As festival season continues, a hydro pack is essential for any seasoned festival-goer, but is yours Insomniac approved? Insomniac recently updated their bag policy that will go into effect at Escape Halloween. Knowing the policy which will ensure a smooth entry at the festival gates and enhance your overall experience.
It’s yet to be seen if this policy will extend to all Insomniac festivals, but for now, staying compliant will help you skip a headache. Don’t let this simple detail hinder your enjoyment. Remember to stay safe and, most importantly, stay hydrated!
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Spooky season is upon us and ravers around the world know that means Halloween’s biggest festival is also here! Escape Halloween returns to NOS Event Center this October 25 and 26 with a brand new layout and a Boiler Room stage. With huge names like Illenium, Afroki (Afrojack B2B Steve Aoki), Seven Lions and Ludacris gracing the stages this year, it is easy to miss some amazing rising artists on the schedule. We have you covered. Circle the names below and arrive early to avoid missing who may become your new favorite artist.
Friday, October 25
Day 1 comes in hot with huge names like Illenium, Wooli, Lady Faith, and FatboySlim. While these heavyweights are sure to rock the stage, there are two lesser-known acts that you cannot miss earlier in the day.
The first artist, Emorfik, is based out of New York and has been going hard in the bass scene lately. He busted onto the scene with heavy set after heavy set, earning slots at festivals like Lost Lands and EDC. His song with Riot Ten, “Tekno Music” has almost 500,000 streams on Spotify and dropped his latest album, Project Containment, in September. If you like heavy bass in your face, Emorfik is a great way to get your Escape 2024 started.
The second artist we want to highlight comes all the way from Amsterdam and goes by the name of Prunk. Prunk has been DJ’ing for over 10 years, playing gigs around the world with Brazil (D.EDGE, São Paulo) and Bali (Jenja) being two of his main features. His relaxed attitude towards his DJ’ing plus his infectious vibe in the booth make him stand out from all his peers. His songs “Drive” and “Keep It Simple” are major vibes. Make sure you don’t miss Prunk to get your Day 1 off to a groovy start.
Saturday, October 26
Day 2’s lineup is also no joke! With sets from Adventure Club, James Hype, and Lil Texas, it is easy to get overexcited and overlook other acts. Lucky for you we didn’t. Be sure not to miss these next two artists!
If you don’t know this name yet, you will. Hamdi took off with the release of “Shanka” in 2022 and “Push” featuring Skrillex earlier this year. Hamdi brings his unique UK style and genre-blending of dubstep, UKG, and grime to all his sets, leaving the crowd thinking, “What is he going to do next?” If you are a fan of genre-bending music and bass you will not want to miss Hamdi.
The next artist on Saturday you don’t want to miss is a local based in San Diego, CA. Rainedrop gained recognition for organizing events called AFTERHOURS SD, which played a huge role in his career and music trajectory. He is poised to break into the hard techno and dubstep scene, evident by his bangers “Head Drop” and “Whatchu Know.” Don’t miss him breaking necks to start off Day 2.
With Escape Halloween around the corner, it’s only a matter of time until set times are released. When they are, be sure to star the artists we have mentioned along with any other personal favorites. If you haven’t bought your ticket for Escape yet, there are still GA, GA+, and VIP tickets available here. Remember to drink water, be nice to everyone, and have an epic Halloween!
Excitement boils as a week from now, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park will be transformed into a mystical wonderland of eerie sights and supernatural sounds. Hulaween 2024 is set to deliver another unforgettable weekend filled with an eclectic mix of prominent heavyweights and rising stars. As you get ready to break out your spookiest costumes and dance through the haunted forests, we’ve conjured up a list of undercard acts that are to die for! From bass wizards to groove goblins, these artists will thrill with their unique sound and dynamic energy. Whether you’re looking to discover fresh talent or dive deeper into the festival’s musical diversity, make sure to check out these enchanting performances.
