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PEOPLE OF TOMORROW,
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magination is not just a spontaneous power; it must be nourished, it depends on stories and tales, feeds off experience and memory. To imagine a better world, one needs to live and breathe examples, other worlds, rich with colourful characters and peace and beatitude. And that, friends, is why you are here: to learn, to be imbued with stories and wisdom. You stand at the doorway to a
library that has long been hidden to the world, archiving its narratives with quiet resolve. But now, at the fifteenth Gathering of Tomorrows, the library is about to open up and reveal itself – for the Book of Wisdom herself has woken op, and ordained that all should participate in the tales she has collected. You will see, hear and feel the might of the Elixir of Life, of the Kingdom of Melodia,
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of the frolicking Amicorum Spectaculum. There’s just one night’s sleep left, bibliophile friends, before you’ll pour into that world of books, freely exploring its myths and legends. For now, cherish the tingling sense of impending bliss, treasure the knowledge that before long, you will walk the hallowed halls of Wisdom. Tomorrow will be a grand day indeed.
When one chapter closes, another one opens. Amidst that turmoil, People of Tomorrow,
With stage hosts ranging from Anjunabeats to Sexy By Nature, from a Funk stage to live acts like Oscar & the Wolf, and from as-tech-as-it-gets to the sweetest melodies: the Book of Wisdom is full of music! What else to expect? Well, Eric Prydz is bringing his brand-new Holosphere show, placing himself inside a 3D hologram. And speaking of new: Nina Kraviz got her own stage to program. The Russian goddess of techno had everyone wrapped around her finger last year, so expect her choice of line-up to be finger-licking good. From Russia back to Belgium, don't forget about the local heroes: Antwerp-born Netsky, Brussels native Lost Frequencies and Charlotte de Witte, who practically grew up playing Tomorrowland, all have their own stages to provide a lineup for. However far from home you choose to stray this weekend, know that what you will experience is a new generation of musical storytelling.
It is our wisdom you can borrow. The summer breeze whispers of long days in the sun, and should you spot a cloud, your beaming smile will chase it away soon enough! Ain’t nature a grand thing?
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CONNECT! Friends of DreamVille,
Daily Wisdom Welcome to DreamVille Tomorrowland Foundation Tastes of the World Focus on the Music
Don’t forget to ding-dong your neighbours’ tent and introduce yourself. A good neighbour is better than a distant friend, after all. Plus, newly-made friends are the best souvenirs to take home!
CELEBRATE! Anniversary Revelers,
Life is one big party, but this weekend, there’s an extra reason to go all out. People from near and far have gathered to toast to Tomorrowland’s 15th anniversary, so don’t forget to celebrate!
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EMBRACE THE BRACELET Your festival bracelet is the place where you store Tomorrowland’s very own currency: Pearls. With your Pearls, you can buy all the Holy Grounds have to offer, from food to fashion. Pearls are added straight onto your bracelet, meaning they’re quite literally always at hand – as long as you top up, of course! You can do so both online and on site:
Use your Pearls effectively by always wearing your bracelet around your right wrist. Don’t put it on upside down and keep the Tomorrowland logo facing forward so that it can be scanned easily. That logo ensures entry to Tomorrowland and DreamVille, and it is where all your Pearls are kept!
Dear friends, It's not safe to take drugs. Take care of yourself and each other.
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Go to your Tomorrowland Account in the App and click ‘Cashless Top-Up’, using either Visa, Mastercard, Bancontact or iDeal. Adding Pearls through your online account ensures that your unspent Pearls are automatically refunded after the festival.
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You can also top up at several physical locations throughout DreamVille and on Tomorrowland. The booths accept Visa, Mastercard and cash. If you choose to go through the physical top-up system, unspent Pearls can only be refunded by filling out a form.
LET'S GO LIVE
Do you have friends or family who couldn’t make it to the biggest celebration of the year with you? Tell them to cancel all their weekend plans regardless! Every year, People of Tomorrow from all over the world unite in their shared love for music, and not all of them travel to Belgium to do so. The Tomorrowland livestream is accessible from every nook and cranny, so wherever your peers are on this beautiful planet, send them to tomorrowland.com for their share of the action!
IBIZA MADNESS
Tomorrowland knows how to bring the Madness – that much we knew. Ibiza is the ultimate party island in the world – that we knew too. Just imagine what happens when you put the two together… Or, actually, don’t just imagine, but go experience it for yourself at Tomorrowland Presents: Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike in Ushuaïa Ibiza. The open-air club is transformed into a theme designed by Tomorrowland, with an elaborate stage made to match the anniversary celebration that this year is all about. This synergetic performance by Tomorrowland, DVLM and their friends has taken place every summer since 2017, but this year, the setting, show and music will reach levels no one’s ever experienced before. You’ll want to be a part of this! Tomorrowland Presents: Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike takes place every Tuesday from June 18th to September 24th at Ushuaïa Ibiza. 7
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THE HYMN Embracing Tomorrowland Winter
In March 2019, a new magical adventure in the mountains of Alpe d'Huez commenced, as The Hymn of the Frozen Lotus called us to all-new Holy Grounds for a pioneering adventure in the snow. Over 120 nationalities travelled to the French Alps, and while some were avid skiers, some had never braved the slopes before. Some journeyed for days, whereas others were born in these mountains. All of them had one thing in common, however: they became Winter’s first People of Tomorrow. The trip up to Huez already provided adventurers with a sneak peek of the incredible scenery they would be surrounded with for the next few days. But that wasn't the only thing of beauty that the mountains had to offer. Traditionally, all travellers are welcomed to the Holy Grounds at The Gathering. At Tomorrowland Winter, though, the kick-off was celebrated differently with The Welcome, where the party started on Tuesday in the villages of Auris, Vaujany and Oz. Afrojack: “It's so much more fun than boarding by myself. I need an invite for next year already!” While The Welcome featured artists such as Afrojack, Double Pleasure, Bassjackers and Nico Morano, the snowy Holy Grounds kept their secrets for a few more days. This gave revelers some time to explore the slopes first. Upon their return, they were happy to discover that some stages were already open: the Moose Bar blasted hits all day and night, welcoming DJs such as Thierry and DJ Mr. E. On Tuesday, the Orangerie, The Garden of Madness and Eden joined the party, hosting artists such as Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano and Henri PFR.
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On Wednesday, the Madness properly started as the Frozen Lotus opened up, allowing all to experience her wintery bliss in full effect. Climbing to great heights, surrounded by rolling hills and blue skies, her Hymn was answered by many great artists such as Steve Aoki, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Afrojack and Armin van Buuren. Many of them were spotted shredding snow before or after their sets, sliding down the slopes with friends and fans alike, enjoying the fresh mountain air. Dimitri Vegas:
Ticket info and pre-registration will be available at tomorrowland.com starting mid-August.
“Hats off for Tomorrowland Winter!”
Those mountains harboured more mysteries to be unravelled. Over a dozen ski and chair lifts provided access to areas beyond instant reach. There was music to be heard from La Taburle, where Bassjackers and Da Tweekaz graced the decks, all the way up to the Love Stage,
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accessible only to those who navigated the slopes and took the right turns. Then, it was onwards to Amicorum Spectaculum, where festive mountaineers were welcomed in style by a band of performers led by their pater familias, the extravagant Circus Director. The People of Tomorrow themselves are known for their fabulous fashion sense, but these fire-eaters, jugglers and dancers provided a whole new level of altitude-ready apparel. Robert Falcon: “Despite the snow storm, everyone was in a party mood. Amazing!” Experienced adventurers could take the last lift up to the Top of the Mountain to conquer the Tunnel, a black ski route that only the bravest of daredevils completed. A daunting descent down over 2000 metres of slippery slopes is guaranteed to make you thirsty, and fortunately, La Cabane, a short ride down from Amicorum Spectaculum, was open to the droughty all day, every day. Salvatore Ganacci: “People have a lot of clothes on, so they move differently, which is fun to see when they dance. I love it.” Before the slopes closed, a mandatory stop at Signal 2108 for a late lunch was inevitable. Local cuisine in Alpe d'Huez had a lot to offer to the new international guests, so no adventurer ever had to go hungry. Felt peckish anyway? Besides many varieties of world-famous cheese fondue, prepared by a world famous chef right on the spot, there were plenty more options. The name Brasa might make your mouth water if you've been to Tomorrowland before. Winter Brasa grilled up a storm with snow gloves on, warming the hearts and tummies of the frozen. Goldfox: “Tomorrowland Winter combines my favuorite things, nature and music.” The Hymn of the Frozen Lotus has enchanted many, and Winter has been locked in our hearts forever. The journey of a lifetime came to an end, but will continue again soon. Pack your bags and embark on this next adventure to Unite Forever in the snow!
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LEGEND POLICE INFO POINT
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SPECTACULAR RELAX ROOMS
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PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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FOOD
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DIY TENT PICK-UP DESK
GLOBAL JOURNEY DESK / LOST & FOUND
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JEWELRY STORE
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SUPERMARKET BY CARREFOUR
BOHEMIAN MARKET
TML BY TOMORROWLAND BOUTIQUE
MARKET SUNGLASSES, GADGETS & MORE
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EARPLUGS BY BLOX
BALLOON SHOP
RECOVERY AREA
TATTOO SHOP
THE RECYCLE CLUBHOUSE
BEERS & STORIES / WHISKEY BAR
COLD BEER PICK-UP
BAR ON THE GO
BREAKFAST CORNER BY ALPRO
THE FARMHOUSE BREAKFAST
CAMP2CAMP PRE PITCHED
FIREPIT
HAIR SALON BY WELLA
BALANCE AREA
MARKET PLACE
LOCKERS
ONE WORLD RADIO
CHILL OUT COCKTAIL BAR
BRACELET INFO / WILL CALL PICK-UP
CASHLESS TOPUP / PEARLS BY ING
COMFORT AREA
CIGARETTES
CHARGE YOUR PHONE BY PROXIMUS
ANGELS OF BEAUTY
OTHER DISCOVERIES
PLEASURE BAR BY MAGNUM
PHONE REPAIR / SIM SERVICE
THE FARM HOUSE
WIFI HOTSPOT
SPECTACULAR FRIENDSHIP GARDEN
PURPLE DISTRICT
GREEN DISTRICT
YELLOW DISTRICT
THE GLOBE
RED DISTRICT
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DREAMVILLE A SWEET START Moving home always comes with a bit of stress and a lot of excitement, but hopefully, you’ve set up your new temporary house at DreamVille by now. Because that means it’s time to start thoroughly enjoying its perks! Get ready for a first highlight, the (in)famous Gathering. It sets the tone, it serves a purpose: a first taste of the rest of the weekend. It’s a great excuse to gather your new neighbourly friends (or is that friendly neighbours?) to head out together. You’ll never set foot in a place where you will connect with people from all around the world as easily as in the temporary village you’ll call home this week. Don’t be shy, borrow a cup of sugar and start the week on a sweet note, together.
