When it comes to Hardstyle, it’s impossible to argue the fact that any artist has had a bigger impact on the genre than Headhunterz. From the moment his first records were released, his unique melodic and energetic take on the genre sparked a new movement within the international music scene. A rise unparalleled, Headhunterz continues to take Hardstyle to new heights. 

Willem Rebergen, better known as Headhunterz, kicked off his DJ career over a decade ago. A visit to Qlimax 2003 lit a spark in Willem, leading to an uncontrollable wildfire, as he dedicated himself to becoming the best producer in the genre. His originals, as well as the album he made with Wildstylez under the Project One moniker, redefined the hardstyle sound of the late 2000’s. Headhunterz’ new take on hardstyle music made the genre grow into an international phenomenon and become something worldly. 

From 2014-2017, Headhunterz took on a new challenge and found himself headlining major festivals like Ultra Music Festival, Coachella and EDC, making him explore the boundaries of his own, musical imagination and discover new parts of the world as well as different territories within the electronic dance scene. Though it did trigger his creativity, Willem became homesick, missing his beloved hardstyle scene. In 2017, in front of 60,000 ecstatic fans who thought they had lost their hero, he announced his comeback to hardstyle at Defqon.1. With open arms, the community embraced him, as he travelled the world to celebrate his return with fans, old and new. It took him to 125 performances across 34 countries in 2018 alone, a journey which inspired him to create ‘The Return of Headhunterz’, an album that tied past, present and future together. Surpassing 15 million streams on Spotify, the album – along with his No. 28 position in the 2018 DJ Mag Top 100, showed that, no matter the adventures Headhunterz would undertake, he’ll always find a warm welcome in his home base.

The album also marked the launch of a new label – ART OF CREATION, with his colleague Wildstylez. A creative and dynamic platform that bridges the gap between music makers and community. At the same time, Headhunterz relaunched the HARD with STYLE Podcast, recorded live from a brand new studio, with state-of-the-art equipment and sound. This is where new Headhunterz music comes to life, plans to conquer new territory for his tribe are forged and the one thing reigns that will always remain Headhunterz’ greatest achievement; the music from within.

Deep and Melodic House, Techno, Progressive House, Quality Trance, plus a few curveballs we don’t usually play — but love because they’re pure therapy.

Talla 2XLC is one of the first pioneers of electronic music and in his career as a DJ, producer and eventmanager with over four decades of experience he has released numerous albums singles and remixes under several aliases.

He played in clubs and at festivals worldwide, being known for his high-energy DJ sets and his ability to get crowds moving on the dance floor.

His style is characterized by driving beats, melodic synths and uplifting melodies, but he has reinvented himself many times and plays masterfully in different electronic music genres like Techno, Trance and Progressive.

In addition Talla 2XLC is also the founder of the Technoclub, the most popular electronic music event in Germany. Therefore he brought many international artists to Germany, consistently pushing the global dance scene and bringing excitement to the electronic community.

Godskitchen is an international nightlife institution, pioneering the latest in production technology and electronic music to every major territory in the world.

James Lynas known as "The Real Trance Family" has been banging out some serious tunes for as long as he has known.

Back in 2016, when the Trance Family Page went viral, he got the opportunity to play at Dream State in California, ATT in London and even got to meet the king of Trance himself, Armin Van Buuran and hitched a ride whilst in Belfast.

Just enjoy the journey!

Booking enquiries: progressions.asia@gmail.com
Professional affiliations: Progressions Asia (Singapore)

About arif rajab:
I found transcendence with Trance music. So I became a DJ because I wanted to share these moments where we're lost in the music with like-minded people. I realised I had quite good taste in music as well, the hundreds (and twice, thousands,) I've played can attest to that :D 

Through my live sets and promo-mixes, I want to share with you, Trance music lovers or not, what the music is all about. My style mixes the classics with the current sounds, taking you on journey where you discover the genre through the timeless and the new. 

Till we meet again, stay safe ;)

About Progressions Asia (Singapore):
Progressions saw the light of day in 19 July 2003 when Centro 360 (Singapore) wanted to create a localised monthly club night. It was styled very much in the same vein as Godskitchen and Gatecrasher where the music championed would be anything melodious and uplifting; from breaks to progressive house to quality trance.

The success of the debut gig was a sheer indication of the team's direction, which hit dead centre with what the clubbing community was starving for a feel-good vibe and a musically-focused event.

From there forth, spearheaded by Singapore's pioneering progressive trance deejay Yukun, Progressions became a monthly highlight at Centro 360. It eventually spawned another locally created brand night called Space 2020 which had Yukun sparring off with his international counterparts. Both events saw high revenue returns for the club.

With the closure of Centro 360, the legendary Liquid Room seized the opportunity to offer themselves as the new home of Progressions. They were right on the money. The brand also supported the club's own Trance brand (Acceleration) which saw many debuts like Andy Moor, Thrillseekers and etc...

Progressions next moved to the defunct Onyx at One Fullerton and continued it's successful reign as the country's most consistent and prominent club brand night. It also supported the club's international trance night (Transient) and hosted luminaries like Gareth Emery, John Askew, Kyau vs Albert, Misja Helsloot, Solarstone, Mike Koglin, Lange, Cor Fijneman and many more.

We are also on Mixcloud
Mixmag Asia Radio is also on www.mixcloud.com/mixmagasia, and Premieres & Audio Asia tracks will follow soon!

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