Hulaween – Courtesy of Tara Gracer
Thursday — October 24
This lineup is so unbelievably stacked that it’s almost criminal for many of these artists to be considered undercards. For starters, UK house producer Riordan just earned a spot on the Top 101 Producers of 2024 list. On the back of his North American debut tour, he will surely electrify the DEF OFF LIMITS stage with his innovative approach to tech house, minimal house, and garage. Another UK producer rocking the DEF stage is rising female star Oppidan. Her production style mixing garage, jungle, and grime has brought her international acclaim, recently completing her North America tour that featured sets at Hard Summer and ARC Festival. From this side of the pond, Chicago’s beloved bass trio Levity continues its meteoric rise after playing what seems like every major festival this year including Lost Lands and Wakaan. The young bass music pioneers known for a blend of nostalgic remixes and melodic drops will bring their unmatched stage presence to the Hallows stage. Multi-instrumental bass producer A Hundred Drums will hex the Hallows stage with her dark rhythms influenced by UK dubstep, reggae, downtempo, and psytrance. Having played on the biggest stages including Electric Forest, Wakaan Festival, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and the Brooklyn Mirage, she is no stranger to the limelight.
Riordan
Friday — October 25
Be sure not to miss Taiki Nulight‘s 11:40 PM masterclass on the OFF LIMITS stage. A specter defying the conventional, this UK savant has toured the globe stamping his mark on bass, garage, and house music worldwide. Self-taught producer Maddy O’Neal will grace the Amphitheatre with her electro-soul-inspired bass bangers that earned her supporting roles for big names like Pretty Lights, Griz, Clozee, and Liquid Stranger. Experience the ethereal soundscapes and gritty basslines that have seen her booked for 90+ shows a year including major festivals Coachella, Lollapalooza, Electric Forest, and more! Back on the OFF LIMITS stage, MPH will get skeletons jumping with his versatile releases on Night Bass, Spinnin’ Records, Deadbeats, and more. Now on a world tour spanning the UK, Italy, US, Australia, New Zealand, China, Thailand, and Japan, this producer is leading the new wave of UK garage with support from industry luminaries Skream, Disclosure, Chris Lorenzo, and Chris Lake. Identical twin bass duo MZG return to their home state to light up the Amphitheatre with their infectious blend of dubstep, house, trap and hip-hop. With a resume boasting support for artists like Griz, Herobust, Troyboi, and Manic Focus, these guys are guaranteed to spark the dancefloor.
Taiki Nulight
Saturday — October 26
Set your alarms because the Amphitheatre is getting really funky, really fast when The Sponges kick things off with a jiggy jamboree at 2 PM. The duo will surely “Make It Juicy” with their playful disco house and charged psychedelic basslines that have earned them spots on festival lineups like Burning Man, Shambhala, and Elements Festival. Saturday is truly loaded with talent, but one set everyone should circle on their schedule is the collaboration made in house music heaven—Justin Jay B2B Nala at OFF LIMITS. This is a powerhouse collision with Dirtybird roots as Claude VonStroke’s esteemed label launched Justin Jay’s career from his freshman dorm in 2011 and helped Nala blossom into a budding star since 2020. The DEF team is blessing us with a darker shade of house and techno later that night with a set from Chicago’s surging Azzecca. With releases on Diplo’s Higher Ground, Gorgon City’s REALM records, and numerous festival appearances, this thriving star-in-the-making has the chops to deliver an exceptional performance. That’s not all, prepare for the Spirit Lake stage to become a haven for love, unity, and empowerment when Afro-house tastemaker &friends casts a spell on the dancefloor. Since the project’s debut in 2022, it has seen overwhelming support from industry giants around the world and electrified crowds at Coachella, SXM Festival, and Goldrush.
