Coone - My Year In Hard Dance

What's been your biggest achievement of the year?

Well, there have been many achievements this year. First of all, my album - The Challenge, which really turned into an amazing album - it even surprised me. We can't forget Qlimax, which is THE Hardstyle party. It was absolutely amazing to play for so many people in one event - apparently more than 30.000 people.

What moments will you never forget?

Things like, for example Defqon.1 Australia and Mystery Land Chile. It's so great to be able to spread my music worldwide. Hanging out with the other artists while abroad is so much fun. Seeing cities like Santiago, Sydney, Sao Paolo. It's thrilling to see different cultures enjoy your music.

Who's been your favourite newcomer of the year?

Da Tweekaz - Such great performers! And just stick to their roots and their sound, no matter what. I really respect that. As artists, they're just pure. They just do their thing, and I think that's awesome.

Who's been the artist of the year for you?

Well, I'd have to say Headhunterz, because he delivers such great productions and I really like his sound and style. Of course, Psyko Punkz keep amazing me with their lyrics and tracks. I'm very happy to have them on Dirty Workz.

What's been your favourite label of the year?

Dirty Workz ;) No, seriously, I think we have really good artists who really push themselves to produce great tracks and represent the label great! But, there are so many great labels out there like Scantraxx, Fusion to name a few, who have some really great artists.

What do you think has been the best track of the year?

At the moment it would have to be Brennan Heart & Wildstylez - Lose my Mind. What an atmosphere and feeling it creates. It's a track that works everywhere, in any country.

What's been your favourite event of the year?

This year it was definitely Reverze and Qlimax. The shows at those events are just jaw droppingly amazing :) They really take you to a world of fantasy. I hope I'm there next year!

What's the funniest thing that's happened to you?

When I'm at a gig in another country, and organizers ask me questions like "So, what can we get you? Drinks? Girls? ..". It's a real eye opener and quite funny.

What do you have planned for the next year?

Making music and playing at various venues ;) Ihave a few bookings in some great countries. But, I also have a special project coming up which will again involve media and so on. But of course, I can't say much more about that!

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