Area 61 - May 30th - Breeze & Sharkey
Schedule
Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 02:00 am
UTC+01:00Location
Coal Orchard | Taunton, EN
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🚀👽 AREA SIXTY ONE 👽🚀UK HARDCORE + HARD RAVE
Saturday 30th May 2026 | Coal Orchard, Taunton
Area Sixty One returns with a lineup built from hardcore heritage, established scene names and South West underground energy.
From Bonkers-era nostalgia and chart anthems through to grassroots UKHC and hard rave pressure, this is a night designed for ravers who know the sound—and those ready to experience it properly.
No gimmicks. No filler. Just real rave music and real energy.
🔊 THE SOUND
Expect a full-spectrum journey through:
⚡ Euphoric UK hardcore anthems
🌀 Bonkers classics & freeform influence
🔊 Driving, modern UKHC
đź’Ł Harder-edged rave and crossover energy
🎤 Proper MC hosting from start to finish
🎧 LINE-UP
🔥 MARK BREEZE
One of the defining names in UK hardcore, active since the 90s and responsible for shaping the sound through both underground releases and chart success as part of Breeze & Styles. With major tracks like You’re Shining and Heartbeatz and a central role in the Clubland X-Treme Hardcore era, Breeze brings experience at the highest level. Expect polished mixing, huge breakdowns and a set built on proven anthems.
🌀 SHARKEY – BEST OF BONKERS SET
A true architect of the scene, Sharkey has been instrumental in shaping hardcore culture—from early rave days through to co-creating the legendary Bonkers series. With a long run of Bonkers mixes and a major influence on freeform hardcore, his impact is undeniable. This Best of Bonkers set delivers exactly what it says—classic anthems, underground cuts and a journey through one of the most important eras in rave history.
đź’Ą OUTBURST B2B AARON FAZER
Outburst brings decades of involvement in the hardcore scene, including long-standing links with Adrenaline Stompers and his own Hardcore Distortion events. His sets are built on experience, energy and a strong connection to the roots of the sound. Aaron Fazer represents the newer generation—active, energetic and focused on blending classic material with upfront hardcore. Together, this B2B delivers a balanced mix of experience and fresh momentum.
🎶 MISS SPECIAL K
An established and respected DJ with over 25 years in the scene, Miss Special K has played across major events including Hardcore Heaven, Dreamscape and HTID. With roots in pirate radio and a long track record behind the decks, she brings depth, versatility and strong technical ability. Her sets move across happy hardcore, old skool and uplifting rave, built on experience rather than hype.
⚡ MISSION
A resident name within Area 61, Mission represents the local core of the event. Focused on modern UK hardcore, his sets are built around energy, flow and keeping the dancefloor engaged. A consistent presence who understands the crowd he’s playing to.
🎠CLOWNY
An active part of the underground hardcore circuit, Clowny brings a high-energy, crowd-focused approach. With releases and collaborations alongside names like Aaron Fazer, his sets lean into upbeat UKHC and lively transitions.
đź’Ł ADAM MOHICAN
A well-established name with a broad background across hardcore, techno, trance and hard dance. Known for his Sounds For The Underground radio show, Mohican brings range and experience, with sets that can lean harder and more driving than traditional happy hardcore. A versatile selector with deep roots in the wider rave scene.
🔊 ADGER – HARD RAVE SET
Known as both a DJ and MC within the South West scene, Adger steps behind the decks for a dedicated Hard Rave set. Operating across hardcore, hard dance and rave, his sound sits between styles—fast BPMs, heavy kicks and classic rave elements. Expect a set that leans into the harder, more underground side of the night.
🎤 HOSTED BY
🎙 3MAN
An experienced MC with strong ties to Adrenaline Stompers, 3Man has been active for years both on the mic and behind the scenes as a promoter. Known for tight timing and controlled delivery, he focuses on enhancing the set rather than overpowering it, helping maintain structure and flow throughout the night.
🎙 MOTION
With over 30 years in the rave and dance scene, Motion is a well-known South West host and one half of the Dre & Motion pairing. His style is energetic, consistent and rooted in classic hardcore MCing—engaging the crowd while staying locked into the music.
🎙 ADGER
A crossover performer working as both DJ and MC, Adger brings a balanced and confident presence to the mic. His experience across different roles gives him a strong understanding of how to work with DJs and maintain the overall flow of a set.
🎙 SHUTTS
A long-standing MC with over 15 years in the UK hardcore scene, Shutts has held residencies with Adrenaline Stompers, Hardcore Resurrection, HTID and more. Known for strong crowd interaction and consistent delivery, he brings experience and reliability to any lineup.
🎙 DEMIZE
An active performer across UK hardcore and hard dance, Demize brings both MC and DJ experience. With years of involvement in the scene and regular collaborations with other artists on the bill, his strength lies in adaptability—working with the music and contributing to the overall energy of the set.
🎙 BUZZ
A Bristol-based MC with a broad background across hardcore, gabba techno and old skool, Buzz brings a more underground edge to the mic. With past appearances at events like TNT and links to brands such as Delerium and Unearthed, his style reflects a wider range of harder sounds.
đź“Ť EVENT DETAILS
đź“Ś Venue: Coal Orchard, Taunton, TA1 1UD
đź—“ Date: Saturday 30th May 2026
🕗 Time: 8PM – 2AM
🎟 Tickets: £10 + Booking Fee / More on the door
⚠️ IMPORTANT INFO
18+ Event – Valid ID required
Respect the venue, staff and each other
Zero tolerance for trouble – this is a safe rave environment
đź’š AREA SIXTY ONE
Built on real rave culture.
Driven by the music.
🔥 If you know, you know. 🔥
#UKHardcore #Bonkers #HardRave #Area61 #RaveFamily #TauntonRave
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