Liquid Stranger’s Wakaan Music Festival is back for its fourth year, promising an electrifying experience with a stellar 2024 lineup. Wakaan returns to Mulberry Mountain in Ozark, Arkansas, from September 26-29, 2024. This year’s event is set to be a standout festival in the electronic music scene, featuring headliners such as Subtronics, Zeds Dead, Of The Trees, and Boogie T.
The Wakaan 2024 lineup features both renowned artists and emerging talents, including A Hundred Drums, Daily Bread, Chmura, Evalution, GorillaT, Jantsen, Levity, Lumasi, Ravenscoon, Flozone, Rusko, Saka, Ternion Sound, and The Widdler. The festival will also showcase exciting collaborations from several artists, such as Drinkurwater B2B Hairitage, Flora (Jordnmoody B2B Ujuu), G-Rex B2B Sully, Gunpoint B2B OkayJake, Subdocta B2B Zeke Beats, and Zeds Dead B2B Liquid Stranger.
Tickets are currently on sale on Wakaan’s website, with options for three-day general admission, Silver VIP, and Gold VIP passes. Silver and Gold VIP tickets are nearly sold out, so act fast! Early entry add-ons are available for those who want to enjoy the pre-party. Camping options include Car Pass, Primitive RV, RV Powered and Water, Shaded Camping, Glamping, and Premium Camping.
For more information on tickets, the lineup, and all things Wakaan, check out the links below!
Get ready to groove this Labor Day weekend at the iconic North Coast Music Festival! From August 30 – September 1, 2024, SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, will transform into a haven for dance music lovers. Celebrating its 14th edition, the festival promises a weekend packed with heart-pounding sets, captivating art installations, and unforgettable experiences.
Headliners Galore
North Coast boasts a lineup brimming with heavyweight talent. Massive names like DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal!), Illenium, Seven Lions, Above & Beyond, and Alan Walker are just a few names on the stacked bill. Get ready to mosh to bass-heavy anthems by Subtronics, Sullivan King, G Jones, and Dab the Sky (Dabin b2b Said the Sky), while melodic bass maestros like CloZee & LSDREAM’s project LSZEE will have you swaying.
Stage Takeovers and Hidden Delights
North Coast Music Festival offers a diverse range of experiences that go beyond the main stages. The Shipyard stage, for instance, returns with exciting takeovers by Confession label (featuring Tchami & Malaa’s NO REDEMPTION) and Brownies & Lemonade (with headliners ISOKNOCK and special guest Chase & Status). Feeling drained? Escape to The Chill Dome, a haven of air-conditioned comfort with downtempo beats and yoga sessions. Groove to fire-infused sets at Incendia’s Fire Pit Stage, or explore the NCMF Yacht Club, a unique boat bar in the crowd.
More Than Just Music
North Coast extends beyond the music. Channel your inner detective and embark on a quest to discover Club Coast, a speakeasy that attendees can find through clues released on the festival’s app. Take your festival experience to new heights with a ride on the Ferris Wheel, which is included for VIP and Platinum VIP ticket holders.
Immerse yourself in large-scale art installations, indulge in delicious food and drinks from vendors, and browse unique merchandise. Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or a curious newbie, North Coast promises an unforgettable Labor Day weekend filled with music, art, and community.
Tickets and More Information
Ready to experience North Coast Music Festival? Single-day and three-day passes are available for purchase. Check out the festival’s official website and app for the latest lineup updates, set times, afterparty information, and those daily Club Coast clues! Get ready to set your Labor Day weekend ablaze at North Coast Music Festival!
Shaquille O’Neal is more than just a four-time NBA champion and three-time NBA Finals MVP. While retired from the court, he stays busy as a sports analyst, and during the offseason, his dubstep alter ego, DJ Diesel, takes center stage. With the basketball season over, it’s time to Hack-a-Shaq in the mosh pit.
DJ Diesel is locked in and touring Europe and North America with his “Shaq’s Summer of Bass 2K24” tour. Just as Shaq was a beast on the court, his mosh pits are equally intense, with heavy-hitting dubstep sets that have become legendary. Don’t be fooled by his big, friendly persona. In one of his mosh pits, the rule is there are no rules. Fans will bang heads, throw elbows, and break necks — all in the name of bass.
Prepare for an extraordinary experience as DJ Diesel brings the heat with his explosive dubstep tour! Stay tuned to Moon Lvnding for more EDM community updates and coverage.
