Music festivals
Inside Skyline Festival’s Techno Takeover of Downtown Los Angeles
The sounds of the underground were unleashed on downtown Los Angeles in February, when Skyline Festival returned for two days dedicated to house and techno’s finest. Taking place February 26-27, the fest saw heavy-hitters like Claptone, Maya Jane Coles, Anfisa Letyago and Sonny Fodera take to its pair of massive outdoor stages. They held down the fort beneathtowering light panels and cutting-edge strobe setups until headliners Green Velvet and Chris Lake appeared. Carl Cox headlined both nights on the South Stage. Skyline Festival also saw two tech house legends, Marco Carola and Loco Dice, team up for a rare b2b set, while Sunday openers HoneyLuv and Ms. Mada made a killing of their dancefloors in the daylight. HoneyLuv, a Los Angeles local, kicked off the eve...
Skrillex, Flying Lotus, More Announced for 2022 Movement Festival: See the Massive Lineup
Detroit’s legendary Movement festival is back—and undoubtedly bigger than ever. Pandemic hangover be damned, the organizers of the long-running techno and house music festival have revealed a staggering lineup to celebrate its long-awaited return to downtown’s Hart Plaza. Skrillex, Flying Lotus, Duck Sauce, Chris Lake, Nina Kraviz, The Martinez Brothers, and over 110 more have been tapped for performances at this year’s fest. One of the lineup’s undeniable highlights is a collaborative set between LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy and pioneering Detroit techno producer Carl Craig. To that end, Movement’s 2022 bill features an array of iconic hometown artists, like DJ Stingray, Stacey Pullen, DJ Minx and Kevin Saunderson, with the latter performing under his...
Art of the Wild Festival to Turn Wynn Las Vegas Into a Tropical Wonderland With RÜFÜS DU SOL, Gorgon City, More
Wynn Nightlife and Framework are continuing to build Art of the Wild festival into the premier house and techno festival in Las Vegas. Considering its debut in 2018, Art of the Wild is a relative newcomer to Sin City’s festival scene, though it continues to build strong momentum. Hosted by Wynn’s XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club, the fest has earned a reputation for assembling top-notch talent and a particularly vibrant atmosphere. In that regard, this year is no different. Art of the Wild organizers have now announced a stellar lineup featuring Diplo, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Claptone, Gorgon City, Maceo Plex and more. A number of prolific electronic brands will also curate stages and bring a unique sonic palette to the table, including Animale, CircoLoco, Elrow, Higher Ground and Real...
Umbrella Weekend Is Coming to SoCal for a Vibrant and Inclusive Festival Experience
From connecting back in 2015 as a troupe of festival-loving friends based out of San Diego, to now organizing one of the most exciting festivals in California, the Afternoon Umbrella Friends have come a long way. Coming to Yucaipa March 24-28, the Afternoon Umbrella Friends are making their anticipated return with Umbrella Weekend, a weekend-long affair that is bound to strengthen the local community’s bonds by fostering an inclusive environment. Marking their largest and most momentous production to date, Umbrella Weekend will host a massive lineup across two stages, filled with nonstop house and techno music as well as art installations, wellness activities, and so much more. Umbrella Weekend 2022 tickets are on sale now here. With a diverse lineup, Umbrella Weekend attendees will e...
Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, More to Perform at Tomorrowland’s 2022 Winter Edition
Over 100 DJs and 18,000 ravers are set to heat up the snowcapped mountains of southeastern France this month. Tomorrowland Winter is slated for March 19th to 26th. An offshoot of the iconic Belgian dance music festival, the weeklong event takes place at the Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine Ski, an idyllic ski resort situated in the heart of the Central French Western Alps. In typical Tomorrowland fashion, organizers have once again recruited a stellar lineup of electronic music’s finest. Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, Steve Aoki, Lost Frequencies, Netsky, Anfisa Letyago, Vintage Culture, Martin Solveig and many more will perform at this year’s fest. During the day, attendees can ski and snowboard on the range’s top-rated slopes, as well as take in a va...
Insomniac Announces 2022 Day Trip Festival Dates
“WE BACK BABY, and better than ever!” The organizers of Day Trip Festival have triumphantly announced plans for the 2022 edition of the Southern California event, which is scheduled to take place June 25-26. While last year’s inaugural event ended up having to switch locations from a waterfront site in L.A. County to the NOS Event Center in San Bernardino, this year’s fest will occur at a locale better than originally intended—at the historic Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach. The 21+ festival will feature two stages showcasing techno and house music’s top tastemakers. Beginning March 3rd, ticket-holders from the inaugural 2021 Day Trip and the brand’s recent Skyline Festival in Downtown L.A. will receive first access to the exclusive 24-hour presale. Gen...
