Positivus Festival announce Maximo Park, The Lumineers, Pixies, Ellie Goulding, Alt-J and more!
The Baltic’s biggest popular music and art festival, Positivus are excited to announce the first announced acts for the 2017 edition. Taking place picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva for the 11th time this year - from July 14 – 16, Positivus transports chart-topping headliners, underground emerging talent and exciting art and dance stages to their unspoiled atmospheric coastal setting amid stunning woodland.
The first acts to be announced include;
Maximo Park, The Lumineers, The Pixies, Ellie Goulding, Alt-J, Rae Sremmurd, Kamasi Washington, L.A. Salami, José González, Mew, Austra, JP Cooper, Cigarettes After Sex, Dagamba, Dzelzs Vilks, Pienvedēja Piedzīvojumi. Ray Blk, Eska, Nothing but Thieves, Julia Jacklin, Margaret Glaspy, Bandmaster.
The festival’s main stage - Lattelecom stage will be hosting living legends Pixies on Friday - July 14 alongside formidable rockers Maximo Park who will perform an energising party music for grown ups. Famed British singer Ellie Goulding will wrap up the musical programme on Saturday, July 15, with the festival ending on a spectacular high-note with folk rock melodies from The Lumineers and with the excellent indie alt-rockers Alt-J on Sunday, July 16.
Friday’s Nordea stage is set to feature one of Britain’s most prominent up-and-coming singers JP Cooper, who is currently selling out shows like wildfire and whose recent track has been featured on the Fifty Shades Darker soundtrack. Canadian electronic new-wave project Austra, with a lead singer of Latvian origin, will conclude Saturday’s line-up, with Danish alternative rockers Mew wrapping up Sunday’s repertoire.
Tickets
Tickets for the eleventh Positivus Festival are available at www.positivusfestival.com, in all Biļešu Serviss box offices and Norde ATMs. Tickets can be purchased in the following categories: One day ticket (35 €), Two day ticket (50 €), Three day ticket (75 €), Three day ticket with camping (83 €) and VIP ticket (250 €). Youth from 11 - 16 years old can now purchase the Youth ticket with 50% discount only on www.positivusfestival.com. Ticket prices are set to increase.
About Positvus
Taking place in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva in Latvia, Positivus is the largest music and arts festival in the Baltic States, transporting chart-topping headliners, underground emerging talent and exciting art and dance stages to their unspoiled atmospheric coastal setting amid stunning woodland. Festival goers can dip their toes in the baltic sea or take in the atmosphere in a hammock beneath the trees while enjoying a rich diversity of international chart toppers and underground emerging talent in this idyllic holiday location. Positivus also offers art and dance stages giving festival goers a variety of activities and stalls selling locally made designer clothing and accessories, giving festival goers plenty to see and do during the 3 day event. Positivus was also recognised in the 2013, 2015 and 2016 European Festival Awards being a finalist in the ‘Best Medium Sized Festival’ category and also for ‘Best Festival Line Up’ in 2013. Be Positivus.
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P!NK at Sziget Festival
Sziget Festival is very excited to host P!NK once again at the Island of Freedom. She will open the headline slot of the 7-day party, 9 August, 2017.
Since her debut in 2000, P!nk (Alecia Moore) has released seven records, sold over 60 million albums, over 130 million singles, over 2.4 million DVDs worldwide and has had 14 singles in the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart (four at #1). In addition, she is the recipient of three GRAMMY(r) Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, six MTV Video Music Awards, two MTV Europe Awards, two People's Choice Awards and was named Billboard's "Woman of the Year" in 2013. Her The Truth About Love World Tour played 142 shows in 13 countries. P!nk's August 9th show at Sziget marks a big return to the concert stage!
Sziget Festival takes place on the 'Island of Freedom' a beautiful green island in the middle of Budapest, where more than 500,000 Szitizens unite from more than 100 countries to celebrate. Sziget has received the award for ‘Best Major European Festival’ twice, while last year it was awarded for the festival with the ‘Best Line-Up’. The program of Sziget breaks down to more than 50 venues, where one can not only plan to see top headline acts on the Main Stage, but can experience arts, circus, theatre, dance, yoga and much more with a 24/7 program. Hundreds of acts and programs will take place at the event, representing different genres, keeping the music line-up as colorful as always. Among the line-up one can already find Kasabian, Major Lazer, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Flume, PJ Harvey, Alt-J and many more. This time Wiz Khalifa was announced for the Dan Panaitescu Main Stage as well as Rita Ora. To the endless program of the huge A38 Tent Alex Clare, Dimension, The Courteeners, The Vaccines and Her were confirmed. The gigantic tent of the Arena will welcome Paul Van Dyk and Bassjackers among the already announced other names.
Tickets
Passes are still available for Sziget Festival, both 7-day and 5-day passes. The first 2 days, 9-10 August are not included in the 5-day passes. Day tickets are available for all 7 days. Tickets for a discounted price are available until 31 May. Ticket link: www.szigetfestival.com/tickets
All names announced so far in alphabetical order:
Alex Clare, Alt-J, Andy C, Anne-Marie, Bad Religion, Bassjackers, Bear's Den, Billy Talent, Cashmere Cat, Charli XCX, Chef'Special, Clean Bandit, Crystal Fighters, Danny Brown, De Staat, Dimension, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, DJ Shadow, Dubioza Kolektiv, Flume, Fritz Kalkbrenner, George Ezra, GTA, GusGus, Her, Interpol, Jagwar Ma, Jamie Cullum, Kasabian, Kensington, Leningrad, León, Mac Demarco, Major Lazer, Mando Diao, Maurice West, Metronomy, Nervo, Nothing but Thieves, OH Wonder, Oliver Heldens, Paul van Dyk, P!NK, PJ Harvey, Rita Ora, Rone, Rudimental live, Steve Aoki, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, The Couteeners, The Kills, The Naked and Famous, The Pretty Reckless, The Strypes, The Vaccines, Tom Odell, Two Door Cinema Club, Valentino Khan, Vince Staples, W&W, Watsky, Weval, White Lies, Wiz Khalifa
What: Sziget Festival
Where: Óbuda Island, Budapest, Hungary
When: 9-16 August, 2017
Website: www.szigetfestival.com
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Festival Friday - The Best City Festivals
This #festivalfriday is all about #cityfestivals. Check out our guide to the best city festivals to get the best of both worlds and combine a festival experience with a city break.