Hardwell addressed the crowd during his set at SAGA Festival, criticizing the production staff and ultimately canceling his performance. The world-renowned Dutch DJ stated, “They didn’t pay me any f***ing money to be here tonight, but I’m still here. I’m still here.” Due to equipment malfunctions that made it impossible for him to perform, Hardwell apologized and decided to cancel his set.
⚠️ HARDWELL canceled his show at SAGA Festival right now due to the festival's terrible production team. pic.twitter.com/e2DrIRFoRK
Following Hardwell’s expression of frustration, SAGA Festival issued a counter-statement on social media:
“Well, Hardwell, we’re sorry that Rita Ora, Sickick, Loreen and all the DJs on five other stages got to play on the first day of SAGA and you didn’t. The equipment traveled all the way from the Netherlands, just like you. The same set seems to be working perfectly fine for Will Sparks right now.”
SAGA’s response goes on to state how it has worked tirelessly to curate a special year for both artists and ravers:
“We would’ve solved any technical issues effortlessly and fast, if you would’ve let us and not stopped your set so soon. We’ve done all we could to accommodate your requests, including agreed payments. We’re sorry to (y)our fans. They would have loved to finally watch you perform in Bucharest. Nothing but love, and we wish you well.”
You can read the entire response below:
While the specifics of the incident remain unclear, Hardwell continues to receive support and love from his fans. One fan commented, “You have to be really really REALLY pissed & fed up to publicly say those things. Good on him, hope he gets paid elsewhere.” Another fan wrote, “You know you messed up when Hardwell is pissed…Never seen him this upset.” Fans also pointed out that a characteristic of Hardwell’s sets involves live mixing, speculating that this could have contributed to other performers playing without issue.
Despite the controversy, the event organizers highlighted that all other artists performed without problems. The incident at SAGA Festival has left the community buzzing, eager to see how Hardwell and the festival will move forward from this unexpected turn.
Stay tuned to Moon Lvnding for more EDM coverage and community updates.
Big Dub hosts its 15th annual festival from July 23 – 28 in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. With its blend of music, culture, and community, the picturesque setting provides a perfect backdrop for the high-energy festivities that unfold over the long weekend.
This year’s lineup showcases big names such as Levity, LEVEL UP, Gorilla T, Ravenscoon, Arizona-based artist Drinkurwater and so many more. Even the food lineup brings familiar names we cannot get enough of like Naders, Sassy Wraps, Humpty’s Dumplings, and other treats sure to treat your tastebuds.
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The natural surroundings of Four Quarters InterFaith Sanctuary play a crucial role in shaping the Big Dub experience. Attendees can reconnect with nature by hiking through lush trails during the day or stargazing at night. This synergy between music and nature enhances the festival’s appeal, offering moments of tranquility amid the lively festivities.
A fresh addition for 2024 that’s sure to send the bass tingling through your bones is the new 360-degree stage at Hemlock Hole, with a Danley Sound System. these premium speakers will be pumping out bass into the late hours of the night.
Big Dub is more than just a music festival. It is a community-driven event where like-minded individuals come together to celebrate their love for EDM and forge lasting connections. The spirit of togetherness permeates the festival, from campsite gatherings to afterparties under the stars. Attendees often describe Big Dub as a place where they feel free to express themselves, away from the constraints of daily life.
A favorite part of the festival is the theme days, and this year’s themes are Cosplay Day, Friday Night Fever, and Into The Wild. Each theme also has special pop-up events throughout the festival grounds to come together for memories of a lifetime. From workshops and seminars to nightly drum circles and sunrise yoga, the variety of activities promises something for everyone at Big Dub Festival.
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Leading up to the festival, The Road To Big Dub kicks the party off early with events starting July 4th weekend in Harrisburg, PA, and Baltimore, MD. Tickets for the festival are 95% sold out, so act now to purchase one starting from $79. Get amped for all the bass in the mountains with the official Big Dub 2024 Spotify playlist and stay connected with the festival using the socials linked below!
Tuscon’s DUSK Music Festival invades the urban streets this November, welcomed back with loving arms. Returning for its 8th exhilarating year, this all-aged, fan-favorite heads back to Jácome Plaza from Nov. 9-10 with one of its most eclectic lineups yet. Rio Nuevo, a group that strives to reanimate downtown Tuscon, partners with Relentless Beats to provide a unique and intimate experience for festivalgoers. This 2024 edition will be the grandest yet, rooted in showcasing a wide range of artists and some of the best food, drinks, and art Southern Arizona has to offer.