HOURS & INFO DreamVille opening hours Thursday 18 July 2019, 11h00 until Monday 22 July, 2019 12h00
Lost and Found The info desk can be found by the Rainbow West entrance of DreamVille.
Access to the festival site from DreamVille Friday and Saturday: until 23h00 Sunday: until 22h00
Opening hours Lost & Found: Thursday: 10h00 – 00h00 Friday: 24h Saturday: 00h00 – 03h00, 07h00 – 00h00 Sunday: 00h00 – 14h00 Monday: 00h00 – 14h00
Marketplace opening hours Thursday: 11h00 – 02h00 Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 07h30 – 16h00, 23h00 – 03h00 Monday: 07h30 – 12h00 First Aid You can find the first aid station by DreamVille Entrance 1, by the ADA zone. Look for the Red Cross For less immediate medical issues, the pharmacy of service is: Apotheek Cools: Jan van Eycklei 2, Rumst. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday, 09h00 – 19h00 Apotheek Terhagen: Kardinaal Cardijnstraat 29, Rumst. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday, 09h00 – 18h30
Showers Magnificent Greens (2,5 Pearls) Easy Tents (1 Pearl) Montagoe (Free) District Houses If you haven’t had one delivered, you can pick up a new Tomorrowland Today newspaper for free at the District Houses, daily! Bakery Thursday: 11h00 – 01h00 Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 07h30 – 15h00 Monday: 7h30 – 12h00 Carrefour Supermarket Thursday: 11h00 – 01h00 Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 08h00 – 14h00 Monday: 08h00 – 12h00 11
Farmhouse Food On the Magnificent Greens, look for the Farmouse: the place to be for a happy tummy! With options to suit any time of day and mood, make your way here whenever the bear in your belly growls. For healthy Alpro break or a midnight roast, breakfast burgers or self-topped Magnums, this is the bar to be at! Have a chill with new and old friends during the following hours: Thursday: 11h00 – 01h00 Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 07h30 – 15h00 & 23h00 – 03h00 Monday: 07h00 – 12h00 BBQ Belgian summers are ever the surprise, but if you’re ready to heat up the barbie, get your supplies at DreamVille’s Carrefour supermarket. Just remember BBQs are only allowed at the designated zones, which you can find on the map. Camping Hosts The Camping Hosts are your go-to if anything is up. Can’t sleep, lost your friend or need help? The Hosts will be on patrol around the campsite, and you can also find them at the District Houses 24/7.
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ALL ROADS LEAD TO THE MARKETPLACE
If DreamVille is your home for the week, the Marketplace will be one of your most frequented stops. Whether you’re on the hunt for croissants in the early morning, just passing through between dancing and resting, meeting with a friend for coffee or getting glammed out permanently or temporarily: the Marketplace will be the heart of your temporary hometown. Trace back your footsteps on Sunday eve and you’ll see: all roads lead to and through the Marketplace. To help you get started, here are four shops you’ll want to stop by this weekend!
FOREVER YOURS
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A new addition to the Marketplace this year is the Tattoo Shop. Let the artists magically move the ink from the Book onto your skin, to imprint you with the Wisdom forever. Remember this weekend for the rest of your life and get your own permanent souvenir right here!
Looking for inspiration? The Recycle Club shows you their best practice in taking care of Mama Earth. They can teach you all about using your Recycle Kits best, and their Club House displays the things that can be done with recycled materials. They will undoubtedly motivate you to Love Tomorrow a little more each day!
Brought flags to pimp your tent, party lights to guide your friends home, and bunting to heighten the spirits? Be a bit of a shame if you forgot any essentials like an airbed or a flashlight, wouldn’t it… But rest assured, the Camping Store will save your day (and night)!
What’s a holiday without a daily bakery run? Take turns in getting a fresh loaf or yummy pastries, and don’t forget to pick up the Tomorrowland Today newspaper as well! While your friends fix coffee, you’ll get to choose which breakfast you’ll treat them (and yourself, of course!) to today.
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BURPEES & BEVERAGES ‘Make yourself at home’ is the motto of your stay at DreamVille. Doing so means incorporating your daily rituals in this new, temporary setting: fetching breakfast at the Marketplace, sharing coffee with your neighbours and working out a couple times a week. For the latter, make your way to the gym! Hit the treadmill solo, join group lessons of all sorts or gather for an early morning run with your fellow fanatics. Looking to take it somewhat easier? There are yoga classes as well as a cocktail bar. Just don’t drink and downward-dog, stick to ‘bend before beverage’ instead!
MORNING QUICKIE
If that title made your mind run wild, get your body ready to join in. This year, ‘running wild’ is part of the official programme. Every morning at 10h00, all the crazy energetic gather at the Gym for a communal run. There’s a mild option (3 kilometres) and an intermediate one (5 kilometres): you decide how quickly you want to get this over with.
REFRESH YOURSELF Woke up this morning realising you’re not 16 anymore? Nothing much to do to turn back time, but plenty to feel younger again. Break a sweat: Let your body expel the not-so-great leftovers from last night by working yourself into a sweat. It gets your endorphins running, which will make you instantly happier, and clean you up from the inside out. Hydrate: Water, water, water! Before, during and after, preferably. Just keep drinking this see-through magic potion all day.
NO CHOICE BUT TO CHILL
Want to be active, but just a little less so? The Chill Out Area offers the perfect combo between a leisurely game of volley and a serious game of food truck testing. This is also where you’ll find the Balance Area, with two domes sporting the more mellow activities like yoga classes. Can’t choose between a tennis match and a breakfast cocktail? There is no need to make choices so early in the day. Be chill, as here, anything goes as long as it feels good! Chill Out Area Thursday: 12h00 – 02h00 Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 07h30 – 16h00 / 00h00 – 03h00
UNWIND & RECOVER
The Madness may have only just begun, but that doesn’t mean you can’t admit to yourself it’s time for a bit of recovery first. There’s plenty of artists performing today, so allow yourself a bit of time to explore the Recovery Area for some much deserved self-care. It’s all about priorities, after all! Get rid of any and all negative energy in the boxing ring, where you can take boxing classes to relieve the stress of travelling. Meet likeminded individuals in one of the many group classes, because isn’t self-care all the more effective when shared? All that communal energy will surely get your blood pumping – and have you dancing happily through the rest of the day. Don’t hesitate, and let your body and mind make most of your recovery time! Recovery Area (right next to the Marketplace) Thursday: 12h00 – 16h15 Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09h30 – 14h30
Chill: Take a deep breath and land with both feet back on Momma Earth. Take a yoga class to tune back into your inner wisdom. This can really help you shift perspective from ‘rough morning’ to ‘another brand new day’, so let your inner sun rise and shine!
Programme Thursday
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BODYCOMBAT BODYPUMP SH'BAM LES MILLS BARRE BODYSTEP BODYPUMP BODYCOMBAT SH'BAM
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THE BOX WORKOUT THE BOX WORKOUT THE BOX WORKOUT THE BOX WORKOUT THE BOX WORKOUT THE BOX WORKOUT THE BOX WORKOUT
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HATHA YOGA YIN YOGA URBAN YOGA BODYBALANCE
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We are all but guests on this beautiful planet. Treat it kindly and with respect, please don't litter, and remember to take in the beautiful views once in a while.
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BE KIND TO YOURSELF • Be conscious about what you consume. • Make sure to hydrate; DreamVille days can be very hot, and sleep is often not a priority. So drink lots of water! • Don’t drink too much, though. More than 3 litres can be dangerous! • Eat healthily; fruits and veggies will make you feel much better than a burger. • Detox with fruit juices at the Marketplace or Farmhouse. • Relax with morning yoga at the Chill Out area. • Get all your energy back with a gym session! The Gym is located between the Farmhouse and Marketplace. • Join for a morning jog; meeting point is at The Farmhouse every day at 10 a.m.
SAVE WATER AND ENERGY • Be careful with your water usage; think about your shower time. • Choose vegetarian or vegan options instead of meat, chicken or fish.
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HOW TO CAMP CONSCIOUSLY To truly love Tomorrow is to be kind to Mother Nature, each other and yourself. This checklist contains tips and tricks that will help you live in harmony at DreamVille , and will make your life’s journey more in tune with Nature afterwards. Can you tick off the entire list at the end of your stay? We know you can!
ENJOY YOUR STAY!
RESPECT EACH OTHER AND DON’T ACT WITHOUT CONSENT • Respect each other’s integrity. • Make each other feel safe. • Make sure everything you do is consensual. This means there is a mutual agreement between you and the other party to engage in interaction. • Help your neighbours at DreamVille to set up their tent, They will be friends for a lifetime!
LEAVE NO TRACE • Recycle waste and materials in the right recycling bins. • Tidy up while you’re having fun; there are Recycle Points and recycling bags available all around you, and this small gesture of goodwill costs you nothing. • If something is broken, don’t leave it on the grass for others to clean – put it in the right bin. • Bring everything back home with you, including what you don’t see… like tent pegs!
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DON’T WASTE FOOD • Buy only what you really want to consume. • Give leftovers to someone who is still hungry. • Don’t bring drinks you can’t keep cold and won’t drink warm.
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The People of Tomorrow stand for something much greater and deeper than one weekend of unity. You reaffirm the world’s belief in a better future, in a better Tomorrow, because you care. As People of Tomorrow, the unity that you share amongst each other translates into how you view the rest of the world, and that’s exactly
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how the first Music & Arts School (co-founded by Cunina) opened its doors in Nepal last year: entirely funded by your generous gifts. This year, you can support the Tomorrowland Foundation in their educational quest once more, contributing to a newly added project: Mobile School. Both the Music & Arts School and Mobile School share a focus o educating young ones around the globe. Few things make as much sense as the People of Tomorrow supporting the generation of Tomorrow, after all!
