The boys of ISOKNOCK recently brought their high-powered collaboration project to their hometown for two epic sold-out nights in San Diego 4EVR. Those lucky enough to attend this homecoming at Snapdragon Stadium were treated to an unforgettable experience with amazing acts, production, and music.
The excitement surrounding both nights of San Diego 4EVR could be felt from the parking lot to the entrance, the energy was electric. With swarms of fans teeming to enter the grounds on day one, the festival experienced challenges that resulted in hour-long waits for some GA patrons. This was fixed on night two with increased security remedying that issue. Night one brought out big names like Peekaboo and Madeon before ISOKNOCK made their big entrance. The duo drove an old-school Honda onto the stage with Knock2 in the driver’s seat and ISOxo sitting on top. The second night featured Glaive and the OG himself, RL Grime. The event climaxed with RL Grime joining ISOKNOCK on stage in a B2B for the ages.
The production for both nights was unmatched. The stage embodied the classic ISOKNOCK 90’s grunge vibe with steel beams, bright lights, a silhouetted ISOKNOCK logo, a Batman-style ISOKNOCK spotlight, and pyrotechnics galore. ISOKNOCK had an amazing blend of music throughout each of their sets. From bass house to dubstep to trap to house. They effortlessly blended it all, leaving the crowd guessing and hyped for more.
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These two nights were some of the biggest parties I’ve experienced. The crowd participation and interaction truly made you want to party nonstop and was very immersive. The stage featured a walkway to the middle of the crowd that Knock2 and ISOxo used to get the crowd into an absolute frenzy. Knock2 manned the decks while playing ISOxo’s songs so that ISOxo could interact with the crowd and vice versa. On night two, ISOKNOCK surprised everyone when they appeared atop a tower at the heart of the crowd where they played for 20 minutes before running through the audience and onto the stage. During each set, ISOxo climbed the tower and shined a spotlight into the crowd to incite massive mosh pits. There were mosh pits across all sections of the crowd, GA and VIP alike. Luckily, the pits were respectful with moshers protecting and picking up those who fell. I even saw someone holding up another’s shoe and phone to ensure they got them back.
The weekend was topped off with ISOKNOCK revealing their very own festival in 2025—NITEHARTS FEST. The duo proclaimed that they want to bring music and culture back to their hometown San Diego and this festival will be a big part of that goal.
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ISOKNOCK San Diego 4EVR was a weekend that no one in attendance will forget. The incredible performances by ISOKNOCK, Peekaboo, and RL Grime, unreal production and pyrotechnics, and unmatched energy made sure that fans walked away with lifelong memories. Be sure not to miss NITEHARTS FEST 2025 by signing up for updates here and keep up with Knock2 and ISOxo using the links below.
As 2024 comes to a close, the Moon Lvnding Fvm is reflecting on all the unforgettable sets that defined our year. From major festivals to hometown shows, we’ve danced, headbanged, and grooved our way across every corner of the US. Here’s a look at some of our staff’s favorite sets, festivals, and b2b performances from the past year.
What was your favorite set? Where was it and why was it your favorite?
Jessica Duncan – Assignment Director “Odezsa at Fulsom Field in Boulder, CO. This was the first time I was able to catch an Odezsa set since 2015 when they first began to blow up. The production was amazing, from fireworks to the full drum line and all the vocalists featured on their tracks. The set list covered every song I wanted to hear. The rain couldn’t stop us!”
Sam Wolloch – Chief Editor “Wooli at Electric Forest. I really enjoyed it because I was with my closest rave family on the grass field of Tripolee and Wooli played a ton of amazing new IDs. He was pumped up the entire set, and you could tell how much of his energy and passion went into its production.”
Troy Andrea – Staff Writer “Levity at Sunbar! Those boys bring such awesome energy to the stage. Their rapid blow-up this past year really just shows how success can find anyone. From having a USB at EForest to almost headlining festivals, they deserve all the hype, and their shows prove it.”
