Paul Elstak

Dutch hardcore legend Paul Elstak is set to ignite MEZZ! Born on January 14, 1966, Paul Elstak is a pioneering DJ and producer who stands as one of the founding figures of hardcore and gabber music. With a career spanning decades, he has played a crucial role in shaping Dutch dance culture and bringing hardcore to the global stage. Known for his high-energy performances and unmistakable sound, Elstak continues to connect generations of ravers through raw power and emotion. Throughout his prolific career, Paul Elstak has delivered a series of iconic tracks that left a permanent mark on electronic music history. Classics such as ‘Life Is Like A Dance’, ‘Luv U More’, ‘Rainbow in the Sky’, ‘Promised Land’, ‘Turbo’, ‘Kind van De Duivel’ and ‘Engeltje’ remain anthems within the hardcore and gabber scene. More recently, he co-produced ‘Europapa’, once again proving his enduring relevance and influence.