After a powerful start, ADE Thursday keeps the momentum going with a lineup that fuses technology, creativity, and raw dance floor energy. Here’s what’s shaping the pulse of Day 2 at Amsterdam Dance Event 2025.
Conferences & Talks
The day kicks off at the ADE Pro Conference with a fireside chat featuring Modeselektor and Eris Drew, diving into the art of DJ-Kicks and creative curation. Later, Google DeepMind takes the stage for an exclusive look at the intersection of AI and music creation, followed by Donato Dozzy, Neel, and L-Acoustics, who will explore how spatial design can become a compositional tool.
Night Highlights
KI/KI pres. 5 HOURS
Dutch powerhouse KI/KI takes over a venue steeped in club history with a rare extended 5-hour set, pure hypnotic energy from start to finish, joined by a yet-to-be-announced special guest.
DGTL: Confidence Man
Brace yourselves: Confidence Man are back with their high-voltage stage chaos at NDSM Warehouse. Expect glitter, grooves, and non-stop movement. If you’ve seen them live before, you know it’s pure madness; if not, tonight’s your chance.
STEWWW x Fabrique des Lumières
The creative movement STEWWW brings an immersive fusion of visuals and sound. Together with Fabrique des Lumières, they promise a party that blurs the lines between art installation and rave a full sensory experience designed to hypnotize and transport.
PONGO
Hailing from Angola and Portugal, Pongo delivers a vibrant blend of kuduro, dancehall, and Afro-funk. With hits like Tambulaya and Kuzola, she’s redefining global club culture with rhythm, power, and personality all backed by an explosive live performance.
Vault Sessions @ TillaTec
For those who crave the raw underground, Vault Sessions turns TillaTec into a multi-room techno fortress. Expect relentless beats, strobe-lit chaos, and a night that doesn’t quit until morning.
Intercell x Patrick Mason All Night
One of ADE’s most anticipated marathons: Patrick Mason takes over Levenslang for a no-limits all-nighter. Expect chemistry, surprise b2bs, and a dance floor that burns till sunrise. Lights down, gloves off.
Kebra Ethiopia Sound – 20 Year Legacy
A moment of roots, unity, and message. Kebra Ethiopia Sound celebrates 20 years of reggae culture, from South African townships to international stages. Powered by the mighty Dutch Covenant Soundsystem, this night blends music, history, and community upliftment, a rare celebration of heritage within ADE’s forward-looking frame.
From AI-powered discussions to raw underground energy, ADE Thursday proves once again that the festival’s magic lies in its diversity, bridging culture, sound, and innovation in every corner of Amsterdam.