In a scene where “nonchalant” often passes for cool, Luuk van Dijk stands out by showing genuine joy both on and off the decks. The Dutch selector has mastered the art of balancing a lighthearted public persona with a deeply sophisticated musical output. Whether dropping heavy-hitting releases on labels like Solid Grooves and Eastenderz, running his own Dark Side Of The Sun imprint, or launching side projects, he approaches the culture with the infectious enthusiasm of a lifelong digger.
We caught up with him at Perros Mediterráneos in Barcelona during the madness of OFFBCN to sip wine, share charcuterie, and dive deep into his world. From his early days DJing school parties to building his Get Closer event series and unleashing his darker DJ Boeie alias, Luuk unpacks the real dynamics behind modern clubbing—including a candid look at how the industry’s endless craving for short-term novelty might be putting the wider ecosystem at risk.
Sit down, pour yourself a glass, and watch the full conversation below.
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