Grant Soffer – Staff Writer | Event Staff “Like many people are probably going to say, Tiesto at Groove Cruise was my favorite set of 2024. He played the headlining spot on the beach in the Bahamas and delivered the best hour of music I have ever experienced in my life. All of his song choices and transitions were immaculate, and the backdrop of the beautiful ocean and cruise ship made the setting even more beautiful. Being surrounded by 20 close friends, all smiling ear to ear and dancing our hearts out, made it even more special. That will be a set I will remember for the rest of my life.”
Kiana Kraft – Staff Writer “Kygo‘s headlining set at his own Palm Tree Festival in Oahu. Kygo is, and has been for a long time, my favorite artist. To finally get a chance to go to his festival in the perfect tropical place (he is the tropical house king) was so magical.”
Shae McCormick – Social Media Coordinator “Subtronics at Lost Lands. This was the final boss of Subtronics sets (so far). Old music, new music, all at Wompy Woods for sunset. He had the Cyclops Army going absolutely feral.”
Kate Nelson – Public Relations Director “Andrew Bayer at Sunbar in Arizona. He was touring his new EP, which has my all-time favorite song, ‘Places I Belong.’ It was a super high-energy set that flowed effortlessly between trance subgenres. I have a ‘Places I Belong’ tattoo, and I got to meet him and show it to him right before he went on!”
What was your favorite festival you attended?
Jessica – “I didn’t go to too many festivals this year; the only EDM festival I attended was Global Dance. For my full thoughts on it, check out my review from earlier this year.”
Sam – “Despite (or maybe because of) all of the weather difficulties, Elements 2024 was my favorite festival of the five fests I attended this year (Glow, Electric Forest, Secret Dreams, Elements, Lost Lands). The lineup was tremendous from Thursday to Sunday, and the vibes at the Friday renegades for those who weathered the storm were off the charts. The new layout at the Water Stage was outstanding, and I always love festivals that allow LSDream to have his Lightcode session on Sunday morning.”
Troy – “Lost Landswas awesome this year. The new Crater stage was so cool. I love how they bring the 360-experience to a new scale!”
Grant – “North Coast Music Festival in Chicago was and probably always will be my favorite festival. The layout of the venue is so well thought out, and there are endless activities and hidden adventures throughout the festival. Couple that with the amazing talent they always book on the lineup, and this becomes the perfect festival. All other festivals should be taking notes and copying their playbook.”
Kiana – “Coachella is my favorite festival and probably will be for a long time. I look forward to it every year. There’s nothing I look forward to more than dancing on the polo fields in the desert with the best music and the best people and planning fun outfits, of course.”
Shae – “Elements, Poconos PA. While the weather was a crazy experience, our group, Camp Happy Feet, came prepared for the unexpected and braved the storm with minimal damage. We made it out to the renegades night one to make up for the missed Friday of the fest, and they did not disappoint. Seeing Tape B three times in one night was a highlight; his b2b with Disco Lines, classic Car Tunes-Essie festival set at Club Renegade, and a special downtempo afters at Corporate Wooks. I also loved the art cars they had at the fest, like Harvey Disco Kitty at Fire Stage.”
Kate – “Dreamstate! The vibes are always incredible, and it has the friendliest crowd.”
What was your favorite b2b set you saw?
Jessica – “Worship (Sub Focus, Dimension, Culture Shock, 1991) at Mission Ballroom. This night was the epitome of drum and bass. I went with one of my good friends, and we absolutely lost our minds the entire time.”
Sam – “My favorite b2b of the year had to be the world debut of the 4+ hour extended club set by Waxtroda(Wax Motif b2b Matroda) at the world-famous Brooklyn Mirage. They kept the vibes high for the entire set, and the whole crowd was grooving to their sexy house beats.”
Troy – “Heritage b2b Drinkurwater at Bass Canyon! Their sound designs just complement each other so well, and it was such a fun set to be a part of.”
