All photos from Beyond Existence’s website While Central Texas has no shortage of heavy bass events, few gatherings have built the kind of organic, community-first loyalty that Beyond Existence has cultivated. Returning for its eighth year, this independently operated festival se…

Written by Rebecca Hollman Break out the band tees, dust off your old MySpace profile, and prepare your neck accordingly because Furnace Fest is back in Birmingham, Alabama, October 10–11, 2026, and this year’s lineup is an absolute time machine for anyone raised on metalcore, ha…

Photos taken during interview by Josh Coburger and others provided by Josh Teed For the best viewing experience, select “Show Reader” in the search bar on your device Josh Teed immediately exuded warmth and kindness, grinning and laughing as he delved into topics that are clearly…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Ismael Quintanilla III and Pooneh Ghana The music doesn’t stop when the festival gates close. Shaky Knees has officially unveiled its 2026 Late Night Shows, giving fans even more opportunities to catch some of this year’s biggest artists in int…

Written by Rebecca Hollman Nocturnal Valley just dropped one of the most talked-about bass-heavy festival lineups of 2026 — and for fans of immersive late-night electronic music experiences, this inaugural event is already shaping up to be a massive moment for the underground fes…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Yvonne Gougelet, Aaron Bradley, Tara Gracer Hulaween has officially unveiled the complete lineup for its 2026 return to Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, putting the finishing touches on one of the year’s most anticipated festival rosters. The…

All photos from ILLfest’s website In a festival landscape often dominated by corporate giants, there is something inherently rebellious and refreshing about a homegrown powerhouse like ILLfest. Now in its eighth year, this Austin-born festival has become a titan while keeping its…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Nathan Zucker, Roger Ho, Ismael Quintanilla III Every year, the Bonnaroo schedule drop marks the moment when anticipation turns into strategy. With four days of nonstop music across five stages, fans finally get to map out the marathon of sets,…

Written by Whitney Herrman Photos by Gem and Jam Festival unless otherwise noted Gem and Jam 2026 united us under the Tucson sky on February 4th-6th 2026, for three days of exploration, connection, and, of course, a funky array of music that undoubtedly got our bodies moving. Wha…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos from the Camp Kouch website Some festivals are built for crowds.Some are built for production. Camp Kouch is being built for something else entirely. Announced as a three-day music and arts retreat, Camp Kouch 2026 marks the inaugural year of a ne…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Ismael Quintanilla III, Pooneh Ghana, Stephanie Heath Atlanta’s favorite rock festival is officially back — and Shaky Knees 2026 just delivered one of its strongest lineups in years. Set for September 18–20 at Piedmont Park, the festival’s move…

Decadence Festival in Arizona returned this year as a dazzling celebration of sound, spectacle, and community, reminding everyone why it remains one of the Southwest’s most anticipated electronic music events. Set against the desert backdrop and glowing stages, the festival deliv…

All photos pulled from Gem & Jam’s website There is something uniquely grounding about heading into the desert as winter loosens its grip. This February, Gem & Jam returns for its seventeenth edition, reclaiming its place as one of the most eclectic and soul stirring celebrations…

All photos from RVLTN’s website JACKPOT 2025 returns December 26 and 27 to the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, bringing two nights of heavy bass, high intensity energy, and a lineup stacked with some of the biggest names in electronic music. This is RVLTN’s signature end of yea…

Written by Matalyn Hopkins As we close out another unforgettable year, the Southwest prepares for its biggest New Year’s celebration: Decadence AZ 2025. Returning with its iconic “Portals of Illusion” theme, the festival once again blends immersive art, booming bass, and world-cl…

Written by Rebecca Hollman As 2025 winds down, St. Louis is preparing for something major. Downright Entertainment and Mississippi Underground just announced the full lineup for Nocturnal New Years, and it’s easily one of the most ambitious NYE experiences the Midwest has ever se…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Juliana Bernstein, Ivan Meneses, Lauren Decanio, Alex Perez Sunshine Grove is calling once again.The Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival just revealed its full 2026 lineup, and in true OMF fashion, it’s a wildly diverse, genre-bending, late-night-…

All photos by Kursza and used with Rise Festival’s permission As a seasoned festival enthusiast, it takes something truly special to wow me: RISE Festival thoroughly wowed me. Tucked into the mystical expanse of the Mojave Desert, RISE Festival is not a raucous party or a music m…