One of the things that characterize the People of Tomorrow is their ever-positive attitude to life. And that’s exactly what it’s all about when you want to make the world a better place, according to Arnoud Raskin, founder of Mobile School. “What binds Mobile School and the Tomorrowland Foundation,” Arnoud explains, “is our shared focus on the positive side of the world.”
Looking at the People of Tomorrow, it’s quicly apparent that they think of the world as a beautiful place filled with talent, creativity and positivity. And this goes beyond just the weekend they spend together in Belgium – even though it’s easy to imagine them as just a bunch of strangers randomly come together. “In reality, there’s such a strong sense of belonging between the People of Tomorrow. They share a strong, positive identity. And that’s exactly what a lot of children on the street are lacking,” Arnoud says. MOBILE SCHOOL Going through Design School in the late nineties, Arnoud was the odd one out. For their final project, the students had one year to spend on a problem-solving product. Instead of choosing a multinational for a sponsor, like most classmates did, Arnoud did not want to follow suit in measuring ‘success rates’ by sales rates. He wanted to make a meaningful impact. “I left for Latin America to get to know the needs of children living on the streets. You have to really understand the context before you can create a product that can make a difference.” This trip and graduation project gave life to Mobile School, Arnoud’s foundation that brings education to the street, rather than taking children from the street and forcing them into a school. 16
“The People of Tomorrow make for such a great example because of their ever-positive attitude to life.”
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Tomorrowland Foundation Music & Arts School (by Cunina), Nepal
The core vision of Mobile School is all about recognising how the street can teach positive values, like overcoming challenges and creating opportunities. “Our Mobile Schools turn the street into a positive environment. When we put up shop, we’re very visible, we literally teach on the sidewalk,” Arnoud explains. “This is much more effective in establishing a positive sense of self than taking children somewhere else, essentially telling them that the street – which, for better or for worse, is their home! – is a ‘bad’ place.”
BACK TO SCHOOL If you are staying at DreamVille, look out for the mobile Tomorrowland Foundation teams. You can find them walking around on Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10h00 and 14h00, and they’re pushing a Mobile School to show you exactly how it works. Feel inspired by this ‘back-to-school’ session? This is your chance to contribute to the Tomorrowland Foundation, starting from as little as 2 Pearls. Make Tomorrow’s generation proud!
The Mobile Schools are extendable blackboards on wheels, which come with more than 250 educational panels covering themes from reading and writing to creative and social skills. Once a Mobile School arrives in an area with street children, the blackboard slides open to create a two-sided 6-metre long educational tool, helping the street educators to interact with the children. “Our teachers are very proud to do what they do,” Arnoud glows. “That really helps with the educational process. It gives the children a positive example to look up to.” CHANGING PERSPECTIVE Now think about this: “Just imagine,” Arnoud introduces his scenario, “we drop you in the middle of a city you’ve never been and then take away your passport, your mobile phone, and your credit card. How would you make it through the week? These kids aren’t ‘poor little children’, like some would make them out to be, they’re actually incredibly resourceful and resilient!” And that is exactly what the Tomorrowland Foundation builds upon: a positive outlook on making the world a better place. It’s about changing perspective, about taking the sense of community from the Holy Grounds to instil it around the world. The People of Tomorrow already know what a feeling of ‘togetherness’ can do – just walk around the festival grounds with your arms wide open, and someone will hug you right back. Who wouldn’t want to translate this feeling to a bigger scale? “Feeling like you belong is one of the most important factors of selfdevelopment,” Arnoud elaborates. “It’s crucial in shaping a sense of identity. If you grow up without a healthy social context to mirror yourself to, you’ll look for that sense of belonging elsewhere – in bad places, perhaps.” In order to help kids find their place, Mobile School has 52 schools in 26 countries, from as close by as Central Europe to the very southern tip of Chile. With your support, Mobile School will be able to continue to expand. “We’re aiming to open five new locations in countries such as Haiti, Kenya, Poland, Togo and Lithuania,” Arnoud enthuses. Both Mobile School and the Tomorrowland Foundation Music & Arts School (by Cunina) have a strong focus on the creative component in education. Creativity is an essential part of identity formation, after all. It is as Arnoud says: “If we would all learn to see each other from a point of individual strength, appreciate the things everyone can do and make, it would make such an impact on human self-confidence. Everyone can consciously change perspective to a positive one.”
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There’s no way to display your belonging with the People of Tomorrow as clearly as with the Official Tomorrowland Flag. Did you know, though, that there’s more to this colourful, proud banner? For every flag sold, €5,- is donated directly to the Tomorrowland Foundation. Be proud of showing your global unity, and be proud of making the world a better place! You can get the Official Tomorrowland Flag in the TML by Tomorrowland Boutiques and online via store.tomorrowland.com.
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With 15 years of experience under their belt, Tomorrowland has become a true master at many a thing. One of those is bringing together not just the best fans, but also the very best artists in the world. On 17 & 18 October this year, Tomorrowland will unite some of their electronic music heroes with the Metropole Symphonic Orchestra during the Amsterdam Dance Event. Two nights in a row, the Orchestra strings together all-time Tomorrowland classics during a three-hour show featuring artists like Armin van Buuren, Netsky and Steve Aoki. With these geniuses from very different ends of the musical spectrum, a magical night is guaranteed. Don’t miss out!
UNITE ALL OVER EUROPE
UNITE with Tomorrowland welcomes the most spectacular group of entertainers in the universe to parties all around Europe. The Amicorum Spectaculum touch down in Athens, Malta, Porto and Barcelona to host a mix of live streams from Tomorrowland and local live performances. During the second festival weekend, some of the line-up’s biggest names will fly in with the band of entertaining friends. There’s NERVO on stage in Barcelona, Martin Solveig in Porto, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano in Malta and Armin van Buuren in Athens. And that’s only just to mention a few!
LOVE THY NEIGHBOUR
Tomorrowland takes place every summer in the small Belgian town of Boom: a town where people live and work, where children grow up, where families gather to enjoy summer barbecues and where life happens like everywhere else. Try to keep this in mind on and off site this weekend; love thy neighbours, and they will love you right back!
TRAIN HARD, PARTY HARDER
They say getting your adrenaline pumping actually gives you more energy. While it’s up to you to decide if you feel energetic enough to bust a sweat this weekend, there’s a place to be in case you want to go for it. The Gym Area at the heart of DreamVille hosts an array of professional Matrix Fitness equipment. Go at it solo to work on cardio or strength, or try one of the many dynamic group classes offered every day. There’s even a Workout of the Day zone, where you can join communal workouts throughout the day. As they’ll happily show you, their mantra is ‘Train hard, party harder!’ 18
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WHAT THE APP
For those who stayed behind at home, to ease next weekend’s FOMO and to treasure all the memories after the fact: the Tomorrowland App collects musical highlights, personal stories and lots of other goodies for you to look back on. With updates throughout the festival days, the app’s contents are interesting for those at home as well as those on site: you won’t have to miss a thing! Touching base with the biggest artists as well as getting up close and personal with the People of Tomorrow, the Tomorrowland App has a plethora to of things to read, watch and listen to all week.
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WIN A BIRTHDAY GIFT
They say the best things in life are free, and this week, that also goes for the WiFi! So log onto the People of Tomorrow Free Wi-Fi network and share your favourite memories, tweet your personal (Books of) Wisdom, throw around selfies like confetti and give those newly discovered artists an instant insta-follow. There are Wi-Fi hotspots all across the festival grounds, so don’t be shy and get online!
As this weekend is all about celebrating life, love, music and a 15th anniversary, it’s time to hand out some gifts! Win a surprise package of TML by Tomorrowland items by doing this one simple thing: send your love to Tomorrowland by emailing your most heartfelt and creative birthday wish to today@tomorrowland.com.
WELLA GOOD
As the Madness has only just begun, it only makes sense if you want a hand getting ready for the full party vibe. You’ll want your outfit, bling and hair to match that festival-feel perfectly! To help you out with that, there’s the Wella Salon, situated at the DreamVille Marketplace: a perfect pre-festival stop where 12 professional stylists are ready to work their magic on your mane. Whether male or female, you just can’t go wrong with a beautiful braid, a sprinkling of glitter or some hair accessories to bring out the best in you. There’s no need to make a reservation, just walk in between 09h00 and 16h00!
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You’ve all come here for one core reason: to experience the music. If you want to be able to continue that love for music for a lifetime to come, you’ll want to protect your precious ears very carefully. The BLOX Xperience Music earplugs have been especially designed with the People of Tomorrow in mind. And better yet: this year, their Super Limited Edition packaging is one you’ll want to treasure as much as the earplugs themselves! The metal box is crafted to match the Book of Wisdom, a real gadget you will want to keep. The BLOX earplugs are available for 13 Pearls at the BLOX shop at DreamVille, the BLOX shop close to the Freedom stage and at the TML By Tomorrowland Boutique. 19
Getting an invite to a party you desperately want to go to is one of the best feelings in the world. And it’s even better when someone put a lot of effort into making you one! The entrance bracelets to Tomorrowland are received with open hands and hearts every year, but the Book of Wisdom Returns invite was a stunner unlike anything else in the festival’s 15-year history. With an actual 160-page hardcover book, written by Irish author Sarah Maria Griffin and illustrated by Belgian artist Patrick Cornelis, this year’s story got a far deeper layer.
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Young, wild, free and loving, that’s what sums up the People of Tomorrow. All of which translates into their choice of outfit: you’ll find some of the most colourful and authentic-looking spirits on the Holy Grounds each summer. Of course, one surefire way to display your pedigree as one of the People of Tomorrow – be it here, at the festival, or back home – is by donning some items from the official TML by Tomorrowland collection. And what a gem this summer’s collection is! Whether you’re a first-timer here or you’ve returned like the Book of Wisdom, chances are that you’re familiar with the TML by Tomorrowland collections from past years. It’s not a rare sight to see aficionados across the globe proudly display their love for Tomorrowland with these items – and of course, there are some new ones up for grabs this year.
