As the clock strikes midnight, Horst Club transforms into the ultimate New Year’s destination, launching a 24-hour celebration of rhythm, culture, and creativity. This event blends global sounds with local flair, featuring trailblazers like Yung Singh and Jane Fitz and rising talents like AliA and Donia. And here’s some insider tip for you: Different Class members score a 50% discount if they reserve. Why settle for the couch when you can dance into the new year for half the price? 🎉 Immerse yourself in an electrifying start to 2025.
AliA
AliA is a rising Belgian DJ and producer known for her eclectic and inclusive music style, blending soulful house, jungle and jazz. Born in Leuven, she creates a unique atmosphere that transcends traditional club music, emphasising diversity and accessibility. She has played at prestigious venues and festivals, including Horst Festival and C12, and often pays a visit to KIOSK radio.
In addition to her DJ career, AliA is the founder of Artisjok Records, a label dedicated to nurturing creative talent and pushing the boundaries of electronic music. Through this initiative, she continues to significantly impact the music landscape, fostering new voices and innovative sounds.
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Emma Caers (COVER)
Emma Caers brings a fresh, vibrant energy to her performances with her signature downtempo grooves and ethereal sound choices. Her sets are a journey—carefully crafted with tracks that blend together seamlessly, leaving us hooked. Off the decks, Emma's creative spirit shines through her graphic design work, including her internship at Different Class, where she brightened up the office with her positive vibe. Friendly, approachable and always surrounded by a supportive crowd, Emma’s performances are as much about the atmosphere as the music itself.
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Erykah & Donia
Erykah
DJ Erykah is an emerging talent in Belgium's electronic music scene, based in Ghent. Her sets are deeply rooted in jungle, breakbeats and drum and bass - showcasing her preference for high-energy, rhythmically complex sounds. Erykah combines arrhythmic beats with powerful basslines, captivating audiences like at the Listen Festival and The Sound of the Belgian Underground. Despite being relatively new to the scene, Erykah has already made a strong impression, curating sets that bring both comfort and energy to dance floors.
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Donia
Born in Lisbon and moving to Brussels at 12, Donia is an emerging talent in Belgium's underground electronic music scene. She curates dynamic DJ sets that blend groovy house with deep, atmospheric techno, creating vibrant and immersive musical journeys. Donia’s growing reputation has earned her spots at major events like Dour Festival, and she was also featured in The Sound of the Belgian Underground 2024 at Ancienne Belgique, solidifying her place as a standout artist in the local scene.
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Yung Singh
Yung Singh is a trailblazing DJ and producer praised for his innovative fusion of UK soundsystem culture with Punjabi musical traditions. Originally emerging from the UK’s vibrant garage and grime scenes, Singh gained widespread recognition for his ‘Punjabi Garage’ mix, which highlighted the fusion of UK garage beats with Punjabi influences, resonating deeply within the South Asian diaspora. His Boiler Room debut, which garnered millions of views, marked a groundbreaking moment in his career and showcased his talent on the global stage. In 2021, DJ Mag honoured him as their ‘Breakthrough DJ of the Year,’ solidifying his status as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary music.
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S-Candalo
S-Candalo is a vibrant DJ duo formed by siblings Tania and Dominik Humeres-Correa, better known by their monikers THC and DHC. With Colombian and Chilean roots and having grown up in Germany, the duo blends their heritage and upbringing into a sound characterised by old-school 90s influences, queer club energy and an infectious Latin flair. Their music often transitions seamlessly from playful, melodic rhythms to high-energy polyrhythms, reflecting their deep appreciation for their cultural roots and house music's global legacy. They are also the creative minds behind La Noche, a party series that champions inclusivity, self-expression, and bold artistic vision.
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<div class="editorial-banner"> <div class=“editorial-credits”> @horstartsandmusic <br/>Cover: Emma Caers shot by @laurerbnk <br/> To get the 50% discount, just reserve your spot as usual. We'll send you a unique code to buy your ticket with a discount. We're sending the codes manually once a day during our work week. <br/> horstartsandmusic.com </div></div>
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