The frights won’t let up when monstrous producer, podcaster, and Grammy-nominated songwriter Will Clarke incinerates the DEF OFF LIMITS stage with his immediately recognizable anthems. Hulaweenies are in for a treat as the house, techno, and electronica heavyweight will perform one of his last DJ sets before embarking on his highly anticipated live tour, the ‘Midnight Mass Experience.’ DEF will also showcase the San Diego-bred GUDFELLA, a Philippine producer pushing the boundaries of electronic music. With releases featuring Tiesto, Disco Lines, and Bipolar Sunshine, the flourishing artist will surely scare up a party. Multifaceted talent AK Renny will resurrect your dancing demons with her bass house-heavy sound. The innovating producer, rapper, and songwriter from Jacksonville, FL will invigorate the Amphitheatre with her booming tracks from labels like Night Bass, Solotoko, and House Calls. Following her set is German feel-good producer BUNT. who prepares to embark on his ‘IN THE ROUND’ world tour. His electronic folk music channels his inspirations Avicii, Calvin Harris, and Basement Jaxx.
Will Clarke
With so many incredible artists, Hulaween 2024 promises a spine-tingling mix of sounds that will satiate every appetite. Whether you’re a fan of crunching bass drops, funky grooves, or blood-pumping rhythms, these sets will be awe-inspiring. So grab your costume and trade your treats for beats as you dance your way through a spooktacular weekend!
Summon your best witches and warlocks, we are officially three weeks away from the Magic City’s iconic Halloween festival, Hocus Pocus. Miami’s prominent Link Miami Rebels assure an electrifying assortment of frights and delights at the highly anticipated fourth edition set to run from October 31 to November 2, 2024. The illustrious Factory Town will be transformed into an enchanting three-night immersive experience for dance music lovers to get down from sunset to sunrise. With 12 hours of non-stop music from 7 PM to 7 AM each day, Hocus Pocus is the place for those looking to embrace the spooky season while losing themselves in world-class beats.
Spellbinding Lineup: 75+ DJs from Around the World
The 2024 edition of Hocus Pocus boasts a lineup that will leave house and techno fans entranced. Headlining the event are some of the biggest names in electronic music, including techno trailblazer Carl Craig, the ever-magnetic Charlotte De Witte, house music maestro Jamie Jones, and the soulful Moodymann. Joining them are the crowd-favorite duo The Martinez Brothers, Ukrain’s melodic techno heavyweights Artbat, Scottish dance duo LF System, and the UK techno titan Eli Brown. The list of notable international acts goes on with Australian progressive star Cassian, Siberia’s energetic Nina Kraviz, high-octane Polish producer VTSS, Berlin’s Patrick Mason, Spanish underground titan Dennis Cruz, and the West African Amémé. The stacked lineup covers a diverse range of genres and features many rising stars in the scene including Ben Sterling, Chasewest, Odd Mob, Ky William, Tiffy Vera, and Wakyin. With over 75 DJs on the bill, attendees will be treated to a spellbinding selection of pulsating rhythms across four stages.
Daily Lineup Courtesy of Hocus Pocus
Enter the “NIGHTMARE” Haunted Warehouse
While the music lineup is sure to get your heart racing, Hocus Pocus 2024 has more tricks up its sleeve. The festival will unveil its chilling new attraction, the “NIGHTMARE” Haunted Warehouse. The Link Miami Rebels team went the extra mile, hiring a renowned horror film director to design the feature. This eerie experience promises to blur the lines between reality and the supernatural. Bearing the haunting tagline, “If you think you’re alive, you’re dreaming,” the experience invites attendees to venture through dark, twisted corridors where every shadow hides a terrifying surprise. Prepare to have your deepest fears brought to life in this one-of-a-kind haunted house.
Hocus Pocus has quickly become Miami’s most anticipated Halloween event, drawing in thousands of festival-goers each year with its unique combination of music, immersive attractions, and unforgettable atmosphere. With four stages and a spine-tingling haunted warehouse, the 2024 edition promises to be bigger and better than ever. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic—tickets are available here. For the latest updates and announcements, follow Hocus Pocus using the links below, and prepare for a Halloween weekend you’ll never forget!
“Where princesses and ghouls meet. For one lovely purpose. To dance all night on their feet.”
We ventured into the heart of the Arizona desert, descending upon the hallowed grounds of the Phoenix Raceway for the 2024 Gold Rush Festival. This annual pilgrimage promised a journey into the realm of electronic dance music, and it delivered.