Cover photo by Ashley Darling Photos by Ashley Darling and Stone Watters Spread across 60 enchanted acres near Flagstaff, Arizona, Gateway Ranch has long been a playground for the soul—a place where creativity dances and celebration hums in the air. Hidden amidst the desert brush…

Celebrate 10 years of magic at RISE Festival 2025 in Las Vegas on October 3–4. This unforgettable desert gathering combines live music, lantern releases, and immersive art for a transformative weekend under the stars. The post RISE Festival 2025: A Decade of Light in the Desert a…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Patrick Hughes, Josh Skolnik and Tara Gracer With just 50 days until the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park transforms into a technicolor Halloween playground, Suwannee Hulaween has finally unveiled its daily stage lineups and four imaginative c…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Miguel Flores (@miguelmonad) and Nicole Busch (@nicolebusch) San Diego is about to end 2024 and kick off 2025 in the only way it knows how: big, loud, and PROPER. FNGRS CRSSD just unveiled the lineup for the fourth edition of PROPER NYE/NYD, an…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Ismael Quintanilla III When the main stages power down, the party is just getting started across Atlanta. From legendary alt-rockers to indie newcomers, Shaky Knees’ Late Night shows are an essential part of the festival weekend. Here’s your de…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Grant Hodgeon, Roger Ho, Ismael Quintanilla III, Pooneh Ghana Shaky Knees is taking a major leap in 2025: it’s relocating from its longtime home in Central Park (Old Fourth Ward) to Piedmont Park, and shifting its annual date from early May to…

All photos from Insomniac’s website unless noted otherwise Tea parties, Techno and Top hats await Get ready to tumble down the rabbit hole once more as Beyond Wonderland returns to the iconic Gorge Amphitheater in George, Washington, on June 21–22, 2025. This camping festival is…

Salamander Fest is an immersive celebration of music, art, and community, hosted by the Salamander Collective. This year’s festival will take place from June 19th- 22nd at the Jackson Wellsprings in Ashland, Oregon. The event promises a transformative experience, blending soulful…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos from the Movement Website Movement Detroit is more than a festival—it’s a pilgrimage to the birthplace of techno. Returning to Hart Plaza over Memorial Day Weekend (May 24–26), Movement 2025 promises an unforgettable weekend filled with thunderous…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Ismael Quintanilla III and Pooneh Ghana Bonnaroovians, the wait is officially over. Ever since the lineup dropped, the internet’s been buzzing with one question: “When do we get the schedule?!” Well, consider your prayers to the Great Roo answe…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Sound Haven Festival Tennessee’s most beloved bass retreat is back, and Sound Haven 2025 just dropped a lineup that’s making serious waves in the underground scene. Nestled in the ethereal woodlands of Jaceland from July 31 to August 3, Sound H…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by @simplyyyg, @_zachdeloach, @blazejzalewski, @allamma, @veesanders ARC Music Festival is back and bigger than ever! As the Labor Day weekend approaches, fans are gearing up for the ultimate celebration of electronic music at Union Park, Chicago.…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by jstrausservisuals, PatrickHughes, stephportphotos, taragracerfoto, aaronbradleyphotochicago The wait is over, folks—Hulaween 2025 has dropped its highly anticipated lineup, and let us tell you, it’s nothing short of epic. This year marks the 12…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Gina Joy and Matt Winklemeyer The wait is over – Hard Summer 2025 is officially here, and the lineup is every bit as epic as we anticipated! As one of the largest and most diverse music festivals in Southern California, Hard Summer returns to H…