SPIT FIRE THIS SUMMER The brand-new collection takes its inspiration from the most iconic elements of 15 years of Tomorrowland, celebrating the festival’s anniversary with fresh and playful attire, sometimes referencing Tomorrowland’s imagery subtly, sometimes boldly displaying it. Three main pillars within the collection ensure there’s something to suit everyone’s style: Flourish is ready to wear for all the bohemian blossoms, whereas the Tomorrowland Icons will recognise the strength in rocking the legend, and only the most fiery personalities will feel fully comfortable in the Rosegarden collectibles. Ready to bag yourself a true Tomorrowland outfit? Find the collection at the TML by Tomorrowland Boutiques on site or, should you want to expand your wardrobe further after the weekend, year-round via store.tomorrowland.com!
Flourish Let Your Personality Bloom This collection is for the wild and free spirits, who feel most at ease in breezy bohemian attire that flows as they twirl to the music. It’s only when beautifully blooming personalities try on these flowerpatterned outfits that this summer collection really blossoms. The Flourish collection is designed with dancing in mind: create your own unrestrictive festival look with the crop top and a skirt or flared flourish pants, or slip on a comfortable dress instead.
Iconic When Classics Become Legends How could we celebrate a 15th anniversary without dedicating at least part of the collection to the iconic imagery that makes Tomorrowland? Featuring unique details such as embroidery, tie-dye fabrics, satin prints and woven patches, you’ll proudly wear the Icons. Take the Amare Tee for instance, with its celebration of the steel-winged bird - or the Sketch Tee, which shows not just the creative process and symbolism of the Icon. These are for the unabashed Tomorrowland lovers!
Rosegarden Unleash Your Inner Dragon She’s the beast that awes everyone who meets her, a benevolent guardian full of smoke, sound and fury. An ode to Tomorrowland’s magical Rosegarden and its gigantic moving dragon, also known as the most beautiful festival stage in the world, this part of the collection is designed for you to unleash your inner dragon. Wear her on your hoodie, as a badge, or anything in between – and don’t forget spit fire about everything you’re passionate about.
PLEDGE YOUR ALLEGIANCE Want to look and feel the part? Show us or tell us which of the collection’s three pillars would suit you best and win a TML by Tomorrowland surprise! Make sure to be as creative as possible and send your story or picture to today@tomorrowland.com. FIND YOUR STYLE Are you ready to be transformed from the outside in? Look for the official TML by Tomorrowland Boutiques on your map. They are located at the main info point on the court by the day entrance, behind the Mainstage, near the exit towards DreamVille, and on the Marketplace at DreamVille. 23
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If you’ve been to Tomorrowland before, you may have noticed some new guests hanging out around the Holy Grounds. This spring, seven trolls permanently moved into the valley, carving a new home out of these enchanted forests. The Scandinavian creatures were led here by Thomas Dambo, a Danish artist who creates the most mesmerizing art out of recycled materials. Though rather impressive in size, the trolls are shy by nature; only two of them can be seen on the actual festival grounds. Spotted these big fellas? Make sure to ask them for a selfie and send it to today@tomorrowland.com!
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PLAN(T) A BREAK
For the People of Tomorrow, this is nothing you didn’t already know: plant-based is the new black. And who else to trust with your favourite meal of the day than Alpro, the proven pro when it comes to healthy and environmentally-friendly goodies? Your tummy surely knows the answer to this question already! At the Farmhouse, right on DreamVille, you’ll find the Alpro breakfast bar, the place where you can feast your taste buds on a beautiful breakfast bowl with fresh fruits and granola. If that doesn’t make you feel whole again, surely, a smoothie vitamin boost will do the trick. For that extra shot of energy, the Farmhouse has the best coffees, freshly brewed by the baristas. Still feeling hot, hot, hot from dancing all night? Get a ready-made iced coffee to go in one of three different flavours. Be kind to your body and to Mother Nature: plan a plant-based break for breakfast!
HAIR FIX
Woke up feeling less than gorgeous today? Take a deep breath, tune back in to your inner fabulous self… or admit defeat and move on to the hair salon, because let’s be honest, sometimes we all just need a little extra oomph. The Sebastian Salon is situated at the festival grounds next to the tattoo shop (make sure you don’t get those two mixed up in the early a.m.!). Here, hair stylists are eagerly waiting to work their magic with glitters, flowers, shiny accessories and braiding skills you’ve never seen before. No need to book ahead, be welcome from 12h00 18h00!
LIVE: TOMORROWLAND - ONE WORLD RADIO
Up and running since this celebratory year is Tomorrowland - One World Radio, a digital radio and content platform. The platform plays exclusive tracks, unique mixes by the biggest DJs, new releases and, of course, the most iconic livesets from 15 years of Tomorrowland. You can tune in via tomorrowland.com or through the Tomorrowland App, or you can drop by the studio itself this weekend! Every festival day will see another a live broadcast from Tomorrowland - One World Radio’s campsite abode. Find their studio at the DreamVille Marketplace, and don’t forget to give the DJs a thumbs-up while you’re there.
MORE THAN JUST A SHIRT
INSTA-FAME
You may have seen them already: the ‘Happy to Help You’ crew ready to assist at DreamVille and, as of tomorrow, Tomorrowland itself. From this year onwards, that happiness isn’t just limited to the service they offer – it’s a part of the very clothes they wear. In cooperation with Urban Fibres, Tomorrowland has developed an entirely new, sustainable production chain for crew T-shirts. They are made with fair treatment for local cotton farmers and organic farming methods. A new re-use system ensures they are never thrown away, and once they’re worn out, they are recycled into jeans. Think of that when you see the crew, and you’ll surely be smiling!
He's here, he's there, he's everywhere! But where is that, exactly? You won't know until you know. And when you do, it's up to you to ask him for a photo. Mysterious miniature People of Tomorrow notoriously show up around the festival every year, ready to photobomb your festi-selfie. While Bram here might say he hasn’t much time, don't let that mislead you: he's ready for insta-fame whichever way. Send your selfie with Bram to today@tomorrowland.com! 25
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It’s everyone’s favourite workout: eating until you can no longer move. To have you indulge like a king, Tomorrowland offers Tastes of the World: an introduction to flavours from places you never even knew you wanted to go, a veritable unity of flavours from around the globe! Tastes of the World is all about the enjoyment of delicious, high-quality food and drinks, with a lot of attention paid to the origins of the product and the use of pure ingredients. The chefs are motivated to bring you the best meal of the day, the cocktail shakers are inspired to stir things up a notch, and of course, the standards of hospitality match the welcoming spirit of the People of Tomorrow. It’s all part of Tastes of the World!
WIN A FEAST
Want to try out the MESA Restaurant in person? Win a table for two! All you have to do is send a recipe of your personal favourite ‘Taste of the World’ to today@tomorrowland.com!
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This year, a new restaurant enters the magic grounds of Tomorrowland: MESA. A sister spot of the new Antwerp-based restaurant, MESA offers different flavours from all corners of the world. Made with ingredients that come from passionate farmers and producers and prepared with respect for the traditional ways of cooking, you can taste the love MESA’s chef puts into every dish. It’s one of those places where you’ll want to over-order, just so you can share and try between you and your friends. Find the restaurant located in the tent next to the Cage entrance.
Young chef Thijs Meliefste doesn’t just have the loveliest last name (it translates to ‘Mylove’ in Dutch), he’s also all about loving his profession. Incredibly hard-working, he made his Restaurant Meliefste grow to world fame in just a few years. At the Aperto Restaurant, Meliefste’s menu is a great introduction to the culinary adventure of high dining. Enjoy a three-course meal with a sweet bite to end and views on the Mainstage, and let Thijs Meliefste’s view on top-notch food surprise you in the best possible ways. Find the Aperto Restaurant at the Mainstage, on top of the hill, in the centre tent.
BRASA
They were here last year, they melted the snow of Winter and now they’re back again: the real grillmasters of Brasa! Choose between meat, fish or cheese (yep, a barbecue place that is veggiefriendly!) and a wide range of tastes. Try the Tomahawk steak, chomp down on their fresh gambas or let the gooey burrata melt on your tongue as it melts your heart. All dishes are prepared on the Ofyr grill, and pair perfectly with a cold glass of wine. You can find the BRASA restaurant as well as their food stand on the terrace close to the LEAF stage.
FARMHOUSE
For all who have temporarily moved into DreamVille for the weekend, the Farmhouse is the place to be at any time of day. Boasting many different food stands, everyoneat the Farmhouse has one thing in common: they all stay close to their origins. When it comes to food, this means fresh chicken on the grill, fruit straight from the orchards and local bacon for breakfast. Come here for a beautiful breakfast, stay to lounge and lunch and return after a wild night for a late burger to end the day on a juicy note.
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The vibrant B-EAT restaurant returns once again to Tomorrowland 2019 to celebrate the 15th anniversary with a celebration party! Presented by Tastes of the World chefs and bartenders, it’s all one big surprise, with one certainty: they will serve up some of the best food and music! B-EAT is all about matching consumptions to beats, with DJ’s playing even as the food is served. You can find B-EAT behind the Mainstage at the big food court, on the upper floor next to the Belgian Beers bar.
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Consider making your way to the Gelateria. Belgian summers might not be the most reliable when it comes to keeping temperatures in the tropical range, but you can never go wrong with a cone of ice cream. You’ll want to lick it now, lick it good with the vast array of flavours on offer here – they offer twice as many options as last year. Don’t forget to try their waffles as well (when in Belgium…!).
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What’s the red line running through the wisest story ever told on Earth? That’s right – music. From the tentative first sounds of the day at the smaller stages to the thunderous roar of thousands singing along by the Mainstage, there is never a quiet page in the Book of Wisdom. On the following pages, you can learn all there is to know about the sounds that you will hear during your stay at Tomorrowland. You’ll find artist interviews, biographies of acts that you don’t want to miss, the full timetable for all stages, and a daily Daybreak Sessions feature. Read on, and enjoy the music!
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NINA KRAVIZ Saturday | l’Orangerie | 23h00 - 00h55
THE FEMALE For most of their roughly 40 years of existence, dance music DJ booths have been a male-dominated domain. The times are changing, though, and a new generation of female selectors are making their way from dark, underground clubs into the festival limelight. Tomorrowland is no exception to this trend, with more feminine talent on this year’s bill than ever before; what better way to unite than to have the festival’s gender balance realistically represented on stage, after all? Having come up mostly in the techno, electro and rave scenes, where quality and skill reign supreme over image and showmanship, Tomorrowland’s female DJs are poised to transform our understanding of dance music. Here are some of the femmes that will give you a glimpse of the future this weekend.
