Apr 15, 2025
Dannic Celebrates "Kick It" On Hysteria Records
After spending loads of time in the studio, Dannic has lined up a fresh wave of groovy big room and high energy releases for 2025. This mix is a celebration that blends classics that inspired him early on alongside loads of exclusive new tunes! “The idea was to create a mix that works from start to finish, building energy and taking the listener on a journey.” Get ready to “Kick It” for the next hour with Dannic on the decks!
Hey Daan, thanks for being with us to celebrate your new track "Kick It" out on Hysteria Records. How's your year going so far?
Hey! Thanks for having me. Honestly, it’s been a really exciting year so far. I’ve been spending a lot of time in the studio working on new music and really finding my groove again. Touring has been amazing too—playing some incredible shows and testing out new tracks in my sets has been super inspiring. And now, with "Kick It" dropping on Hysteria, I feel like things are really falling into place musically.
Hey! Thanks for having me. Honestly, it’s been a really exciting year so far. I’ve been spending a lot of time in the studio working on new music and really finding my groove again. Touring has been amazing too—playing some incredible shows and testing out new tracks in my sets has been super inspiring. And now, with "Kick It" dropping on Hysteria, I feel like things are really falling into place musically.
Let's dive into "Kick It"! What was the inspiration behind this release?
With "Kick It," I wanted to make a track that’s pure energy—something that works on a festival mainstage but also has enough groove to hit hard in a club. I was really inspired by that classic big room feel, but I wanted to give it a fresh, modern edge. The idea was to create something with a rolling bassline and a punchy drop that DJs would love mixing into their sets—high impact, but still danceable.
With "Kick It," I wanted to make a track that’s pure energy—something that works on a festival mainstage but also has enough groove to hit hard in a club. I was really inspired by that classic big room feel, but I wanted to give it a fresh, modern edge. The idea was to create something with a rolling bassline and a punchy drop that DJs would love mixing into their sets—high impact, but still danceable.
You’ve mentioned that this track marks a return to your roots after exploring different directions. What made you decide to fully embrace this sound again?
Yeah, over the past few years, I experimented with different sounds, which was great creatively, but I realized that my core sound—that groovy big room energy—is what I’m most passionate about. That’s the sound that got me into dance music in the first place, and it’s what people connect with most at my shows. I think coming back to that sound feels natural now because I’ve got a fresh perspective on how to evolve it without losing that original energy.
Yeah, over the past few years, I experimented with different sounds, which was great creatively, but I realized that my core sound—that groovy big room energy—is what I’m most passionate about. That’s the sound that got me into dance music in the first place, and it’s what people connect with most at my shows. I think coming back to that sound feels natural now because I’ve got a fresh perspective on how to evolve it without losing that original energy.
"Kick It" delivers high energy and groove, perfectly suited for both festivals and clubs. How do you balance crafting a track that works across different settings?
That’s always the challenge! For me, it’s about finding the balance between big drops and a groove that people can actually dance to. A lot of big room tracks are just straight-up power, but I wanted "Kick It" to have that rolling, almost techy groove underneath—something that works just as well in a sweaty club as it does on a festival stage. It’s all about making sure the energy flows naturally, from the breakdown to the drop.
That’s always the challenge! For me, it’s about finding the balance between big drops and a groove that people can actually dance to. A lot of big room tracks are just straight-up power, but I wanted "Kick It" to have that rolling, almost techy groove underneath—something that works just as well in a sweaty club as it does on a festival stage. It’s all about making sure the energy flows naturally, from the breakdown to the drop.
Hysteria Records has always been a home for high-energy dance music. How did the label’s identity play a role in shaping "Kick It"?
Hysteria feels like the perfect fit for this track. Bingo Players have always been about that high-energy, feel-good dance music, and that’s exactly the vibe I was going for with "Kick It." The label has such a strong reputation in the scene for delivering club and festival bangers, so it felt like a natural home for this track. When I sent them the demo, they immediately got the vision—it just clicked.
Hysteria feels like the perfect fit for this track. Bingo Players have always been about that high-energy, feel-good dance music, and that’s exactly the vibe I was going for with "Kick It." The label has such a strong reputation in the scene for delivering club and festival bangers, so it felt like a natural home for this track. When I sent them the demo, they immediately got the vision—it just clicked.
Let's talk about your Spotlight Mix. Can you give us some insight into your track selection and the vibe you wanted to create?
For the Spotlight Mix, I really wanted to reflect where my sound is at right now—a mix of big room, groove-driven house, and high-energy festival tracks. I included a lot of my new stuff, some unreleased material, and also a few classics that inspired me early on. The idea was to create a mix that works from start to finish—building energy and taking the listener on a journey. It’s the kind of set I’d want to play at a festival, but it still works if you’re just listening at home or on a night out.
For the Spotlight Mix, I really wanted to reflect where my sound is at right now—a mix of big room, groove-driven house, and high-energy festival tracks. I included a lot of my new stuff, some unreleased material, and also a few classics that inspired me early on. The idea was to create a mix that works from start to finish—building energy and taking the listener on a journey. It’s the kind of set I’d want to play at a festival, but it still works if you’re just listening at home or on a night out.
Can you pick out three tracks in the mix and tell us why they stand out for you?
"Kick It" – Of course! This one’s the centerpiece of the mix—it sets the tone for the kind of energy I wanted to capture.
"Kick It" – Of course! This one’s the centerpiece of the mix—it sets the tone for the kind of energy I wanted to capture.
"Silver" – This is another track from the Hysteria release series, and it’s got a more melodic, but still driving feel. It shows the more emotional side of my sound while keeping that club-ready energy.
"Knock & Load" – This one is pure groove and power. It’s built for DJ sets—driving bass, big drops, and high energy from start to finish.
What can we expect from you in the coming months? Are there any exciting collaborations or upcoming releases you can tease?
Yeah, there’s a lot coming! After the Hysteria releases, I’ve got a track coming out on Dim Mak at the end of June, which I’m really excited about—it’s another high-energy club track. I’ve also been working on some big collabs that I can’t share too much about yet, but let’s just say they’re with some pretty legendary names in the scene. Plus, lots of touring—festival season is coming up, and I can’t wait to drop these new tracks live!
Yeah, there’s a lot coming! After the Hysteria releases, I’ve got a track coming out on Dim Mak at the end of June, which I’m really excited about—it’s another high-energy club track. I’ve also been working on some big collabs that I can’t share too much about yet, but let’s just say they’re with some pretty legendary names in the scene. Plus, lots of touring—festival season is coming up, and I can’t wait to drop these new tracks live!
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