raw live style, and the show closes with cinematic force from Pleasurekraft and Zimmz.

Uphill battle in electronic musicThe Midnight Project #179Nadine Pertsch (Doors Open): "You are what you practice"

At ADE, I attended a breakfast session on bias in the music industry, led by Nadine Pertsch and hosted by BumaStemra. The room was alive with honesty and courage. Stories were shared about the uphill battle women still face in electronic music, not being taken seriously, being booked for the wrong reasons, or being pushed out.

It made me reflect on my own role. The truth is, most shows feature male artists. On my label, 90% of the producers are male. That’s something I take seriously. I want every voice to be heard and every talent to have a platform to share their music.

So here’s my ask:

If you're a female or gender-diverse techno producer reading this, I want to hear your music. drop your track

I listen to everything. I’m looking for tracks that convey power, clarity, and purpose. Music that reflects the same energy you bring to your craft. Let’s open more doors, together.

Thanks for being part of this movement. Let’s keep showing up, listening with intention, and building something better; one track, one mix, one connection at a time.

See you next week.

Sebastiaan

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Published on November 04, 2025 21:00