EVENTS
5 EDM Artists to Watch at Bonnaroo’s 2020 Virtual Festival
Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival will not take place on their rescheduled dates of September 24th to 27th due to public health concerns. However, like many other music festivals scheduled for 2020, it was announced that Bonnaroo would instead be a weekend-long virtual festival called “Virtual ROO-ALITY.” Although the virtual lineup is different from the original 2020 festival lineup, it still features a number of great musicians for festival viewers. Out of all the fantastic EDM musicians included in the virtual festival lineup, here are five artists to keep a close eye on. Chromeo Known for hits such as “Needy Girl” and “Fancy Footwork,” the dynamic duo Chromeo have been at the top of their game during their time in lockdown. After releasing their Quarantine Casanova EP t...
This Virtual Festival Will Feature a Snoop Dogg DJ Set and a Live Palm Reading by T-Pain
In the dawn of virtual music festivals, it seems as if a new livestream sprouts from the rotted roots of the pandemic-stricken live music industry every day. From small-scale DJ sets to massive, full-fledged digital music festivals, livestreamed concerts have proven their place in the contemporary music landscape, and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon. Another virtual music fest called Abracadabra Festival has now risen from the ashes of the COVID-19 wreckage. The new four-day streaming event, which doubles as an environmental fundraiser, shared its lineup today ahead of its kickoff at 6:30PM ET (3:30PM PT). Joining Diplo and Tycho at the top of the flier is none other than Snoop Dogg, who is DJing as “DJ Snoopadelic.” Snoop made his DJ debut back in 2018 ...
Bonnaroo Announces Lineup for Upcoming Digital Edition, “Virtual ROO-ALITY”
After Bonnaroo organizers shelved the 2020 in-person event due to the impact of COVID-19, organizers have now announced the lineup for the event’s first-ever foray into the virtual music festival space, “Virtual ROO-ALITY.” The livestream event, which is free for viewers to broadcast via YouTube, will feature both archival sets from Bonnaroo’s storied past as well as new performances. The first (and hopefully last) “Virtual ROO-ALITY” event will span three days starting at 5:30PM ET (2:30PM PT) on Thursday, September 24th. Archival sets include Beastie Boys from 2009, The White Stripes from 2007, and Run The Jewels from 2015. The lineup also features a number of electronic music heavyweights, such as A-Trak, S...
Dirty Audio and G Fuel Join Forces for Livestream Event and Giveaway
Trap music maven Dirty Audio has joined forces with G Fuel for what promises to be a bass-fueled livestream event. Fresh off the release of his Tucker Kreway-assisted dubstep bomb “Blue Steel,” which arrived by way of Kayzo‘s Welcome Records, the Los Angeles-based producer and DJ is primed to throw down for his fanbase in collaboration with the wildly popular energy drink brand. Dirty Audio is also bringing along fellow bass music connoisseurs REAPER and Purge, who will bring their own flavors of heavy-hitting electronic music to the table for a can’t miss stream. One of the leading energy drink brands in the nation, G Fuel has also emerged as the most popular drink in the increasingly robust esports world. For the Dirty Audio stream, G...
Martin Garrix, The Chemical Brothers, RÜFÜS DU SOL to Perform at 2021 Open’er Festival
Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, a number of large-scale music festivals are looking to the future through rose-colored glasses. One of those is Polish music fest Open’er, who have announced the first phase of performers for its 2021 event. The event’s 2020 iteration was shelved back in April 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19 after initially being slated for July 1st through 4th this year. Scheduled to take place in Gdynia, Poland from June 30th to July 3rd, 2021, the 2021 edition of Open’er Festival has already confirmed iconic hip-hop artist Kendrick Lamar as its headliner. Open’er also made sure to dip into the dance music talent pool to flesh out its lineup, recruiting young superstar Martin Garrix, Grammy Award-nominated electronica trio ...
5 reasons you don’t want to miss DTC2020 this October
The highly anticipated Digital Transformation Congress virtual event is set to dominate the digital transformation conversation in South Africa this October. Over 200 local and international industry leaders and senior executives will convene on the 07-08 October 2020, for two days of top-level content, case studies, industry tracks and plenty of networking opportunities.Here are 5 reasons why you should join them: 1. You’ll be in good company – DTC 2020 offers a superior virtual networking experience with the biggest names in the African technology arena. Meet and engage with top of the line speakers, exhibitors, and delegates from organisations such as Transnet, Accenture, Transunion, National Lotteries Commission, Momentum, ABSA New business – This is a premier business develo...
