Qlimax

Qlimax is an annual hardstyle and hard dance event in the Netherlands. It is a major attraction held by Q-dance, and considered to be one of the leading hardstyle events, attracting nearly 30,000 people annually. It contains some of the most sophisticated production and setup, as well as sound system for any Q-dance event.

Qlimax
The laser show during Qlimax
GenreHardstyle, Hardcore, Hardhouse, Hard trance (formerly) , Subground (formerly)
Location(s)Netherlands
Years active2000-present
Founded byQ-dance
WebsiteQ-dance Website

History

During the first few years following Qlimax's debut, the event used to have several editions each year. Since 2004, it was changed to the third or fourth week of November. At first it was held at the Beursgebouw (Eindhoven) and then moved to various other venues such as the SilverDome (Zoetermeer) and AFAS Live (Amsterdam), but has now settled at the GelreDome (Arnhem).

Artists and event

Many artists consider being chosen to play at Qlimax as a highlight since the event is used to showcase the most successful artists in their respective genre. The beginning saw the lineup featuring genres ranging from Hardhouse to Techno. This was changed to traditionally begin with one Hardtrance act, numerous Hardstyle acts and then finish off with one Hardcore/Gabber act. This was changed in 2008 with the removal of the Jumpstyle act and in 2009 with the replacement of the Hardtrance act to one playing early Hardstyle.

The sound, light, pyrotechnic and stage setup at Qlimax is substantial. Around 350 L'Acoustics speaker boxes are deployed in the arena, with a majority being suspended from the ceiling. The conventional part of the lighting setup is controlled from 3 light desks, and the laser show is done by a certified laser show operator. FOH is placed out in the crowd, giving the technicians the overview they need, as well as the sound coverage needed to ensure everyone is having the most ideal possible sound at all times.

Anthems

Like most of the Q-dance events, an anthem is made every year by the headlining DJ (with the exception of 2001 and 2002) to represent that edition. Below is a list of the anthems for each edition:

Dutch Anthems

  • 2003: The Prophet - Follow the Leader
  • 2003: Deepack - The Prophecy
  • 2004: Future Tribes - Deadlock (Unofficial)
  • 2005: DJ Zany - Science & Religion
  • 2006: Alpha² - The Dark Side (Co-Produced By JDX)
  • 2007: Headhunterz - The Power of the Mind
  • 2008: Technoboy - Next Dimensional World
  • 2009: D-Block & S-te-Fan - The Nature Of Our Mind
  • 2010: Brennan Heart - Alternate Reality
  • 2011: Zatox - No Way Back
  • 2012: Psyko Punkz - Fate or Fortune
  • 2013: Gunz For Hire ft. Ruffian - Immortal Essence
  • 2014: Noisecontrollers - The Source Code of Creation
  • 2015: Atmozfears - Equilibrium
  • 2016: Coone - Rise of the Celestials
  • 2017: Wildstylez - Temple of Light
  • 2018: Sub Zero Project - The Game Changer
  • 2019: B-Front - Symphony of Shadows

