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“I was not supposed to sing and yet here I am singing!” Céline Gillain on being a product of the culture we live in and seeing depression as a form of resistance

“I was not supposed to sing and yet here I am singing!” Céline Gillain on being a product of the culture we live in and seeing depression as a form of resistance

An in-depth interview with the Brussels-based producer, culled from our last ever print edition.

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“I try to not reproduce what I’ve already done in the past, even if that’s easier said than done.” Cabasa on his versatile production technique

“I try to not reproduce what I’ve already done in the past, even if that’s easier said than done.” Cabasa on his versatile production technique

We speak to prolific London-based producer Cabasa about everything from childhood memories of junglist relatives in Namur to venturing for the bright lights of London.

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Five reasons not to miss Nuits Sonores & European Lab Brussels 2018

Five reasons not to miss Nuits Sonores & European Lab Brussels 2018

With so much to cover, we distil five essential points to keep in mind for Nuits Sonores & European Lab Brussels’ second impressive feast on all things electronica.

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Mais ouais! The baffling story of the Brussels-based label, unheard of to local audiences save for the enlightened few, that went on to release some of the most daring electronic music to be found

Mais ouais! The baffling story of the Brussels-based label, unheard of to local audiences save for the enlightened few, that went on to release some of the most daring electronic music to be found

In a rare interview, we talk name changes, music industry strife and record fetishism with the famously media-wary Frederic Mergam of WéMè record label.

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Five reasons not to miss BOZAR’s March Electronic Series

Five reasons not to miss BOZAR’s March Electronic Series

Carrying on the torch with their second BOZAR Electronic Series night of the year, we dissect five reasons to not miss out on the upcoming soirée this Saturday.

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15 things to do in Belgium this weekend

15 things to do in Belgium this weekend

A corporal mini film fest in Ghent, bebop jazz interpretations in Brussels, and the faces of humanity in Liège. Go do the right thing.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 99: schiev Festival 2017

Exclusive mix 99: schiev Festival 2017

schiev curator (and our office brotha' from another muva) Guillaume has compiled for us this teaser of a mix to get us all excited for the weekend.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 98: Cabasa

Exclusive mix 98: Cabasa

Always exploring the boundaries within electronic music between the danceable and undanceable, Cabasa's outdone himself on his Exclusive Mix for us.

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15 things to do in Belgium this weekend

15 things to do in Belgium this weekend

Thought-provoking dance performances in Brussels, late-night exhibitions in Ghent and local heroes in Eupen. Go do the right thing.

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Bold is the night part 6: Charlotte de Witte on Belgian techno’s big player status (Video)

Bold is the night part 6: Charlotte de Witte on Belgian techno’s big player status (Video)

For part six, Ghent's heavy-hitting Charlotte de Witte discusses Belgium' long-standing legacy of electronic music, and it's vital influence on the rest of the world.

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Five reasons not to miss this year’s BOZAR Electronic Arts Festival

Five reasons not to miss this year’s BOZAR Electronic Arts Festival

Out of an already fine selection, we've hand-picked five of our not-to-be-missed events in prep for the opening night tomorrow Thursday.

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Bold is the night part 4: HORST’s Jochem Daelman on the platforms that make a difference (Video)

Bold is the night part 4: HORST’s Jochem Daelman on the platforms that make a difference (Video)

We talk the pertinence of creative platforms with Horst's Jochem Daelman

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“We have never been big, but we still exist”: AGE’s 40 years of journeys, trips and adventures in Belgian ambient synthesizer music

“We have never been big, but we still exist”: AGE’s 40 years of journeys, trips and adventures in Belgian ambient synthesizer music

An outfit that distinguished itself as much by its early use of gearas well as by its adoption of a 360 degree image, AGE’s decade-long career remains as relevant today as it ever was.

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The Perrier Playlist: 25 necessary Belgian electronic tracks

The Perrier Playlist: 25 necessary Belgian electronic tracks

We've planned a trip around Belgium’s contemporary electronic scene, picking up some of the most recent releases from all the different genre corners along the way.

