Utopia

w/ Booka Shade (live) + Flashback Force + Jeroen Delodder

Back with more energy and freshness than ever, Utopia returns for its 7th edition at Het Depot. This club night brings a signature mix of high-energy techno and electro, laced with a nostalgic touch.

Join us for a night of relentless energy with live sets from the legend Booka Shade (live), Flashback Force and Jeroen Delodder to keep the dance floor buzzing.

Booka Shade (live)

Iconic German duo Booka Shade, made up of Walter Merziger and Arno Kammermeier, have been pioneers of the electronic music scene for over two decades. From their early ’90s underground hits to their recent GRAMMY nomination, they've remained at the heart of electronic music.

Co-founders of the legendary label Get Physical Music, their breakthrough came with the 2005 hit "Body Language", followed by a bunch of iconic dancefloor hits like "In White Rooms", "Manarine Girl" and their rework of Laurie Anderson's classic "O Superman".

Known for innovative live shows, they've performed at major festivals like Coachella, Glastonbury, and Sónar, while also remixing for acts like Depeche Mode and Moby.

In recent years, they’ve explored new audio technologies like Dolby Atmos and continued to influence the genre through their Blaufield Music label, proving their lasting impact on the electronic music world.

Jeroen Delodder

With over 20 years of DJ experience and a deep passion for music, Jeroen Delodder has been a DJ and presenter at Studio Brussel since 2012, hosting shows like Switch, The Greatest Switch, and Untz. He shares his latest discoveries on Thursday nights at StuBru and spins vinyl every third Tuesday on Kiosk Radio. Known for performances at major festivals like Tomorrowland, Rock Werchter, and Extrema Outdoor, Jeroen blends club classics, rave anthems, and fresh hits. He also delivers versatile party sets with pop, hiphop, disco, and rock, playing everywhere from summer bars to festivals—and even weddings.

Flashback Force

Respected across clubs and festivals, the legendary trio Wiebe Loccufier (The Subs), Kristof Claes (Goldfox), and Kim Mathijs (Ed&Kim) are veterans of the Belgian nightlife scene with over 60 years of combined DJ experience.

They’ve graced stages at Pukkelpop, Tomorrowland, Rock Werchter, and more, alongside legends like Boys Noize, Eric Prydz and Fatboy Slim. Through their event concept 'Flashback Invites,' they explore old-school house, techno, trance and more, taking audiences on a journey through the evolution of dance music, perfect for both intimate clubs and massive festivals.