Love music and festivals? Love travel and exploring new places? Why not take an extended trip and get your fix of culture, gastronomy, sightseeing, art and music. Forget camping and opt for a few creature comforts. Check in to a hotel or make like a local with airbnb. Heat it up in the heart of Morocco or check out what Amsterdam has to offer this festival season, the choice is yours!
MIX MUSIC AND GASTRONOMY IN BILBAO FOR BILBAO BBK LIVE
Set atop the Kobetamendi Hill with breathtaking views across culture-rich Bilbao, Bilbao BBK Live 2017 will showcase acts including Depeche Mode, The Killers, Die Antwoord, Justice, Phoenix, Two Door Cinema Club, Fleet Foxes, The 1975, Sundara Karma, Cabbage and a whole host of Spanish musical talent. Basoa, the festivals carefully curated dance music space will also play host to uninterrupted party sessions from many of the most-respected names in electronic music including Dixon, The Black Madonna, Andrew Weatherall, Daphni, Job Jobse, DJ Tennis and Motor City Drum Ensemble. With many more acts still to be announced, it’s the perfect excuse for a long weekend in Bilbao, home to the Guggenheim Museum, a vast cultural hub, and the world-famous Basque gastronomic scene.
Line Up: Depeche Mode, The killers, Die Antwoord, Justice, Phoenix, Two Door Cinema Club, Fleet Foxes, Royal Blood, The 1975, Andrew Weatherall, Bawrut, The Black Madonna, Daphni, Dixon and DJ Tennis.
Bilbao BBK Live takes place from 6-8 July 2017. To book tickets visit bilbaobbklive.com
DISCOVER THE BEST ALTERNATIVE MUSIC AT OFF FESTIVAL IN KATOWICE
OFF is a festival for the discerning music fan and the place to discover the best alternative acts from around the world. A truly unique boutique music festival, OFF Festival takes place in ‘Three Lake Valley’, Katowice – a beautiful green oasis in the heart of industrial Silesia. OFF is a way of life, one that flies in the face of current trends and stays true to itself, and the ethos of organiser Artur Rojek is firmly aimed at supporting art and music with the festival bringing many acts to Poland for the first time. OFF Festival’s reputation is growing year on year driven by the festivals forward–thinking, eclectic music policy and it’s bold and eclectic lineups. From the greatest alternative music stars from around the world to the increasingly strong Polish scene, OFF festival has inspiring music in abundance and the organisers and crowd have one serious finger on the pulse when it comes to music.
Line Up: Line Up: Anna Von Hausswolff, BEAK>, Carla Bozulich, Circuit des Yeux, Daniel Johnston, Duzy Jack, Feist, Group A, Helando Negro, Jessy Lanza, Kikagaku Moyo, Kwadrofonik I Artur Rojek, Made in Poland “Martwy Kabaret”, Moor Mother, PJ Harvey, Preoccupations, PRO8L3M, Royal Trux, Shame, Shellac, SIKSA, Silver Apples, Spoiwo, Swans, Taleb Kweli, The Black Madonna, Wolves in the Throne Room with more to be announced.
OFF Festival takes place from 4-6 August 2017. 3-day tickets from £52 available at off-festival.pl
A WEEK LONG FESTIVAL HOLIDAY ON THE ISLAND OF FREEDOM AT SZIGET IN BUDAPEST
Proud winner of the ‘Best Major European Festival’ award in 2015 and 2011, and ‘Best Festival Line Up’ in 2016, Sziget Festival is one of the biggest multicultural events of Europe. Taking place on the picturesque Óbuda Island in Budapest, Sziget welcomes over 490,000 visitors from over 100 countries to express themselves on their self-proclaimed Island of Freedom. Sziget is not just about music, with more than 50 program venues offering festival goers the chance to experience many different things including; circus, theatre and dance, art and installations, yoga and sports and a huge variety of food. There is also has a beach area where fans can truly enjoy the summer and the Danube. With so much on offer in the heart of Budapest, Sziget provides a complete festival-holiday experience with a week long party, great live concerts and all the attractions the city has to offer such as beautiful historic buildings, thermal spas and special ’ruin pubs’.
Line up: Alex Clare, Alt-J, Andy C, Anne-Marie, Bad Religion, Bassjackers, Bear's Den, Billy Talent, Cashmere Cat, Charli XCX, Chef'Special, Clean Bandit, Crystal Fighters, Danny Brown, De Staat, Dimension, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, DJ Shadow, Dubioza Kolektiv, Flume, Fritz Kalkbrenner, George Ezra, GTA, GusGus, Interpol, Jagwar Ma, Jamie Cullum, Kasabian, Kensington, Leningrad, León, Mac Demarco, Major Lazer, Mando Diao, Maurice West, Metronomy, Nervo, Nothing but Thieves, OH Wonder, Oliver Heldens, Paul van Dyk, PJ Harvey, Rita Ora, Rone, Rudimental live, Steve Aoki, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, The Couteeners, The Kills, The Naked and Famous, The Pretty Reckless, The Strypes, The Vaccines, Tom Odell, Two Door Cinema Club, Valentino Khan, Vince Staples, W&W, Watsky, Weval, White Lies, Wiz Khalifa
Sziget takes place from 9-16 August 2017. 7-day tickets from £175 available at szigetfestival.com.
DANCE BENEATH THE STARS AT OASIS FESTIVAL ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF MARRAKECH
Nestled on the outskirts of the bustling city of Marrakech in the luxurious surroundings of the Source music resort, Oasis brings a slice of festival paradise to Morocco, shining the light on North Africa as the latest must-visit festival destination. In addition to the cutting-edge music programme, there is ample opportunity to nourish the mind, body and soul with daily yoga, massage and reflexology. Guests can also experience Moroccan culture on-site with authentic local street food, a wide selection of locally produced and organic products, market vendors, henna artists and more. With the ‘Red City’ of Marrakech just 10 minutes from the festival it’s also the perfect opportunity to explore the rich Berber, Arabic and Moorish culture, historic sights, desert landscapes, souks, spas and aromatic cuisine.
Line Up: Amine K, Auntie Flo, Charlotte De Witte, Chloe, Jeremy Underground, Karenn live, Karmon, Kenny Glasgow B2B My Favourite Robot, KiNK live, Maceo Plex, Marcel dettmann, Mike Servito, Moodymann, Polyswitch, Solomun, Thris Tian, Young Marco with more to be announced.