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Not only will Russia’s biggest DJ spin a set jam-packed with gritty techno and dark electro, she’s also curated the Orangerie stage on Saturday this year. On stage are some of her very favourite DJs, who all love the underground and history of club music as much as she does. Helena Hauff ’s slot is set to be as special as Nina’s own, and another pumping – though not female – highlight is the live performance by Karenn, a long-time hard techno collab between prolific British producers Blawan and Pariah.
BRINA KNAUSS Friday | Core | 15h30 - 17h00 Slovenian-born, Italian-based Brina Knauss’s rise to fame has been mostly due to her career as a pop singer and a model, but she’s also DJ’d all over the world in recent years. Her signature dreamy mix of house, tech and deep house is unforgettable when heard from the centre of any dance floor, and this should be particularly true for the magical setting of Core. After impressive appearances in Ibiza, London and Milan, it’s now about time for her to shake up Boom.
PAULA TEMPLE Saturday | l’Orangerie | 19h00 - 21h00 British producer Paula Temple has been working the decks and machines for a decade and a half now. Her releases on renowned labels such as R&S, Belgium’s most famous techno imprint, and Jeff Mills’ Axis Records, have one thing in common: they’re deep, noisy, hard and not for the faint-hearted. That sound is also reflected in her hybrid live/DJ-sets which are aggressive, deafening and ever exciting. Paula Temple is real (or shall we say, unreal?) and should not be missed.
AMELIE LENS Friday | Mainstage | 14h50 - 15h50 One of the rawest techno artists to be performing this year is 29-year-old producer Amelie Lens from Brussels. It’s hard to not instantly start bouncing to her bass-heavy, relentless techno sets with hints of bubbly acid and military-precision percussion. As is the case with many artists, Amelie experienced a ‘eureka’ moment early on in her career, after which many things changed: she went to a rock festival in 2006, and it was there, of all places, that she discovered electronic music in full. Upon arriving at home she started reading up on various electronic artists. With releases on Adam Beyer’s Drumcode and PanPot’s Second State, Lens’s own sound does represent the banging four-to-the-floor nature of these record labels, although you shouldn’t be surprised to hear some dark underground electro in her mixes too. Amelie is one of the biggest sensations in the current techno scene - today you’ll have the chance to find out why!
MISS ENEMY Sunday | Cage | 15h00 - 16h00 Erica Mingardi, aka Miss Enemy, grew up in the Italian city of Bologna listening to reggae, before mysteriously switching to hardcore and gabber. An interesting switch, to be sure, and there’s no trace of Caribbean sunshine left in her music; Mingardi’s output is a delicacy for fans of bass-heavy beats at mind-boggling BPMs. She’s played festivals all over the world and last year’s appearance at Tomorrowland was such a big success that she’s been invited back. Come along and see for yourself how hardcore is done the Mediterranean way. 31
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SURPRISE
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REGI VS YVES V 22h45 - 23h30
HENRI PFR 22h00 - 22h45
ROMEO BLANCO 21h15 - 22h00
DOUBLE PLEASURE 20h15 - 21h15
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MADEMOISELLE LUNA 18h00 - 18h45
FLASHBACK FORCE 17h15 - 18h00
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HERMANOS 15h45 - 16h30
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FABIO MARCS 14:00 - 15:00
STUBRU CONTEST WINNER 13h00 - 14h00
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The Best Warm-up in theWorld
THE GATHERING The time has come: Tomorrowland 2019 has kicked off. On this very first day, you’ll find yourself lucky to be able to rave right next to where you’ve pitched your tent. Easing you into the magical Tomorrowland atmosphere, as it were, The Gathering is almost a festival in and of itself – a glorious warm-up for the days to come. Many years ago, it was decided that DeamVille would open on Thursday, a day ahead of the full festival kick-off, so you can avoid the traffic jams and pitch your tent in a real chilled-out fashion. But practical matters aside, The Gathering comes highly recommended this Thursday, as it will give you an opportunity to acclimatize. Especially for those who have never been before, Tomorrowland’s magic can be a little intimidating at first. So with little cat 32
steps, The Gathering will give you a few hints about the grandeur of the weekend you are about to embark on – and offer you a chance to meet your fellow campers, of course. The Gathering may be a pre-party, but it will be unlike any pre-party you’ve seen before, because those who gather here are the People of Tomorrow, the most cheerful ravers in the world! Musically, The Gathering represents what’s going on in the current Belgian electronic scene, a scene that has been thriving since the very beginning of electronic dance music. With many clubs scattered across the country’s cities and even its villages, Belgium has always been a hotbed, a place where producers could try out new, exciting and revolutionary sounds on the dance floor. The Gathering’s lineup includes mostly Belgian DJs and artists old and young, established
as well as up-and-coming, spinning anything from old school rave to cross-over dance and EDM. People of Tomorrow, you now know what to do once you’ve pitched your tent: head to The Gathering and warm up those muscles as you rave along!
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REGI VS YVES V 22h45 - 23h30
One of Belgium’s premium EDM DJs, Yves V has been in DJ Mag’s Top 100 for years. His B2B sets with long-time buddy Regi cover the full spectrum of high-energy EDM, ranging from happy and sunny singalongs to the kind of thumping, hoover-laden crowd pleasers that make your face contort in the best possible way. For a sample of what’s in store, check out the pop-star remixes Yves did for the likes of Timbaland, Missy Elliott and Ginuwine.
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The story of Hermanos’ collaboration doesn’t begin at some fancy festival stage, but in their childhood bedroom: these two brothers have been working together since they were old enough to work a mixer. Glenn had been fascinated by the DJ scene since a young age, and he taught his younger brother Mikey all there was to know. Their shared passion for African & Latin-influenced house, tribal drums and infectious grooves blossomed into a DJ career – first by the name of Stereo Killah, now known as Hermanos – that has seen them heat up dancefloors all over Belgium.
Widely acknowledged as one of the EDM superstars of the future, Brussels-born Henri PFR sure is one to watch out for. A handsome young DJ, Henri already has some pretty big crowds screaming for him, and has been present at Tomorrowland for a number of years now. It feels like he’s just one big hit away from a primetime spot at the Mainstage! Until then, be sure to take advantage and watch this new kid on the block blast his EDM and tropical house in the intimate setting of The Gathering.
15h45 - 16h30
22h00 - 22h45
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MADEMOISELLE LUNA 18h45 - 19h30
Mademoiselle Luna’s specialty is house music at its happiest, sunniest and poppiest. You must be feeling good already, having just arrived at DreamVille, but Luna’s feel-good set is bound to make you feel even better – check out her hit ‘How It Is’ and you’ll get the point. Already a dance-pop star in her native Belgium, The Gathering’s international crowd will be Luna’s ideal gateway to success on a more global level. Make sure to bring your flags and your prettiest smiles in order to give her appropriate and full support!
THE BOOK OF WISDOM THE RETURN
BELGIUM 2019
JULY 19TH 2019
MAINSTAGE
15Y Spectacle The Chainsmokers Tiësto Steve Aoki Don Diablo Black Coffee Oliver Heldens Alok DJ Diesel Hugel Amelie Lens Daybreak Session: Carl Cox
THE BOOK OF WISDOM 00h50 - 01h00 23h50 - 00h50 22h50 - 23h50 21h50 - 22h50 20h50 - 21h50 19h50 - 20h50 18h50 - 19h50 17h50 - 18h50 16h50 - 17h50 15h50 - 16h50 14h50 - 15h50 12h00 - 14h50
Hosted by MC Stretch
ERIC PRYDZ PRES. HOLOSPHERE
Carl Cox
MAINSTAGE | 12h00 – 14h50
The Mainstage is kicked off every day with a smooth, long set, helping you ease your way from quiet, magic DreamVille mornings into the pure madness that breaks loose at night. This year, the honour of opening the gates of Tomorrowland comes down again to larger-than-life techno legend Carl Cox. For over thirty years Carl has been a leading name, an establishment in house, rave and techno music. And he has been a Tomorrowland regular for years too, headlining and hosting several of the festival's very biggest stages. Even though he is a top name on most line-ups and thus not used to playing so early in the day, Cox is happy to make an exception for Tomorrowland, just as he did last year. One of the reasons to brave a morning trek to the Holy Grounds for this is the fact that DJs playing Daybreak Sessions are often caught exposing a whole new side of themselves. They display an artistic, musical gusto of that not many - if any! - have heard before. With a three-hour set early on the day, they get the chance to tell a story from the introduction to the everafter. Devoid of all the pressure of keeping the audience right in that pumped-up mesmerizing zone of energy, the music is allowed to blossom and ease its way into your body. Carl Cox' Daybreak Session will make your musical heart beat faster while your brain feasts on an abundance of fresh impressions.
