AMF TEAMS UP WITH APPLE MUSIC FOR 2025 EDITION

From the Johan Cruijff ArenA to living rooms worldwide, AMF and Apple Music join forces to capture the world’s top DJs in Dolby Atmos, and make their unforgettable sets available for fans to experience in Spatial Audio after the festival.

For the first time ever, Insomniac Europe’s AMF is teaming up  with Apple Music to create a groundbreaking global stage for dance music, recorded live at Amsterdam Dance Event. Exclusive performances from AMF 2025 at the Johan Cruijff ArenA will be captured in Dolby Atmos, bringing the festival’s unmatched energy to fans worldwide. These sets will later be released in incredible Spatial Audio on Apple Music, so listeners everywhere can experience the sound and atmosphere of AMF like never before.

“We’re constantly looking for new ways to bring AMF to a bigger audience here at Insomniac Europe. When we combine our expertise in show production with the top electronic music acts worldwide, it’s an experience we feel is worthy of a global audience. Partnering with Apple Music this year allows us to capture the event in a way we haven’t been able to before, and serve it up to fans across the world for them to enjoy for years to come.”  – Dennis de Bruin, General Manager at Insomniac Europe.

This collaboration  marks a defining moment in electronic music, as AMF and Apple Music join forces to redefine how fans experience ADE’s biggest show. Using Apple Music’s cutting-edge Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos technology, performances from an incredible lineup, including Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, John Summit, MORTEN, Oliver Heldens, Sara Landry, Gregor Salto and Sub Zero Project, will be captured in stunning, multidimensional sound and shared with AMF’s global audience.

“ADE continues to captivate dance music fans around the world and AMF is one of the week’s must-attend events. We’re thrilled to capture their sets and see listeners’ reactions when they (re)experience every beat in Spatial Audio on Apple Music.”  – Stephen Campbell, Apple Music's Global Head of Dance and Electronic

Held annually in the beating heart of Amsterdam, AMF stands as Amsterdam Dance Event’s largest and most iconic festival. A celebration of unity, sound, and scale that brings together 40,000 fans and the biggest names in electronic music. As Insomniac Europe’s flagship event, AMF captures the spirit of the global dance movement and transforms the Johan Cruijff ArenA into a cathedral of sound and light, becoming the world’s biggest nightclub for one night.

Now, through this collaboration with Apple Music, the experience will transcend borders, offering fans worldwide a front-row seat to the energy, artistry, and innovation that define AMF. Exclusive sets will be available to stream worldwide on Apple Music after the event, allowing fans to relive the festival’s most iconic moments long after the final beat drops. 

From Amsterdam to the world, AMF comes alive on Apple Music. 

Event information
Event: AMF
Location: Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam
Date: Saturday October 25th, 2025
Time: 21:00 - 06:00

Line-up
Armin van Buuren
Hardwell
John Summit
KI/KI
Miss Monique
MORTEN
Oliver Heldens
Sara Landry
Sub Zero Project
+ exclusive pre show set by AfroSalto (Afrojack B2B Gregor Salto)
+ II=I performance by Armin van Buuren and KI/KI

Tickets
AMF is offering five different ticket types this year, including Regular, VIP, and VIP Premium tickets. Early Access tickets grant attendees exclusive entry to a pre-show experience, while VIP Premium tickets provide access to an exclusive lounge, delivering the ultimate AMF experience with a curated selection of food and drinks. A very limited number of Ravepit spots are also available, placing you right on stage below the DJ for an unforgettable experience. Secure your tickets now via amf-festival.com. 

EUTOPIA WAREHOUSE: EAST LONDON’S NEW 4000-CAPACITY MUSIC, ARTS & CULTURAL DESTINATION

Eutopia fully awakens this Halloween - transforming its interconnected warehouses and canal-side courtyard into a living, breathing cultural playground.

East London’s famous nocturnal landscape is set for transformation with the arrival of Eutopia - a bold new 4,000-capacity indoor–outdoor music, arts and cultural space set across three interlinked warehouses and a sprawling open-air courtyard on the River Roding in Barking.

Following a £1.5 million reimagining of a former industrial site, Eutopia blends raw architectural heritage with contemporary design and world-class d&b Audiotechnik sound systems. A series of soft launch test events have already taken place at the site which is now fully operational. The result is a multi-dimensional venue built for exploration - where music, art and community collide under one roof and out into the open air.

Designed as a flexible, future-facing hub for the next generation of London’s cultural landscape, Eutopia will host everything from large-scale live shows, club events and festivals to exhibitions and local community events - each experience shaped by high-spec production, immersive design, and a community-first ethos.

Eutopia has already enlisted some of the most respected names in UK and international music culture. Promoters confirmed for the first wave of programming include; 51st State Festival, AEG, Appetite, Back to 95 (25th Anniversary), Breakin Science, Centerforce, Dance On Arrival, HOWL, Moon Dance, Recess, Sankeys, Space Ibiza, World Dance and Zulu Nation, spanning everything from minimal and house to bass, Afro, amapiano and beyond.

