Booking DJs and live acts

All-round, techno/trance, live acts, and retro/classics legends. Over 50 artists for your festival, event, or corporate party. With bookings across Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, and the rest of Europe.

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All-round DJs
Techno / Trance
Live artists
Retro / Classics
Maarten Vancoillie
DJ Ghost
Bonzai All Stars
PUSH
Cherry Moon Trax
2 Fabiola
2 Fabiola
Maite Dedecker
Greg S
Franky Kloeck
Ghost Jr
DJ Bountyhunter
The Mackenzie
RVG (Ruben Van Gucht)
Da Rick
Virtual Zone
Een lachende man en vrouw in glitterende outfits poseren samen achter een dj-booth met pioneer-apparatuur.
Sakso
Voltage
Fumble & Violinvasion
CJ Bolland
SASH!
Jam El Mar (Jam & Spoon)
Sydney Ayven
Thunderball
Viktor
Youri Parker
Filterheadz
Een glimlachende man in een coltrui poseert met gekruiste armen tegen een donkere studioachtergrond in zwart-wit.
Pat Krimson
Dimitri Wouters
De Jordy
Een kale dj met een koptelefoon staat van achteren gefilmd achter de draaitafels in een sfeervol verlichte club.
Thomas Schumacher
Bestien
Tim Grand
Dave Lambert
Teka B
Jaydee
Marko De La Rocca
Quincy
Som Systema
Een man met muts, bril en koptelefoon om zijn nek staat met gekruiste armen voor een kast vol platen.
Q-IC
Frank Biazzi
Jamie Dill
Sven Van Hees
Een man met een blauwe pet zit met gevouwen handen op een metalen buitentrap bij een gebouw.
Een dj met koptelefoon om de nek bedient de draaitafel tijdens een optreden, omgeven door kleurrijke lichtstralen.
Twee mannen in zwarte t-shirts met pixelige zonnebrillen poseren zelfverzekerd tegen een donkere achtergrond.
Danny Corten
Maarten Vancoillie
Da Rick
Een lachende man en vrouw in glitterende outfits poseren samen achter een dj-booth met pioneer-apparatuur.
Voltage
Sydney Ayven
Viktor
Een glimlachende man in een coltrui poseert met gekruiste armen tegen een donkere studioachtergrond in zwart-wit.
Dimitri Wouters
De Jordy
Dave Lambert
Teka B
Som Systema
Maite Dedecker
Ghost Jr
Filterheadz
Een kale dj met een koptelefoon staat van achteren gefilmd achter de draaitafels in een sfeervol verlichte club.
Thomas Schumacher
Bestien
Frank Biazzi
Twee mannen in zwarte t-shirts met pixelige zonnebrillen poseren zelfverzekerd tegen een donkere achtergrond.
2 Fabiola
Virtual Zone
Sakso
Fumble & Violinvasion
Tim Grand
DJ Ghost
Bonzai All Stars
PUSH
Cherry Moon Trax
Greg S
Franky Kloeck
DJ Bountyhunter
The Mackenzie
RVG (Ruben Van Gucht)
CJ Bolland
SASH!
Jam El Mar (Jam & Spoon)
Thunderball
Youri Parker
Pat Krimson
Jaydee
Marko De La Rocca
Quincy
Een man met muts, bril en koptelefoon om zijn nek staat met gekruiste armen voor een kast vol platen.
Q-IC
Jamie Dill
Sven Van Hees
Een man met een blauwe pet zit met gevouwen handen op een metalen buitentrap bij een gebouw.
Een dj met koptelefoon om de nek bedient de draaitafel tijdens een optreden, omgeven door kleurrijke lichtstralen.
Danny Corten

AboutGround Control Agency

About us

Ground Control Agency is a booking agency that has been booking DJs and live acts for festivals, clubs, and events throughout Belgium since 2012. We represent over 50 artists across four genres: allround, techno/trance, live, and retro/classics.

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2012
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Why organizers book with us

The largest retro roster

Bonzai All Stars, Jan Vervloet, The Mackenzie, DJ Ghost: a significant part of Belgian retro history.

Bjorn is a co-owner of Cherry Moon and has curated the retro stages for both Laundry Day and Summerfestival. As such, retro is the very genre we have been focusing on for years.

We know your side

We have worked in almost every role within this sector ourselves—as programmers, artist liaisons, or event producers. That is why we understand the landscape, as well as exactly what you need to make your event a success.

Bjorn still organizes his own retro parties today. Quentin has been a tour manager and event producer for years.

Four genres, any budget

All-round DJs, techno/trance acts, live performers, and retro/classics artists—with fees ranging from €500 to €500,000. Whatever you have in mind, we will always provide a proposal that fits your needs.

With around 50 artists on our roster, we offer enough variety to find the perfect match for any audience, while remaining small enough that we know every single one of them personally.

