July 9th Weekly Roundup Feature
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BEONIX
Cyprus
September 22nd-24th
BEONIX, the three-day electronic music festival held in Cyprus from September 22nd to September 24th, has announced the four headliners for the upcoming 2023 event. Paul Kalkbrenner, the German DJ, and producer known for his unique blend of techno and house music, will be taking the stage at the festival alongside Black Coffee, Maceo Plex, and Stephan Bodzin, who were previously announced.
Artists include: Paul Kalkrenner, Black Coffee, Maceo Plex and Stephan Bodzin
Carlita & Calussa – Fell In Luv
Turkish-Italian DJ/producer Carlita and Miami-based duo Calussa come together to deliver a euphoria-inducing new collaborative single, “Fell In Luv.” The new track comes via Diplo’s cutting-edge house/techno imprint Higher Ground, a spin-off of the prolific Mad Decent label.
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CVIRO & GXNXVS – Come On In Remixes
Australian R&B duo, CVIRO & GXNXVS today returned with a reimagined version of their beloved 2022 EP, Come On In on Red Bull Records. Featuring five new remixes from tastemakers like Amorphous, Aywy, Cabu, Gabriel LCR, and HWLS, the package brings their soulful melodies to the dance floor in the form of bouncy house joints and drum n’ bass cuts. The reworks maintain the duo’s smooth grooves and old school stylings, all the while injecting each producer’s distinct flavors into a collection of club-ready jams.
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Decibel Open Air
Florence, Italy
September 9th-10th, 2023
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Decibel Open Air is back in Florence from 9-10 September 2023, after the recently sold out Easter Edition and last year’s event gathering fifty thousand attendees, with thirty percent coming outside of Italy, the legendary electronic festival returns this September.
Artists include: Moderat (live), Paul Kalkbrenner (live), Peggy Gou, Amelie Lens, Salmo (live), Lazza (live), Boris Brejcha, Loco Dice B2b Jamie Jones, Camelphat, Meduza, I Hate Models and more
Echoes from Agartha
Cappadocia, Turkey
July 26-July 31st, 2023
Dubbed by Billboard in 2022 as ‘one of the world’s most beautiful festivals’, Echoes from Agartha will see a selection of artists perform against the history-steeped backdrop of Cappadocia in Anatolia, Turkey.
Christians, Persians, Romans, Arabs, Byzantines, Seljuks, Ottomans, and now Turks have all resided in the region throughout its rich history as an important junction of the Silk Road trading route, and its many stories are carved into Cappadocia’s surreal landscape
Additional excursions include hot air balloon rides, ATV tours, Sufi teachings, Turkish rug and ceramic making, a visit to the underground city, plus historical and cultural tours of the storied region.
Artists include: Bedouin, Dixon, Blond:ish, Parallelle, Guy J, Caleesi & Sarah Kreis, Keinemusik
EXIT Festival
The Prodigy made a historic but emotional return to the EXIT Festival in front of 44, 0000 fans on Thursday, July 6th. The legendary UK rave innovators played an epic set on the Main Stage for the first time since the sad loss of front man Keith Flint.
The return of The Prodigy to their spiritual home was symbolically initiated with the song ‘Breathe’ which they premiered live in Belgrade back in 1995, creating a special connection with the local audience. Tens of thousands of fans gathered in front of the Gorki List Main Stage and during their much anticipated show at the famous fortress, the band used a mesmeric and magical hologram of Keith to bring him on stage with them and it got wild reactions from the crowd. It was a fitting tribute to the one and only Keith who is well known to the Exit faithful. The band worked through plenty of their classic material as well as newer tunes, all with the sort of unrivalled energy they are known for around the world.
Francis Mercier – Strangers (Do You Remember)
Prolific Haitian DJ/producer Francis Mercier releases “Strangers (Do You Remember),” an infectious, daytime Afro house belter with collaborators David Tort, Markem, Yas Cepeda, and vocals from EURI. Delivering tracks to soundtrack the summer of 2023, this blistering new single comes via Tiesto’s record label, Musical Freedom, which is home to some of the greatest dance records in the world.
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Golden Features – Sisyphus
Acclaimed Australian electronic producer Golden Features releases his anticipated sophomore album Sisyphus, out now via Foreign Family Collective / Warner Music Australia.
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Hayden James & Bob Moses – Do You Want Me
Multi-platinum Sydney-born LA-based producer Hayden James teams up with Canadian duo Bob Moses to share their new single, ‘Do You Want Me’ out via Future Classic.
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Héctor Oaks & SITA – Loff Is All You Speed
Héctor Oaks and SITA have released their groundbreaking single, “Loff Is All You Speed,” a unique collaboration that fuses their distinctive styles.
