Partyraiser is the stage name of Wesley van Swol (born Delft, 1977), a Dutch hardcore DJ and producer who started his career in 1993. Widely credited as one of the pioneers of uptempo hardcore, he has performed at the genre's biggest events for three decades - Defqon.1, Dominator, Masters of Hardcore and Thunderdome among them. In 2013 he launched Partyraiser Records, his own label for both his own output and emerging producers.
Partyraiser released the official anthem 'Cobra 6' together with Gezellige Uptempo and Skits Vicious for the annual BKJN vs. Partyraiser event in Zoetermeer (31 January 2026).
Partyraiser was announced for Masters of Hardcore 2026, where he plays a set that seamlessly transitions millennium-hardcore into uptempo.
Partyraiser performed at Masters of Hardcore 2025 - Temple of Resonance, the 30-year anniversary edition of the festival.
Partyraiser provided a Spotlight set on the RED mainstage of Defqon.1 2025.
Millennium Mayhem is a hardcore party at Complex featuring thirteen DJs and producers, including Partyraiser, Predator and Nosferatu.
Paul Elstak Presents · Wanna Play? is a hardcore party at Maassilo featuring 15 DJs and producers including Paul Elstak, AniMe, Neophyte and Partyraiser.