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Bold is the night part 1: Dour’s Mathieu Fonsny on the genesis of Belgian clubbing culture (Video)

Bold is the night part 1: Dour’s Mathieu Fonsny on the genesis of Belgian clubbing culture (Video)

The first instalment of our six-part series of videos in collaboration with Bulldog sees the Dour organiser discuss the genesis of the country's clubbing culture.

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Exclusive mix 94: Köhn

Exclusive mix 94: Köhn

Minimal and ambient relaxation courtesy of electro-wizard Köhn, with an astonishing two decades worth of experience under his belt.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 91: DC Salas

Exclusive mix 91: DC Salas

Brussel's wunderkind DC Salas hand-crafted an exclusive mix for us, full of the finest local sounds.

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15 things to do in Belgium this weekend

15 things to do in Belgium this weekend

Contemporary art marathons in Antwerp, live LP premieres in Brussels, and touching dance operas in Charleroi.

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12 events not to miss at Listen Festival this week

12 events not to miss at Listen Festival this week

We're handing out a handful of tickets for the weekend-long affair, and hand-picked 12 events and evenings to help you navigate the three-day marathon.

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Exclusive mix 84: Roger 3000’s wintertime slumber

Exclusive mix 84: Roger 3000’s wintertime slumber

The Brussels-based painter and producer provides an hour-long picturesque epoch of wintertime, best enjoyed in front of a crackling open fire somewhere far removed from civilisation.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 83: Chris Ferreira’s contemporary acoustics

Exclusive mix 83: Chris Ferreira’s contemporary acoustics

An hour-long adventure in sonic explorations by the Brussels-based DJ and sound engineer.

Music Favourite Belgian releases
The 15 favourite Belgian releases of Brice Deloose (BEM)

The 15 favourite Belgian releases of Brice Deloose (BEM)

Co-founder of Brussels Electronic Marathon reveals his favourite Belgian releases.

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Around Eupen with Mea Kusma’s Michael Kreitz

Around Eupen with Mea Kusma’s Michael Kreitz

In anticipation of the three full days of experimental electronica that is Meakusma festival, its founder Michaël Kreitz shows us around his hometown Eupen and its rural surroundings.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 75: BEAF’s Pierre De Muelenaere

Exclusive mix 75: BEAF’s Pierre De Muelenaere

An introduction to the upcoming Bozar Electronic Arts Festival in the shape of an exclusive mix.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 68: Dreamy electronica with Milan W.

Exclusive mix 68: Dreamy electronica with Milan W.

The Antwerp-based producer contributes a dreamy mix for slow summer nights.

Music
Maoupa Mazzocchetti

Maoupa Mazzocchetti

The Brussels-based producer talks early influences, acting out, and studio habits.

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Antwerp-based record label Ekster

Antwerp-based record label Ekster

We talk early beginnings, physical vs digital releases and losing money on their first release with the cult electronic imprint.

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French-born, Brussels-based electronic producer Jardin

French-born, Brussels-based electronic producer Jardin

The prolific producer talks family, philosophy and being dirty.

Music Exclusive mixes
Exclusive mix 58: Hantrax

Exclusive mix 58: Hantrax

With his new album's release party in Antwerp this Friday, the accomplished composer-producer records an exclusive mix for us.

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SeizoensKlanken

SeizoensKlanken

Gilles Helsen and Freek Veys, the musical duo behind SeizoensKlanken, talks to us about the creative process behind recording, their influences and future projects.

Music Favourite Belgian releases
Rick Shiver’s 20 favourite Belgian releases

Rick Shiver’s 20 favourite Belgian releases

The nightlife impresario confirms his knack for the eclectic with this 20-strong selection of local gems.