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Hospitality In The Woods
Tickets: https://www.hospitalityinthewoods.com/
Date: Saturday 19th August
Location: Beckenham Place Park, London
The world renowned, award-winning and hugely influential Hospitality In The Woods is back for another bumper one-day celebration of all things Drum & Bass on Saturday 19th August 2023 at Beckenham Place Park. Every single facet of the sound will be showcased across five fantastically designed stages with
Artists include: Netsky, High Contrast, A.M.C Calibre, Roni Size, DJ Marky, Camo & Krooked, Goddard, LTJ Bukem, Metrik and many more.
Joseph Capriati Returns To Amnesia
Joseph Capriati is returning to Amnesia for a second residency that will raise the bar once again this summer. The Italian techno titan’s Metamorfosi party kicks off on Friday July 21st with Joseph joined by Sven Väth and Frank Storm, plus breakout star Indira Paganotto who curate the Club Room for 3 events with Andres Campo and Sara Landry as well as Skizzo. The party runs each Friday to August 18th with guests including the likes of Paul Kalkbrenner, Charlotte de Witte, Jamie Jones, Dubfire, Dax J, Enrico Sangiuliano, Seth Troxler, Vintage Culture, Reinier Zonneveld, Agents of time, Carlita, Dennis Cruz, Ellen Allien, Dubfire, Luigi Madonna, and tens more including plenty of special guests. Tickets are available via amnesia.es/en/promotor/joseph-capriati-presents-metamorfosi-at-amnesia
Kah-Lo – GD Woman
Grammy-nominated Nigerian dance-pop vocalist Kah-Lo announces her anticipated debut album pain/pleasure, due out this Fall on Epic Records. The announcement arrives with ‘GD Woman’, Kah-Lo’s latest single and the third off her forthcoming album following ‘Karma’ and ‘fund$’.
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Les Plages Électroniques
Cannes, France
August 4-6th, 2023
On August 4th, 6th 2023, the gorgeous city of Cannes in the South of France will once again welcome the much anticipated return of Les Plages Électroniques. This time, it comes in a new format with a renewed visual identity and program makeover that features the cream of the French and international scene from the worlds of electronic music, rap and pop, with up to 60,000 people expected over the three days. Once again, Les Plages Électroniques make up one of the most varied line-ups that can be found in France, including multi-instrumental internet sensation Mezerg, The Blessed Madonna and her top shelf house and techno selections, Bellaire and his sweet blend of house and disco, and Pedro Winter who will be ringing in the 20th anniversary of the legendary Ed Banger label.
Artists include: DJ Snake, Tale of Us, Armin Van Buuren, Lomepal, Pedro Winter pres. Ed Banger XX, Mind Against, Sam Paganini, Ofenbach, The Blessed Madonna, Oden & Fatzo (live), Marina Trench
LooseFest
LooseFest is the North East’s largest and most ambitious music festival and it makes a welcome return on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August at the expansive inner-city green space, the Town Moor. This year’s is a bumper offering with the likes of Sean Paul, Chase & Status, Craig David, Patrick Topping, Ben Hemsley, Joel Corry, Andy C, Sub Focus, Dimension, Example, Sigala and Tinie Tempah all playing and now a stage breakdown has been revealed so you can plan your weekend right, but not before you get the last remaining tickets at http://www.loosefest.com.
MDLBEAST
Tickets: https://mdlbeast.com/
Date: December
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
MDLBEAST’s Soundstorm once again raised the bar for musical experiences in the Middle East with its latest festival. In all, 732,000 attendees from all over the world descended upon the desert with 184 artists from more than 20 countries playing over eight stages. These included 10 Saudi female artists like Baloo, Birdperson and Cosmicat playing next to international stars such as Jeff Mills, Nina Kraviz, Adam Beyer, Carl Cox and many more. There was over 50 hours of music in all with two new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™️ set for the Tallest Temporary Stage at 41m and 268cm, and The Most LED Lights in a Display with 60,053,376 in total. The festival will return in December 2023 and once again promises a whole new experience.
Artists Include: TBA
Modapit – Devotion
Underground electronic-pop producer Modapit is capping off a momentous launch to their artist career. Over the past six months, the anonymous producer has released four singles, unveiled a four-part short film, debuted at EDC Las Vegas 2023, played direct support for electronic music icon Deadmau5, and landed upcoming slots at Imagine Music Festival and Freaky Deaky – a decidedly lavish introduction.
This successful early run now culminates with the release of Modapit’s debut album, Devotion – a 12-track package that will take listeners on a seamless journey through the producer’s swirling combination of dark pop sounds and European-inspired melodic house and techno.