Featured photo by Drew Ressler/rukes.com This spring, beautiful Lake Perris State Park in Southern California will be host to the first ever edition of SLANDER Presents: Starbase. Backed by Insomniac, SLANDER presents us with an immersive weekend, infused with many EDM talents we…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Nathan Zucker There’s nothing like late nights in the middle of June on The Farm, and the 2025 Bonnaroo After Hours lineup is proof that the magic is about to get even wilder. Whether you’re a night owl who lives for those deep, pulsating beats…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Nathan Zucker, Dusana Risovic, Taylor Regulski It’s that magical time of year again! Bonnaroo has officially dropped its 2025 lineup, and trust us, this year’s edition is shaping up to be one of the most unforgettable festivals on The Farm in r…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Juliana Bernstein (@GETTINY) and Jamal Eid (@JAMAL.EID) The anticipation is over! Lightning in a Bottle (LIB), the iconic boutique festival curated by the visionary team at Do LaB, has dropped its 2025 music lineup, and it’s nothing short of ex…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by ALIVE Coverage Electric Forest has officially dropped the curtain on its initial lineup for the 2025 edition, and it’s nothing short of magical. Returning to Rothbury, Michigan, from June 19-22, this globally celebrated festival is primed to de…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by ALIVE Coverage Ultra Music Festival is gearing up to celebrate its 25th anniversary in true underground style with the latest announcement of the RESISTANCE lineup for 2025. The festival’s esteemed underground brand will bring some of the bigge…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos provided by MP3PR If you thought the Moonglade Tour was already massive, think again—Phase II is here, and it’s only going to get bigger! Of The Trees, the Denver-based bass maestro known for his signature “ice hold” bass sound and mind-bending vi…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by ALIVE Coverage As Ultra Music Festival (UMF) gears up for its monumental 25th anniversary in 2025, it’s more than just the beats and the crowd that are getting a special moment in the spotlight. To commemorate this legendary milestone, UMF has…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Keiki Lani-Knudsen // @imkeiki and Miguel Flores // @miguelmonad CRSSD Festival, one of North America’s premier boutique electronic music festivals, is back with an exciting lineup for its 10th-anniversary edition in San Diego! Returning to the…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Steph Port, Patrick Hughes, Tara Gracer, Josh Skolnik Nestled in the enchanting landscape of the Suwannee Music Park, Hulaween is not just another music festival; it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and unforgettable experience…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Jay Strausser Suwannee Hulaween is raising the bar yet again with the launch of its captivating OFF LIMITS Stage, crafted in collaboration with the women-owned event company DEFINE EVERYTHING FUTURE (DEF). This innovative addition is set to deb…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos by Aaron Bradley, Josh Skolink and Tara Gracer As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin their annual transformation, music lovers and festival-goers alike eagerly anticipate one of the most enchanting events of the fall season: Hulaween Music F…

Photo by Jose Reyes On the sunny weekend of September 27th, Lake Perris opened its arms to embrace thousands art and music lovers. Greeted with a smiling and energetic crew, it felt like being welcomed home despite being there for the first time. Each camp showed such displays of…

Written by Rebecca HollmanPhotos provided by MP3 PR Renowned electronic producers INZO & Mersiv are excited to announce the Digital Night Drive Tour, featuring performances across major US cities including Washington D.C.’s Echostage, Atlanta’s The Eastern (Two Nights), NYC’s Gre…

Photos from Same Same But Different Festivals’ Official Facebook Page At Lake Perris State Park in Southern California, splash the heat of September away with Same Same But Different. Returning for its 6th year since 2017, this blossoming festival boasts a stacked lineup, beautif…

Photos by Matalyn Hopkins and Peter Speyer Written Maddie Fisher On June 20th, 2024, Playa Ponderosa welcomed about 2,000 souls with a breath of fresh, pine air for a memorable June Jam weekend. Tents, campers, buses, and art car-villes sprung up throughout the trees and main gro…

Cover photo by Peter Speyer Festival Squad: Thanks for sitting down with us. Could you tell us a little about the history of June Jam and how the festival became the beauty encompassed in the experience today? June Jam: We started June Jam as an intimate regional gathering of lik…

The Desert Hearts Festival at Playa Ponderosa celebrates house and techno music, human connection, and unadulterated joy, spanning 72 hours of non-stop partying. This festival is renowned for its immersive experience, drawing a diverse crowd of magical humans who come together to…

Written by Rebecca Hollman via BigHassle PRPhotos by Nathan Zucker, Dusana Risovic, Taylor Regulski Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival – taking place June 13-16, 2024 on the Bonnaroo Farm, located just 60 miles southeast of Nashville in Manchester, TN – is known worldwide for showcas…

The beating heart of electronic music enthusiasts will synchronize once again as the Desert Hearts Festival makes its triumphant return to Flagstaff, Arizona, from July 4th to 8th. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Playa Ponderosa, this annual extravaganza promises a euphor…