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11-02-2004


The Netherlands - a quiet little country on the northern end of Europe...NOT! You've never seen fetish the way this country celebrates fetish! And where is the biggest party? At Wasteland, of course, Amsterdam's famous fetish/fantasy event. In addition to being the biggest fetish/fantasy event in Europe, this year they're celebrating their 10 year Anniversary.

Wasteland was born in 1994. Over the years the event paid its dues, and it is now known as "Europe's biggest and finest fetish fantasy event, with visitors from all over the world," according to an event promoter. This popular party was created to fill a need in the scene, offering a place for the exploration of fetish fantasies where scene fashion can be made or displayed and erotic art can be showcased. Its importance has been noted by like-minded individuals looking to delve deeper into exhibitionism, TPE, specific fetishes like uniforms, rubber, etc, and surround themselves by others who feel the need to explore the same realms as they do.

Wasteland describes the first event by saying, "It all began with the notorious bridge connecting two clubs in the Reguliersdwarsstraat in Amsterdam. In the street more than 3000 bystanders, including the police, witnessed the pleasantly pervy excesses that took place above their heads. The images of this night went all over the world." Now, ten years later, Wasteland can boast of their secured place in the world of fetish events.

Much like Zillo and WGT have become an event standard of their European scenes, so too has Wasteland raised the bar by which other fetish parties are measured by. "It's a lifestyle," promoters state. Fetish has long been confined to the underground because of its inevitable association with sex and sexual interaction. While not denying this tie-in, Wasteland has developed an opportunity for lovers of art, exhibitionism, entertainment and fetish fashion to be seen in an arena that promotes consent, sharing, and recognition.

Wasteland is also a gay friendly event. Indeed, one could not enjoy the largest party in the scene without acknowledging that fetish is a big part of the gay community. Fetish transcends the borders between straight and gay, creating a haven where all sexualities are welcomed, endorsed and recognized. Be you straight, gay, bi or Trans, Wasteland is a pan-sexual embrace of the world of dark desires.

To celebrate establishing their place in the fetish scene for ten years, Wasteland is throwing a huge celebration on 6 November in Amsterdam. The party will be held in the Kingdom Venue and has a line-up that is sure to knock the socks (or latex leggings, if you prefer) off any attendee. A slew of DJs will be on hand to spin erotic, exotic sounds all night long, including DJs Barth Hendrix, Roog, Ian Carey (USA, Soulproviders), Natarcia, Dimitri, 100% Isis, Phat Q, Real el Canario, Chuckie, Partysquad and more.

As if the sounds weren't enough, they've scheduled live performances by Norman Soares with percussion, The real vagina monologues, Zamil & Maliz (Ger), Latexwalk (Ger), Juan Well's, Go-Go fuckers, Dominatrix and slaves, Justine et Juliette (Fr.), shoe shine slave, Dominique, Marcel Prince of Illusionists (Can), All American Rodeo Super Bingo and much and much more. As if this weren't enough to keep you occupied, you can also feast your eyes on the visual delights displayed by VJ Micha Klein.

Wasteland isn't being selfish, either. They're offering a lucky fetish aficionado a chance to win a VIPs treatment. This incredible prize includes two tickets to the party, a fetish night in The Absolute Suite in Amsterdam including champagne, and transportation both to and from the venue. Other prizes include 10 chances for 2 tickets to the next Wasteland event. To gain your entry into this drawing, send an SMS to WASTELAND VIP to 6010 (1,10 POB).

Tickets are going fast, so you're advised to reserve your place now. The price is a mere €45 (excluding pre-sale costs shops). The party will begin to grind its gears at 10pm and goes until 6am (22:00-06:00).

As always, a strict dress code will be enforced, and remember - "the decision of the bitch is final!" If the door wench doesn't think you cut it, there's no place to appeal, so make sure you're decked out in the best that fetish shops have to offer. Your selections can come from the lands of leather, uniforms, plastic, rubber, metal, cross-dressing, burlesque, fetish glam, medical, body art, or fetish Goth, but absolutely no casual street wear.

Penthouse magazine has called Wasteland, "probably the wildest party on earth." With endorsement like that, you should acknowledge your need to revel in your dark desires and get yourself to the party of the decade. Just be prepared to share the love.

Wasteland 10th Anniversary Quick Info:
when Saturday, 6 November, 2004
where Kingdom Venue, Jan van Galenstraat 6-10 Amsterdam, Netherlands
time 10pm–6am (22:00-06:00)
cost €45
contact www.wasteland.nl, , National Phone booking 0900-0191
International Phone booking +31-20-6211288


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