braindance_2025 🧠 | Ancienne Belgique
Schedule
Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 pm to Sat, 20 Dec, 2025 at 05:00 am
UTC+01:00Location
AB - Ancienne Belgique | Brussels, BU
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◊ braindance_2025◊ XL edition of AB's electronic all-nighter
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braindance_ is AB's platform for progressive DJs, bedroom producers, and groundbreaking live electronica acts. On Friday, December 19, 2025, the entire AB complex will once again transform into a sultry nightclub in the heart of Brussels, with established DJs in the Main Hall and a playground for electronic live sets in AB Club. Expect a night full of mind-blowing musical discoveries that will put your dancing feet and brain to work.
The Blessed Madonna
As the headliner of this edition, we are proud to welcome an icon from the international nightlife scene: The Blessed Madonna. She started out in the late 1990s organizing illegal raves and selling carefully curated mixtapes. In 2016, she became the first female DJ ever to be named DJ of the Year by Mixmag. In her DJ sets, she combines house, techno, disco, and delightful pop songs with a healthy dose of positive activism.
Jennifur
Jennifur is a Belgian DJ and producer who creates almost cinematic electronic music at the intersection of indie, UK bass, and electronica. He describes his sound as “balancing between head and heart.” It couldn't be more fitting for braindance_! Since his debut in 2022 with the video game soundtrack for Nowhere, Now Here and his LP Things Don't Change Until They Do, Jennifur has developed into a master of bittersweet, atmospheric electronic sounds, which he loves to convey to us with his live set.
For fans of: Jon Hopkins, Kiasmos, Bonobo, YOKOCHO, ...
Interplanetary Criminal
Interplanetary Criminal aka IPC aka Zach Bruce is a DJ, producer, and label boss from Manchester who is breathing new life into the UK garage scene. His breakthrough came with the hit B.O.T.A. (Baddest of Them All) featuring Eliza Rose. He later won DJ Mag's Best of British awards and was nominated for a Brit Award in the Song Of The Year category. On the dance floor, he guarantees classic UKG vibes with a fresh, club-ready energy.
For fans of: Sammy Virji, KETTAMA, Skin On Skin, Mall Grab, ...
Juicy Romance
Later in the evening, Juicy Romance will pick up the pace. The Australian DJ and producer, based in London, sometimes calls herself “The Scandalizer from down under” or a “beat-making baddie,” and we can't say we disagree. With her playful mix of techno, electro, and pop classics in a club setting, she creates a hedonistic atmosphere that is sure to get your heart racing.
For fans of: DJ Gigola, Partiboi69, VTSS, MCR-T, ...
Sim0ne
Scottish DJ Sim0ne played at AB Club during braindance_ in 2023, but even then she proved she was ready for the big stage. Her energetic mix of house, trance, happy hardcore, and techno with a nod to the 90s is a hit wherever she goes. The rave reviews of her sets at Glastonbury, ADE, and Pukkelpop are proof of that.
For fans of: HorsegiirL, Shanti Celeste, DJ Seinfeld, Girls don't Sync, ...
Swimming Paul
Parisian Swimming Paul moved to London and found his sound in the underground rave scene. With the emotional track Fading, he caught the attention of BBC Radio 1 and, shortly after, none other than Tiësto approached him for a collaboration, resulting in the song VHS Rave. A nostalgic yet energetic set to kick off braindance_.
For fans of: BUNT., Fred again.., Overmono, Barry Can't Swim, ...
Surusinghe
We conclude AB Club with another Australian sensation: DJ and producer Surusinghe. Her sets are full of surprises, driven by percussion and bursting with bass. Elements of reggaeton and other worldly sounds are never far away. As co-founder of the Drifting platform, she is committed to strengthening the underground scene.
For fans of: DJ Python, Addison Groove, HAAi, DJ ADHD, ...
VAAGUE
No braindance_ would be complete without a few solid live acts like VAAGUE. Antoine Pierre is actually a jazz drummer, but during his dance set he stands completely solo on stage with his drum kit. The concept is simple: grooves, samples, a mix of acoustic and electronic sounds, all played 100% live, with room for improvisation. No clicks, no playback, no loops: just Antoine, his drumsticks, and his live samples.
For fans of: Lander & Adriaan, ECHT!, Azertyklavierwerke, Bandler Ching, ...
Full = full
The Main Hall can accommodate 2,000 people, AB Club 300. Full is full, so be sure to arrive early to see your favorite artists at AB Club.
A Liveurope concert
Liveurope is the first pan-European initiative to support concert halls in promoting emerging artists.
◊ AB LOVES TO BE
• A non-smoking and drugfree area
• A safer space with respect for everyone
• A place of joy
AB ♥ YOU!
https://www.abconcerts.be/en/visitor-info/houserules
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On December 19, braindance_ will turn AB upside down and inside out. Get ready for a night beyond the ordinary, where every room buzzes with DJ sets and electrifying live acts. Forget Boiler Room - this is the place to be, right in the heart of Brussels. Step inside and let the music take you on a journey.
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◊ AB LOVES YOU
Respect yourself and each other. We take every form of intimidation seriously.
◊ TAKE THE CONCERT TRAIN
With the SNCB code on your concert ticket you can buy a nominative E-train ticket Ancienne Belgique at a very budget friendly fare. These E-train tickets are available exclusively on bit.ly/BravoTicketAB
◊ EVENT PASS MIVB
Thanks to the collaboration between AB and MIVB, you will find an Event Pass on every concert ticket that entitles you to make use of tram, bus and metro in Brussels on the day of the concert. All info: bit.ly/EventPassAB
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Where is it happening?
AB - Ancienne Belgique, Boulevard Anspach 110, 1000 Brussel, België, Brussels, BelgiumEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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