UNUM Festival reveals day-by-day stage breakdown for 2023 feat. Slapfunk, Animal Crossing, Club der Visionaere, After Caposile and more

May 10, 2023 by Alex Jukes

UNUM Festival
June 1-6th, 2023
Shëngjin, Albania
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UNUM Festival is one of Europe’s most cultured and secluded underground gatherings and it is just around the corner on June 1st – 6th. It takes place in the beautiful coastal town of Shëngjin, Albania across famously boutique stages on the beach and in the pine trees and now the day by day breakdowns can be revealed.

UNUM Festival boasts almost non-stop music, no sound or time restrictions, famously friendly and in the know crowds that come from diverse corners of Europe and beach parties, organic production and plenty more that all make it so unique.

Thursdays kicks off on the Pine Stage with the likes of Pol, All Shadows, Gemza, Sasho Uzun and Rinaldo Makaj then Friday on the same stage is hosted by Animal Crossing and welcomes the likes of Magda, Automatic Writing, Dyed Soundorom b2b The Ghost, Dyed solo, The Ghost, D’Julz, Reiss and more. The Main Stage welcomes Hot Since 82, DJ Reas, Michel Cleis and Manu Gonzalez and Beach Stage plays hosts to Arodes, Sammi Ferrer, Vithz, Cristina Lazic and M.I.M..

Pine Stage highlights on Saturday include Priku, Rhadoo, Raresh, Praslea b2b Cezar and Vitess Live, Bedouin, Jay Fase and Laolu on The Main Stage and Shimza, Djeff, David Mayer and more on the Beach. On Sunday, Pine — headed up by Club der Visionaere and After Caposilie — welcomes Boris Werner, Janeret, Cesar Merveille, Sonja Moonear, Ricardo Villalobos and John Dimas, Nick Curly, Dubfire and Marco Carola are on the Main Stage and Gina Jeanz, Black Space and more play the beach. Monday on the Pine Stage is hosted by SlapFunk with Margaret Dygas, Youandewan, Anthea, tINI, Liburn b2b Jonny N Travis, Liburn b2b a guest, and Leke b2b a guest. Tuesday closes down on the Pine stage with a secret b2b2b2b, Dungeon Meat, Ingi Vision and Doudou MD b2b tINI.

Aside from the world class music there is plenty to do at UNUM. Rana e Hedhun is a cultured town on the picture-perfect Albanian coastline with a sweeping beach and uninterrupted sun and sea. There’s a stunning mountain range in the distance and magical pine forests plus a mix of water sports, mouthwatering local food and drink offerings and plenty of isolated bays and secluded woodland areas to explore.

Tickets will sell out so grab the last remaining few at https://www.unumfestival.com/

PHASE 1

Aamir
Altin Boshnjaku
ALL SHADOWS
Anthea
Bassam
Bedouin
CEZAR
DJEFF
D’Julz
DJ Reas
Dyed Soundorom
Franco Cinelli
Ingi Visions
Jay Fase
John Dimas
Julian Alexander
Laolu
Lekë
LIBURN
LIKATEK
Manu Gonzalez
Margaret Dygas
PIFE
Praslea
Priku
Quenum
Raresh
Rhadoo
Ricardo Villalobos
RIMBU
Rrrron
Samuel Deep
SAMMI FERRER
Secret 47
Shimza
Sonja Moonear
tINI
Vitess

PHASE 2

Alban Hidini
Alci
Alex Kostic
Arodes
Artil
Automatic Writing
Besa M
Black Space
Blanka Mazimela
Boris Werner
Bowes
Cap
Cesar Merveille
Chris
Cristina Lazic
Dajku Twins
Darque
David Meyer
Dona K
Doudou MD
Dungeon Meat
Emma B
Ernesto Ferreyra
Francesco Maddalena
Gemza
Germano Ventura
Gina Jeanz
Hot Since 82
Hajdar Berisha
Janeret
Joey Jackson
Jonny N Travis
Just Jam
Laidlaw
Lea Lisa
M.I.M.
Magda
Maqoosa
Marco Carola
Michel Cleis
Nemax
Nick Curly
Pol
Pumio Space
R.O.Y.
Rama
Reiss
Sasho Uzon
The Ghost
Vithz
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Solomun to play a special 5 hour set to 10,000 people at 160 Acre Urban Park in LA

May 10, 2023 by Alex Jukes

Framework puts on biggest show yet, in partnership with Goldenvoice

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Los Angeles’s pioneering underground party Framework is set for its biggest ever event on May 13th at Exposition Park when house music titan Solomun returns to the city for the first time since his sell out set back in 2021. Also playing are Third Culture aka Sacha Robotti and Sian, but tickets are almost sold out so make sure you get yours for this historic event at Exposition Park.

Solomun has a long and rich history with Framework having played for the leading promoters for the last decade. For this special party, all the stops are being pulled out as Framework serves up its largest ever event with all of the famous production it is known for. Exposition Park, a 160-acre urban park in the south region of Los Angeles, is a perfect place for this event to come alive and take you into another dimension.