On Stage
Headlining the festival is Grammy-nominated artist Kaskade who just released his new anthem “Resonate” with John Summit ft. Julia Church, alongside soulful ‘TrapHouseJazz’ musician Masego, The People’s ChampQuinn XCII, and the official party-starter Steve Aoki. There will be no dull moments with Layz, ATLiens, Disco Lines, Peekaboo, Austeria, Emorfik, Odd Mob, and many more bringing the energy to the Alameda and Presidio stages! In the days leading up to this southern rager, Arizona-based artists get to compete for six festival lineup slots in the Road to DUSK Battle of the Bands and DJ Competitions taking place in Flagstaff, Phoenix, and Tuscon.
Showing support for the local downtown area, DUSK’s vendor village will host a mix of small businesses and implement the festival’s Tuscon ARTS program. This program commissions students for their work of sculptures, digital art, and lighting exhibits used for the festival grounds. The party wouldn’t be complete without the eccentric official partner Cobra Arcade Bar, which will house various games ranging from backyard arcade to the classics!
Photo Credit: Luis Colato
Admission
Two-Day General Admission passes can be purchased for $119 before fees on the festival website. There is also an elevated VIP experience starting at $249 with air-conditioned premium bathrooms, front-of-stage viewing areas, complimentary bag check, and even massages if you go too hard on the rail! If you truly want to feel like DUSK royalty you can secure the Platinum VIP experience. Starting at $529, it offers everything the standard VIP pass has plus access to an all-inclusive, elevated viewing area with complimentary wine, beer, craft cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. This area also has a buffet of snacks to ease your taste buds throughout the day along with catered dinner each evening. All ticket types, including any DUSK extras, are available on the festival’s website, with payment plans available for a limited time. Check out the blood-pumping DUSK Music Festival 2024 Official Lineup Trailer below:
DUSK Music Festival 2024 – Official Lineup Trailer (Tuscon, AZ)
Visit the DUSK Music Festival website for the most up-to-date information regarding the event and stay connected by following all the official festival social media linked below!
The countdown is on—we are less than a month away from the highly anticipated Bass Camp! On July 27-28, Truckee River, Reno will be transformed into a spectacle that bass lovers can call home. This all-ages bass festival will feature three stages, river access, food trucks, and over 70 earth-shaking acts sure to leave fans with everlasting summer memories!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 27—it will be a night to remember at Bass Camp. The headliner, GiganticNghtmre, will undoubtedly set the stage on fire, but the excitement doesn’t stop there. Moon Lvnding Rising Star Ekonovah will feature, along with San Holo, Wax Motif, Moon Boots, and many more. Get ready for a bass-thumping-filled weekend!
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Sunday, July 28, the stacked lineup will have attendees hooked all night, because who can resist the opportunity to see a live performance from Zeds Dead? If You’re Happy and You Know It and want to break your neck with Bear Grillz, that moment is there for you to take. “If You Don’t Know, Now You Do” by Cyclops will be pretty Effin awesome to see!
With a lineup like this, rails will be rocked and necks will be broken. At Bass Camp, music fans of all ages can learn the ways of a mosh pit and what a bass face truly means. Tickets are on sale now, with 2-day or single-day GA and VIP options available here. Keep up with everything Bass Camp using the links below!
EDC Orlando brings Insomniac’s storied Electric Sky to the East Coast! Prepare for another epic lineup to rock Tinker Field in Orlando, Florida, from November 8-10. This is your chance to be part of something truly special!
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For three days of non-stop festival bliss, attendees (AKA headliners) will be able to see their favorite artists up close and personal. Headliners can look forward to some amazing collaborations such as a Deorro B2B Timmy Trumpet and the iconic Fly With Us ( AC Slater B2B Chris Lorenzo). If you’re lucky you could get caked in the face by Dimitri Vegas B2B Steve Aoki on mainstage! Leave an offering for the drum and bass gods at Worship (Sub Focus B2B Dimension B2B Culture Shock B2B 1991). Get those shades ready for one of arguably the most attractive and hypnotic B2B, Waxtroda (Matroda B2B Wax Motif.)
EDC Orlando has dedicated stages to cover all the bases of fan favorites along with carnival rides, a beauty bar, and many other memorable photo opportunities throughout the festival grounds! Don’t miss out! Get your hands on tickets as soon as they go on sale.
