EVENTS
Watch Madeon’s Full Surprise LA Performance With Guest Appearance by Porter Robinson
This week, Madeon returned to where he first began planting roots in LA with a surprise performance at the Roxy Theater. The performance, targeted towards his “most enthusiastic supporters,” was one that fans surely won’t forget. Madeon delivered an incredible DJ set that spanned music from Daft Punk to Justice and everything in between. Porter Robinson made a special appearance during the performance of “Shelter,” their hit collaboration which spawned a tour all on its own back in 2016. During his appearance, Robinson even joined Madeon for an onstage launchpad performance, a hallmark of the earliest days in Madeon’s career. “I want to point out what a cool, hyper energetic and considerate crowd this was,” Madeon tweeted. “E...
Lights, Lasers and Love: A Look Inside “GRiZMAS In July”
With his steady release schedule and special show runs, GRiZ is truly the gift that keeps on giving. His latest series of concerts, the sold out “GRiZMAS in July,” proved no different, bringing jovial spirit to the shores of Wilmington, North Carolina from July 30th to August 1st. The event first touched down for two nights at Live Oak Bank Pavilion before heading to the beach for a daytime pop-up on the 1st. Marking the occasion were several unique sets from the beloved bass music artist, who released his seventh studio album, Rainbow Brain, in late July. Every sound in his repertoire, from deep throwback cuts and wobbly riddim to headbanging bass and soaring saxophone solos, made an appearance, making the experience truly one-of-a-kind. EAZYBAKED, Kilamanzego ...
Take a Look Inside Brownies & Lemonade’s Larger-Than-Life Lollapalooza Aftershow
Since appearing in the Los Angeles EDM scene in the mid-2010s, electronic music collective Brownies & Lemonade has grown exponentially—with a cult following to match. Known for their off-the-walls, if-you-know-you-know shows, they’ve hosted everything from underground pop-ups and open aux concerts to high-profile artist showcases and curated festival stages. The powerhouse brand’s latest stop was in Chicago at Lollapalooza, which was the first major multi-genre festival to surface since the onset of the pandemic. Following a July 30th stage takeover, B&L headed to Chop Shop for a sold-out July 31st aftershow that proved larger than life. With its packed audience, stacked lineup and multitude of merch-clad fans, one thing became instantly clear: ...
A Sober “Detox” Music Festival Is Coming to Colorado
Within the last five years, sober-curious lifestyles and addiction prevention initiatives have steadily grown in popularity. This September, Colorado-based Ignight Entertainment will take this progress one step further with the inaugural edition of their Sundown music festival. Scheduled for September 11th, the all-ages show will be the state’s first “detox” music festival, Fox21 News Colorado reported. Organizers have also put out a call for visual artists, with applications open until August 7th. Check the form out here. Flyer for Sundown, Colorado’s first “detox” music festival. Sundown Colorado In addition to headlining performances by Autograf and Yolanda Be Cool, Sundown will host an array of mental wellness and mindfulness ini...
SnowGlobe Music Festival Cancelled Indefinitely, Enters the Great Beyond
Despite nine years of being “literally and figuratively the chillest festival ever,” South Lake Tahoe’s SnowGlobe Music Festival is now in permanent meltdown. According to SFGate, the local City Council unanimously voted this week to terminate its contract with the annual festival. The event’s 10th anniversary, originally scheduled for 2020, was set to take place December 29-31. For years locals have complained about inordinate noise, bad tipping and leftover debris. In 2018 the Center for Environmental Health even sued the ViacomCBS-owned event for pumping excessive levels of benzene into the air. Still, the festival skated by, managing to renew its city contract for another five years—but only if it moved to a new location. This stipulation turned out t...
DJ Snake Shows Chameleon Colors In Electrifying 2021 Tour Debut
DJ Snake‘s return to the stage to kickstart his 2021 U.S. tour highlighted just how much his cachet has grown since we saw him last. Immediately prior to the onset of the pandemic, February 2020, DJ Snake wrapped the biggest show of his career at the Paris La Défense Arena, performing in front of 40,000 people. It was an iconic moment, but no one could have expected the glacial freeze in momentum the music industry at large would sustain a mere month later. As we’re entering the other side nearly 16 months later, artists are beginning to reconnect with their audiences again—some more successfully than others. For DJ Snake, however, the start of the Chicago leg of his tour was met with a particularly warm welcome. It was a statement-making night for Snake at Ch...