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Modern Tales – Pretty Little Thing
The brother duo Modern Tales, comprised of veteran producer Jonas Rathsman and singer Francis Novotny, release their new single, “Pretty Little Thing.” The new track comes just ahead of their anticipated debut album, Stars Align, which is set to drop on June 30 via RÜFÜS DU SOL’s Rose Avenue Records.
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MOGA Essaouira
Essaouira, Morocco
October 4-8th, 2023
A music and digital arts festival with a view to shining a light on Moroccan, Maghrebian and African national scenes alongside international acts — the setting is a blissful one by the sea, with grand old architecture, hot sun and local cuisines, culture and colour.
A bastion of hippies in the 1960s, Essaouira remains a haven for digital nomads and surf and yoga enthusiasts from all over the world. MOGA was born in 2016, with a thoughtful programme that works with local curators to promote the destination and the Souiri lifestyle through free access events such as culinary courses, yoga classes, free performances in the Medina, brunches, masterclasses and more.
Artists include: TBA
One in The Woods
Tickets: https://www.oneinthewoods.com/
Date: July 28 – 30 2023
Location: Orrell Hill Woods, Liverpool
While people continue to talk about the legendary One In The Woods debut back in July 2022, all eyes now turn to next year as the Liverpool juggernauts return with an even bigger line-up.
This year, the all-encompassing festival will set up in Orrell Hill Woods, Liverpool with the first wave of names coming soon. Previous line ups have included including DJ Hazard, Dillinja, Dax J, Calyx & Teebee, Drumsound & Bassline Smith b2b DJ SS b2b Kenny Ken, Randall, Loxy, Kings of the Rollers, Perc, Fatima Hajji, Miss Trouble, Ragga Twins and many more
Artists include: Previous line ups have included including DJ Hazard, Dillinja, Dax J, Calyx & Teebee, Drumsound & Bassline Smith
One Out Festival
Surrey, UK
September 16th
Now into its third year after two sold out previous editions, One Out Festival returns with a bang and its best ever line up across five special stages on 16th September. Playing at the beautifully green and secluded Apps Court Farm in Surrey will be Franky Wah, Sam Divine, Paul Woolford, A.M.C, Danny Howard, Metrik, Mike Skinner, Prospa, Interplanetary Criminal and more. For the best group, single or VIP ticket deals, head to https://www.oneout.co.uk/tickets as the last remaining tickets remain.
Artist include: Franky Wah, Sam Divine, Paul Woolford, A.M.C & Mike Skinner
Sumdayz Festival
Rome, Italy
September 22-24th, 2023
Sumdayz is back to take up its position as the most crucial electronic music event in Rome from Friday September 22nd – Sunday 24th, this year taking place at Ippodromo Capannelle.
After an epic debut last year, Sumdayz ups the levels this year as it returns to the new venue of Ippodromo Capannelle, an epic arena that was constructed in 1881 and rebuilt in 1926 as one of Italy’s most famous racecourses. It is a unique venue that makes for a special unique atmosphere in the historic city as the multi-stage festival provides immersive audio and visual experiences across the entire weekend. Sumdayz was founded by a creative team of long-term collaborators, with the sole aim of creating the most experience-based music festival in Italy and boasts some top talents.
Artists include: Craig Richards B2B Francesco Del Garda, Binh b2b DJ Masda, Dungeon Meat, Dyed Soundorom B2B tINI, Mathew Jonson (live), Rhadoo, Samuel Deep B2B Doudou MD, Sonja Moonear, Sweely
Sonus Festival
Tickets: http://sonus-festival.com
Date: 20th-24th August
Location: Zrce Beach, Croatia
2023 will see Sonus celebrate its 10th anniversary at the very forefront of Croatia’s underground festival scene. Returning from 20th to 24th of August, next year’s special anniversary will see another world class line-up of international talents on the gorgeous shores of Zrce beach on Croatia’s famous party island Pag.
Artists include: Adriatique, ANNA, Diplo, Loco Dice, Paula Temple, Richie Hawtin, Marco Carola and more
That Kid – My House
Experimental pop artist That Kid is expanding his purview. Following years at the forefront of the underground pop scene, the Denver-based queer singer-songwriter has accrued millions of streams across platforms, collaborated with heavy-hitters such as Slayyyter, Ayesha Erotica, underscores, and Chase Icon, and headlined packed shows at Brooklyn’s vaunted Elsewhere venue and Los Angeles’ El Cid.
That Kid unveils “My House,” a disco-infused pop banger that sees the artist in rare form. With string samples, groovy basslines, and an infectious four-on-the-floor beat, “My House” is a fun, imminently catchy track that sounds simultaneously vintage and contemporary while transporting listeners to the peak hours of a house party.
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