UK Dubstep Artist Shiverz Set to Host 24-Hour Nonstop Livestream
As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to prevent live shows from taking place, performers are constantly searching for new ways to improve livestream experiences for the fans. In March, UK dubstep artist Shiverz tweeted that if he received 3000 likes, 2000 comments, and 1000 retweets, he’d perform a 24-hour livestream. With all criteria met, Shiverz is ready to take the challenge head-on and give fans what they’ve asked for. To hit all the right notes for his marathon livestream, the DJ and producer has teamed up with SoundShield and Subtle Sound to acquire full stage production as well as a venue for the event. The Dub Rebellion has also hopped on to help host the stream, which will be held exclusively on YouTube and kick off on September 19th at 9AM PT...
Nitti Gritti, Barely Alive, Drezo, More to Perform at Upcoming Nocturnal Wonderland Virtual Rave-A-Thon
Ahead of this weekend’s “Nocturnal Wonderland Virtual Rave-A-Thon,” Insomniac has unveiled a massive lineup to tide fans over until the festival’s momentous in-person return in 2021. True to Insomniac’s genre-traversing ways, the lineup represents the best in both house and bass music. Repping the dubstep and trap scenes are Nitti Gritti, Barely Alive, Modestep, and Borgore. Set to grace the digital stage for the autumn livestream from the house music realm are Chris Lorenzo, Drezo, GG Magree, Justin Martin, VNSSA, and dance music legend Benny Benassi, among others. The livestream event will kick off at 6PM PT (9PM ET) this Friday, September 18th and Saturday, September 19th on Insomniac’s YouTube and Twitch ch...
Insomniac Teases “Very Special Location” in Europe to Celebrate 25-Year Anniversary of EDC
To celebrate the momentous 25th anniversary of its illustrious EDC brand, Insomniac is returning to Europe to further expand the festival’s horizons. Insomniac representatives took to the company’s EDC Las Vegas Twitter account, among other social media platforms, to tease a “VERY special location” in Europe to commemorate the landmark milestone. “It’s been an incredible 25 year journey with so many of YOU beautiful people from around the Globe. Let’s celebrate as we come full circle for our return to Europe!” the post reads. It also features a promo video, soundtracked to Seven Lions’ single “Another Way (with April Bender),” which reveals the return is scheduled for summer 2021. EDC’s empathic return to Europe represe...
Diplo Announces Stream to Raise Funds for Firefighters Battling Catastrophic California Wildfires
After debuting his one-of-a-kind stargazing concert series to a limited number of fans, Diplo is broadcasting the experience for all to see in the name of philanthropy. The Grammy Award-winning music producer, who recently released a full-length ambient album, has announced a charity livestream to raise funds in support of firefighters battling the catastrophic California wildfires, which have left 24 people dead and over 4,200 structures destroyed. Diplo recently kicked off a run of ambient concerts with a mystical show in Pioneertown, California, in which Flume made a surprise appearance. The series is being produced in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s AirSpace podcast as well as longtime collaborators Secular Sabbath, who are spearheading not only the stage...
Insomniac Announces the Return of Nocturnal Wonderland
Insomniac recently announced that their Southern California festival, Nocturnal Wonderland, will make its grand return in 2021. On Instagram, founder Pasquale Rotella shared details of next year’s event alongside footage of previous iterations. Although it’s still more than a year away, Rotella has already spoken about planned improvements to the festival’s campground after receiving feedback from previous attendees. While specific details were not mentioned, he explained that the logistics will be upgraded and that “plans are in place to ensure a smooth & enjoyable Camp Nocturnal experience.” Nocturnal Wonderland will take place September 18th and 19th, 2021 at Glen Helen Regional Park in San Bernadino, California. Pre-sale ticke...
LP Giobbi’s Curated “FEMME HOUSE” Series Takes Over Bandsintown LIVE This Week
Music producer, label owner, and entrepreneur LP Giobbi is bringing her curated performance series “FEMME HOUSE” to Bandsintown LIVE this week for a special livestream takeover event. The queen of piano house created “FEMME HOUSE” as part of her broader initiative to bridge the gender gap in the electronic music space. The educational platform summarizes its mission as “empowering women to learn the language of the studio,” and has found global recognition in short order since its launch at Moogfest 2019. FEMME HOUSE Live Lineup On Thursday, September 17th, songwriter and visual artist XKYLAR, classically trained musician and producer AmyElle, and techno songstress Mary Droppinz will take to the decks along with LP Giobbi ...