Editions
YearDateLocationThemeAnthemMCLineup
20003 JuneBeursgebouw, Eindhoven (Holland)N/AN/ARuffianCaptain Tinrib, Dana, Nick Sentience, and Pavo
20012 JuneHeineken Music Hall, AmsterdamN/AN/ARuffianAcid Junkies, Alpha Twins, Bas & Ram, Dana, Gary D, Jon The Baptist, Kai Tracid, Lisa Loud, Marco V, Michel de Hey, and Mauro Picotto
20026 AprilThialf Stadion, HeerenveenCosmosN/ARuffianCaptain Tinrib (Live), Cosmic Spoils, Dana, Gary D, Kai Tracid, Pavo, Technoboy, and Warmduscher
200221 SeptemberSilverDome, ZoetermeerInfectionN/ARuffianAlpha Twins, Bas & Ram, Charly Lownoise, Dana, The Darkman, Gizmo, Haze & Abyss, DJ Isaac, Luna, Melanie de Tria, Pavo, Pila, Sunny D, Technoboy, and Zenith
200312 AprilThialf Stadion, HeerenveenFollow The LeaderThe Prophet - Follow The Leader (official)RuffianDana, Gary D, Isaac, Luna, Pavo, Pila, Super Marco May, Technoboy, The Prophet (anthem show), and Zenith
200322 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemThe ProphecyDeepack - The Prophecy (official)RuffianBas & Ram, Daniele Mondello, Deepack (anthem show), Kai Tracid, Luna, Max B Grant, Pavo, The Prophet, Technoboy, and Bass D & King Matthew
200427 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemDestiny's PathFuture Tribes - Deadlock (not official)Mouth Of MadnessCharly Lownoise, Dana, Luna, Igor S, Outblast, Pavo, Technoboy & The Prophet, and Zany
200519 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemScience & ReligionDJ Zany - Science & Religion (official)RuffianBas & Ram, The Beholder & Ballistic, Pila, Zany (anthem show), The Prophet, Luna, DJ Isaac, Alpha Twins, Technoboy, and Vince
200625 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemThe DarksideAlpha Twins - The Darkside (co-production by JDX) (official)RuffianAlpha Twins (anthem show), Dana, Luna, The Prophet feat. Headhunterz, Promo, DJ Ruthless, Showtek, Tatanka, Zany & Donkey Rollers (Live), and Yves de Ruyter
200717 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemThe Power Of The MindHeadhunterz - The Power Of The Mind (official)RuffianFausto, DJ Ghost, Brennan Heart, Showtek (feat. MC DV8), Headhunterz (Live) (anthem show), Technoboy, The Prophet & Zany, and DJ Neophyte
200822 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemNext Dimensional WorldTechnoboy - Next Dimensional World (official)RuffianMark Sherry, Showtek, Headhunterz (Live), Headhunterz & Wildstylez Pres. Project One, D-Block & S-te-Fan, Technoboy (anthem show), Tatanka, and Zany & Vince
200921 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemThe Nature Of Our MindD-Block & S-te-Fan - The Nature Of Our Mind (official)RuffianDJ Isaac, A-Lusion, Davide Sonar (Live), Brennan Heart, Technoboy, D-Block & S-te-Fan (anthem show), Headhunterz, Noisecontrollers (feat. MC Renegade), Deepack, and Noize Suppressor (LIVE)
201027 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemAlternate RealityBrennan Heart - Alternate Reality (official)RuffianPavelow, DJ Stephanie, Wildstylez, Wildstylez & Noisecontrollers (Surprise Act), TNT aka Technoboy & Tuneboy (Live), Brennan Heart (anthem show), D-Block & S-te-Fan, Psyko Punkz (Live), Zatox, and Endymion vs. Evil Activities
201126 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemExperiment DomeZatox - No Way Back (official)RuffianStana, Coone, Headhunterz, Zany & The Pitcher (feat. MC DV8), Noisecontrollers, Zatox (anthem show), Ran-D, Gunz For Hire, and The Prophet
201224 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemFate or FortunePsyko Punkz - Fate or Fortune (official)Ruffian (with Villain as a B2B MC)A*S*Y*S, Wildstylez, Frontliner, Isaac, Technoboy, Zatox, Psyko Punkz (anthem show), Brennan Heart, B-Front (feat. MC DV8), Adaro, and Evil Activities (feat. E-Life)
201323 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemImmortal EssenceGunz For Hire ft. Ruffian - Immortal (official)RuffianActi, Wildstylez & Max Enforcer, Code Black, Coone, Gunz For Hire (anthem show feat. Ruffian), Noisecontrollers, Zatox, Alpha Twins, and Mad Dog & Art of Fighters
201422 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemThe Source Code of CreationNoisecontrollers – The Source Code of Creation (official)RuffianAudiofreq & Technoboy, Headhunterz, Atmozfears, Frontliner, Noisecontrollers (anthem show), Ran-D, Crypsis, Endymion, The Viper, and Partyraiser
201521 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemEquilibriumAtmozfears - Equilibrium (official)VillainIsaac, Bass Modulators, Atmozfears (anthem show), Noisecontrollers & Wildstylez (90 minute set), Brennan Heart, Ran-D, Zatox & Adaro (DJ), Frequencerz, Deetox, and Tha Playah
201619 NovemberGelreDome, ArnhemRise Of The CelestialsCoone - Rise Of The Celestials (official)VillainTuneboy, Audiotricz, Brennan Heart (vs. Blademasterz), Coone (anthem show), Headhunterz & Wildstylez Pres. Project One, Bass Modulators, Frequencerz, B-Front, Angerfist, and Ran-D
2017 18 November GelreDome, Arnhem Temple of Light Wildstylez - Temple of Light (official) Villain TNT aka Technoboy & Tuneboy, D-Block & S-Te-Fan, Wildstylez (anthem show), Da Tweekaz, Noisecontrollers & Atmozfears, Frequencerz, Phuture Noize (Surprise Act), Sub Zero Project, Gunz for Hire, and N-Vitral
2018 24 November GelreDome, Arnhem The Game Changer Sub Zero Project - The Game Changer (official) Villain Luna, Sound Rush, Coone, Bass Modulators, Wildstylez (LIVE), Sub Zero Project (anthem show), Tweekacore, Phuture Noize, B-Freqz, and Dr. Peacock
2019 23 November GelreDome, Arnhem Symphony of Shadows B-Front - Symphony of Shadows (official) Villain The Qreator, Keltek, Sound Rush, D-Block & S-Te-Fan, HeadHunterz, B-Front (anthem show), Ran-D, D-Sturb, Rejecta, Radical Redemption (feat. MC Nolz), and Miss K8