Oasis takes place from 15-17 September 2017. To book tickets visit theoasisfest.com.
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN ELECTRONIC MUSIC CULTURE AT THE AMSTERDAM DANCE EVENT
Amsterdam’s thriving club and nightlife scene is well documented and for 5 days a year the city becomes the centre of the electronic music world as over 375,000 visitors flock to the city for the Amsterdam Dance Event. The ultimate music festival for fans of electronic music takes place from 18-22 October in 2017, featuring more than 2,200 international artists performing in more than 100 of Amsterdam’s most celebrated venues including Melkweg, Closure, Gashouder, Claire, Shelter, Paradiso, the NDSM Docklands and De School. In addition to the extensive line-up of the ADE Festival, ADE also offers music enthusiasts a large and varied daytime program featuring a wealth of dance music-related exhibitions, films, documentaries, DJ showcases, gear master classes and artist Q&A’s, taking place across Amsterdam’s five main districts, utilising historical locations and unique venues across the city.
ADE takes place from 18-22 October 2017. To book tickets visit amsterdam-dance-event.nl.
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EXIT Festival reveals Club Partners for No Sleep Novi Sad Stage
The famous No Sleep Novi Sad stage at EXIT Festival will once more invite their audience into a different world-acclaimed club on each of the four nights at the colossal Petrovaradin Fortress! The magic of certain legendary venues does not come from the bricks and mortar, but from their specific spirit, rich history and the program which has been in carefully selected since the previous edition. Last summer, this infallible formula was proven in practice by the three-decade old symbol of Barcelona, the Nitsa club, Berlin techno institution Tresor, and Concrete, the famous Parisian club, whose night was the antics right before the grand finale jointly put by Vienna’s Grelle Forelle and Belgrade techno cathedral Drugstore. This year, in the very well-known trench, from July 6 to 9, we are on the list for another four sleepless nights!
No Sleep Novi Sad pres. Club-Partners at EXIT 2017: https://youtu.be/jMdau0s8AoU
At the very start we are in for a huge celebration of 30 years since the uncompromising music got spun at the iconic Sub Club in Glasgow! “The greatest small club in the world”, as some popularly call it, was chosen among the 12 best clubs in the world by Resident Advisor, who threw a month of parties at 22 Jamaica St where the "Subbie" is at bay! Known for the exceptionally warm and intimate atmosphere boosted by the specially projected sound where the bass kicks you from the floor upwards, Sub Club has always been at the centre of the Glaswegian music scene which was first to acknowledge the likes of Daft Punk, Slam, Jackmaster and so many more. It would all be impossible without the resident DJs such as the legendary duet Harri & Domenic whose “Sub Culture” has been taking place every Saturday for the last 25 years, making it the longest residency in the world! The Scottish submarine prepared a special crew for this opportunity that will soon be announced, emerging into the fortress on Thursday, July 6. This night will be the part of “30 Years of Sub Club” tour which will also head to London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Athens, Oslo and other destinations.
After Berlin’s Tresor introduced the techno's present and past on last year’s Friday night, we are in for a visit from another monolith of the global techno culture, the club that has been opened for the last two and a half decades – Fuse from Brussels! Back in the mid-90's the club was spot-on to host the likes of Carl Cox, Laurent Garnier, Sven Väth and Richie Hawtin, while today they seem to pick all the next-gen stars like Psyk, Antigone, Francois X and Bjarki. Fuse's future is secure with the resident whose fame is rising at a dazzling rate, Charlotte De Witte, who is following the legacy of the legendary Pierre, the symbol of this Belgium club. From the same lab, a year later came the famous “I Love Techno” festival, whose first performers were Daft Punk, Dave Clarke and Jeff Mills. At the turn of the century, the notorious mix CDs came under the Fuse banner, which has recently started off as record label hosting some of the most sought-after techno producers like Henning Baer and Goldffinch.
Another anniversary will be marked at #NSNS when the favourite London hip place Corsica Studios opens its doors on Saturday! The epicentre of British capital's art life is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, and the hosts of their party will be the impeccable London promoter and a venerated club-night Avant Garde, that so far presented only super-exciting artists such as Pantha Du Prince, Royksopp, Modeselektor, Function, Pachanga Boys, and numerous others. Team behind Avant Garde are hosting many of their events at Corsica Studios which is far more than a club, having one of the best sound installations in UK. At the same time, it is also a cultural centre, a gallery, a creative hub and a place where the artistic core of the city comes together. This place and its DIY philosophy have grown into quite a phenomenon and you can see Thom Yorke, Jamie xx, Hot Chip, James Murphy or Little Dragon playing there. Just the other night, Bjork did a surprise DJ set and the Radiohead is launching their albums at Corsica. Techno icon himself Jeff Mills wanted to mark the 20 years of his record label Axis for 200 invitees witnessing a nine-hour set which, according to Pitchfork, left “grown men in tears”!
The finale at EXIT will also get super-emotional, since the family reunites: Concrete is coming back HOME! After the Parisians sent their "vanguard" quartet last year, the fully-fledged Gallic expedition is coming in twice the number, with the desire to turn the whole trench in front of them into the most famous boat on the Seine! When Resident Advisor placed Concrete among the 12 best clubs in the world last summer, their very unique story was dubbed “How Paris got its groove back”. The club was a spontaneous creation arising from barely-legal rave parties at various location. After a police raid, the final location became a sizeable three-deck barge, anchored in the centre of Paris. At the start, five years ago, the parties would begin at 7 am on a Sunday and last until 2 am next day. Later, other days were also introduced, with following all-night sessions, but on the 8th of March this year, it was the mayor of Paris that personally supported Concrete's new 24-hour licence, which meant that the club officially became an important institution of culture for the City of Lights! Unstoppable in their plans since the day 1, Concrete have since launched the revered Weather festival, along with their own record label while their residents are now well-established artists with busy schedules and rave reviews from the fans and media alike.
The list of performers for each club will be revealed in the following days, and after Belgrade, Barcelona and Vienna, the next No Sleep events will soon be announced, while a completely new, beach edition of the No Sleep stage will appear at this year’s Sea Dance Festival at the turquoise Adriatic coast in Montenegro!
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Wiz Khalifa, Rita Ora, Paul Van Dyk, The Vaccines and more for Sziget Festival
Sziget Festival, one of the biggest multicultural music & arts festival, will once again host a colorful music program. This time Wiz Khalifa, Rita Ora, Paul Van Dyk, The Vaccines and more have been announced to the line-up.
