Reinier Zonneveld will debut his AI live music project at his upcoming R² festival at Spaarnwoude on August 17th. He will be the first to integrate his specially-crafted AI model, R², into a live electronic music set, promising an unforgettable experience.
Zonneveld’s AI Model
Over the past few years, Zonneveld has fine-tuned R², a cutting-edge AI model that transcends conventional boundaries in music production and performance. The groundbreaking R² AI was trained on over 2,000 hours of Reinier Zonneveld’s original music and recordings from more than 1,000 live shows spanning the artist’s illustrious 15-year career. With a specific focus on capturing Zonneveld’s celebrated improvisational style, R² is a unique and innovative partner in live music performance, setting new standards by seamlessly composing real-time tracks based on Zonneveld’s extensive repertoire.
Zonneveld’s R² Festival
The festival will include seven other stages in addition to the R² mainstage. The Beginning will be featured to pay homage to the illegal rave movement that gave birth to Reinier Zonneveld’s career, while De Marktkantine, the extinct nightlife institution from Amsterdam, is set to revive the energy felt during the many infamous Reinier Zonneveld all-nighters. STOOR, the pure improvisation audio-visual experience created by techno icon Speedy J, where image and sound become a symbiosis of unbridled electronics, will see Karl Klomp directing the stage design, lighting, and a team of video artists. The Unreal concept, straight from Bootshaus in Cologne, will bring a darker and heavier rave sound to those who want to enjoy harder techno at R², while the Amnesia’s Pyramid concept, where Zonneveld had his first-ever Ibiza residency in 2023, brings the Ibiza vibe to Dutch grounds. Kompass Klub will make its way from Belgium to showcase its intense, passionate atmosphere, and Reinier’s own Filth On Acid imprint is set to showcase some of the label boss’ personal favorite artists.
About the R² debut, Zonneveld said: ‘I’ve always been excited about pushing boundaries and integrating technology in my performances. Last year, I broke the Guinness World Record for the longest live electronic music set at my own Karren Maar Festival. This year, With R², we’re taking that ethos to new heights.’
‘This isn’t just about playing music; it’s about crafting an experience that transcends expectations. I’m super excited to have all these iconic stage hosts at my festival, where R² and I will lead you on a journey into uncharted sonic territory, redefining what’s possible in live performances.’
-Reinier Zonneveld
Attendees can expect an electrifying showcase of Reinier Zonneveld’s iconic sound, elevated to unparalleled heights by the innovative integration of R². This feat is a continuation of Reinier Zonneveld’s innovative approach to challenging himself to reach new milestones in his live sets. Last August, the artist set an entire new Guinness World Record at his own Karren Maar Festival for the longest live electronic music set with original music only.
Tickets for R² Festival
Tickets for the festival are now on sale, providing attendees with the opportunity to experience the premiere of Reinier Zonneveld’s R², alongside an impressive lineup featuring top acts from the techno scene and beyond. For more information on the festival visit the website and for pre-registration for tickets, click here.