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Tickets go on sale Thursday, June 27th at noon ET. There are three ticket levels for headliners to choose from: GA, GA+, and VIP. Layaway options will also be available; lock your ticket in with only a $15 deposit! Stay in the know with the links below.
The stage is set, the lineup is locked, and the anticipation is electric. Suwannee Hulaween is back with its 11th annual edition, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Featuring some of the biggest names across rock, bluegrass, jazz, indie, house, techno, DnB, Dubstep, and everything in between, this festival has everything you could want—and then some. From October 24 to October 27, 2024, the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida, will transform into a multi-genre wonderland. Brace yourselves for a festival experience that will be music to your ears and a feast for your senses.
Photo Credit: Tara Gracer
After an incredible sold-out 10th anniversary in 2023, the festival aims to take things up another notch. This year, the festival’s original co-founder Michael Berg, who has been instrumental in its evolution year after year, reacquired ownership of Hulaween with the help of his business partners Chris den Uijl & Aaron Ampudia.
“As a co-founder of the festival, the opportunity to reacquire Hulaween and continue its storied legacy is an incredible full-circle moment after over a decade of commitment and service to the Hulaween journey. Our goal to keep the dream alive is in the greatest possible hands with my friends and partners, Chris and Aaron, alongside the well-curated and longtime all-star team that produces Hulaween. Our independent festival is arguably the greatest in the world for multigenre lineups, experiential art, and a passionate community whose fans live for both.”
– Michael Berg, Co-Founder and Owner of Hulaween
Photo Credit: Tara Gracer
A Kaleidoscope of Genres
This year’s lineup reads like a who’s who of the music world, with headliners that span rock, punk, blues, and more. Deadheads rejoice! Hulaween will host the world debut of The Bobby Weir Incident, a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between Grateful Dead co-founder Bobby Weir and The String Cheese Incident. This epic crossover will close out the festival with two consecutive sets, delivering three hours of Grateful Dead classics that will leave fans spinning.
Festival-goers can also look forward to performances from Sublime (with original members Eric and Bud, featuring Jakob Nowell), the soulful sounds of the Black Pumas duo, and the awe-inspiring multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Tash Sultana. The String Cheese Incident will once again keep crowds dancing headlining three nights with their vibrant, genre-blending performances. Not to be outdone, the festival welcomes funk band Umphrey’s McGee and bluegrass band Greensky Bluegrass back to Suwanee for more instrumental jams! “We love us some bands, but where’s the EDM?” Not to worry…
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Beats for Everyone
The electronic lineup at Hulaween is nothing short of spectacular, catering to wonky wooks, house heads, and techno-snobs alike. Headliners making their festival debuts this year include UK DnB legends Chase & Status and Swiss melodic queen Nora En Pure. Exciting first-time Hulaweenies further down the lineup include melodic house giant Cassian, experimental bass trailblazer G Jones, West Coast house goddess J Worra, Chicago bass trio Levity, and rising trap star LYNY amongst others.
After many years of peak mixed-genre lineups, 2024 will see a magnificent array of veterans return to Spirit Lake. For those who crave bass drops, there’s brain-melting innovator Tipper, skyrocketing wub maestro Of The Trees, rising psychedelic bass producer Ravenscoon, ethereal bass queen CloZee, and WAKAAN label boss Liquid Stranger. Those with a fever for infectious rhythms will welcome the return of Black Book Records boss Chris Lake, house music master LP Giobbi, electro-soul wizard Daily Bread, funk house virtuosos The Sponges, and Rules Don’t Apply label bosses Walker & Royce.
Photo Credit: Josh Skolnik
Beyond Music
Hulaween places particular emphasis on groundbreaking immersive aspects that take the festival to the next level. This year, Hulaween introduces the groundbreaking OFF LIMITS stage, a new 360-degree experience at Spirit Lake. Curated by DEF and featuring fire effects by Incendia and a Funktion-One sound system, this stage promises underground dance music like you’ve never experienced before. With over 20 surprise guests and artists yet to be announced, the OFF LIMITS stage is set to be a game-changer.
The immersive art at Spirit Lake is another highlight, with holographic projection mapping, mesmerizing light shows, and interactive installations that blur the lines between reality and fantasy. Sculptors, fire and metal workers, painters, and performance artists will all contribute to an environment that is as visually stunning as the music is captivating. See our interview with Creative Director Justin Bolognino for an inside look at the painstaking efforts that go into creating this magical realm.
Photo Credit: Aaron Bradley
Join the Fun!
