Angerfist

Danny Masseling, performing as Angerfist, is the most influential figure in the second wave of Dutch Hardcore (Gabber). Emerging in the late 90s under the BZRK Records umbrella, he revitalized a genre that had become commercialized, bringing back a darker, more aggressive edge.

His sound identity is built on the 'Angerfist Kick', a heavily processed Roland TR-909 kick drum that defines the sonic space of modern hardcore. Career-wise, he transitioned from a prolific studio producer with various aliases (Menace II Society, Kid Morbid) to a dominant live act characterized by his signature white hockey mask, a visual brand that has become synonymous with the genre itself. He has consistently ranked in the DJ Mag Top 100, a rare feat for an artist in such an extreme niche. Critically, he is respected for his technical precision and his ability to maintain the 'underground' spirit of gabber while scaling it to massive festival stages like Masters of Hardcore and Tomorrowland. His influence is foundational, having mentored or paved the way for nearly every major contemporary hardcore artist, including Miss K8 and Tha Playah.