4 Must-See Artists At the 2022 Skyline Festival In Los Angeles
Oh, Los Angeles—where you can rave outside in February with no fear of the winter chill. Skyline is set to take over L.A. this weekend with nary a snowflake on the radar—and a massive lineup of techno and house music favorites, such as headliners Carl Cox, Chris Lake and Green Velvet. Hosted by Insomniac‘s storied Factory 93 brand and Day Trip, the open-air event will take place February 26-27 in downtown Los Angeles. Here are four of our must-see DJ sets at Skyline 2022. HoneyLuv While catching HoneyLuv’s set will require a prompt arrival to Skyline, rest assured, her infectious blend of bass and tech house will make you glad you made it to her dancefloor. She’s self-described as the “female Diplo,” and with tracks like the heart-pumping ...
GRiZ and Wiz Khalifa Are Performing at a Cannabis-Forward Music Festival
As music festivals return at full tilt after a brutal pandemic, there’s no better time to live the high life. Enter The Roll Up Festival, a three-day event combining cannabis culture, music and Earth Day celebrations. It’s essentially an adult playground with carnival attractions, rides, ball-pits, car shows, professional wrestling sideshows and—of course–lots of munchies. The Roll Up Festival is scheduled for April 15-17 at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton, Massachusetts. The fest will feature three stages, each of which have their own unique production to express its commitment to earth consciousness and environmental awareness. Recommended Articles Electro-funk superstar GRiZ, who was named as one of EDM.com‘s Best Music Producers of 2021, is primed for a mu...
Basscon Wasteland 2022: Set Times, COVID-19 Guidelines and Everything Else You Need to Know
It’s been nearly two years since Basscon‘s last Wasteland festival, and now the hardstyle spectacular is back bigger than ever. After previously hosting the event at the Hollywood Palladium, Wasteland is now taking place at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino on Friday, February 25th and Saturday, February 26th. EDM.com is here to help you navigate through the festival’s various policies and provide you with all the relevant info you need to know to have a smooth festival, including the event’s COVID-19 policies, traveling, artist schedules and more. For those who still need to secure their passes, you can purchase last minute tickets here. Basscon Presents Wasteland 2022 at The NOS Events Center VENUE AND HOURS Wasteland is an 18+ event and a valid ID is ...
Diamonds In the Rough: Get to Know the Hidden Gems of the 2022 Gem & Jam Music Festival
Under the swaying palm trees of Tucson, Arizona, Gem & Jam Music Festival shined through its 14th anniversary the first weekend of February. The music, visual arts, and gem and mineral festival has been known to be a warm escape from much of the country’s frigid winter weather, but over 6,000 attendees endured an unusual desert storm that sent chilling temps and blistering winds for the first two days. Thankfully, each day brought over 14 hours of live music, mindful workshops, and sparkly gemstones to keep attendees busy and bustling. While headlining sets by Lotus, Liquid Stranger, Claude VonStroke, STS9 and more represented Gem & Jam’s timeless 14-carat diamonds, the festival also booked many promising, unheralded artists to rock its stages. ...
Eric Prydz, Swedish House Mafia, Excision and ILLENIUM to Headline îLESONIQ 2022
The organizers of îLESONIQ have pulled out all the stops for the 2022 edition of the Montreal music festival, announcing a monster lineup. Headlining this year’s fest are Eric Prydz, Swedish House Mafia, ILLENIUM and Excision, and the latter two are joining forces for a high-profile B2B set. The lineup also features house music favorites FISHER, Dom Dolla, Lane 8, Dombresky, and Tchami, as well as progressive house legend John Digweed. îLESONIQ didn’t forget about the bass music community. Zomboy, Ganja White Night, Subtronics, Riot Ten, Virtual Riot, and many more are primed for neck-breaking performances throughout the three-day festival. While îLESONIQ features an EDM-heavy lineup, organizers also booked a few hip-hop heavyweights. Gunna and French Montana wil...
Coachella Drops All Covid-Related Restrictions and Vaccination Requirements
You won’t see masks at this year’s onslaught of social media selfies from Coachella. The organizers of the legendary Indio music and arts festival have revealed the removal of all Covid-related restrictions, including no vaccination or testing requirements. The update arrives four months after the festival’s producer, Goldenvoice, relaxed its vaccination requirements, allowing entry with proof of the jab or a negative test within 72 hours. Considering Coachella’s reputation as a bellwether and the event’s impact on the California economy, the move has the feel of a watershed moment for music festivals. The update aligns with new guidance issued by the California Department of Public Health, which announced that vaccination proof will no longer be req...