Tickets for Hulaween 2024 are on sale now! With blind presale tickets selling out quickly, you won’t want to miss your chance to be part of this historic event. Various ticket options are available, from GA and VIP to exclusive packages like the Witch VIP with catered meals and the Zombie package with VIP cabin accommodations.
So, dust off your dancing shoes, pack your camping gear, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend. Suwannee Hulaween 2024 is set to be a monster of a festival, blending music, art, and community into an experience that will haunt your dreams in the best way possible. Get your tickets now and join the Hulaween family for a spooktacular celebration of life and music.
Stay tuned for more exciting announcements, including the full OFF LIMITS lineup, and prepare yourself for the festival of a lifetime. See you at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park!
HEADLINERS (A-Z) Black Pumas The Bobby Weir Incident (x2) Chase & Status Chris Lake CloZee Greensky Bluegrass Killer Mike Liquid Stranger Nora En Pure Of The Trees Sublime Tash Sultana The String Cheese Incident (x5) Tipper Umphrey’s McGee (x2)
SUPPORT (A-Z) Cassian Cory Wong Daily Bread G Jones J Worra Lettuce LP Giobbi Walker & Royce Zingara
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT (A-Z) & Friends A Hundred Drums Airrica ALLEYCVT Andy Frasco & The U.N. BUNT. Dirtwire DJ Brownie Dumpstaphunk Eggy Holly Bowling Karina Rykman Kyle Walker Levity Lyny Maddy O’Neal Manic Focus Mike Dillon and Punkadelick Mildlife Moontricks New Mastersounds Ravenscoon Sam Grisman Project Say She She Spafford Tand Tauk Moore Township Rebellion Truth
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT (A-Z) AK Renny BRUX Davezilla Eater Elephant Proof guavatron Honey Hounds Makua Rothman Mascolo Motivf MZG Phyphr Side Trak’d The Ain’t Sisters The Sponges Vicky B Ries Brothers
This week on June 18, 2024, Electric Zoo issued a long-awaited statement regarding the issues that transpired in September 2023. The festival’s exclusive ticketing provider, See Tickets, will process refunds by July 19, 2024. Ticket holders eligible for refunds include:
Friday, September 1, 2023, single or multi-day ticket holders that have not filed a dispute/chargeback, nor previously received a face-value refund (100% for Friday single day ticket holders, 50% for two-day ticket holders, and 33% for three-day ticket holders).
Sunday, September 3, 2023, single or multi-day admission ticket holders who were unable to access the event (as determined by entry scan data), and have not filed a dispute/chargeback, nor previously received a face-value refund (100% for Sunday single day ticket holders; 50% for two-day ticket holders and 33% for three-day ticket holders).
It’s no secret that Randall’s Island Park became a nightmare for festivalgoers last year. Electric Zoo organizers were forced to cancel the first day due to cited supply chain issues that hindered the construction of the main stage. To add to the chaos, they delayed doors on Day 2 and hit capacity early on Day 3, preventing more ticketholders from entering the festival. On Sunday, frustrated attendees stormed the gates. One video by an attendee shows the crowd pushing and shoving their way through metal detectors. According to NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell, roughly 88,000 people attended EZoo, overselling the festival by thousands of tickets.
Photo: Electric Zoo Festival
Avant Gardner, the organizers of Electric Zoo and renowned for their Brooklyn Mirage venue, acquired the festival in 2022 for a reported $15 million. Despite the incident, they expressed remorse and a commitment to improving. In its recent announcement, Avant Gardner wrote, “When we set out to bring you Electric Zoo 2023, our goal was to create a completely leveled-up experience that included new stage concepts, enhanced production, and so much more.” Responses to the announcement remain mixed — Artist 3LAU commented, “It’s been 9 months since the festival, this is absurd. Def never playing again if it even survives (doubtful).”
Amid the September 5, 2023 chaos, New York Mayor Eric Adams stated in an NYPD briefing, “It’s unfortunate organizers wanted to turn our city into a zoo, and we were not going to allow that to happen. We will be dealing with them in the next few days based on their behavior and actions.” The disastrous outcome prompted several class action lawsuits demanding retribution. Attendees seek compensation for the logistical failures and mismanagement that marred the event. As of now, there have yet to be any plans for a return in 2024, leaving the future of Electric Zoo uncertain and casting doubt on whether the festival can recover its reputation and regain the trust of its fans.
Read the full statement posted below:
Stay tuned for further developments on Electric Zoo’s future and other news in the EDM community.
