Fuse: 30yrs of making noise

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The book “Fuse: 30yrs of making noise” chronicles the evolution of Fuse, showcasing the DJs, the dance floors, the backstage, the staff, and, most importantly, the clubbers. It presents a unique photographic archive of the unforgettable moments that have defined its remarkable 30-year legacy, alongside tons of flyers and posters from the extensive Fuse archive. The book brings dozens of artifacts and memorabilia back to life, objects quintessential to the club’s identity. Lastly, it shares many stories from the protagonists, completing an oral history that stitches together triumphs and challenges, highlighting the collective resilience and spirit that define their shared heritage.

The book will be released on the 6th of December, 2024. You will be notified about the shipping date.

Resume:
30 years of Fuse. That’s 1,560 weekends of love, techno, I ❤︎ TECHNO, Motion Room, party flyers, La Demence, renovations, label nights, sound isolations, Jeu de Balle, long shifts, noise complaints, stylus replacements, after-hours, legendary b2bs, compilations, resident DJs, On The Beach, emergency loops, and an unfathomable amount of tickets boisson.

2024 marked the nightclub Fuse’s 30th year of continuous operation on Rue Blaes in Brussels. Belgium is home to cultural visionaries, break-the-mold characters, and prolific producers who helped shape the foundations of the electronic music scene we enjoy today. As a result, Fuse’s story traces the outlines of the house and techno history at large. Through striking visuals, quotes, research, and storytelling, this book connects the dots between the rise of renowned artists and uniquely Belgian characters that crystallized Fuse as a temple of underground dance music.

From Detroit to the Marolles, Ricardo Villalobos to DJ Pierre, Carl Craig to Trish Van Eynde, Daft Punk to Deg, Laurent Garnier to Charlotte de Witte, Warp to Music Man Records, even Depeche Mode to Björk, this book documents not only the iconic performances and moments over the years but also the stories of those who took the risk of running a nightclub and the tens of thousands of dancers who poured their love, sweat, and tears into the labyrinthine walls of Fuse.

An essential for any raver or lover of electronic music history, this book is an archival work dedicated to the music heads who have kept their minds and ears open since 1994.

Keep on Fusin’.

Jeff Mills about Fuse:
Fuse is a testament to the theory that “important” things have a lasting power. The unique chemistry of a well-educated audience, intuitive production, and a steady diet of masterful DJs through great curation make the club one of the best in the world. Being invited many times over the decades, I’ve never known The Fuse other than being a wild and adventurous atmosphere––it’s addictive. (Jeff Mills, 2024)

The writer:
Koen Galle (born 1983) founded his publishing house, AfterClub, to uncover stories about Belgium's rich electronic music culture and nightlife. He first got hooked on dance music in the late 1990s and eventually made a name for himself as a club and radio DJ. Over time, his fascination with the people and stories behind the music led him to begin writing and publishing.


Credits:

Writing, research, and interviews by Koen Galle
Graphic design by Otis Verhoeve
Interview transcriptions by Goodtape.io
Proofreading, copyediting, and back cover text by Blurbs / Dana Kuehr
Photo selection by Koen Galle, Otis Verhoeve & Elias Derboven
Photo editing by Elias Derboven and Otis Verhoeve
Interview coordination by Sam de Brabander
Press & PR by Telex Agency
Printed in Belgium by die Keure
Distributed by News and Antenne Books
Published by AfterClub


Will be available at: afterclub.be, fuse.be, bookstores, and record shops in Belgium and abroad.

Release date: Friday, December 6th, 2024.


Tech specs:

ISBN: 9789464780413
Softcover
352 pages
Yarn-sewn bound in cold glue, Swiss binding, with linen spine strip.
206,5 x 281,5 mm
Language: English
Weight: TBC