Sziget Festival takes place on the 'Island of Freedom' a beautiful green island in the middle of Budapest, where more than 500,000 Szitizens unite from more than 100 countries to celebrate. Sziget has received the award for ‘Best Major European Festival’ twice, while last year it was awarded for the festival with the ‘Best Line-Up’. The program of Sziget breaks down to more than 50 venues, where one can not only plan to see top headline acts on the Main Stage, but can experience arts, circus, theatre, dance, yoga and much more with a 24/7 program. Hundreds of acts and programs will take place at the event, representing different genres, keeping the music line-up as colorful as always. Among the line-up one can already find Kasabian, Major Lazer, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Flume, PJ Harvey, Alt-J and many more. This time Wiz Khalifa was announced for the Dan Panaitescu Main Stage as well as Rita Ora. To the endless program of the huge A38 Tent Alex Clare, Dimension, The Courteeners, The Vaccines and Her were confirmed. The gigantic tent of the Arena will welcome Paul Van Dyk and Bassjackers among the already announced other names.
Line up (A-Z):
Alex Clare, Alt-J, Andy C, Anne-Marie, Bad Religion, Bassjackers, Bear's Den, Billy Talent, Cashmere Cat, Charli XCX, Chef'Special, Clean Bandit, Crystal Fighters, Danny Brown, De Staat, Dimension, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, DJ Shadow, Dubioza Kolektiv, Flume, Fritz Kalkbrenner, George Ezra, GTA, GusGus, Her, Interpol, Jagwar Ma, Jamie Cullum, Kasabian, Kensington, Leningrad, León, Mac Demarco, Major Lazer, Mando Diao, Maurice West, Metronomy, Nervo, Nothing but Thieves, OH Wonder, Oliver Heldens, Paul van Dyk, PJ Harvey, Rita Ora, Rone, Rudimental live, Steve Aoki, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, The Couteeners, The Kills, The Naked and Famous, The Pretty Reckless, The Strypes, The Vaccines, Tom Odell, Two Door Cinema Club, Valentino Khan, Vince Staples, W&W, Watsky, Weval, White Lies, Wiz Khalifa.
What: Sziget Festival
Where: Óbuda Island, Budapest, Hungary
When: 9-16 August, 2017
Website: www.szigetfestival.com
Ticket link: http://szigetfestival.com/tickets/category/entry-ticket
Discounted tickets are available until 31st May.
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Next wave of acts for EXIT Festival: Years & Years, Lost Frequencies, Noisia and more
The British hit trio Years & Years have just confirmed that they will perform on EXIT’s main stage on Friday, July 7th! Hits of this band have been all over the world’s radio stations in the last few years, with several receiving constant daily play, with "King", "Shine", "Desire", "Take Shelter", "Eyes Shut", "Worship" and others leading the fray. Up until another EXIT star, Rag’N’Bone Man, took over with “Human”, the “Communion” album by Years & Years was the fastest selling debut album of this decade, and also the first on the British album top list! After having already enchanted audiences at Glasto, Coachella, Lollapalooza and other leading festivals of the world, they are arriving to EXIT bringing new songs written in collaboration with the electro-pop icons, Pet Shop Boys. Another hit-master is coming to the fortress, in the form of Lost Frequencies! After blowing away the crowd at Sea Dance last July, he is bringing several new hits, including “Beautiful Life” and the new version of the 90s cult hit “What is Love”! Main stage will reach boiling point this year, as the Duch bass superstars, Noisia, are bringing their live show, eponymous to their “Outer Edges” album. Whoever had the opportunity to watch this visual spectacle will tell you only one thing: train hard!
New wave of stars for EXIT 2017: https://youtu.be/IWgW7_Mxs2g
The Fusion stage is also getting filled - alongside the cult punks The Damned new act confirmed for one of the favourite stages at EXIT is a real princess– not from a fairytale though, but from New York ghetto! Straight from Spanish Harlem, Princess Nokia is coming to the fortress with hit songs “Kitana” and “Tomboy”. Princess Nokia is the alter ego collective by Destiny Ortiz, rapper whose skills came to the fore when she was joined by Chris "Owwwls" Lara, famous for the production of Azealia Banks.
Exit Festival will take place from 5 to 9 July at the Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia. Confirmed acts for EXIT already include The Killers, Liam Gallagher, Years&Years, Solomun b2b Dixon, Hardwell, Rag’n’Bone Man, Jake Bugg, Paul Kalkbrenner, Jamie Jones, Alan Walker, Lost Frequencies, Faithless DJ Set, The Damned, Duke Dumont, Robin Shulz, Foreign Beggars, Hot Since 82, Noisia Outer Edges, Discharge, Destruction and many more.
This year connects four regional festival in a unique EXIT Summer of Love 2017. First in line is Sea Star which is held on May 26th and 27th in Umag, followed by the Revolution Festival in Timisoara, on June 2nd and 3rd, and right after the EXIT Festival, held between July 5th and 9th, the fourth edition of the Sea Dance Festival is waiting, from July 13th to 15th!
Tickets are available at http://exit-festival.eventgenius.co.uk/events/Exit-Summer-of-Love-2017/index.html
Accommodation and travel arrangements can be found at Exit’s official travel agency, ExitTrip’s webiste here https://www.exittrip.org/en
OFF Festival Katowice: Everything from poetry to noise
As always, the OFF Festival is all about intense emotions: from Feist’s touching, ethereal songs to guitar-driven roller coasters like Preoccupations and Royal Trux.
Feist
Leslie Feist is a charismatic Canadian singer who follows her own path between tasteful indie pop and an original interpretation of American folk. She’s a favorite with audiences and the music industry for her unique character, a quality that’s most evident in her solo albums and her contributions to Broke Social Scene. Feist has been showered with trophies, including several Juno Awards and the Polaris Prize, and nominations to the world’s most prestigious music awards — the Grammys and BRIT Awards. Many of her songs have been featured in films, commercials, and the repertoires of other artists — James Blake’s career took off after he released his cover of “Limit to Your Love.” There’s a lot to look forward to this year, with new records coming out by both Broken Social Scene and Feist (her long-awaited fifth solo album), and — something we’re particularly excited about — the artist’s first performance in Poland. At the OFF Festival, of course.