FREEDOM
Eric Prydz Tiga Camelphat Cristoph Yotto Surfing Leons Neon
23h00 - 01h00 21h00 - 23h00 19h30 - 21h00 17h30 - 19h30 15h30 - 17h30 14h00 - 15h30 12h30 - 14h00
WE PLAY HOUSE
CASA CORONA 20h30 - 22h00 19h00 - 20h30 17h30 - 19h00 16h00 - 17h30 14h30 - 16h00 12h30 - 14h30
Pete Howl Maxim Lany San Soda Red D ft. Lady Linn Mona Lee Bjeor
DIYNAMIC
Undercatt Solomun Adriatique Kollektiv Turmstrasse Magit Cacoon Moscoman Notoir
MONSTERCAT
Zeds Dead NGHTMRE & SLANDER present Gud Vibrations Slushii Seven Lions b2b Kill the Noise Modestep Pegboard Nerds b2b Tokyo Machine Gammer DROELOE Conro Justin OH Davis (The Sound of Tomorrow)
MOOSE
Thierry Vonderwarth Feest DJ Lucki Luc De Romeos F.R.A.N.K. DJ Mr. E
GARDEN OF MADNESS 23h30 –00h55 21h30 - 23h30 19h30 - 21h30 17h30 - 19h30 15h30 - 17h30 13h30 - 15h30 12h30 - 13h30
THE ROSE GARDEN 23h30 - 01h00 22h00 - 23h30 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 12h30 - 14h00 MOOSE BAR
22h00 - 00h30 19h00 - 22h00 18h00 - 19h00 16h00 - 18h00 14h00 - 16h00
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INTO THE WILD Evil Activities B-Front Hard Driver Frequencerz Sub Zero Project Wildstylez Sound Rush Primeshock Refuzion Jay Reeve Hosted by Villain
KRANKENHAUS Captain Flash Kaiserr Jeroen Delodder Pelace Locked Groove Kimman Sixsixsixties Krankenhaus Selektion
RADIO ULTRA MODERN
B-KAY UNEAK ft. COSMIC Crack-T Rakesh aka Blackjack90000 Fabio Marcs
KOZZMOZZ
TOMORROWLAND TODAY
Q-DANCE
23h00 - 00h00 22h00 - 23h00 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 17h30 - 19h00 16h30 - 17h30 15h30 - 16h30 14h00 - 15h30 12h30 - 14h00 RAVE CAVE 23h00 - 01h00 21h30 - 23h00 19h30 - 21h30 18h00 - 19h30 16h30 -18h00 15h00 - 16h30 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00 HARBOUR HOUSE 22h00 - 01h00 19h00 - 22h00 17h00 - 19h00 15h00 - 17h00 13h00 - 15h00 CAGE
Dax J Tommy Four Seven Headstrong (Randomer & Clouds) Fjaak (live) 999999999 Linear Straight Spacid
22h00 - 00h00 20h30 - 22h00 19h00 - 20h30 18h00 - 19h00 16h30 - 18h00 15h00 - 16h30 13h00 - 15h00
Benny Benassi The Magician Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano Sam Feldt Lucas & Steve Double Pleasure Bruno Martini Chus + Ceballos Mia More
23h00 - 00h00 22h00 - 23h00 20h00 - 22h00 18h30 - 20h00 17h30 - 18h30 16h00 - 17h30 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 12h30 - 14h00
L'ORANGERIE SEXY BY NATURE
CAFEINA
Konstantin Sibold Roma Kolombo Alec & Philip Disco Dasco Chocolate Puma DJ Licious & Delafino Seelen & Cemode Zfilio & Tim G Tach Cremer & Luna Fino
KARA SAVI 23h30 - 00h55 22h30 - 23h30 21h00 - 22h30 20h00 - 21h00 18h30 - 20h00 17h00 - 18h30 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 12h30 - 14h00
ANJUNABEATS Seven Lions Above & Beyond Gabriel & Dresden Ilan Bluestone Andrew Bayer Spencer Brown Grum Oliver Smith Genix Tinlicker Josep Amber Stomp
FUSE & DAVE CLARKE PRESENT Rødhåd Dave Clarke Pan-Pot Chris Liebing Cellini Pierre Downside
YOUPHORIA
00h00 - 00h50 22h00 - 00h00 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00 12h00 - 13h00 ATMOSPHERE 23h00 - 01h00 21h00 - 23h00 19h00 - 21h00 17h00 -19h00 15h00 - 17h00 13h30 - 15h00 12h00 - 13h30
CROSSTOWN REBELS PRESENT GET LOST
CORE
STMPD RCRDS
LOTUS
Damian Lazarus Bedouin Guy Gerber Ae:ther (live) Virgil Abloh Brina Knauss Audiojack Raw District
23h00 - 01h00 21h00 - 23h00 19h30 - 21h00 18h30 - 19h30 17h00 - 18h30 15h30 - 17h00 14h00 - 15h30 12h30 - 14h00
Martin Garrix changeover Bebe Rexha changeover Salvatore Ganacci Louis the Child Vintage Culture Dyro B2B Loopers Brooks B2B Julian Jordan DubVision B2B Raiden Blinders B2B TV Noise Bart B More Infuze Todd Helder B2B CMC$ Eauxmar B2B Osrin
23h15 - 01h00
LOST & FOUND Roy Rosenfeld Guy Mantzur Guy J Sebastien Leger Hermanez
22h15 - 23h00 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h15 - 17h00 15h30 - 16h15 14h45 - 15h30 14h00 - 14h45 13h00 - 14h00 12h00 - 13h00 LEAF
21h30 - 23h30 19h30 - 21h30 17h30 - 19h30 15h30 - 17h30 12h30 - 15h30
THE BOOK OF WISDOM THE RETURN
TOMORROWLAND TODAY
BELGIUM 2019
FJAAK
FOCUS ON MAGICAL FRIDAY KOZZMOZZ | 18h00 – 19h00
Epic analogue live-sets, true hardware production, and a barrage of techno beats no one can resist. Yes, this is FJAAK. What started as an electronic experiment in their parents’ basement on the outskirts of Berlin escalated quickly for this duo. Over the last few years, Felix Wagner and Aaron Röbig transformed into one of the scene’s most requested acts. One thing is for sure: FJAAK’s star is rising. How would you describe the first years of making music in that basement? “Do you remember when you discovered electronic music for the first time? That’s what we experienced back then. It felt like we entered a mystic temple with endless rooms full of beautiful things just waiting to be discovered. In this Spandau (a city on the outskirts of Berlin's urban sprawl – eds.) basement, there was nothing around. No techno, no clubs or bars. Just the one record store we were digging through all the time. That was it.” Ibiza, Prague, Saarbrücken, Barcelona, Belgium, Amsterdam, Spain. From Poland, you hit Amsterdam again and from there you travel to Paris and Leipzig. And that’s just July. What do you do when you’re off? “Studio, studio, studio. Making music is what fills up most of our free time. Besides the studio we love to hit a big forest or a lake to clear our minds. There’s nothing better than a quiet lakeshore after an intense tour.”
What did Felix’s parents think of you guys being in the studio almost 24/7? “We have to say, they’re quite open-minded. In the end we always found a loudness level that was accepted by all parties. Now, from time to time, they come to visit us when we have to play. Whether it’s for Boiler Room in Krakow or – closer to home – in Berlin’s Berghain. We guess they started missing the loud bass in their basement.” Who does what in the studio and on stage? “We never had this kind of hierarchy, as we produce lots of music on our own as well. We just try to get the best out of ourselves and make some dope music. Every now and then we slide into some structures and rituals. But our equipment and workflow change all the time, and so do we, when it comes to our tasks.” You’re well-known for your analogue livesets. When did you choose to go 100% live? “That change happened almost ten years ago. As we didn't have any money, we shared a single laptop on stage. We connected several controllers to it, so we could interact more. We didn’t like the fact that we were simultaneously staring at the same screen, so we started to add hardware to our setup. Playing live immediately felt more fun and interactive. We enjoyed the machines so much. After this experience there was no turning back. We got more and more into hardware.”
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What do you have to bring from A to B to play live-sets? “Two supermassive suitcases and two other bags full of cables. We only bring one extra pair of socks, one t-shirt and one boxer short. We need all the space we’ve got for equipment. To be honest, most of the airlines should better not check the weight of our cabin luggage.” Once upon a time Modeselektor predicted you would be the next big thing. How did these words help your career? “We’ve become real good friends with Modeselektor. They always have an open ear and their minds are full of energy to keep up with the youngsters. It's always good to have strong people saying nice things about you – it motivates you to continue. In the nearby future there’s a lot of new music coming up from us!” In another genre Snoop Dogg, once wrote a song about a wavy green plant. How did that plant become part of your (social) image? “We fjaaking love wavey green plants and just got tired of hiding that! Fjaak your ego and just be yourself!”
THE BOOK OF WISDOM THE RETURN
BELGIUM 2019
MAINSTAGE
JULY 20TH 2019
15Y Spectacle DJ Snake Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike Armin van Buuren W&W Yves V Da Tweekaz Jonas Blue MATTN Loud Luxury DJ Licious Daybreak Session: Maceo Plex
THE BOOK OF WISDOM 00h50 - 01h00 23h50 - 00h50 22h50 - 23h50 21h50 - 22h50 20h50 - 21h50 19h50 - 20h50 18h50 - 19h50 17h50 - 18h50 16h50 - 17h50 15h50 - 16h50 14h50 - 15h50 12h00 - 14h50
Hosted by MC Stretch
SHINE
Maceo Plex
MAINSTAGE | 12h00 – 14h50
You won’t be needing any wake-up calls about what to do with your life this weekend, as we’re pretty sure you’re on holiday. A relaxing wake-up call by one of the world’s most gifted DJs however… Who would say no to that? Get ready for a special one today, with Cuban-American techno and house producer Eric Estornel, aka Maceo Plex! With current and past residencies at Ibiza’s most famous clubs, including Pacha, Space and Amnesia, Maceo Plex is a force to be reckoned with. Not only does he know to get the hedonistic Balearic crowds jumping, he’s also got a large amount of fans among serious lovers of underground electronic music. Besides being a DJ and a musician, Estornel is also a business man, so he knows very well how to cater to his very diverse set of admirers - a quality that comes inhandy when doing a Daybreak Session. That is because Daybreak Sessions aren’t meant to be high-octane sets, but showcases of how far you can take it as a DJ; the slots are a challenge as well as an adventure for the people taking place behind the decks. For Maceo Plex in particular, this is likely to cause him to diverge a little from the dramatic, mesmerizing techno sound he’d play during a typical Ibiza set and go back to more minimal-sounding treats, potentially even with some dub influences. Get ready for a hazy, relaxing dance floor experience!
