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Bad news from the underground…
DJ Phonzo is sick and unable to perform tonight.

Good news?
We unleash Meduse Noir vs Grosvenor to open the Save The Vinyl stage 21:00 – 22:00.

Bio: BERRY (RE-CHARGE) vs NOIZER

Two names deeply carved into the DNA of Dutch hardcore.

Noizer is a true 90s hardcore veteran, forged between vinyl crates and Technics SL-1200s in the legendary General Noise Studio. From an early age he was already behind the decks, developing a raw, uncompromising style that always stayed loyal to vinyl culture.

As part of Tails, Noizer & MC Drokz, the Waxweazle DJ Team, and numerous collaborations, Noizer released music on influential labels such as Waxweazle, ID&T, Arcade, Terrortraxx and more. Armed with his record bags, he played on some of the most iconic stages in hardcore history, including Thunderdome, Megarave, Mysteryland and even Love Parade, both in the Netherlands and abroad.

Berry, better known as Re-Charge, is another cornerstone of the Dutch hardcore and rave movement. Active since the early 90s, he built a reputation through relentless dedication to the scene, both behind the decks and in the studio. His releases appeared on respected labels such as Waxweazle, Bad Vibes, BZRK, Gabberhead Records and many more.

Re-Charge represents pure, no-nonsense hardcore: functional, energetic, and always made for the dancefloor, with vinyl as the foundation.

At the Save the Vinyl stage during Kings of Core, these two pioneers come together for a rare and uncompromising back-to-back set.

No trends. No shortcuts.

100% vinyl. 100% roots.

Expect early hardcore, rave energy, and records that helped shape the scene, delivered by two artists who lived it from the very beginning. 🔥

Artist Bio: PHONZO

Phonzo is a name that carries serious weight for anyone who truly knows the Northern Dutch hardcore scene. Known for his exceptional mix skills and razor-sharp scratch techniques, he earned the nickname “Scratchmaster” long before skills became presets and shortcuts.

His journey started incredibly young. In 1994, at just 14 years old, Phonzo already stood on the stage of Mysteryland in the Tunnel of Terror at the Maasvlakte in Rotterdam. After sending in a cassette demo, he was invited through ID&T, via Sander Groet. He was told by him to lie about his age because he was so young at the time, but the talent spoke louder than numbers. That moment marked his very first major event and the realization of a clear goal.

Throughout the 90s, Phonzo became a familiar face behind the decks across the North and beyond. He played repeatedly in Kardinge, Huize Maas, Night of the Gabbers, Lords of Terror, Night of the Ravers, andd countless underground parties where hardcore was still raw, physical and uncompromising.

Phonzo has won literally every DJ contest he entered, appeared on Thunderdome Radio, and can be defined as a true hardcore vinyl addict. He played records every single day, for hours on end. Mixing wasn’t a hobby, it was a way of life. He went to sleep thinking about records and woke up wanting to improve.

Alongside this, he had a job at a record store in Groningen that was later renamed into the Northern Dance Shop.Through this job he became connected to DJ Pagan, who was a frequent visitor of the shop. When DJ Pagan started his own booking agency around 1995/1996 he immediately took him under his wing for bookings. Funny detail; when organisers called Pagan looking for good artists the answer was always the same; DJ Pagan and DJ Phonzo.

A true craftsman of the decks.

A scratch technician.

A name etched into Gronings Hardcore history.

Artists bio: STRAFFVALLEY

Two minds. One sound. Pure Early Hardcore.
Straffvalley wasn’t planned, it evolved naturally. Jarno (DJ Straff) and Gijs (DJ G-Valley) had crossed paths at parties before, but never really connected until a few years ago. During a trip to Scotland, where they supported Ruffneck at his 30-year anniversary, the spark was instant. From that moment on, things started to fall into place.

For DJ Straff, this period also marked a powerful return. A true gabber from the early days, he was already raving and collecting vinyl throughout the 1990s. In 1995, he bought his first turntables, later upgraded to the legendary Technics SL-1200s, which he still uses today. Between 2005 and 2009, Straff played at over 50 events and won multiple DJ contests before stepping back from the scene for a while.

When his comeback began and a promoter asked for a back-to-back set, the choice was obvious: G-Valley. Nervous but motivated, they recorded a demo together. It was approved immediately, leading to their first joint festival appearance at Legacy. From there, momentum built fast.
Bookings followed at Gabber Resistance, alongside multiple livestream invitations, and every time the same conclusion was clear:
This combination works 💣

G-Valley brings an exceptional record collection, ranging from rare underground gems to relentless floor-destroyers. Straff brings ARTCORE, embedded deep in his DNA. You can hear it in every set, and the crowd feels it.
Together, these elements formed Straffvalley: Intense, mesmerising and 100% dedicated to Early Hardcore.

One thing is certain:
They will tear the roof off. 🔥

🔥 LIVE RECORDING ONLINE — DJ GRAAT 🔥

Time to crank it up… the hard-hitting early hardcore liveset by DJ Graat from our most recent Save the Vinyl editon of 15/11/2025 is now online on our soundcloud 💥

Pure energy, relentless kicks and that unmistakable oldschool drive,  DJ Graat delivered a no-compromise vinyl set that tore the dancefloor apart from start to finish. If you were there, you already know. If you weren’t… this is your chance to feel it. ⚡

🎧 Listen now on the Music Knowledge Events SoundCloud

👉 Link in bio

More recorded sets from the night are on the way, so keep an eye on our channels and stay locked in.

This is Save the Vinyl; raw, loud, and straight from wax. 🖤

👑 𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗔 𝟯: 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗫 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗬𝗟 👑

The word is out!
We will be hosting area 3 at Kings Of Core, the largest hardcore party in the north of the Netherlands in the awesome Suikerunie factory😈

Expect Early Hardcore, raw, unpolished and deeply rooted in the foundations of the scene.
No cd players.
No shortcuts.
Vinyl only!

This is how Hardcore was played in the early days, honest, physical and underground. The Suikerunie provides the perfect setting to bring that sound and atmosphere back to life.

Secure your tickets now! Link in bio.

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢:
🗓️ Date: 07.02.2026
📍 Location: Suikerunie Groningen
🕘 Open: 21:00 - 05:00

Kings Of Core is an 18+ event