Sensation started in Amsterdam in 2000, and grew to be one of the most outstanding dance events worldwide. Now, over half a million people across the world have experienced one of the most spectacular dance and music phenomenons in the world.
World-renowned DJ's take to the Sensation decks during each eight-hour spectacle of the extraordinary stage show. With a different theme every year - from Space, to the Garden of Eden, and Ocean of White - every single show is completely different. The new theme is launched at the Amsterdam edition each year, before traveling the globe.
Ten years of Sensation
The first ever Sensation took place at the Amsterdam ArenA - home of Ajax football club, and was experienced by 20,000 clubbers. The following year, Sensation as we know it was born. As a tribute to his brother Miles, who helped found ID&T before sadly dying in a car accident, Duncan Stutterheim, CEO Sensation, asked visitors to dress in white as people did at Miles' funeral. Numbers had doubled from the first year, and eighty percent of the 40,000 attendees did so, creating an image so staggering that the dress code has remained the same ever since.
Spectacle with world renowned DJ's and ambiance
Some of the worlds best DJ's have played Sensation over the years, each helping to take the visitors through the night as the perfect musical accompaniment to the unfolding show, making Sensation what it is today. Tiësto, Sven Väth, Armin van Buuren, Carl Cox, David Guetta, Richie Hawtin, Axwell, Fedde le Grand, Steve Angelo, Sebastian Ingrosso and Erick Morillo have all graced the Sensation stage at some point in their careers, many referring to it the highlight of their careers. As Sensation's reputation has grown, the music has evolved and taken on it's own style - it's not just about booking the biggest name DJ's anymore, it's about choosing the people who can make Sensation the best event possible, and play the most cutting edge music of today and tomorrow. Sensation also continually champions the local heroes, the stars of the moment, and the stars of the future, with local DJ's always being hand-picked to open or close Sensation in their own countries in front of their home crowds.
Megamix
Besides the DJ's and performers, the renowned Megamix is, for many, an exciting climax of any Sensation show, setting it apart from all other dance events. This moment during every show is when not the DJ's, but the music itself, and the public, are the stars. Compiled by one of the musical masterminds of ID&T Sensation, this musical trip through history features a range of old and new classics, accompanied by a spectacular show and fireworks display.
International
Sensation has expanded beyond Amsterdam, with shows in countries across Europe including Germany, Belgium, Russia and Poland. Keep checking the tour schedule for 2009 - Sensation is planned to take place in 15 countries to date, including Australia, Spain, UK, South America, and more... Sensation will be coming to a city near you!
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