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20.10.2026Classified Outdoor proves itself as the festival for the new generation#Hardstyle#ReportAfter a year of growing its presence as both a promoter and a record label, Classified delivered a well-organised outdoor event that exceeded expectations, with a packed xtra-raw and uptempo programme and several standout sets Classified has been building momentum throughout the year, strengthening its identity not only as a record label but also as a promoter capable of bringing the harder styles community together. Their latest event, Off The Grid, felt like another step in that progression. With dedicated raw and uptempo stages, a full day of music and an outdoor setup built around covered tents, the event offered a solid experience that proved more impressive than expected. Once inside, the organisation stood out immediately. The festival was well structured, with everything feeling properly planned and the production delivering from the beginning. The sound was particularly good throughout the day, while lasers and lighting gave both stages plenty of energy. Uptempo takes centre stage The Anthem Shows at both the raw and uptempo stages, by Detailed and Kili & Revealer, were two of the highlights, and the atmosphere inside the tents showed how much energy the crowd brought to the experience. There were a couple of spells of rain during the day, which pushed more people under cover and left the tents packed, but the overall experience held up well. Our favourite set, however, was Adjuzt vs Fraw Classics, who delivered a strong combination of their biggest hits and tracks that are not usually played at their sets anymore such as 'ECHOES', 'Shooting Star' or 'FIRE & ICE', all of them being original mixes and not edits. Akimbo also made a strong impression with their Game Over act, while BMBERJCK and The Straikerz both delivered livesets worth catching. Noxiouz was another standout, while Infliction vs Disaster and Hard Destiny also brought plenty to the table. Mutilator’s Rave Reactor was another major moment, adding to a programme that offered several reasons to stay around until the end. Production, layout and room to grow The production was one of the event’s strongest points. There was no shortage of lasers or lighting, and the sound was consistently good. If there was one element that could have taken things further, it was the addition of a few more spectacular effects, such as fireworks. The RAW tent could have also been a bit larger, especially considering the uptempo area's size. Beyond the stages, Off The Grid had several practical touches that made the day more comfortable, including covered chill-out areas and fairground attractions. The weather could have made things difficult, but having places to take shelter helped keep the experience enjoyable. Prices also felt in line with what has become standard at festivals of this kind, with tokens costing €4 and beer priced at one and a half tokens. As Classified continues to develop as both a label and an event organiser, Off The Grid offers encouraging evidence of that progress. A solid festival that leaves plenty of reasons to look forward to what Classified does next.

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