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Malta’s Sunscape 2015 lineup complete

Europe's most intimate island festival returns for its second year inviting festival-revellers to its stunning shores to experience three days of incredible music, art, lifestyle and wellbeing. Having recently received endorsement from the European Capital of Culture, V2018 Foundation, the organisation will be supporting Sunscape into becoming Europe’s main destination for Experiential Art.

For those looking for alternative and experimental music, electroswing, psy-ambient, and live acts, The Reflections Stage at Sunscape will be the place to see the likes of Shpongle and Goldfish (live), not to mention Malta's hottest export Electro-Swing Malta. The Enter Mundos Stage will feature a carefully curated selection of top, local and international underground artists from the House and Techno sphere includingM.A.N.D.Y, DJ T and Audiofly and Maxxi Soundsystem. 

Revellers can also experience a very special showcase from Spanish outfit FACT and Berlin label Serialismfeaturing Livio & RobyFur Coat, Konrad BlackAzimute and FACT Worldwide Residents. The newNautilus Stage will see Drum & Bass legends perform hosted by Jamais Vu including LTJ Bukem, Fabio, GrooveriderBailey, Randall, Jumping Jack Frost and moreThe Calypso Lodge will feature exclusive day parties on a breathtaking terrace overlooking the festival site and bay, highlights including Shane Watcha and Elon. For those wanting to take things down a notch, the Star Lounge will host reggae and downtempo music along with plush sofas and cushions to chill out in comfort either in the shade or under the stars. Finally, the Off Grid (Eco Stage) will see unplugged live artists perform directly on the beach – expect drumming circles and acoustic artist, whilst all lighting and amplification powered from alternative sources such as solar or kinetic energy.

Much more than just a music festival Sunscape will programme several areas that provoke thought, empower and broaden the mind. The Transformation Area co-hosted by Why Not? will provide experiential, inspiring and educational workshops from singing and songwriting to astrology, plus meditation sessions and talks on subjects such as Tarot Reading and Mystical Gozo. The Holistic Area will offer a wonderful selection of healing therapies from many different practitioners including Ayurvedic massage, Reiki Healing, Swedish body massage, aromatherapy massage and much more.

This year's festival celebrates Art through architecture and can confirm a live installation will be built during the festival by student architect organisation SACES. Guests will also be able and encouraged to participate in the build across the the three days. Arts & Crafts such as art expos, live painting, artist and artisan stalls will feature heavily, whilst Sunscapers can get their hands on handmade clothing, costumes and crafts at the theEthnic Market. The Food Market will offer a cornucopia of savoury and sweet delicacies from Malta and around the world which can be worked off at the various beach activities on offer including sunrise & sunset Yoga and even surfboard Yoga, plus Pilates and Tai Chi, water sports with diving, jet ski, paddleboat and para sailing.

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