Grant – “My favorite b2b from this year was probably Subtronics and Level Up at Beyond Wonderland in California. Zeds Dead had a last-minute cancelation, so the couple stepped up to fill the spot. It was a much smaller crowd than a normal Subtronics set, but that didn’t stop him from giving one of the best performances I have ever seen. It was a great way to close out night two of Beyond Wonderland.”
Kiana – “IsoKnock (ISOxo b2b Knock2) at Coachella Sahara tent. These two were the most incredibly perfect duo to go b2b at Sahara, and the energy was insane for the entire set. Safe to say people were dancing and partying at that set.”
Shae – “Excision b2b Wooli, Lost Lands Prehistoric Stage. They served dubstep at Dubstep Disneyland, and I successfully coordinated the rave fam meet-up with friends from all over the country. We had everyone in the right place at the right time, and the drone show was so cool! They even did Becky’s (one of the dinosaurs) butthole in drones! Shoutout to Crater Stage though: the star of Lost Lands this year.”
Stay tuned to Moon Lvnding for more content as we close out the year. For those located in Arizona, Decadence 2024 is just around the corner, and it’s sure to bring some unforgettable sets. We’re hyped to be there and can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store for dance music!
San Diego, your time has officially arrived! ISOKNOCK presents SD4EVR kicks off this Saturday, Decemeber 7, and we have all the tips and tricks to ensure a smooth and hassle-free weekend.
FESTIVAL HOURS
Saturday, December 7 Doors: 4:00 PM | Curfew: 11:00 PM
Sunday, December 8 Doors: 3:00 PM | Curfew: 10:00 PM
18+ to enter. Photo ID required.
If you haven’t gotten a chance to peek at the layout of the event, there is an official festival map showing all the key locations. There’s also a parking map showing all the designated lots for festivalgoers when they arrive!
Photo Credit: ISOKNOCK
Photo Credit: ISOKNOCK
ISOKNOCK also dropped the day-by-day set times for this weekend, and in case you are running a little late, the openers are set to take the stage an hour after doors open. This ensures everyone has time to get there and maybe even grab a drink and some merch before kicking off the party.
Photo Credit: ISOKNOCK
If you are new to the party, this dynamic duo partnered with PLUS1 which donates $1 per ticket to support the Surfrider Foundation, an organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches (for all people) through a powerful activist network. With ISOxo and Knock2 cooking up their biggest show together (in their hometown), we are anticipating crazy on a whole new level. Buckle up for the ride and remember: PAIN IS TEMPORARY, ISOKNOCK IS FOREVER!
San Diego-natives ISOxo and Knock2 have officially revealed their debut ISOKNOCK performance is heading to their hometown San Diego, California this December. On December 7 and 8, the iconic duo will host their two-day event at Thrive Park in Snapdragon Stadium. The lineup for the weekend boasts an eclectic roster of top-shelf talent, featuring headlining performances from ISOKNOCK in addition to sets from Grammy-nominated French phenom Madeon (DJ Set), trap pioneer RL Grime, experimental bass virtuoso Peekaboo, genre-blending warehouse rave duo Brutalismus 3000, hyperpop wizkid glaive, and electroclash revivalists Snow Strippers.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of ISOKNOCK
ISOxo and Knock2 are long-time friends who initially met at the San Diego County Fair as young teenagers (while performing on the same local stage). Fresh off their debut Japan performance, these stars are teaming up for their biggest ISOKNOCK performance to date and we are excited to watch everything come full circle at this pinnacle two-day event. The dynamic duo partnered with PLUS1 so $1 per ticket supports the Surfrider Foundation, an organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches (for all people) through a powerful activist network. Earlier this month, the two artists surprise released their debut album 4EVR via renowned label 88rising; Listen to the vintage dance-pop, experimental production that has everyone raving below:
Although SD 4EVR has officially sold out, you can still sign up for the waitlist on ISOKNOCK’s official website. If you missed it the first time around, catch the live ISOKNOCK presents: COACHELLA 4EVR set below and be sure to connect with the artists using their social links at the bottom of the article. Never forget: PAIN IS TEMPORARY, ISOKNOCK IS 4EVR.