Eutopia is multi-dimensional venue consisting of four large-scale arenas; 

• The Yard (1700 capacity) sits by the river - an open-air playground of sound, light and energy. With full staging, a bespoke pergola installation, raised dance platforms and elevated viewing areas, it’s designed for both intimacy and impact. Lined with seasonal foliage, art installations and street food traders, The Yard brings festival-scale atmosphere to a permanent East London setting. From sunlit afternoons to high-energy nights, The Yard is a place to explore, eat, dance and get lost. Inside, three unique warehouses each offer a distinct experience and capacity.

• WHS 1 (800 capacity) - An immersive, tunnel-like room inspired by the golden age of New York club culture and London’s underground heritage. Precision-tuned d&b Audiotechnik sound, raised dance platforms and bespoke lighting make it the heartbeat of Eutopia.

• WHS 2 (1,200 capacity) - A vast, reconfigurable space built for scale and versatility. With both 360° and end-stage formats, it’s designed for club nights, live concerts, brand launches and large-scale cultural events.

• WHS 3 (800 capacity) - The most intimate and design-led of the trio, this warehouse will host curated performances, exhibitions and social gatherings. The next phase of development will see WHS 3 evolve into a cocktail bar and listening space, hosting listening sessions, label launches and community-focused culture and lifestyle events.

Eutopia is led by a powerhouse team with more than a century of combined experience across music, events and culture:

• Michael Hughes - A pioneering figure in UK club culture and radio, founder of landmark events Garage City, Back to 95 and Groove Odyssey, and a long-standing advocate for authentic house music.

• Nikki Gordon - Co-founder of We Are FSTVL and former Head of Ministry of Sound, bringing almost three decades of creative and operational leadership.

• Will Paterson - Veteran promoter behind over 20 festivals and 11 London venues, known for his work in artist development, large-scale events and mentoring future talent.

• Tom Ranger - Acclaimed curator and programmer behind Dreamland Margate, Oval Space, Annabel’s, Percolate Live and Live Nation’s Soundcrash division, now consulting and programming events globally through Something Goes Right.

Combining world-class production with a community-first vision, Eutopia is set to redefine large-scale venues in London - a creative sanctuary built from the bones of East London’s industrial past, looking firmly to the future. Eutopia opens fully from Halloween 2025.

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Eutopia Warehouse

42 River Road, Barking, London, IG11 0DW

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EXPERIENCE MEETS THE NEW GENERATION: MANO MEIJER AND MITCHELL KERKHOF JOIN FORCES IN LYRA, THE NEW MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR HARD DANCE TALENT

Two heavyweights from the electronic music scene are joining forces to launch LYRA, a new artist management agency fully dedicated to nurturing emerging talent in the fastest-growing segment of the dance industry: Hard Techno and Hard Dance.
 
Hard Dance has long been a popular and influential genre within the global dance music industry. In recent years, it has evolved from a niche movement into an international phenomenon with strong commercial success. The explosive growth of festivals and the worldwide popularity of artists highlight how Hard Techno in particular has firmly rooted itself both domestically and internationally.
 
Mano Meijer, founder of This Is My House, brings over twenty years of experience in the scene. He currently manages Maddix, Winson, Mr. Polska, Nifra, Marie Vaunt, Stan Christ, Sacha Harland, IOSIO, and The Rocketman, and has played a pivotal role in the careers of many other major names. Known for his keen eye for talent and a proven track record in strategic artist development, Meijer has made a lasting impact across multiple generations of electronic music.
 
Mitchell Kerkhof, founder of Odysseys, has in recent years built impressive careers for Fantasm, Klofama, and Karah. He has been instrumental in shaping strategic decisions that elevated artist profiles in terms of both branding and positioning. In addition, he has delivered large-scale shows and events that not only left a mark but also resonated with a generation of artists and fans who engage with the industry in their own unique way.
 
With LYRA, Meijer and Kerkhof combine their experience, networks, and vision to create a specialized platform. LYRA aims to build the next generation of Hard Dance stars through a long-term strategic approach, personalized guidance, and international positioning. By merging their combined expertise with a fresh perspective on the new generation, they form a powerful combination of knowledge and innovation.
 
“With LYRA, we want to create a space where talent is not only represented and supported in day-to-day operations,” says Meijer, “but also where artists are trained and guided on how to strategically leverage their own DNA to steer their careers in the right direction.”
 
Kerkhof adds: “The industry has changed incredibly fast over the past five years. Today’s artists think differently, work differently, and communicate differently. If you don’t adapt to that, you’ll be left behind.”
 
The current LYRA roster includes FANTASM, KLOFAMA, WINSON, STAN CHRIST AND KARAH, a selection of artists with strong momentum and a clear vision for the future. The roster will continue to expand in the coming months.