The hype surrounding Unique is impossible to ignore. Even if you weren’t at Intents Festival, the buzz around his explosive set was hard to miss. From his energetic performance at REBiRTH to his recent releases on Classified Records, Unique is on a rapid rise.
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Behind the stage name Unique is Niek, a young Dutch DJ and producer with a passion for rawstyle. What started with a drumkit and a dream has now turned into his first steps on festival stages.
“I’m still on cloud nine”
You can almost hear the smile in Unique’s voice as he talks about his Intents Festival experience. “It was truly unforgettable,” he says. “The stage was packed, everyone was going wild and singing along with every track. This is what I’ve always dreamed of.”
Although this Dutch DJ and producer has been working on his music for years, his love for it started at a young age behind the drums. “About eight years ago I started producing. I experimented with a lot of genres, but when I discovered rawstyle, I just knew: this is it.” With a focus on hard drops and emotional melodies, Unique aims to make an impact and share his personal vision of rawstyle.
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REBiRTH as turning point
Still, his career as a DJ only really took off around two to three years ago. “My friends kept telling me I should go for it,” he laughs. “When I finally took the step, it just felt right. My performance at REBiRTH was truly a turning point. So many positive reactions, videos, and support… That moment confirmed it for me: this is what I want to do.”
Big steps: Classified Records & Pure Bookings
A dream that recently came true: his contract with Classified Records. “From the very beginning, I wanted to be part of that label. After a guest release and my set at REBiRTH, things moved quickly, two days later they reached out again and a few weeks later, the contract was signed. Since our creative visions match perfectly, I can now fully focus on the creative process,” he explains.
Unique also signed with Pure Bookings. “They found me through mutual connections. We had a meeting, and it instantly clicked. They’ve already helped me land dream bookings like Intents Festival. It takes a lot of pressure off, which allows me to focus on my music and fans. Every show gets bigger, and they make sure I only have to focus on what I love most: making music and performing.”
Looking ahead
What’s coming up next? A lot, but not everything can be shared just yet. “There’s a lot in the works, but I have to stay quiet for now,” he grins. “Keep an eye on my socials!”
He is clear about his goals though: “Defqon.1 is definitely a dream. And I want to perform at all the major Dutch festivals in a single year. I’m also working on releasing new music every five to six weeks. But most of all, I want to keep growing and touch people through my music.”
A message to the fans
Finally, Unique has a message for his fast-growing fanbase: “Without you guys, none of this would’ve been possible. Your support means everything. Let’s keep growing together and party every weekend!”