FREEDOM
Aly & Fila 23h00 - 00h30 Alex M.O.R.P.H. 22h00 - 23h00 Ferry Corsten 21h00 - 22h00 Paul van Dyk 19h30 - 21h00 John O’Callaghan 18h30 - 19h30 & Bryan Kearney present KEY4050 Ben Nicky 17h30 - 18h30 Push (live) 16h30 - 17h30 Jordan Suckley 15h30 - 16h30 Will Atkinson 14h30 - 15h30 Paul Thomas 13h30 - 14h30 Chris Bekker 12h00 - 13h30
CONTRAIR
TITIA A Local Hero b2b Bafana Thang Paramida Pirrès
BONZAI
Bonzai All Stars Yves Deruyter Franky Kloeck Jan Vervloet DJ Ghost Bountyhunter Franky Jones Airwave Dj Jan Greg S
CASA CORONA 20h00 - 22h00 18h00 - 20h00 16h30 - 18h00 14h30 - 16h30 12h30 - 14h30 THE ROSE GARDEN 23h30 - 01h00 22h30 - 23h30 21h00 - 22h30 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 15h30 - 17h00 14h00 - 15h30 13h00 - 14h00
Hosted by MC Pyro & MC Reign
RADIO ULTRA MODERN
The Knightriders Rakesh aka Blackjack9000 Discobaar A Moeder Bubba DRIGAO & IAMGUNZ Blvckprint
NINA KRAVIZ Nina Kraviz Helena Hauff Paula Temple Karenn (live) Deniro Marco Bailey
HARBOUR HOUSE 23h00 - 01h00 21h00 - 23h00 19h00 - 21h00 17h00 - 19h00 15h00 - 17h00 13h00 - 15h00 L'ORANGERIE
23h00 - 00h55 21h00 - 23h00 19h00 - 21h00 17h30 - 19h00 15h30 - 17h30 12h30 - 15h30
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Q-DANCE
Q-Dance Endshow Sefa Zatox Phuture Noize Psyko Punkz Ran-D D-Block & S-te-Fan Devin Wild & JNXD Brennan Heart Code Black Audiotricz Dark-E
TOMORROWLAND TODAY
23h50 - 00h00 23h00 - 00h00 22h00 - 23h00 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00
Hosted by Villain
KETALOCO
Hernan Cattaneo Midnight Criminals Artbat Caspar & Don Cabron Mees Salomé Steve Slight
LEAF
21h00 - 23h30 19h30 - 21h00 17h30 - 19h30 15h30 - 17h30 14h00 - 15h30 12h30 - 14h00
WOODY WEEKEND
RAVE CAVE Many Moore 00h00 - 01h00 Kneels 23h00 - 00h00 Donelly 22h00 - 23h00 Severe 21h00 - 22h00 Wezlee 20h00 - 21h00 Basement Sounds 19h00 - 20h00 Greg Lamore vs Jay Lee Hudson 18h00 - 19h00 Que 9 17h00 - 18h00 Thim 16h00 - 17h00 Jackless & The Fox 15h00 - 16h00 Samyn 14h00 - 15h00 Maximo 13h00 - 14h00 KARA I LOVE THE 90S SAVI Charly Lownoise & Mental Theo 22h00 - 23h00 Ward vs Starfighter 21h30 - 22h00 Niels van Gogh 20h30 - 21h30 Wout 19h30 - 20h30 Sven Lanvin 18h30 - 19h30 Pat Krimson 17h30 - 18h30 Furax 16h30 - 17h30 Ward 13h00 - 16h30
GIANLUCA VACCHI & FRIENDS Afro Bros Manuel Turizo KHEA Gianluca Vacchi MC Fioti Merk & Kremont Nicola Zucchi Double Deejay Makasi Frederico
GLITTERBOX Junior Jack Roger Sanchez The Shapeshifters Simon Dunmore Melvo Baptiste Sheridan
AFTERLIFE
Tale of Us Stephan Bodzin (live) Mind Against Agents of Time (live) Kevin de Vries VNTM (live) Axel Haube
DIRTYBIRD
23h00 - 01h00 21h30 - 23h00 20h00 - 21h30 18h30 - 20h00 17h00 - 18h30 15h30 - 17h00 14h00 - 15h30 12h30 - 14h00
NETSKY & FRIENDS
GARDEN OF MADNESS 00h00 – 00h55 22h40 - 00h00 22h00 - 22h40 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 12h30 - 14h00
Alison Wonderland Netsky Young Thug A-Trak Hot Dub Time Machine London On Da Track Jauz Holy Goof R.O 1991 Hush Hefner DJ Moe
MOOSE
Laurent Wery The Bobmeister DJ Kurt Marco Mzee Jelle DK DJ Rino
MOOSE BAR
23h00 - 00h30 22h00 - 23h00 20h00 - 22h00 19h00 - 20h00 16h00 - 19h00 14h00 - 16h00
LOST FREQUENCIES & FRIENDS Oscar & The Wolf (live)
LOTUS 23h45 - 01h00
changeover
Tchami & Malaa
22h45 - 00h00 21h45 - 22h45
changeover
22h00 - 00h00 20h30- 22h00 18h30 - 20h30 16h30 - 18h30 14h30 - 16h30 13h00 - 14h30
CORE
Solardo Claude Vonstroke wAFF Robag Wruhme Catz 'N Dogz Nico Morano Rebuke Reygel & Peri
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CAGE
23h00 - 01h00 22h00 - 23h00 20h00 - 22h00 18h00 - 20h00 17h00 - 18h00 15h30 - 17h00 14h30 - 15h30 12h00 - 14h30
Special Guest
YOUPHORIA
21h00 - 21h45 18h40 - 21h00 18h00 - 18h40 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 12h30 - 14h00
ATMOSPHERE
Lost Frequencies (live)
22h30 - 23h30 21h15 - 22h25
Nora en Pure 20h00 - 21h00 Dom Dolla 19h00 - 20h00 EDX 18h00 - 19h00 Zonderling 17h00 - 18h00 Mr Belt & Wezol 16h00 - 17h00 Empra (The Sound of Tomorrow) 15h00 - 16h00 Pretty Pink 14h00 - 15h00 Mastrovita 13h00 - 14h00 TooLate Groove 12h00 - 13h00
THE BOOK OF WISDOM THE RETURN
TOMORROWLAND TODAY
BELGIUM 2019
CHARLY LOWNOISE & MENTAL THEO FOCUS ON INCREDIBLE SATURDAY I LOVE THE 90S | 22h00 – 23h00
Tamagotchis, Tetris and a Walkman... yes, that’s the ‘90s we’re talking about. En masse, the Netherlands hummed along to a track made by some new kids on the block. “I found the love but it didn't last, wonderful days belong to the past;” these were the wonderful days of Charly Lownoise & Mental Theo. This year, they celebrate their 25th anniversary as a DJ duo. Add to that Tomorrowland’s 15th birthday, and you’ll understand the duo’s closing set at I Love the ‘90s will take you to higher dimensions. But before it’s time to pull out all the stops, let’s go back on a hardcore trip down memory lane with these two Dutch veterans. Your track ‘Wonderful Days’ went viral back in the early ‘90s. You became stars practically overnight. What did an average weekend for you look like back then? Mental Theo: “Flights, hangovers, traveling, parties, hotels, bars, shopping malls, girls, parties, restaurants, flights, flights, and occasionally a studio.” Charly Lownoise: “It started on Monday, ended on Sunday and started again on Monday. We flew all over the world. In the exceptional case when I was home, I just ate a sandwich in my little garden near the Dutch sea.” What do you miss most from those days? Theo: “Performing at illegal underground raves.” Charly: “Britney Spears, Blümchen and The Backstreet Boys. Man, the times we had with those guys. Throwing cakes through a tv-show at Nick's birthday party...”
Do you have nicknames for each other? Charly: “I usually just say ‘Heey áwwe’!” (That’s ‘Hey mate’ in Charly’s local Dutch dialect – eds.) Theo: “Sketpaal.” (As to this word, we have no clue what it means whatsoever – eds.)
Any bad habits? Theo: “About myself? Do we have time for that?!” Charly: “I still pick my nose and shoot away what comes out. Oh, and besides that, I should also stand up more for myself and say what I want.”
OK, áwwes. Now that we’re talking nostalgia anyways - what were your most memorable performances? Theo: “The first Love Parades and our performance at Cleveland’s Metropolis Nightclub. Tommie Sunshine came by to see us as that night and told us how big we were in the underground scene in America in the ‘90s. And our first time at Tomorrowland, of course. We wanted to play here so, so badly.” Charly: “I’ll never forget our performance on Independence Day in the middle of the Australian Outback. We shared a stage with Carl Cox and Laurent Garnier. As soon as we started playing, the sun came up! Another one I’ll never forget is one of the first Love Parades, when 180,000 people sang along to ‘Wonderful Days’.”
Theo, your son’s DJ-ing as well. As alcohol, sex and fast cars popped up frequently on your own path, what advice would you give him? Theo: “Don’t be as naughty as your father, haha!”
How did you raise each other over the last 25 years? Theo: “Totally wrong, haha. We were each other’s bad examples. But ultimately this resulted in wise life lessons.” Charly: “I’ve always seen Theo as my mentor in the artist business. I paid close attention to how he deals with the world. The things that suited me, I’ve adopted.”
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Charly, you transformed yourself into a Zen meditation teacher on the side. How does this affect your performances? Charly: “On stage I’m the tough DJ. But besides all the roles I play and masks I wear, I’m also fragile, and have a subtle energy, just like every other human being. If you look into the eyes of a child, an old person or a dog you’ll see that energy. Meditation helps me connect to that. On and off stage.” So, back to 2019. What can we expect of you this weekend? Theo: “We’re going wild. It’ll be a tsunami of great memories from the past 25 years. The best of happy hardcore mixed with some old-school hits.” Charly: “People will go on an unforgettable trip down memory lane. Later that night, when they’ll be lying in their tents, you’ll still hear them singing. We’re going to do exactly what we do best: making happy music! There’s enough war in the world already.”
THE BOOK OF WISDOM THE RETURN
BELGIUM 2019
TOMORROWLAND TODAY
KNTXT
MAINSTAGE
JULY 21ST 2019
THE BOOK OF WISDOM 23h50 - 00h00 23h00 - 23h50
15Y Spectacle 15 YEARS OF ICONIC ANTHEMS FT. 3 ARE LEGEND (Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike ft. Steve Aoki) & FRIENDS Kölsch 22h00 - 23h00 Afrojack 21h00 - 22h00 Timmy Trumpet 20h00 - 21h00 KSHMR 19h00 - 20h00 Robin Schulz 18h00 - 19h00 Laidback Luke 17h00 - 18h00 Bassjackers 16h00 - 17h00 Fedde Le Grand 15h00 - 16h00 Marlo 14h00 - 15h00 Daybreak Session: Cosmic Gate 12h00 - 14h00 Hosted by MC Stretch
MARTIN SOLVEIG & FRIENDS
Cosmic Gate MAINSTAGE | 12h00 – 14h00
Slowly waking up on the dance floor to a soundtrack of easy-going four-to-thefloor beats: this is a Daybreak Session. Today’s slot may be the dreamiest one of the whole weekend, as it’s Claus Terhoeven and Stefan Bossems spinning. Cosmic Gate were some of the first to produce the music now known as trance, and with such an abundance of musical knowledge, this set is set to be a special one. The German duo started off producing together in the late nineties, focusing on a sound that was known as hard trance. As they grew older, they came to appreciate and produce more laidback subgenres of trance. That type of sound is something they are expected to focus on today, although you can never be entirely sure. Cosmic Gate’s output is impressively diverse - besides hard trance productions, it also includes more euphoric and washed-out work, produced together with other global hotshots including Armin van Buuren, Tiësto and Johan Gielen. A great example of a Cosmic Gate tune that would be perfect for a Daybreak Session is their remix of ‘Call to Arms’ by the great Gareth Emery (feat. Evan Henzi) – a track that’s a gateway to another world. With Cosmic Gate’s annual schedule being rather intense, we expect the duo to see this long and easy set as a welcome, laidback variation on what they normally bring to their audiences across the globe. Something to truly look forward to!