Preoccupations
Another Canadian addition to our lineup, Preoccupations debuted in 2015 with the then-self-titled album Viet Cong. The band later discovered that the reference to the name of the Communist forces of Vietnam was too much for some people, so they rebranded themselves as Preoccupations and followed up with a sophomore release in the fall of 2016, the once again eponymously-titled Preoccupations. It was every bit as good as the debut, but much richer: a post-punk roller coaster with new loops and corkscrews, from industrial and noise rock to ambient and shoegaze. As one Pitchfork reviewer points out, Preoccupations is a nod to both Swans and Echo and the Bunnymen, yet the band communicates with its audience in its own vivid language.
Royal Trux
A band’s dissolution doesn’t have to spell bad news: the breakup of the punk act Pussy Galore, for example, led to the formation of two more excellent groups. The first was The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion; the other was Royal Trux. The duo formed by Neil Hagerty and Jennifer Herrema spent the entire 90s exploring their own vision of noise rock (or rather noise rock’n’roll). This year at the OFF Festival, we’ll be celebrating Royal Trux’s comeback following a nearly two-decade hiatus. And we hope they’re back for good, because they’ve got the kind of energy the world needs.
PRO8L3M
Anyone who saw their mind-blowing performance two years ago was probably willing to bet a hundred bucks they’d be back. And that would have been a winning bet. But no one could have predicted that the nostalgic yet urban vibe of their debut album Art Brut would be reforged into the dystopian futuristic visions assembled on their follow-up concept album. Simply titled PRO8L3M, the record reinforced Oskar and Steez’s presence on the scene while proving that the horizons of hip-hop go on forever.
Made In Poland plays Martwy Kabaret
A Kraków-based band that evolved out of the punk crew known as Exhumacja. One of the leading representatives of the Polish cold wave, i.e., sulky, hypnotic post-punk. Revolutions in guitar rock took a while to seep into the Polish People’s Republic, so it’s no wonder that Made In Poland achieved cult status: they were among the few contemporary acts that actually responded to what was going on on the international music scene. Unfortunately, the lyrics to their planned mid-80s record Martwy Kabaret were rejected by the censorship bureau and the album was never recorded. It was ultimately released in 2008 as a collection of archival recordings which turned out to have retained every bit of their original power.
Shame
With their compelling music, political awareness, and highly-charged stage presence, this London-based group has revived our faith in young guitar bands. Cheeky and catchy at the same time, they nod to the rich heritage of British punk while incorporating the street sounds of recent years, from The Streets to Sleaford Mods. Their fall 2016 debut EP The Lick / Gold Hole earned an enthusiastic reception, and everyone’s looking forward to their full-length debut. And we’re looking forward to their show in Katowice.
Duży Jack
Originally formed as an excuse to play live covers of Starzy Singers songs, this band must have done something right, because they’re still here today. Duży Jack (“Big Jack”) is what you use to plug a big guitar into a big amp to make big noise, and that’s precisely what you can expect to hear on Uczucia, the band’s excellent debut record, and at their show in Katowice: pure, distilled hard core/noise rock/rock’n’roll.
Spoiwo
We always roll out the red carpet at the OFF Festival for representatives of the tri-city scene, because they’re guaranteed to be bearing gifts of intriguing and original sounds, and Spoiwo is no exception. Their trademark take on post rock has garnered attention from audiences in Poland and abroad. But that’s just what you’d expect from music that crosses genre boundaries.
About OFF
OFF is a festival for the discerning music fan and the place to discover the best alternative acts from around the world. A truly unique boutique music festival, OFF Festival takes place in ‘Three Lake Valley’, Katowice – a beautiful green oasis in the heart of industrial Silesia. OFF is a way of life, one that flies in the face of current trends and stays true to itself, and the ethos of organiser Artur Rojek is firmly aimed at supporting art and music with the festival bringing many acts to Poland for the first time. OFF Festival’s reputation is growing year on year driven by the festivals forward–thinking, eclectic music policy and it’s bold and eclectic lineups. From the greatest alternative music stars from around the world to the increasingly strong Polish scene, OFF festival has inspiring music in abundance and the organisers and crowd have one serious finger on the pulse when it comes to music.
OFF Festival takes place from 4-6 August 2017. 3-day tickets from £52 available at off-festival.pl.
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FINAL LINEUP FOR DAVE CLARKE STAGE AT TOMORROWLAND
Taking the helm of the ‘Arch Stage’ on Sunday 23rd July Dave Clarke will continue to bring his passion for techno to Tomorrowland, flying the flag for the sounds of the underground. Joining the previously announced Ben Klock, Ken Ishii and Len Faki will be Blade & Beard, Charlotte de Witte, Fabrice Lig and Rebekeh.
Blade & Beard are the Iranian dj’s at the centre of Tehran’s underground techno scene who risked their lives for their passion. We can’t wait to be inspired by these dj’s who fought for what they believe in. Now that’s true anarchic techno spirit, fitting for Dave Clarke’s stage. Belgium Dj Charlotte de Witte is gaurenteed to get you moving embracing the dark side of techno and she is ready to bring raw emotion and melancholy to her set at Tomorrowland. Again from Belgium Fabrice Lig has created a sound of his own, inspired by the techno soul of Detroit, the spirit of Jazz and soul, the groove from funk music and the beats of N-Y 80’s electro. Last but by no means least Rebekah, who’s ferocious sound and love affair with the harder sounds has established her as one of the leading exponents of techno on the global circuit. Let her unleash the beast at Tomorrowland.
This will be the 6th year in a row Clarke has been entrusted with his own stage at Tomorrowland, a responsibility he doesn’t take lightly. Each year he aims to put techno firmly at the forefront at this globally renowned festival, bringing the best artists the scene has to offer to his stage with this years line up being one of the strongest yet.
With Clarke at the helm, this is going to be an electric mix cutting-edge underground dance music with something for every discerning music lover.
Full Line Up:
Ben Klock, Blade & Beard, Charlotte de Witte, Dave Clarke, Fabrice Lig, Ken Ishii, Len Faki, Rebekah
Tomorrowland 2017 will take place at take place in Boom on two consecutive weekends from 21 – 23 July and 28th – 30th July. This year’s theme, 'Amicorum Spectaculum', will make the domain De Schorre enchant you as you dance and bond together with friends to the tune of the finest melodies. It literally means gathering friends and artists at unique times and in exceptional settings. In a few months’ time, ‘Amicorum Spectaculum’ will reveal more of its magical secrets…
More info and tickets here: http://www.tomorrowland.com/
ABOUT DAVE CLARKE
He may be known as The Baron Of Techno, a moniker given to him by renowned BBC Radio DJ / journalist John Peel, but Dave Clarke has an anarchist streak a mile wide and punk in his soul, having no truck with establishment figures or authoritarianism.