The festival grounds were transformed into a futuristic oasis, where electronic beats reigned supreme. With 5 impressive stages, mind-bending visuals, and earth-shattering sound systems this year’s setup was an immersive experience. Each stage had its own unique design (my favorite was the main stage dice design; something I had never seen before), and the different areas of each stage provided attendees the opportunity to change their surroundings multiple times and keep things fresh. The crowd brought the energy like usual. All the cowgirls and cowboys could be heard for miles. Despite the immense scale of the festival, the organizers ensured a smooth experience with efficient crowd control and ample amenities.
The lineup was an assembly of EDM’s brightest stars, including headliners Alesso, The Chainsmokers, Slander, Ganja White Night and more! With such a vast amount of talent across the venue, you could explore and stumble upon a new set without missing a beat.
Gold Rush 2024 was a testament to the power of electronic music to bring people together. The unforgettable performances, the stunning visuals, and the electric atmosphere made for a truly unforgettable experience. As we emerge from the desert haze, we’re already counting down the days until the next Gold Rush.
BLNK CNVS is bringing the party to Nashville this New Year’s Eve with its highly anticipated two-day event, “To The Future,” taking place December 30-31 at the Nashville Fairgrounds. A leading event production company based in Miami, Florida, BLNK CNVS has trailblazed the electronic music scene since 2017, delivering unforgettable experiences throughout the Southeast USA. Building on its successful expansion to the Nashville music scene, BLNK CNVS is taking things to the next level, bringing the beats and top-notch production to Tennessee. With a stacked lineup already revealed, BLNK CNVS is set to make this New Year’s celebration one to remember!
“We could not be more excited to bring our warehouse parties to Nashville,” said Paul Reed, Co-Founder of BLNK CNVS. “We have been curating these epic warehouse parties in Miami for a few years now and it’s time to share that with Nashville.”
“To The Future” dropped its debut lineup featuring some of the biggest names in electronic music. Ganja White Night and Wooli are headlining the two-night party, alongside other major acts such as Apashe and Trivecta. The lineup also includes a stacked set of underground support artists, including Chee, Ivy Lab (DNB set), Mary Droppinz, Meduso, Smoakland, YDG, and Zen Selekta.
“We have been manifesting this event for a couple of years now so we’re all very excited to see it finally come to fruition,” said Cameron Inniss, Talent Buyer at BLNK CNVS. “This project was always something that we didn’t want to rush as there are so many minor details that go into producing an event like this. We also wanted to make sure we were able to bring some of the best talent that electronic music had to offer for our first warehouse style event in Nashville. This market seems to be growing every week and has honestly exceeded our expectations so we felt this was the perfect time to push some boundaries and launch a new innovative brand for NYE. We can’t wait to share with everyone what we have in store.”
BLNK CNVS has been making waves in the electronic music scene, known for its dynamic events and consistently delivering unforgettable performances. BLNK CNVS played a major role in Miami Music Week 2024, hosting over 35 shows, featuring top-tier artists like Martin Garrix and Kaskade. The company is expanding its presence beyond Miami through partnerships in Orlando and Jacksonville, continuing to deliver world-class entertainment experiences. Follow along using the links below! Tickets here.
Colorado’s biggest New Year’s Eve party, Decadence, announced its 2024 lineup last week via social media. Decadence will take place at the Colorado Convention Center over two days on December 30th and 31st.
Decadence was started by Global Dance in Denver in 2011 as a one night event. It didn’t become a two night festival until 2013, and eventually branched out to Arizona in 2014. After twelve years, it is now one of the largest New Year’s Eve celebrations in the United States.
This year’s lineup features a few massive B2B sets including Illenuim B2B Slander, Meduza B2B James Hype, and Tchami X Malaa’s No Redemption. House and Bass music are the main genres that are represented this year. For the House fans, Chris Lake, Wax Motif, Tiesto, Elderbrook, and Morten will keep attendees moving all night. Denver is the bass music capital of the world, so Decadence had to book some heavy hitters. Excision, Subtronics, Liquid Stranger, Zeds Dead, Ganja White Night, Seven Lions, Rezz, and Black Tiger Sex Machine will be providing the wubs and bass.
