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A Zero Tolerance Drug Policy Doesn't Mean Zero Deaths
Two people died at Defqon.1 festival in Sydney over the weekend. Three others are in critical condition, and another 700 had to seek medical assistance during the festival. This has to stop, and it won’t stop through zero tolerance.
Shaad D’Souza
9.18.18
Music
[Exclusive] Building the Largest Hardstyle Festival in Australia
Talking to Matt Chromatic, creative director, about the process of making "an abrasive yet somewhat wonderful playground" for hardcore techno, hard house, and hard trance fans.
Ingrid Kesa
8.31.15
Design
[Exclusive Interview] Matt Chromatic, Creative Director of Defqon.1, Australia’s Largest Hardstyle Festival
We find out about the creative process behind creating "an abrasive yet somewhat wonderful playground."
Ingrid Kesa
8.31.15

Music
All Hail the Godfather of Canadian Hardstyle: James Bayliss
Heavy wobbles and vicious drops at 150 BPM are headed for the True North strong and free.
Connie Chan
10.2.14