November 21st and 22nd we're back with a special edition of BiT LIVE Bergen. As a part of PLAY!Bergen we will have our own room, stage and bar in the venerable Grieghallen for all you great people to cozy up with a drink and some great SIDs. As a bonus you also get access to the main area of the PLAY! festival to peek at whatever gaming goodness is going on - and there will be a lot.
There will be live concerts, remix and sid DJ's, SLAY Radio - and Fastloaders will perform as usual with a stellar set of old and new rearrangements :)
Follow updates and post any questions you have at the event under our fb page here:
www.facebook.com/BackInTimeLive
The ticket validates entrance Friday and Saturday. Food or drinks are not included and have to be bought separately at the venue.
We reserve the right to substitute any acts with others we see fit in case of drop outs.
Fastloaders
The amazing C64/Amiga tribute band from Bergen, Norway, whose mission is to deliver stunning rock remakes of classic computer game music! Known for their powerful stage presence and authentic renditions, Fastloaders are the beating heart of Back In Time events.
Jeroen Tel
Jeroen Tel, one of the true legends of the Commodore 64 era, finally returns to Back In Time Live! As a founding member of Maniacs of Noise, he created some of the most memorable game soundtracks of the 80s and early 90s, including Cybernoid, Myth, Supremacy and Robocop 3.
His signature mix of melody, rhythm and technical wizardry pushed the SID chip to its limits and defined what game music could be. Today he continues to perform, remix and inspire new generations of retro and chiptune artists worldwide.
Tony “Fluke73” Wirén
Tony “Fluke73” Wirén is a live video-game music performer and long-time Amiga enthusiast. Since the late ’80s he has been deeply involved with Commodore music and the demoscene, performing at events such as Pågadata 2025 (Sweden), Moderskeppet Cruise 2024 (Sweden–Finland), and previous Back In Time events — including Bergen 2023.
Through his RetroGamingMusic YouTube channel, Tony has streamed over 300 live shows and released more than 100 remixes, earning recognition from Remix64 with awards such as Best Newcomer (3rd place, 2022) and Achievement of the Year (2023).
Karstein Djupdal
We are proud to welcome Karstein Djupdal, a pianist, composer and music teacher, living in Bodø in Northern Norway. He grew up with the Commodore 64 as a home computer and game machine.
Karstein:
"I abandoned the computer interest and embarked on an education in classical piano and composition in Kristiansand, Oslo and the Netherlands. But the interest in the C64 didn't disappear. A big part of what made those games great, was the music. When I arranged and played some of the C64 music as classical piano pieces, I discovered how well some of that music transferred to the piano."
Check out more of Karstein at his web site and youtube channel!
website: https://karstein.djupdal.org
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@c64covers
Frida
Frida is a pianist and long-time PETSCII artist, active in the Commodore scene since 1985. Her live piano performances capture the spirit of classic game music, and we’re looking forward to what is sure to be a memorable concert.
DJ jor-el from Syntax Error
DJ jor-el got his first Commodore 64 at age 12 and has been part of the retro community for over 36 years. A few years later he moved on to the Amiga, creating MIDI and tracker music, and he still believes games were better back in the day, even though he now develops modern ones professionally.
Active in Syntax Error and the demoscene for around a decade, his most notable performances include Moderskeppet 2, 3 and Moderskeppet Gaming, as well as streamed shows for Revision and Lovebyte. He has also performed at Tech Noir Svart Lucia, Subkult Promo Party at Kollektivet Livet, numerous Syntax Error events and several Halloween parties.
Glenn Rune Gallefoss
Glenn Rune Gallefoss, known on the scene as GRG, has been composing music on the Commodore 64 since the 1980s, working directly with the legendary SID chip. A regular performer at every Back In Time Bergen, he brings authentic C64 sound to the stage by playing live on the original hardware. He is sure to create an incredible atmosphere, and deliver a truly nostalgic experience filled with raw SID energy and genuine retro spirit.
Ziona
Demoscene musician, broadcaster, and DJ, Ziona has been passionate about retro computer music and remixes since 2003. Her love for C64 remixes led her to join SLAY Radio in 2016, where she co-hosts live shows with Slaygon every Thursday.
In addition to composing and remixing, Ziona loves crafting musical journeys through carefully mixed sets, taking audiences back to the golden age of 1980s and 1990s computer music. She has also been a regular DJ at Back In Time Live Bergen, performing at all four editions of the event so far.
SLAY Radio
Celebrating 25 years on air, SLAY Radio is the long-running online station dedicated to Commodore remixes and scene culture. They’ll be our hosts throughout the weekend, keeping the vibe alive, the music flowing, and the community connected.
We are happy to offer special hotel deals for BiT LIVE Bergen visitors!
Use the following discount codes when booking:
- Scandic City Hotel: BPLA201125
- Scandic Byparken: BPLA200825
These codes are valid until October 13th, so make sure to book early!
Theme: Tribute to the Amiga 500’s Paula soundchip
Celebrate 40 years of the Amiga! Enter the remix compo and pay tribute to Paula—the chip that defined a generation of sound.
The Commodore Amiga turns 40 in 2025, a true milestone for one of the most beloved home computers of all time. Its Paula soundchip delivered the iconic 4-channel stereo that shaped a generation of music and gaming. This year’s compo is dedicated to Paula’s legacy.
Main Rule
- Your remix must use at least two distinct instruments/sounds:
- One panned hard LEFT
- One panned hard RIGHT
- Both must be clearly audible for at least 15 consecutive seconds.
- This alludes to Paula’s classic stereo separation.
- While the theme is Amiga-related, C64 remixes are welcome if they follow the above rule.
Additional Rules
- Format: MP3. (At least 44.1 kHz, 192 kbps.)
- Originality: New, never-before-published. Must remix a Commodore Amiga or Commodore 64 tune published before August 2025. C64 remixes must cover a SID present in HVSC.
- Length: Any duration; only the first 4 minutes may be played in the compo.
- Entries: One entry per participant.
- Comments: Optional, max 200 characters. Displayed on the event screen and on the voting page.
- Anonymity: Filenames, ID3 tags, and any identifying info will be stripped before presentation. Names become public after voting concludes.
- Voting: Organizers/support staff may submit but are not allowed to vote.
- Rights: Organizers may reject submissions that don’t comply.
- Deadline: Sunday, 16 November 2025, 23:59 (CET)
➤ Submit your remix here. You will need a Remix64 account (free).
🏆 The winner will receive the Back In Time Compo trophy. Top 3 receive additional minor prizes.
Note: Winners must be present at the event to receive their prizes.