Four genres

All-round

House, dance, classics, and current hits—for a broad audience that isn’t looking to be confined to a single genre.

Discover all all-round DJs

Techno / Trance

Techno for the main stage and for the late hours in the club.

Discover all techno and trance DJs

Live

Live performers and shows to watch. Ideal for bringing a unique energy to your event.

Discover all live artists

Retro / Classics

The names from the nineties and the two-thousands—the nostalgic records that everyone still knows.

Discover all retro and classics DJs
Close-up of a mixing console in the dark

Reviews

We were looking for a DJ for the opening of our new office, and, to be honest, using a booking agency felt a bit excessive for an event with seventy guests. Bjorn suggested three DJs who fit our budget and explained the reasoning behind each recommendation. The DJ we ultimately chose had an excellent sense of the atmosphere—he played subtle background music during the walking dinner and only turned up the volume after the speeches. The pricing was also perfectly fine; everything was clear and transparent from the very start.
Céline D.
Excellent collaboration, from start to finish! For a corporate event, we needed to put together a line-up representing the Belgian house scene. Quentin was involved from beginning to end and managed everything in a perfect and professional manner. I will definitely book again!
Wim V.
Bjorn, Quentin and the whole team at Ground Control Agency are a pleasure to work with. They are reliable, easy-going and experts in what they do.
Tim P.
Having spent years looking after artists at festivals myself, I know all too well how often a technical rider still needs to be requested just two days before an event. With Ground Control, everything arrived automatically: technical riders, arrival times, hospitality requirements, and accreditation requests—all complete and right on time. When I complimented Quentin on this, it turned out he had done the exact same job for years. That explained a lot. For a production crew, that’s a dream!
Elke V.D.
Not everything always goes according to plan. The DJ we had booked experienced car trouble and arrived forty minutes late, accompanied by a friend he’d called in for help and a replacement vehicle. However, I knew about it before my client did—and that’s what matters most. Quentin called the moment he found out, suggesting that we extend the reception and make a few minor adjustments to the schedule. We managed the situation so seamlessly that no one in the room even noticed. As soon as he arrived, the DJ jumped straight into his set, and before long, the dance floor was packed—staying that way until the early hours!
Yannick G.

FAQs

What do you do for your artists?

First and foremost, we act as booking agents: we secure bookings, negotiate terms, draft contracts, handle invoicing, and follow up on payments. In cases where there is a strong rapport, we go beyond just booking—we can also take on aspects of management or even tour management.

What about SABAM and equitable remuneration?

The declaration and payment of copyright royalties and equitable remuneration are the responsibility of the event organizer. If you are organizing the event yourself, you can handle this through Unisono, which collects both types of fees. If your event is taking place at a venue, check with the venue to determine who bears this responsibility.

Will I receive a contract?

Yes. Every booking is formalized in a booking agreement that specifies the artist, date, performance times, venue, price, inclusions, technical requirements, and cancellation terms. You will receive this digitally, along with the press kit, and you can sign it online.

How does the payment process work?

Payment and invoicing take place in two instalments:
  • 20% down payment upon signing of the agreement.
  • The 80% balance, payable two weeks before the event.

What do I need to provide for the artist?

For every confirmed booking, you will receive a technical rider detailing all requirements—such as power, a DJ booth or table, sound system and monitoring—along with arrangements for the soundcheck and catering. In the lead-up to the event, we will coordinate further specifics with you, including technical details, parking, access, accreditations, and hospitality. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out!

What if the artist gets sick or cannot come?

In that case, we look for a solution—both within our own roster of artists and through other agencies. We have built an extensive network over the years, and this is exactly the kind of situation where that proves valuable. We will reach out to you as soon as we have information and present you with the available alternatives. The final decision is yours. We can’t promise miracles, but we can promise that you won’t have to handle it alone.

How much does it cost to book a DJ or artist?

That depends on the artist. Our fees range from €500 to €500,000, so we can provide a suitable proposal for any occasion and every budget. Our pricing is transparent and all-inclusive—there are no hidden costs or additional travel expenses added later.

Can you also book artists who are not listed on your website?

Yes, if you are looking for someone we do not represent, please feel free to ask. We have built up a very broad network in the Belgian scene and beyond. If we don't succeed, we will point you in the right direction. We are happy to help you!

How quickly will I receive a proposal?

Within 24 hours. This will include the proposed artist(s), the price, what is covered, and the technical requirements. The price always includes the artist’s fee and travel expenses within Belgium. The amount shown on your quote—inclusive of the applicable VAT—is the final total; there are no hidden costs whatsoever.

I’m not sure which artist would be a good fit for my event. Can you help?

That’s what we’re here for. You don’t need to know any specific names to book an artist through us. Just tell us about your audience—their age, their background—as well as the nature of the event and at what point during the evening the artist will be performing. Based on that, we’ll provide a shortlist for you to choose from.

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