Says Kobi Danan, “Over the last decade, Solomun has become more than just talent on the Framework roster – he has become family. His exceptional musical artistry, unmatched stage charisma, and unwavering loyalty have not only captivated audiences worldwide but have also played an integral role in propelling the underground community alongside Framework in Los Angeles to new heights. It has been a privilege to have Solomun by our side on this journey, and we are humbled to have the honor of producing his largest Los Angeles event to date.”

Solomun heads up the Dynamic Music label and brings his fresh, emotive and melodic house sound to the world’s most revered clubs and festivals. He has his own summer residency in Ibiza and his label is right at the forefront with the most innovative artists serving up the sound of the underground. Expect him to dig deep at Exposition Park.

As Third Culture, Sacha Robotti and Sian bring a new vision to life, carved out by their experiences in club culture around the world. They make everything from house to disco, dark tech to deep grooves with no musical borders. They have released on Sian’s Octopus Recordings and will bring truly atmospheric sounds to this event.

Over the last decade, Framework has established itself as the most cutting edge, diverse and carefully curated underground event producers coming out of Los Angeles. In all it has welcomed more than 200 of the world’s most influential artists with over 1.5 million dancers having the night of their lives at some 35 different international venues across the world. Framework has garnered immense industry respect and has in turn become one of the leading consultants, talent buyers, and marketing partners for brands looking to offer the most authentic and novel underground experiences in new and emerging regions.

Decibel Open Air Announces 2023 Lineup Featuring Amelie Lens, Michael Bibi, Paul Kalkbrenner And More

May 10, 2023 by Alex Jukes

Tickets: www.decibelopenair.com
Date: 9-10th September, 2023
Location: Florence, Italy
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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 is revealing the first names of their incredible lineup.

Decibel Open Air 2023 offers one the best of the electronic music acts with Moderat (live), Paul Kalkbrenner (live), Peggy Gou, Michael Bibi, Amelie Lens, Salmo (live), Lazza (live), Boris Brejcha, Loco Dice B2b Jamie Jones, Camelphat, Meduza, I Hate Models, Folamour, WhoMadeWho, Nico Moreno, Trym, 999999999, Indira Paganotto, Charlie Sparks, Klangkuenstler, Anfisa Letyago, Adiel, Daria Kolosova, Raven, Amémé, Honey Luv, Brina Knauss, Luca Agnelli, Dov’è Liana, Pôngo, Mattia Trani, Speaking Mind and many others. A huge line up with best live and dj sets, an excellent mix of techno and house and other eclectic sounds.

Paul Kalkbrenner comes back to Decibel Open Aor for the third time. Coming from the golden age of techno and turning twelve when the Berlin Wall fell, he spent his teenage years raving, before starting to DJ and collect records as electronic dance music’s first tidal wave spilled throughout the city. He realized early that DJing wasn’t for him, and has focused on producing and playing his own music live ever since.

Sitting somewhere between Detroit, London and Berlin in sound, Peggy Gou dj sets are an assured, kinetic combination of dark, pulsing house and techno, broken beats and abstract compositions.

Michael Bibi is a name that resonates with many. His sound and productions (Solid Grooves) are instantly recognizable: thanks to them he has soundtracked nights and events across the globe in Ibiza, London, New York, Buenos Aires and Tulum.

Decibel Open Air is going to be very much strengthened thanks to a huge line up and many novelties. Most of all, a new location: an area of over hundred thousand square meters, able to improve services and logistics. All the details will be revealed very soon.

LINEUP

MODERAT live, PAUL KALKBRENNER live, PEGGY GOU, MICHAEL BIBI, AMELIE LENS, SALMO live (big domestic rap act), LAZZA live (big domestic rap act),
BORIS BREJCA, LOCO DICE b2b JAMIE JONES, CAMELPHAT, MEDUZA, I HATE MODELS, FOLAMOUR, WHOMADEWHO, NICO MORENO, TRYM, 999999999,
INDIRA PAGANOTTO, CHARLIE SPARKS, KLANGKUENSTLER, ANFISA LETYAGO, ADIEL, DARIA KOLOSOVA, RAVEN, AMEME, HONEY LUV,
BRINA KNAUSS, LUCA AGNELLI, DOV’è LIANA, PONGO, MATTIA TRANI, SPEAKING MIND

UPPERGROUND welcomes Shall Ocin with a new cutting-edge EP «Broken Hearts»

May 9, 2023 by Alex Jukes

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Reaching its 10th release ARTBAT’s highly regarded UPPERGROUND imprint brings a two track EP from Shall Ocin titled ‘Broken Hearts’ with Braev delivering an beautiful and profound vocal on the lead and title track.

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This is not the first time that Shall Ocin and Braev have both featured on the same record, after their collaboration with ARTBAT on ‘Origin’ last year. Since that last release Shall Ocin has collaborated again with ARTBAT remixing Marc Romboy and Stephan Bodzin’s Atlas on Systematic Recordings and the Argentine producer has become a integral part of the UPPERGROUND label roster, where he has performed at the labels recent showcases in Barcelona, Tulum, and Israel, with more coming later this year.