Bakermat Kungs Martin Solveig & Jax Jones present: Europa Henri PFR Symphony of Unity Michael Calfan Curtis Alto (live) Watermät Boston Bun Dave Lambert Me Time
FREEDOM 23h00 - 00h00 22h00 - 23h00 20h30 - 22h00 19h00 - 20h30 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00 12h00 - 13h00
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN FUNK
So You Think You Can Funk Allstars STIJN (DJ Set) Konna Aso Asın DJ Soe DJ Thong & DJ Droppa & DJ 2EZ So You Think You Can Funk Allstars
CASA CORONA
21h00 - 22h00 19h00 - 21h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 14h00 - 16h00 12h30 - 14h30
ROSE THE MASQUERADE THE GARDEN Sonny Fodera 22h30 - 00h00 Claptone 21h00 - 22h30 Purple Disco Machine 19h30 - 21h00 Tensnake 18h00 - 19h30 Riva Starr 16h30 - 18h00 Lars Moston 15h00 - 16h30 Siege 14h00 - 15h00 Two Pauz 12h30 - 14h00 YOUPHORIA NERVO NATION Firebeatz b2b Eastblock Bitches 23h00 - 23h50 Dannic b2b Sem Vox 22h00 - 23h00 Nervo 21h00 - 22h00 Tinie Tempah 20h00 - 21h00 ALOK 19h00 - 20h00 Sofi Tukker (live) 18h00 - 19h00 Danny Avila 17h00 - 18h00 Mike Williams 16h00 - 17h00 Throttle 15h00 - 16h00 Sem Thomasson 14h00 - 15h00 Myma (The Sound of Tomorrow) 12h30 - 14h00
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SUNDAY FUNDAY
Korsakoff Coone Mark With a K & Warface & MC Chucky LNY TNZ Tweekacore & Darren Styles Pat B (live) MANDY Ruthless & The Darkraver Outsiders Zany Ransom
Q-DANCE 22h00 - 23h00 21h00 - 22h00 20h30 - 21h00 19h30 - 20h30 18h30 - 19h30 18h00 - 18h30 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00
Hosted by Villain
GOOSE DJ'S & FRIENDS LXNGTN (live) John Noseda Surprise Surprise
GOOSE DJ Cellini b2b Goose Palmbomen II (DJ Set) B (live) Tom Sea
FOOTWORXX
F.Noize Dr Peacock Malice N-Vitral Footworxx Militant Crew The Satan vs Sei2ure Garra Deadly Guns Miss Enemy vs Anhatema Richie Gee Hardbouncer
RAMPAGE
Barely Alive b2b PhaseOne b2b Virtual Riot Roni Size & MC Dynamite Delta Heavy + MC Mota Murdock + MC Mota Flux Pavillion Pegboard Nerds Hype & Hazard Emalkay b2b Subscape Maduk + MC Mota Bare Up Radar Records Soundsystem
ALTEZA RECORDS
Blastoyz Infected Mushroom - Retro Live Show Vini Vici Animato Reality Test Whiteno1se (+ Nina Nestbitt) Phanatic Day Din Coexist Firaga
RAVE CAVE 22h30 - 00h00 21h15 - 22h30 20h15 - 21h15 19h30 - 20h15 18h30 - 19h30 17h00 - 18h30 15h00- 17h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00 CAGE
23h00 - 00h00 22h00 - 23h00 21h00 - 22h00 20h00 - 21h00 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00 L'ORANGERIE
22h45 - 23h55
21h30 - 22h45 20h30 - 21h30 19h30 - 20h30 18h30 - 19h30 17h30 - 18h30 16h30 - 17h30 15h30 - 16h30 14h30 - 15h30 13h30 - 14h30 12h30 - 13h30 KARA SAVI
23h00 - 00h00 21h30 - 23h00 20h00 - 21h30 19h00 - 20h00 18h00 - 19h00 17h00 - 18h00 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 12h30 - 14h00
Richie Hawtin Charlotte De Witte Sam Paganini Cleric Monoloc (live) Jeroen Search Onyvaa
ATMOSPHERE 22h30 - 00h00 21h00 - 22h30 19h00 - 21h00 17h30 - 19h00 16h00 - 17h30 14h30 - 16h00 12h30 - 14h30
RADIO ULTRA MODERN
DJ Flash Rakesh aka Blackjack9000 Team DAMP Rakka Frederico ft. Lotte Feyen
HARBOUR HOUSE 21h00 - 00h00 19h00 - 21h00 17h00 - 19h00 15h00 - 17h00 13h00 - 15h00
COCOON Sven Väth KiNK (live) Ilario Alicante Butch Fabe Nick Bril
ANTS
Joris Voorn Andrea Oliva Fisher Andhim ANOTR La Fleur Paradise City Soundsystem
CORE
21h00 - 00h00 19h30 - 21h00 17h30 - 19h30 16h00 - 17h30 14h00 - 16h00 12h30 - 14h00 GARDEN OF MADNESS 22h00 - 23h50 20h30 - 22h00 19h00 - 20h30 17h30 - 19h00 16h00 - 17h30 14h00 - 16h00 12h00 - 14h00
CAFÉ MAMBO IBIZA
Yamo Doorly Mambo Brothers Lovely Laura & Ben Santiago Harry Romero Danny Howard Dominico
SMASH THE HOUSE
LEAF
22h00 - 23h30 20h00 - 22h00 18h00 - 20h00 17h00 - 18h00 15h30 - 17h00 14h00 - 15h30 12h30 - 14h00
Wolfpack Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike Nicky Romero
LOTUS 22h30 - 23h30 21h30 - 22h30 20h30 - 21h30
J. Balvin
19h30 - 20h20
changeover
changeover Quintino Paris Hilton Lil Kleine Angemi
Tom & Collins b2b Mr. Pig Matt Medved D'Angello & Francis b2b Mad Mac Odssey
MOOSE
Jan V Frank Mellemans Viktor & Kobe Thierry Vonderwarth Jeroen Visser
18h15 - 19h15 17h30 - 18h15 17h00 - 17h30 16h00 - 17h00 15h00 - 16h00 14h00 - 15h00 13h00 - 14h00 12h00 - 13h00 MOOSE BAR 22h00 - 00h00 20h00 - 22h00 19h00 - 20h00 16h00 - 19h00 14h00 - 16h00
THE BOOK OF WISDOM THE RETURN
TOMORROWLAND TODAY
BELGIUM 2019
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DIRK BROSSÉ
THE SYMPHONY OF UNITY FOCUS ON GLORIOUS SUNDAY FREEDOM | 18h00 – 19h00
The fifteenth anniversary of Tomorrowland calls for a celebration like no other, and to that end, the biggest classics of EDM – the true Tomorrowland anthems – will be honoured with a dramatic, orchestral treatment. Dirk Brossé, one of the world’s most renowned classical conductors, is about to step out of his comfort zone to lead a sixty-piece orchestra performing the Symphony of Unity, an hourlong show boasting the very biggest hits of electronic music with live instrumentation, exclusively for the People of Tomorrow. Mr. Brossé, besides doing the Symphony of Unity project you are also Music Director of the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Music Director at Ghent Film Festival, and you teach at the Conservatory in Ghent. The Symphony of Unity project seems to stand out. How does it fit in with your career? “I used to work exclusively with classical music and now it’s about fifty/fifty classical and non-classical. With this project for Tomorrowland, I am making a statement. Engaging with electronic musicians still is unusual within my world. But if Beethoven were alive today, he would have done the same, I am convinced. Being a total rebel, he’d be on stage with DJs today, that’s something I’m sure of.” What did it take to convince the sixty-piece Metropole Student Orchestra to play the Symphony of Unity? Did the non-traditional character of the project make it easy to
convince classically trained musicians to come on board, or was it the other way around? “They’re excited, as it’s something out of the ordinary, but it’s also true that Tomorrowland has asked them to do something they’re specialised in. They’re lending classical timbres to the festival. The orchestra introduces the audience to the sounds of live instruments and at the same time, the musicians themselves are being introduced to the music of Tomorrowland. It gives them insight into questions about the secrets of EDM, into the ingredients of that sound.”
Can you think of an orchestral instrument that you find particularly suitable to recreate EDM tracks in a classical atmosphere? “I like to draw the analogy between music and building a house. There are the outside walls that everyone sees, but they can’t exist without the inside walls. Similarly, within music, there’s the double bass that you can’t hear very clearly, and there are the violins, recognisable to everyone. Somehow though, the violin wouldn’t be heard the same way without the double bass contributing its part to the composition.”
Now that you’ve studied them, can you answer these questions? “The way I see it, there are three essential elements of EDM. The beat and rhythm, to begin with, take us back to the very beginning of human history. Our ancestors were into percussion and trance, even before such a thing as melody was known. Secondly, there are the melodies, which are strongly tied to the rhythmic structures and are instantly memorised by the listener after first hearing them. Finally, there are the new and inventive sounds, modulated by DJs. These keep amazing me personally.”
You will be bringing three massive drums as part of the orchestra, can you tell us something about them? “There’s an island off the coast of Japan called Kodo, and everyone there plays percussion. An important instrument for them is this drum called the taiko. The drum sticks they use are almost as big as the stem of a tree. Those who play the taiko are forced to use all of their body weight. It really is spectacular, both visually and sonically. The undertones the drums produce are primal and immersive; they’ll play a big part in making this performance something that’s one of a kind and, I hope, unforgettable.”
Who are the musicians in the orchestra, what is their background? “They’re all classically trained musicians, who are about to graduate or have just graduated. They are young professionals, just like the audience at Tomorrowland, which is something I feel establishes a connection between those who make the music and those who listen to it.” 39
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