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The lineup by day is listed below:
Monday, December 30th (in alphabetical order): Black Tiger Sex Machine, Chris Lake, Excision, ISOxo, Liquid Stranger, Seven Lions, The Glitch Mob, Tiësto, Wax Motif, William Black, Zeds Dead
Tuesday, December 31st (in alphabetical order):
Apashe, Elderbrook (DJ Set), Ganja White Night, ILLENIUM b2b Slander, Meduza b2b James Hype, Morten, No Redemption (Tchami x Malaa), REZZ, Skepsis, Subtronics, Wreckno
Decadence is an 18+ event and all attendees will need a valid ID to enter. General Admission and VIP tickets for one or both days are on sale now. Don’t wait if you want to attend, tickets are already on the final tier! Single-day GA tickets are $179 plus fees, and VIP tickets are $239. Two-day GA tickets are $279 plus fees and VIP tickets are $359. Payment plans of four payments are available until October 14th. Follow Decadence using the social media links below to stay up to date with the latest news about the festival.
Lost Lands, often hailed as the Disneyland of dubstep in the bass community, lived up to its reputation this year with a touch of magic! The festival saw noticeable upgrades, from enhanced campsites to the introduction of a brand-new 360-degree stage, leaving bass heads in awe.
Highlights:
The Crater Stage – As 360-degree stages and Boiler Room-style setups have grown in popularity, it was only a matter of time before Lost Lands joined the trend. When the Crater stage was announced, there was initial skepticism about how it would handle large crowds. However, those doubts quickly vanished after its first live appearance this year. With multiple entrances and a rotating DJ booth in the center, every attendee enjoyed an intimate, front-row experience, no matter where they stood.
The real magic came at night. As the lasers shot through the sky, it felt like a galactic battle straight out of Star Wars. Each drop reverberated through the crowd, eliciting gasps and cheers as the crowd gazed up in awe.
Photo credit: @Luisdcolato
The Tunnel – With 40,000 people transitioning between the campsite and the festival grounds, moving the masses is no small feat. The addition of the tunnel was a game changer, providing a smooth, stress-free transition into the festival. No more waiting for traffic or cramming together on a scaffold overpass—the addition of this vibrant tunnel will be appreciated in Legend Valley for years to come.
The Music – Lost Lands wouldn’t be complete without four days of face-melting, head-banging bass. From the moment the gates opened at the main stage until the sunrise at the silent disco, the energy never wavered. Early sets by UsayBflow, Levity, Sanzu, VKTM, and Emorfik were relentless, pushing the sound systems to their limits and putting attendee earplugs to the test!
Legendary back-to-backs lit up the weekend, from a house set by Wooli, Svdden Death, and Subtronics to a filthy riddim showdown with Hamro, Sqishi, and BLVNKSPVCE. Smoakland and Sippy’s wompy hour and a day-four closing set by the undisputed kings Wooli and Excision wrapped up a weekend of pure bass heaven.
Photo credit: @Divisuals
Bummers:
THE DUST– A little bit of dirt and dust is unavoidable at most music festivals, but this year’s conditions were truly brutal. Ohio’s summer drought meant thick clouds of dirt followed festival-goers everywhere, turning mosh pits into mini sandstorms. Even with masks or pashminas, the dust found its way into every breath.
No Pyro – A last-minute fire ban by local authorities put a damper on one of the festival’s signature elements—pyrotechnics. No gas stoves, lighters, or fireworks were allowed, leaving stages without their usual bursts of flames. However, the production team made up for it with extra lasers, CO2 cannons, and nightly drone shows, keeping the energy alive.
Final Thoughts:
Excision and his team deserve major credit for pulling off a safe and exhilarating Lost Lands despite the challenges. From the prehistoric vibe to the community energy, Lost Lands 2024 was both gnarly and breathtaking, and fans are already counting down the days until 2025!
