Only love @ Hartstocht ❤️
This edition was truly special! 
My very first time invited to play a set. But what makes Hartstocht unique isn’t just the dj’s or the music, but the love, warmth and energy from all of you on the dancefloor. Pure magic 🙏

HARTSTOCHT 2025

Massimo Conecto: The Journey of a passionate dj

Born Dirk Stommels aka Massimo Conecto has carved a niche for himself in the world of music since 1999, becoming a celebrated dj known for his boundless passion and eclectic taste across various musical styles. His musical journey began in his childhood, inspired significantly by his grandfather, a jazz musician who had the honor of playing alongside the legendary Toots Thielemans. This early exposure to jazz ignited Dirk's lifelong love for music, but it was the rise of house music that truly inspired and set him on his current path.

Dirk's entry into the dj scene was accidental ; a simple question—“Do you have any cd’s in the car to play some music?”—led him to his first gig, marking the crucial start of his dj-career. 

Dirk needed a stage name, and it was during a meeting with the talented dj Ken Bleys that he was introduced to the name Massimo Conecto. Ken recognized Dirk's unique ability to connect people, especially through music, and the name was a perfect fit.

Over the years, Massimo Conecto has evolved as a dj, performing at a variety of events both in Belgium and internationally. His performances at private parties, Karma Lodge in South Africa, and the vibrant Kae Funk in Zanzibar showcase his versatility and appeal. Notable appearances at Café d’Anvers and Floorfiller Festival in his homeland became annual highlights,  manifesting his growing influence in the music scene.

In recent years, Massimo has played at prestigious afterparty’s for major events such as Defected Croatia and he recently returned to Zanzibar, further solidifying his international presence. As a resident dj and organizer for the Journey of Love events, he has been instrumental in creating unforgettable experiences at already legendary gatherings like The Theatre of Love, The Library of Love,  The Palace of Love and The Cruise of Love. While he has mastered various musical styles, Massimo is currently embracing Melodic/Techno and Progressive House, indicating an exciting new chapter in his musical evolution.

As whispers circulate about his plans to produce his own music, Massimo Conecto remains committed to his core identity: connecting the right people at the right place through the universal language of music. For him, music is not just sound; it is a deeply felt emotion that lies at the heart of humanity. 

Massimo Conecto is not just a dj, he is a bridge between people and emotions, crafting memorable moments through the transformative power of music.


Booking and info massimoconecto@gmail.com

We have two lives, and the second begins when we realize we only have one.

Spootnik's Links:
https://linktr.ee/dj_spootnik

Recent Past Events:
23-08-2025 Darkspace (acid/techno set)
22-03-2025 Derailed @ Edo 010 (techno set)
22-02-2025 DKH+Kombativ @ Edo R'dam NL
11-01-2025 Sowieso Ongehoorzaam & Pikobello
01-01-2025 Hocus Pocus NYE Rave NL
28-12-2024 Alphatek LiveStream (on twitch.tv)
14-12-2024 TeknoCafe @ Musicon the Hague NL
04-10-2024 TeknoCafe @ Musicon the Hague NL

Contact/Bookings:
dj_spootnik@live.nl

Bio:

Spootnik started producing and mixing vinyls at the age of 12. When he heard electronic dance music for the 1st time in the early 90’s he became hooked for life. At the beginning of the new millennium he got introduced to freetekno raves and this is where his story began.

After playing on various soundsystems in the early 00’s, he and two friends started DVS (dikke vinger soundsystem) in 2008. Organising most memorable raveparties throughout the Netherlands and Belgium up till 2013.

In 2007 spootnik played his 1st set at a venue for Zodiak14 by Zodiak Commune. After that spootnik became a regularly booked dj at hardcore, techno and legally organised acid/tekno raves as well. In 2010 he joined PLUR events as a resident dj on their parties.

In 2013 spootnik and PLUR events organised the 1st edition of RETTEKETEKNO in a venue near Amsterdam, working together with soundsystems chewbakka, lsd, rumoer, fubar, dvs and offcores. What started little grew out to be a well known party concept of 2 area’s with visual artists, big speakerwalls, merchandise stands, international dj’s and live acts in it’s own original atmosphere. After 7 editions, the last edition was held in 2016.

Around 2010 spootnik started playing more abroad as well. Mostly in Eastern Germany and Belgium. His highlights were his performances at Tacheles and the Fuckparade in Berlin. Spootnik was also involved in the start up of # 23, but after 2015 went his own way.

At the end of 2016 spootnik took a break from dj‘ing for a few years. It was in the covid period around 2021 when he slowly became more active again, playing at local raves and doing some streams. In 2023 he played for DKH at the big New Years Eve rave in Sombreffe (BE) and later that year at the 25th anniversary of Acid Anonymous multirave on the dutch/german border. He also made his comeback in the club at OUTERSPACE 8.

Spootnik’s way of mixing vinyls can be discribed as original and energetic. He likes to combine different styles and sub-genres into a story of it’s own, always searching for the edges, building up tempo and atmosphere. When spootnik is behind the decks you will notice.