Festival Review
Rockville Rocked Our Socks Off!
Welcome to Rockville 2026 went the extra mile to make the 15th anniversary special for its fans. The festival found its new home at the Daytona 500 Speedway, 6 years ago, and there has been no glance in the rearview mirror. Rockville is highly regarded for knowing how to party, especially at the pre-party that…
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Blenders, Robots, and Rainbows: Magic of Outside Days
Outside Days has concluded! After an amazing few days of the festival and the Outside Days Summit conference, I can say that this event was completely unforgettable. This weekend marked a big milestone for me – my 30th music festival. I loved that the three-day event l had a much deeper meaning than just getting…
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Lightning in a Bottle Struck Gold Again
Another Lightning in a Bottle has come and gone, and while the weekend was full of incredible sets, stunning art, and plenty of dust-covered adventures, what stood out most was the sense of connection with those around me. Between sharing the festival with first-timers, reconnecting with old friends, and discovering new music around every corner,…
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It’s the Best Time of the Year: Techno Christmas AKA Movement
Every single year I leave Detroit saying, “Okay THAT was the best Movement yet,” and somehow every single year this festival proves me wrong again. Movement 2026 felt massive in a way I can’t fully explain unless you were actually there sweating in Hart Plaza at sunset while bass bounced off the river and someone…
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Smoochies for Ashnikko
I attended Ashnikko’s Smoochie-lando (Orlando tour stop) the other night, and all I can say is my life has been altered. As a long-time fan of Ashnikko’s music and overall aesthetic, the Smoochies tour was everything I could have hoped for and more. Right off the bat, the vibes were immaculate, with fans lined up…
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Night Trip Open Air Arizona
On March 26, Insomniac Events and Desert Events brought us Night Trip Open Air AZ, and it was honestly such a fun night. It was my first time at 9th & Jackson and I didn’t really know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. The venue is an outdoor space with a ton of…
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WARPED TOUR RETURNS 2026!
Warped Tour is returning in 2026 for another round of shows! Last year, Warped Tour returned after 9 years and it was a wild success. In 2026, they’re bringing it back. This summer, Montreal and Mexico City have been added to the roster which includes Long Beach, Orlando, and Washington D.C. For the last month,…
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System = Overloaded… ;)
Do you like bass in your face? Well, I do! And that’s why I had the most incredible time last weekend at Arizona’s brand new bass music festival: System Overload. This fest featured heavy dubstep, riddim, and experimental artists, making my little bass-head heart so happy. I originally wasn’t going to attend, but about two…
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Lasership of Love With Levity 🛸💘
This Valentine’s Day, Mesa Amphitheatre turned into a full laser spectacle when DJ trio Levity brought their Lasership Tour to Arizona. The show was completely sold out and the amphitheater was honestly the perfect venue. No matter where you stood, you had an unreal view and felt fully immersed in the experience. From the second…
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Beachlife Festival Returns 2026!
WHERE: Redondo Beach, California WHEN: May 1st-3rd, 20226 WHAT: BEACHLIFE FESTIVAL! Tell Me More! I’m excited to announce that Beachlife Festival is returning in 2026! Taking place right outside of Los Angelos at the beautiful, Redondo Beach, this is a can’t miss event. The lineup is full of all acts under the sun. Headliners include…
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The Desert Came Alive At Gem & Jam 2026
Moontricks, CloZee, Sunsquabi and so many more artists created a vibe that couldn’t be matched! There’s something special about Gem & Jam Festival that doesn’t feel like just another festival, it feels like stepping into a living, breathing little world in the middle of the desert. This is my 6th Gem and Jam I have…
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Levity Brings The HEAT To Chicago!
A night of lasers, snow, and bouncy bass music. Levity’s Snow Day 2 went well, with the highlights being the opening set from Eazybaked and appearances from Griz and Crankdat. I think the show would have sold out way quicker if the guest appearances had been made public prior to the show. After Levity’s set,…
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BOTTLEROCK RETURNS 2026
WHERE: Napa Valley, California WHEN: May 22nd – 24th, 2026 WHAT: BottleRock 2026! Tell Me More! Alright party people, I’m stoked to announce that BottleRock is returning to Napa Valley in 2026! Coming at you with an absolutely stacked lineup this is a can’t miss event. Located in Northern California, this festival will span over…
Continue ReadingThe Magic of Decadence Arizona
Let me set the stage for you: It’s a minute before the countdown for the New Year is about to start, you hear GRiZ over the loudspeakers begin to play his “Infinite Bloom” ID- and if you haven’t heard this yet, trust me, go look it up on SoundCloud right now. You’re hugging and dancing…
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Zeds Dead Abducted Chicago This Past Weekend
I have to say, this past weekend I attended Zeds Dead in Chicago at the Wintrust Arena and DANG! My boys DELIVERED! First off, I’m no stranger to Chicago. While I live a few hours away, I typically count that as my stomping ground. I live in the middle of nowhere Iowa-now Illinois…. but still,…
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Levity’s Lasership Tour: Prepare for Warp Speed and Wubby Bass
Levity has been taking the US by storm on their Lasership Tour and let me tell you they did NOT disappoint! Fans flocked to Mission Ballroom in Denver, CO for two nights to be transported to another world with music, positive energy, and of course lasers! Fans lined up outside of Mission hours before doors…
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FEED ME Fed My Soul
FEED ME Fed My Soul by Guest Writer: Andrew Ramirez The end of 2025 is coming to a close; it’s almost holiday season, it’s almost time to put our pashminas away and our hydration packs down till spring hits next spring. Wow. This year sure does go by fast. So I made sure to FEED…
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Body Language 2025 – A Celebration of House Music
Last weekend’s Body Language was everything I needed — two days of nonstop dancing, perfect weather, and an unreal lineup that reminded me why I fell in love with house music in the first place. From start to finish, the energy was infectious. Everyone there was locked into the groove with house and funky rhythms…
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Same Same But Different: More Than A Name
Same Same But Different at Lake Perris was like stepping into a small pocket of the world where everyone is friendly by default. Not just another weekend of lights and sound, it was a living, breathing community. A reminder of what it feels like when people choose connection, creativity, and care above all else. Since…
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Countdown NYE 2025!
WHERE: Los Angelos Convention Center WHEN: December 31st – January 1st, 2026 WHAT: Countdown NYE 2025 Tell Me More about Countdown NYE! Celebrate your New Year’s in style! Insomniac has just announced that Countdown NYE is back! Taking place from 7pm to 5am at the Los Angelos Convention Center which spans over 720,000 sq feet,…
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