Music festivals
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...
UNTOLD Festival Reveals Massive Phase 1 Lineup With Kygo, David Guetta, Above & Beyond, More
After the reveal of UNTOLD Festival‘s first wave of 2022 artists, one thing certainly won’t be left untold: this year’s event could be the biggest yet. The Romanian festival is one of Europe’s most beloved, inviting approximately 300,000 fans annually to the city of Cluj-Napoca for a celebration of electronic dance music music culture. UNTOLD was also one of the only major European music festivals to take place in 2021 during the pandemic, bouncing back with a momentous edition featuring a slew of major artists in techno and house music. And this year is no different. The 2022 UNTOLD Festival, dubbed “Untold Chapter VII,” promises another stellar lineup. Organizers have now revealed the first phase of artists, announcing a formidable Mainstage lineup of ...
Eric Prydz, Martin Garrix, More to Perform at Tomorrowland 2022: See the Massive Full Lineup
Ahead of a historic edition of Tomorrowland, organizers have released a jaw-dropping list of artists to perform at the festival’s first-ever edition over three consecutive weekends. Tomorrowland today unveiled its massive 2022 lineup via a poster with more fine print than a car warranty. And after the long-awaited reveal, the question isn’t, “Who’s on the lineup?” but, “Who isn’t?” Tomorrowland. Anosov1505/Wikimedia Commons With over 600 artists, this year’s lineup is undoubtedly the biggest in Tomorrowland history. Eric Prydz, Martin Garrix, Marshmello, Charlotte de Witte, FISHER, Amelie Lens, Armin van Buuren, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Nicky Romero, Above & Beyond and many, many more are set to grace the stages of the Belgian...
Rolling Stone Acquires Majority Stake In Las Vegas’ Life Is Beautiful Music Festival
After forging a decade of memories, Life Is Beautiful music festival will begin its next chapter with new direction and ownership. Rolling Stone has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the downtown Las Vegas-based festival. Founded in 2013 by the late Tony Hsieh, former CEO of Zappos, Life Is Beautiful has been a boon to downtown Las Vegas. Most recently, the festival attracted over 170,000 attendees in 2021 with headliners such as Billie Eilish, Green Day, and Tame Impala. Per The Hollywood Reporter, the event has netted $350 million in aggregate revenue since its founding. Rolling Stone and their parent company, Penske Media Corporation, reportedly have plans to develop a broader market footprint for Life Is Beautiful, though the festival property’s fl...
Splash House Expands to Three Weekends of Sun-Soaked Action In 2022
While much of the country is currently shoveling their driveways and defrosting their windshields, it’s hard to believe pool season is right around the corner. Luckily, Splash House‘s latest announcements serve as a timely reminder that brighter days are ahead. Better still, the Palm Springs based event is expanding to three weekends of action in 2022. Sprawling across three resort grounds, Splash House takes the party poolside with multiple stage setups. Pour out some frozen cocktails in Margaritaville, a resort that encapsulates a uniquely tropical feel with luxury furnishings and amenities. Take your pick of a mountain facing or pool facing view at the colorful Saguaro hotel, where dancing on the balcony is standard practice. Alternatively, the Renaissance resort prope...
Zeds Dead, NGHTMRE, More to Perform at Summer Camp Music Festival 2022
Summer Camp Music Festival has something for everyone on this year’s lineup. After a dazzling 20th anniversary outing, the minds behind the beloved Illinois festival are looking to make an even bigger splash in 2022. With dubstep, hip-hop, jam bands, experimental electronic music and more, Summer Camp’s 2022 lineup is an eclectic celebration of live music. As shown in the embedded lineup, Summer Camp Music Festival 2022 will feature headline performances from Zeds Dead, NGHTMRE, Liquid Stranger, STS9, Smashing Pumpkins, as well as three days of jamming from Umphrey’s McGee and moe. Set to join are Moore Kismet, Malaa, 1788-L, BLVK JVCK, Wreckno, A Hundred Drums, Dirt Monkey, Jantsen and many more. The 21st chapter of Summer Camp Music Festival is scheduled for May 27-29, ...
Detroit’s Legendary Movement Music Festival Reveals 2022 Headliners
After announcing their comeback late last year, the organizers of Detroit’s legendary Movement Music Festival have revealed the event’s 2022 headliners. Though this is only a small glimpse of what’s to come, it’s a spectacular lineup so far. Nina Kraviz, Seth Troxler, Anfisa Letyago, Adam Beyer, The Blessed Madonna, Richie Hawtin, Claude VonStroke, and more were among the first to be announced. Fans can also look forward to collaborative DJ sets from the likes of Eris Drew and Octo Octa as well as Goldie and LTJ Bukem. Check out the full reveal below. Movement Festival Lineup Teaser Movement (via Facebook) Recommended Articles Detroit’s Movement Festival has long been a haven for all things four-on-the-floor. Since 2020, however, the fabled techno and ho...
Coachella Is Selling Lifetime Music Festival Passes As NFTs
It was only a matter of time: Coachella has officially hopped on the NFT train. Via a partnership FTX US, a massive collection of 11,010 NFTs is slated to hit Coachella’s environmentally friendly marketplace on the Solana blockchain this Friday, February 4th, at 10AM PT (1PM ET). The drop’s crown jewel is the “Coachella Keys Collection,” which consists of 10 NFTs that grant each owner lifetime access to the fabled music and arts festival. Each of these unique collectibles also unlock specific luxury experiences for the 2022 fest, like prime viewing access at the electronic dance music-focused Sahara Tent to a private party on the Coachella grounds. Naturally, there’s also an “Infinity Key” offering its owner a combination of lifetime gu...
Dancefestopia Unveils Huge Lineup for 10-Year Anniversary Music Festival
The journey to Dancefestopia 2022 is officially underway. The organizers of the Kansas City music festival have announced the first wave of artists to perform in 2022, celebrating the fest’s 10-year anniversary from September 8th to 11th. You can purchase tickets to Dancefestopia 2022 here starting at $199 for three-day general admission. Payment plans are also available. Dancefestopia is set to kick off on Thursday with an official pre-party hosted by Seven Lions and his Ophelia Records imprint. This is no ordinary pre-party though, as the first night is chock full of performances and will run until 5AM. In fact, programming runs until 7AM daily. The beloved festival will feature over 200 music and visual artists, four stages, world-class production, and six nights of...