A hard working purist, forward thinking futurist, technology geek, part Gothic and gadget lover who embraced the digital revolution in an early stage while his peers where still sniffing the smell of vinyl, a format he hasn’t used professionally in eleven years. It’s unsurprising he revels in the libertarianism of the World Wide Web. It gives symmetry to his savvy techno vision.
As a talented DJ and producer Dave Clarke will continue his newfound love for making music, gather air miles by the gallon and preach his vision on techno both on the decks
and on the radio, whilst never forgetting the long and bumpy journey he had to undertake to get where he is now: on top of the game, respected by both fans and peers and very much relevant in today’s scene. “He might be established, but he will never be establishment”. http://www.daveclarke.com/
ABOUT TOMORROWLAND
Tomorrowland is gearing up for ‘Amicorum Spectaculum’, the theme of the 13th edition of the music festival that brings the whole world together in late July each year in Boom. On the dance floor, you'll find visitors from every corner of the globe, but musically as well, Tomorrowland is a melting pot of all genres, styles and sub styles in electronic music. Never before has Tomorrowland offered such a wide scope in musical diversity, innovation and experience. No fewer than 1000 artists, including young talents and established names, will perform throughout the two weekends, guaranteeing an experience like no other.
Tomorrowland 2017, Belgium, 21-22-23 & 28-29-30 July 2017
More info here: http://www.tomorrowland.com/
CONTACT:
Nikki McNeill @ Global Publicity
nikki@globalpublicuty.co.uk
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Festival Friday - Music and Travel
This Festival Friday is all about Music & Travel and the best places to party in 2017!
Discover some of the best party hotspots on the planet this summer, make new friends and dance the night away under the stars in the most exciting international destinations imaginable. From a vibrant festival scene in The Netherlands, to the spiritual home of dance music in Ibiza, plus party and festival hotspots all over Eastern Europe, Spain, Morocco and beyond there’s plenty to keep you busy this summer. Why not combine your memorable party moments with a city break or beach holiday? Mix idyllic coastlines, picturesque views, unique architecture, culture and gastronomic delights for the perfect festival break. Here’s 10 of the best places to party in 2017!
IBIZA
It goes without saying that Ibiza is a paradise for party-goers, this sunny oasis has long been the spiritual home of dance music and club culture. Enjoy the warm sunshine and sun-drenched days pool side and party into the night at some of the world's best clubs and parties. For those looking to balance out the party life with some much-deserved r&r, there’s a wealth of yoga retreats and tranquil sandy beaches on the island, making for the most picture-perfect party location.
This summer Ibiza enters an exciting new chapter with the much-anticipated launch of Hï Ibiza, the brand new superclub by Ushuaïa Entertainment. The club formerly known as Space will be elevated to new heights, with a fresh new look and the most advanced sound and technologies on the island. From May through September Hï Ibiza will play host to the finest selectors from the global electronic music scene, including Apollonia, Black Coffee, Joris Voorn, Kölsch, Luciano and Nic Fanciulli. Don’t miss the club’s Opening Party on Sunday 28th May, which promises to be a historic moment in club culture and one of this year’s essential party destinations.
Be like a local…
Drink: Hierbas
Eat: Sobrasada
Say Cheers: Salud!
Hï Ibiza parties all through the summer from May - September. To book tickets visit www.hiibiza.com
THE NETHERLANDS
There must be something in the water in Holland, with the sheer number of festivals that take place in the country every year! Whether you’re into rock, pop, indie or electronic music there’s literally hundreds of events to choose from. With a flourishing Dutch music scene too, it’s the perfect time to look out for emerging acts like Klangstof and Amber Arcades or Dutch DJs Tom Trago, Mirella Kroes, Hunee, Steve Rachmad and more. Why not combine a festival with a city break to Amsterdam, where you can take in the laid back atmosphere, wander the cobbled streets and canals and check out one of the most cutting-edge nightlife scenes in Europe?
Join one of the biggest parties of the year at the 25th edition of Lowlands festival! The Dutch answer to Reading & Leeds, has an extensive multi-genre line-up featuring over 250 acts including Mumford & Sons, The xx, Editors, alt-J, Bastille, Cypress Hill, Michael Kiwanuka, Ben Klock, Dixon, Glass Animals, Talaboman and more. When it comes to electronic music, the world’s longest running dance music festival Mysteryland has it all. Over 346 acts, criss-crossing house, techno, disco, African beats, vinyl-only, hardstyle, hip hop and feel-good bands, plus an extensive arts and culture line-up. For the underground heads there’s also Welcome to the Future festival, a celebration of underground electronic music culture with a cutting-edge house and techno lineup, featuring Audion, Claptone, Jackmaster, Lil Louis, Loco Dice, Ross From Friends, Sandrien, Tom Trago and many more.
Be like a local…
Drink: Kopstoot
Eat: Stroopwafel
Say Cheers: Proost!
Lowlands takes place from 18th - 20th August. To book tickets visit lowlands.nl
Mysteryland takes place from 26 - 27 August 2017. To book tickets visit mysteryland.nl
Welcome to the Future takes place on 22 July. To book tickets visit welcometothefuture.nl
MOROCCO
Few countries hold as much dreamy fascination for travellers as Morocco. From the Sahara desert, Berber towns and sandy coastlines there is so much to be explored, especially in the ‘Red City’ of Marrakech. The winding alleyways of the Medina give way to the bustling souks, filled with brightly coloured silks, spice baskets and the most delicious local cuisine. Relax and unwind at the hammam and indulge yourself with massage or take in the breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains, the Jardin Marjorelle and stunning architecture that the country has to offer. The city also has a growing music and festival scene, thanks in part to Oasis festival, which kick-started the festival scene there back in 2015.