Watch ILLENIUM Bid Farewell to a Career Chapter in New Concert Documentary
“It’s definitely been a fucking journey,” said ILLENIUM just before stepping on stage for his momentous “Trilogy” show last month. After three album installments and five years of a distinct creative vision, the world-class electronic artist was preparing to move on. But first, he decided to plan a party—and a big one at that—touching down in Sin City for a massive concert at Allegiant Stadium. Documenting the journey from ILLENIUM’s Colorado studio to the stadium stage is a new short film by longtime members of the producer’s photography and videography team. Directed, shot and edited by Nainoa Langer, with additional footage by David Nguyen, the documentary blends bittersweet nostalgia with overwhelming euphoria in engaging c...
deadmau5, REZZ, Zeds Dead, More Set to Headline îLESONIQ Redux 2021
îLESONIQ hosts some of the best international and Canadian artists around, catering to all styles of contemporary music. Hosted at the stunning Parc Jean-Drapeau, this multi-day experience incorporates incredible music, people, food, and culture for a unique festival experience. The event first launched in 2014, hosting around 25,000 attendees at the Parc Jean-Drapeau, situated east of downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada, in the Saint Lawrence River. With a successful first year, organizers assembled even more for the second edition—this time more than doubling the number of attendees to upwards of 60,000. Naturally, the 2020 edition of îLESONIQ was set to be even bigger and better, but was sadly postponed due to COVID-19 concerns. While the 2021 edition was originally slated for ...
Burning Man Goes Rogue: Unofficial Event is Moving Forward in Black Rock City
The Burners have gone rogue. An informal group has taken it upon themselves to launch a Burning Man-themed event during the time the original festival was supposed to take place. Due to COVID-19 the 2021 edition of the iconic gathering was officially postponed another year, a move that apparently didn’t sit well with the 10,000-plus people who now plan to descend on the playa with or without authorized organizers. Despite no official affiliation with Burning Man, an Eventbrite page titled “Renegade Man / Plan B / Free Burn” has emerged instructing Burners that the show will go on. It notes that there will be “no infrastructure provided AT ALL,” including porta potties or even ice. “This is the ultimate camping trip for Radical ...
HARD Summer 2021: Here are the Highlights of the SoCal Music Festival’s Return
After two years, HARD Summer brought over 160,000 ravers back together for a weekend full of electronic music and long-awaited fun. With over six stages, dazzling light displays, and a giant glowing ferris wheel, the festival felt like a smaller EDC. Fans gathered like moths to the bright and vibrant lights, and the energy was palpable after over a year in isolation for most. San Bernardino temperatures hovered around 100°, but thankfully Insomniac provided copious free water stations, shady, grassy areas and misting stations for their festival-goers to cool down. The hydrating drink of the weekend was Liquid Death. Contrary to its aggressive name, it was just water, the idea being to “murder your thirst” and save the earth with their plastic-free recyclable cans. Stages: Pyrotechnics...
“Headbanger’s Paradise”: Excision Announces New Oceanfront Music Festival in Cancún
Excision has announced a brand new destination music festival, which the dubstep icon has likened to a “headbanger’s paradise.” Excision’s first-ever destination music festival, Paradise Blue invites dubstep fans to the idyllic beaches of Cancún, Mexico, where they’ll be able to kick up some sand and rage to heavy-hitting performances from a who’s who of the finest in bass music. Primed for DJ sets at the inaugural fest are Zomboy, Virtual Riot, 12th Planet, Eliminate, SVDDEN DEATH, and ATLiens, among others. While the festival’s lineup is impressive, its pièce de résistance lies in its founder. Excision will perform three unique sets—yes, three—at Paradise Blue, which is scheduled for April 29th to May 1st, 2022. Flyer for...
Kygo’s Palm Tree Crew to Host Music Festival With Zedd, Gryffin, More
Kygo has announced a special one-day music festival under the umbrella of his vibrant Palm Tree Crew clothing brand. Scheduled for August 29th, Palm Tree Festival promises an immersive, beach-inspired experience and its organizers have drawn in a stellar lineup to fit the occasion. In addition to a performance from Kygo himself, Zedd, Gryffin, Frank Walker, and Forester have all jumped onboard. “I knew it was time to bring something even bigger to my fans,” Kygo said in a statement. “I can’t wait for everyone to be a part of this amazing experience.” Flyer for the inaugural Palm Tree Festival featuring Kygo, Zedd, Gryffin and more. c/o Palm Tree Crew The festival’s location is an intriguing one. Located around 80 miles east of New York City, Gabreski Priv...
