One of the highlights of this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) was the back-to-back performance by Armin van Buuren and Benwal at Gashouder.
The set had been highly anticipated by fans.
The two Dutch artists brought different generations of electronic music together in a high-energy set filled with trance influences and euphoric moments.
Fans can now revisit the performance and experience the atmosphere of the event.
The collaboration paired the experience of trance icon Armin van Buuren with the fresh underground sound of rising talent Benwal.
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Armin van Buuren Returns to the Newly Renovated Gashouder
Gashouder holds a special place in electronic music culture.
The historic circular structure originally served as a gas holder for storing coal gas when builders constructed it in 1885.
It has since become a major cultural venue that regularly hosts electronic music events.
The industrial landmark covers approximately 2,500 square meters and features an impressive domed ceiling.
Its distinctive architecture creates a spacious setting for large-scale audiovisual productions.
The venue recently reopened in time for this year’s ADE after undergoing extensive renovations that kept it closed for more than a year.
Its updated interior and production capabilities provided an impressive backdrop for Armin van Buuren and Benwal’s performance.
Two Generations of Trance Meet on Stage
The performance was structured around two hours of music.
The first hour featured Armin van Buuren and Benwal playing back-to-back, followed by a solo set from Armin.
Their collaborative session brought together classic trance influences and newer electronic releases.
One of its standout moments came towards the end, when Benwal played his rework of Armin’s hit “This Is What It Feels Like.”
Armin continued the momentum during his solo performance.
A trance remix of “Born Slippy” became another highlight, pushing the atmosphere into a euphoric direction.
He also played a version of Green Velvet’s classic track “Lazer Beams.”
The moment showcased the venue’s upgraded visual production, with dazzling laser effects filling the Gashouder’s vast interior.
The combination of two distinct musical generations and the venue’s renewed production setup made the performance one of the memorable moments of ADE this year.
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