Most significant artists
Artist 2000 2001 2002-1 2002-2 2003-1 2003-2 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Times performed
Technoboy 2002-1 2002-2 2003-1 2003-2 2004 2005 2007 2008 2009 2010 2012 2014 2017 13
Dana 2000 2001 2002-1 2002-2 2003-1 2004 2006 7
Headhunterz 2006 2007 2008 2009 2011 2014 2019 7
Luna 2002-2 2003-1 2003-2 2004 2005 2006 2018 7
Noisecontrollers 2009 2010 2011 2013 2014 2015 2017 7
The Prophet 2003-1 2003-2 2004 2005 2006 2007 2011 7
Brennan Heart 2007 2009 2010 2012 2015 2016 6
DJ Isaac 2002-2 2003-1 2005 2009 2012 2015 6
Pavo 2000 2002-1 2002-2 2003-1 2003-2 2004 6
Wildstylez 2010 2012 2013 2015 2017 2018 6
Zany 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2011 6
Alpha Twins 2001 2002-2 2005 2006 2013 5
D-Block & S-te-Fan 2008 2009 2010 2017 2019 5
Ran-D 2011 2014 2015 2016 2019 5
Zatox 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015 5
Bas & Ram 2001 2002-2 2003-2 2005 4
Coone 2011 2013 2016 2018 4
Atmozfears 2014 2015 2017 3
Bass Modulators 2015 2016 2018 3
B-Front 2012 2016 2019 3
Frequencerz 2015 2016 2017 3
Gary D 2001 2002-1 2003-1 3
Gunz For Hire 2011 2013 2017 3
Kai Tracid 2001 2002-1 2003-2 3
Pila 2002-2 2003-1 2005 3
Showtek 2006 2007 2008 3
Tuneboy 2010 2016 2017 3
Adaro 2012 2015 2
Captain Tinrib 2000 2002-1 2
Charly Lownoise 2002-2 2004 2
Crushed 2004 2005 2
Deepack 2003-2 2009 2
Endymion 2010 2014 2
Evil Activities 2010 2012 2
Frontliner 2012 2014 2
Phuture Noize 2017 2018 2
Project One 2008 2016 2
Psyko Punkz 2010 2012 2
Sound Rush 2018 2019 2
Sub Zero Project 2017 2018 2
Tatanka 2006 2008 2
TNT aka Technoboy & Tuneboy 2010 2017 2
Vince 2005 2008 2
A*S*Y*S 2012 1
A-Lusion 2009 1
Acid Junkies 2001 1
Acti 2013 1
Angerfist 2016 1
Art of Fighters 2013 1
Audiofreq 2014 1
Audiotricz 2016 1
B-Freqz 2018 1
Bass D & King Matthew 2003-2 1
Code Black 2013 1
Cosmic Spoils 2002-1 1
Crypsis 2014 1
Da Tweekaz 2017 1
Daniele Mondello 2003-2 1
Davide Sonar 2009 1
Deetox 2015 1
DJ Ghost 2007 1
DJ Neophyte 2007 1
DJ Ruthless 2006 1
DJ Stephanie 2010 1
Donkey Rollers 2006 1
Dr. Peacock 2018 1
D-Sturb 2019 1
Fausto 2007 1
Gizmo 2002-2 1
Haze & Abyss 2002-2 1
Igor S 2004 1
Jon The Baptist 2001 1
Keltek 2019 1
Lisa Loud 2001 1
Mad Dog 2013 1
Marco V 2001 1
Mark Sherry 2008 1
Mauro Picotto 2001 1
Max B Grant 2003-2 1
Max Enforcer 2013 1
Mean Machine 2005 1
Melanie de Tria 2002-2 1
Michel de Hey 2001 1
Miss K8 2019 1
N-Vitral 2017 1
Nick Sentience 2000 1
Noize Suppressor 2009 1
Outblast 2004 1
Partyraiser 2014 1
Pavelow 2010 1
Promo 2006 1
Radical Redemption 2019 1
Rejecta 2019 1
Stana 2011 1
Sunny D 2002-2 1
Super Marco May 2003-1 1
Tha Playah 2015 1
The Darkman 2002-2 1
The Pitcher 2011 1
The Viper 2014 1
Tweekacore 2018 1
Warmduscher 2002-1 1
Yves de Ruyter 2006 1
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