Nestled on the outskirts of the bustling city of Marrakech in the luxurious surroundings of the Source music resort, Oasis brings a slice of festival paradise to Morocco, shining the light on North Africa as the latest must-visit festival destination. In addition to the cutting-edge music programme featuring Richie Hawtin, Nicolas Jaar, Marcel Dettmann ,Charlotte De Witte, Chloe, and many more, there is ample opportunity to nourish the mind, body and soul with daily yoga, massage and reflexology. Guests can also experience Moroccan culture on-site with authentic local street food, a wide selection of locally produced and organic products, market vendors, henna artists and more. There’s no doubt Oasis is one of this year’s most unique party experiences!
Be like a local…
Drink: Mint Tea
Eat: Pastilla
Say Cheers: Fe sahetek
Oasis takes place from 15-17 September 2017. To book tickets visit theoasisfest.com
SPAIN
Spain is a mix of old and new, modern and traditional. Think cathedrals, world-class art, stunning architecture, beautiful sandy beaches, a buzzing nightlife and a thriving festival scene. It’s no wonder Spain has long been the go-to destination for British travellers and the Basque country’s Bilbao has everything to offer, and more! This culture-rich city is full of character and there’s plenty to keep you busy. Visitors can head to one of the many museums and art galleries, including the world-famous Guggenheim, take a street art tour, check out the world-famous Basque gastronomic scene or sample some of the region’s famous Pintxos and Kalimotxos (Cola and Red Wine!) along the way.
The Spanish sure know how to party too! When it comes to Bilbao, it’s fiesta time when Bilbao BBK Live festival comes to town, taking over the stunning Kobetamendi Hill with breathtaking views across the city. This year’s line-up features acts including Depeche Mode, The Killers, Justice, Phoenix, Two Door Cinema Club, Fleet Foxes, The 1975, Sundara Karma and a whole host of Spanish musical talent. Plus, Basoa, the festivals carefully curated dance music space will also play host to uninterrupted party sessions from many of the most-respected names in electronic music including Dixon, The Black Madonna, Andrew Weatherall and Motor City Drum Ensemble.
Be like a local…
Drink: Kalimotxos (Cola and Red Wine!)
Eat: Pintxos
Say Cheers: Salud!
Bilbao BBK Live takes place from 6-8 July 2017. To book tickets visit bilbaobbklive.com
SERBIA
This friendly, warm and welcoming country is a hell of a lot of fun. Capital city Belgrade has become one of the most happening cities in Europe rivalling Berlin as the go-to party destination but the best place to get your music fix is Novi Sad’s Exit Festival which sees music fans from all over the world descend on this cultural hotspot. Visitors can take in the beautiful, scenic views across the River Danube, wander through pretty parks, outdoor cafes and its bustling bars. Nicknamed the ‘Athens of Serbia’, this vibrant, creative city oozes history and it’s laid-back liberal vibe makes for the perfect festival spot.
Just a short ride away from Belgrade, the magical Petrovaradin Fortress set high on the banks of the river Danube in Novi Sad provides the perfect setting for EXIT Festival. Started as a student protest in 2000 fighting for political change and freedom, EXIT continues to spread positive vibes, promoting change and positive education, supporting many community and humanitarian missions, while throwing a damn good party. The award winning festival has something for music lovers of all genres with a diverse mix of artists performing on numerous stages connected by cobbled streets, ramparts and tunnels. Also renowned for it’s amazing atmosphere and energy the Dance Arena champions the who’s who in the electronic music world set in the awe-inspiring moat of the fortress! With acts including Liam Gallagher, Solumum & Dixon B2B, Paul Kalkbrenner, Hardwell, Rag’n’Bone Man, Jake Bugg, Hot Since 82 and more this is set to be a huge year.. EXIT. Where hedonism meets activism.
Be like a local…
Drink: Rakija
Eat: Sarma
Say Cheers: živeli
Exit Festival takes place from 6-9 July 2017. 4-day tickets from £79 available at exitfest.org.
LATVIA
Best described as a quaint unspoilt parkland with its cosmopolitan city of Riga, Latvia has retained its charm whilst also offering the best in nightlife. Riga is the perfect pre-festival pit stop, take in the stunning art-nouveau architecture, wander the winding cobbled streets of the old town and dip into the city’s burgeoning nightlife scene before you escape to one of the country’s biggest summer party destinations - Positivus Festival.
Taking place in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva, Positivus is the largest music and arts festival in the Baltic States, transporting chart-topping headliners, underground emerging talent and exciting art and dance stages to their unspoiled atmospheric coastal setting amid stunning woodland. Festival goers can dip their toes in the baltic sea or take in the atmosphere in a hammock beneath the trees while enjoying a rich diversity of international chart toppers and underground emerging talent in this idyllic holiday location. Positivus also offers art and dance stages giving festival goers a variety of activities and stalls selling locally made designer clothing and accessories, giving festival goers plenty to see and do during the 3 day event.
Be like a local…
Drink: Riga Black Balsam
Eat: karbonāde
Say Cheers: Priekā
Positivus takes place from 14th to 16th July. 3 day festival passes from £67 positivusfestival.com
POLAND
Poland offers the perfect getaway for party people wanting to get their culture fix. Steeped in history, travellers can explore museums, monuments, castles and the country’s well known club culture. Made famous in the 90’s, the underground techno scene was compared to that of Berlins with a pioneering outlook on electronic music. This has been culminated today through the curation of some of the most interesting and unique festivals on the scene including Katowice’s OFF Festival..
OFF is a festival for the discerning music fan and the place to discover the best alternative acts from around the world. A truly unique boutique music festival, OFF Festival takes place in ‘Three Lake Valley’, Katowice – a beautiful green oasis in the heart of industrial Silesia. OFF Festival’s reputation is growing year on year driven by the festivals forward–thinking, eclectic music policy and it’s bold and eclectic lineups. From the greatest alternative music stars from around the world to the increasingly strong Polish scene, OFF festival has inspiring music in abundance and the organisers and crowd have one serious finger on the pulse when it comes to music, this year will see Swans, Daniel Johnston, Shellac, Jessy Lanza and many more take to the stage.
Be like a local…
Drink: Balsam Pomorski
Eat: Bigos
Say Cheers: Na zdrowie
OFF Festival takes place from 4-6 August 2017. 3-day tickets from £52 available at off-festival.pl.
HUNGARY
Famed for its architecture and romantic scenery, Hungary has become to be known as ’The Paris of the East’. Wander through the sunny streets making pit stops at local eateries to sample the delicious local cuisine and visit the Palatinus Baths to relax and unwind the mind. At night the vibrant city comes alive, explore the special ‘ruin pubs’ and if you want the best tips on where to go ask the friendly locals who are always happy to help! After a night in Budapest you’re sure to be in the party spirit ready for a week long adventure at Sziget festival which offers the ultimate party holiday experience.
