The city of Oberhausen in Germany will once again turn into a temple for hard electronic music, The Blacklist Festival set for October 11 will take over the Turbinenhalle an industrial space that seems built for this kind of sound For one night the heavy bass and distorted rhythms of hardcore and hardstyle will echo through the old factory walls creating an atmosphere that feels more like a movement than a concert.
The lineup for 2025 includes some of the strongest names in the scene with international DJs and producers who bring energy that never slows down, Each act is designed to keep the crowd in constant motion blending heavy kicks with raw melodies and visual shows that fill the dark hall with light and smoke, Fans describe it as a mix of chaos and unity where everyone moves to the same pulse.
Blacklist has built a reputation since its early editions for being more than just another rave It carries a strong visual identity of darkness red light and industrial design that matches its name, The festival’s organizers focus on sound quality and immersive visuals instead of big stages or fireworks That simplicity gives it a special edge making it one of the most respected underground events in Europe.
What makes the 2025 edition special is how the genre has grown across Europe in recent years. Hardstyle and hardcore used to be niche sounds played for small audiences, but now they draw massive crowds from Germany the Netherlands and beyond, Many of the fans book their trip months in advance knowing that Blacklist is the kind of event you don’t just attend you survive.
Outside the main hall the Turbinenhalle area will feature food stalls chill zones and afterparty spaces where the energy continues into the early morning, For many it’s not only about music but about belonging to a global community that speaks through rhythm and intensity rather than words.
By the time the last beat fades out the crowd will have shared something that can’t really be explained only felt, That’s what makes Blacklist more than a festival it’s an experience carved in sound and sweat one night in October when Oberhausen becomes the capital of hard music.