This weekend, Florida’s biggest electronic music festival EDC Orlando is revving up to blow everyone away with its unmatched production and stacked lineup. We know that heavy-hitting names like John Summit, Carl Cox, and Ganja White Night will draw crowds and deliver, but this carnival of sound begins at 1 PM daily and there is much more to explore. Attendees arriving to the grounds early have a chance to get a lay of the land, check out the breathtaking installations, and experience more intimate performances before the crowd grows too large. You never know which emerging talent will become the next gem. Don’t forget to set your alarms because you won’t want to miss these three earthshaking artists.
YDG – Friday, November 8
Underground bass powerhouse YDG is on a tear, captivating audiences with a sound that combines dubstep with experimental bass. This year, he’s appeared at major festivals like Beyond Wonderland, Goldrush, and Apocalypse where his energy-driven performances got crowds jumping with standout tracks like his recent single “Diamond.” YDG’s career has been propelled by his enormously popular remixes of It’s Murph’s “Down Low” and John Summit’s “Go Back”, bass-heavy renditions of house anthems that resonated throughout the summer at multiple festivals. EDC Orlando attendees should definitely catch his 2:10 PM set at CircuitGROUNDS to experience this superstar in the making before the day’s crowds pour in.
DRINKURWATER – November 9
Known for his “wet” bass-heavy beats, DRINKURWATER has been carving a unique space in the electronic scene this year, earning buzz with festival sets at the largest bass festivals across the US including Lost Lands, Wakaan and Bass Canyon. The Atlanta-based producer broke onto the scene in 2019 with “OH F*CK,” a collaboration with Rated R, and has been rising ever since. His latest standout single, “BODIES,” blends bass house with psychedelic influences, taking listeners on a wild, energetic ride. With a debut headlining tour underway and explosive performances, it is the perfect opportunity to get hydrated and experience DRINKURWATER’s boundary-pushing style at CircuitGROUNDS stage at 2:55 PM.
Mary Droppinz – November 10
A fresh and exciting name in bass music, Mary Droppinz has been making waves with her dark, heavy beats and signature vocals. She is currently touring the country, playing on enormous stages like Escape Halloween and EDSea. Her sounds of the underground span everything from UKG to acid bass lines to deep wubs. Tracks like “Yummy Gummy” and “La Discoteca,” her collab with BIIANCO and My Name Is Alex, have solidified her as one to watch, with her high-energy sets sure to light up the crowd. Get there early to experience her hypnotic basslines and powerful performance on the CircuitGROUNDS stage at 2:55!
Arriving early at EDC Orlando gives you the chance to discover rising stars like YDG, DRINKURWATER, and Mary Droppinz before the crowds pour in. These talented artists bring fresh sounds to the festival, offering intimate performances that promise to leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss the chance to experience their sets up close and be part of their journey as they rise to the top of the electronic music scene. The early bird does indeed get the wubs!