Proud winner of the ‘Best Major European Festival’ award in 2015 and 2011, and ‘Best Festival Line Up’ in 2016, Sziget Festival is one of the biggest multicultural events of Europe. Taking place on the picturesque Óbuda Island in Budapest, Sziget welcomes over 490,000 visitors from over 100 countries to express themselves at the week long party on their self-proclaimed Island of Freedom. Sziget is not just about music, with more than 50 program venues offering festival goers the chance to experience many different things including; circus, theatre and dance, art and installations, yoga and sports and a huge variety of food. There is also has a beach area where fans can truly enjoy the summer and the Danube. Acts for 2017 include PJ Harvey, The Kills, Alt-J, Major Lazer and many more!
Be like a local…
Drink: Pálinka
Eat: Goulash
Say Cheers: Fenékig
Sziget takes place from 9-16 August 2017. 7-day tickets from £175 available at szigetfestival.com.
MONTENEGRO
Recently listed by Skyscanner as the number 1 cheapest holiday destination for 2017 this country is well worth checking out. Montenegro has towering mountains perfect for hiking and mountain biking as well as some of the world’s best unspoiled beaches on the Adriatic Sea. And if that wasn’t enough Montenegro featured in the James Bond Film Casino Royale and if it’s good enough for Bond, it’s good enough for us!
Award winning Sea Dance festival gathers each year fans from over 50 countries from all over the world, and impressive line up of more than 100 hottest international music stars. This year, fourth edition of the festival, will be held in Budva from 13th to 15th July, in Budva, Montenegro with acts including John Newman and Sean Paul. Voted best European medium-sized festival, Sea Dance has proven much within just three short years. Stunning location, world renowned artists and outstanding productions make this festival a must see. Save the date and experience Sea Dance festival on Europe's hottest summer destination, city of Budva, Montenegro.
Be Like a Local...
Drink: Prvijenac
Eat: Punjene paprike
Say Cheers: Zivjeli
Sea Dance Festival takes place from 13-15th July 2017. To book tickets visit seadancefestival.me
AUSTRIA
The famously beautiful Austria offers the most stunning alpine scenery, incredible architecture and also plenty of museums, bars, cafes and a buzzing club scene. Fading between the cultural capital of Vienna and the natural beauty of the Austrian Alps there’s so much to be explored. Home to the annual Snowbombing festival, the Alpine village of Mayrhofen has even earned the title of ‘Party Capital of the Alps’!
When it comes to snow and music festivals, Snowbombing is the reigning king of the scene. A festival up a mountain 8,497ft above ordinary, in one of the finest ski resorts in Europe, showcasing world class acts in the most unique venues imaginable - think igloo raves, enchanted forest parties and mountain-top stages! The world’s no. 1 festival on snow takes place from 3-8 April, with acts including Run The Jewels, Chase & Status, Giggs, Dixon, Blossoms, Slaves, Novelist, Grandmaster Flash, KiNK, Groove Armada, Eats Everything, Stefflon Don and many, many more. All this plus, luxurious spas, rooftop hot tubs, authentic alpine cuisine, 650km of unadulterated piste and not a tent in sight, make Snowbombing a piste and party lover’s paradise.
Be Like a Local...
Drink: Schnaps
Eat: Wiener Schnitzel
Say Cheers: Prost!
Snowbombing takes place from 2-8 April 2017. To book tickets visit Snowbombing.com
Contact:
Nikki McNeill | Global Publicity
nikki @globalpublicity.co.uk
The Killers to headline EXIT Festival Day Zero
One of the greatest bands of our time The Killers will headline Exit Festival on 5 July 2017! They will play at the colossal Petrovaradin Fortress on newly added Day Zero and lead the bill with Liam Gallagher, Rag'n'Bone Man, Jake Bugg, Hardwell, Paul Kalkbrener, Duke Dumont, Dixon, Jamie Jones and many more previously announced acts for the following four days of the award-winning Serbian festival. The Vegas four will give fans an early glimpse of material from their hugely anticipated new album expected later this year, alongside their greatest hits such are "Mr. Brightside", "Somebody Told Me", "Human", "Runaways" and many more. Their first ever show in Serbia will be a part of an exclusive tour that includes selected festivals and a sold-out Hyde Park to follow right after the EXIT.
The Killers stormed the world with their 2004 debut, “Hot Fuss”, which went on to become one of that decade’s biggest selling albums and has since been hailed as one of the greatest debut albums of all time by Rolling Stone. Since then, each of the band’s four studio albums has topped the UK charts along with many more all over the globe, selling more than 25 million copies! The Killers are known for their humanitarian work and social activism being of the main participants of global awareness campaign against human trafficking MTV EXIT, which was launched in 2004 at the EXIT Festival.
The Killers formed in Las Vegas in 2001 after Brandon Flowers, the frontman of the band, came out fascinated from an Oasis concert and published an ad in a local newspaper looking for guitar, bass and drums. They formed the current line-up in 2003, featuring the talents of singer/keyboardist Brandon Flowers, drummer Ronnie Vanucci, guitarist Dave Keuning and bassist Mark Stoermer. The band has received countless accolades for their artistic achievement, including multiple Grammy nominations, American Music Award nominations, MTV Video Music Awards, NME Awards and more. The Killers headlined all the major global festivals, while also selling out largest arenas like Madison Square Garden and stadiums like Wembley.
EXIT Festival will take place from 5th to 9th July at the spectacular Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia. Tickets can be found at the official EXIT website and more acts will soon be announced for what is always a very genre diverse line-up that EXIT is known for.
Started as a youth freedom movement in 2000 that brought down the oppressive regime of Slobodan Milosevic, EXIT has since grown into one of the leading festivals in the world with previous bookings that include Red Hot Chili Peppers, Madonna, Depeche Mode, Robbie Williams, Guns'n'Roses, Arctic Monkeys, The Prodigy and Motorhead to name but a few. As the only contemporary music festival that started from social activism, EXIT will mark the 50 years since the original 1967's Summer of Love and remind its fans of peace movement of the 60's, conveying the messages which in today’s world are needed more than ever.
Contact
Nikki McNeill | Global Publicity
nikki@globalpublicity.co.uk