Music Favourite Belgian releases
Meteor Musik’s 11 favourite Belgian releases

Meteor Musik’s 11 favourite Belgian releases

Rare library music, obscure soundtracks, cosmic funk classics and just plain weird ass stuff selected by Meteor Musik.

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Our picks and tips of Belgian summer festivals

Our picks and tips of Belgian summer festivals

Picks and tips for a music friendly summer.

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On bpost Vs. indie record labels

On bpost Vs. indie record labels

Vlek co-founder Julien Fournier lets loose on the Belgian post's steep charges.

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Beats in Belgium outtake #4: DYNOOO

Beats in Belgium outtake #4: DYNOOO

Beat veteran DYNOOO on the Belgium Beat scene, stopping to listen music and having an Instagram account to see beautiful women.

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Beats in Belgium outtake #1: Le Motel

Beats in Belgium outtake #1: Le Motel

Get a glimpse of the Beat Music in Belgium with our series of interviews, starting with one of our favourite young gun: Le Motel.

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On-Point teams up with Brussels Philharmonic

On-Point teams up with Brussels Philharmonic

We talk to On-Point Records about its recent partnering up with Brussels Philharmonic as the Belgium Trombone Quartet.

Music Exclusive mixes
Caoutchou Records

Caoutchou Records

To mark their appearance in our Beats in Belgium feature, Ghent-based Caoutchou Records deliver exclusive mix 24.

Music Exclusive mixes
Hiele

Hiele

Antwerp-based producer Hiele records an exclusive mix for us to mark the upcoming release of our new edition.

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Beats in Belgium: video teaser

Beats in Belgium: video teaser

A small video about Beats in Belgium, a special feature on the country's beat scene set to be published in our upcoming issue.

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Our picks of Belgian beat acts at this year’s summer festivals

Our picks of Belgian beat acts at this year’s summer festivals

We select some of the Belgian beat acts making the rounds at this year's summer festivals.

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Kassett

Kassett

Exclusive mix number 21 comes courtesy of Kasset, founder of independent label DRLR Records.

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Three reasons Belgium stood proud in 2013

Three reasons Belgium stood proud in 2013

Three homegrown projects which did more for Belgium in 2013 than any Stromae radio hit ever could.

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The 11 most interesting Belgian electronic music releases of 2013

The 11 most interesting Belgian electronic music releases of 2013

Eleven of the most noteworthy Belgian electronic music releases of 2013 and three producers to watch in 2014.

Neighbourhood life Do the right thing
The Word at BRASS, Brussels

The Word at BRASS, Brussels

Our new edition hits Belgian stores this week with a brand-new, 'Only for Belgium' €10 cover price. Party!

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An interview with Gold Panda at Dour

An interview with Gold Panda at Dour

We get in depth with Peckham boy and electro beatmaker about first albums, first nixers and stupid fucking festivals.

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Le Motel

Le Motel

A very exclusive melange of baby makers, juke tunes, UK garage and voodoo by homeboy Fabien Leclercq

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Glory holes, GLBT benefit parties and water closet art.

Glory holes, GLBT benefit parties and water closet art.

Ten things to do over the weekend, from the release party of our latest edition tonight to Catclub and Friends tomorrow night.

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The best of Antwerp’s future sound

The best of Antwerp’s future sound

Bart Sibiel chronicles a stream of solid Belgian beats, attracting attention one new sound at a time.

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The music bundle

The music bundle

VIP treatment at the country's best parties and festivals as well as tons of records, CDs and other kinds of merc'. Yours for 250 dollars.

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MS MR, S O H N, Atoms for Peace

MS MR, S O H N, Atoms for Peace

Thom Yorke is back with a new project, MS MR create a new genre with their so-called 'Tumblr Glitch Pop' and S O H N is the newest shooting star on the bedroom producer horizon.

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Onda Sonora

Onda Sonora

We asked Brussels DJ duo, radio hosts and party promoters Onda Sonora to whip up a lip-smacking mix of Belgium and Holland's freshest musical meat. Another Word exclusive.

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