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The hardstyle genre originated in the electronic music scene of Europe, specifically in the Netherlands, around the turn of the 21st century. It began to develop around the year 2000 and is a fusion of elements from hard trance, hard house, techno, and hardcore. Hardstyle quickly gained popularity in Europe, particularly in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Italy. The scene expanded over the years, with dedicated hardstyle festivals like Qlimax and Defqon.1 attracting a growing fan base.