For his first full EP on the label Shall Ocin teams up with the incredible Braev, on the title track ‘Broken Hearts’, where Shall Ocin creates a highly emotional track where an immersive feeling encapsulates you inside a bubble of sensory pleasure, as the haunting and heartfelt vocal from Braev hits you deep within as if it’s being sung to only you, forming a track that is touching and sentimental that will connect and stay with many for a long time to come.

On the flip side is ‘Colapso’ where Shall Ocin creates something that is aimed strictly at the dance floor. Highly charged beats combined with menacing dark synths give this an indie feel right from the get-go and the hypnotic soundscapes trigger emotions and sensations as the track progresses with its eerie almost austere and gothic feel that captures the imagination unlike any other track.

Artist(s): Shall Ocin, Braev

Title: Broken Hearts

Record Label: UPPERGROUND

Cat.Number: UPND010

Release Date: 21st April 2023

Tracklist :

1) Broken Hearts (with Braev)

2) Colapso

Volta launches Official Collaboration with Pete Tong’s DJ Academy

May 9, 2023 by Alex Jukes

This year’s IMS saw the first ever use of the Twitch Extension and Volta’s technology to create an immersive experience on Beatport’s Twitch channel while the legendary Pete Tong & Kölsch went back-to-back

Volta is a go-to tool for musicians and DJs of all levels looking to up the engagement of their live streams and music videos. It opens up new revenue opportunities as artists can make money when audiences interact with Volta streams via the customisable audience engagement feature and Twitch Extension integration. With this powerful combination, you can maximise your earnings and make the most out of your streaming experience as well as enjoying next level creation tools with a newly streamlined user experience that is faster and more intuitive than ever. Volta allows any artist to place themselves in new 3D worlds, log into a streaming platform from within Volta and let their audience impact their performance.

The power of Volta was recognised by BBC Radio 1 host and global dance music tastemaker Pete Tong who has partnered with Volta to host its own video course within the new Pete Tong curriculum which will teach DJ students how to get the best out of the cutting-edge technology and maximise its potential for their own music careers.

Volta also provided visuals during his standout back-to-back set with Kölsch at Dalt Vila and the whole thing was live-streamed to Beatport’s Twitch channel – marking the first time ever a platform like Volta used its own Twitch Extension, thereby merging the two worlds to create immersive co-creative global experiences that are available to all musicians who want to live stream for free.

Volta’s immersive technology was also on hand to provide visuals as the winner of Tong’s competition, Constanza Pucheta, performed a special set at Dalt Vila, The content will also be used for broadcasts as part of Tong’s newly launched YouTube streaming series.

“We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with VOLTA for my DJ Academy,” said Pete Tong. “Our focus is on cultivating the next generation of DJs, and teaming up with VOLTA was a no-brainer. With their cutting-edge technology and bespoke series of lessons, our students will have the opportunity to unleash a whole new visual dimension to their performances. It was exciting to showcase this collaboration at the Dalt Vila show where we used VOLTA to create stunning visuals for my set B2B with Kölsch and the winner of the Pete Tong DJ Academy Future Talent Awards.”

Volta CEO Alex Kane adds,

“Pete Tong, who has been instrumental to the rise of the modern electronic music scene, has assembled some of the most highly esteemed DJs performing today to share not only their technical skills but their experiences via the Pete Tong DJ Academy. It’s an honour to be a part of the curriculum Pete and his team consider essential to thriving in the modern music ecosystem and can’t wait to see the next-level performances that come from their alumni.”

This was another successful move for the ever-more essential and influential Volta platform.

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Best of British Dance Music to be Celebrated During ‘Live At The Palace’ over May Bank Holiday Weekend

May 5, 2023 by Alex Jukes

Ministry of Sound Classical, Groove Armada, The Shapeshifters, Dave Lee ZR, Ashley Beedle, Tall Paul, and more to feature

Live At The Palace will become the beating heart of the May Bank Holiday with an electrifying concert series featuring some of the most prominent and internationally acclaimed DJs in the electronic dance music scene.

On Saturday 27th May it will be a Ministry of Sound Classical takeover complete with a 32-piece orchestra performing iconic dance classics, completely rearranged and reinterpreted for the 2020s that will have everyone on their feet. Special guests will include The Shapeshifters who have captivated fans for over two decades with their soulful and melodious hits including 2004 classic “Lola’s Theme”. UK Music scene stalwart, Tall Paul, joins the line up bringing his high-octane sets and vivacious energy to the palace and Wrexham’s finest house DJs K-Klass who have worked with everyone from Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston and Madonna will be transporting everyone back to the dancefloor of Hacienda. Finally, Seamus Haji, DJ, producer and remixer supreme, responsible for some of house music’s most memorable tunes and clublands most unforgettable nights is sure to make Live At The Palace a night to remember.

On Sunday 28th May the titanic electronic duo Groove Armada whose megahits include ‘Superstylin’ and ‘I See You Baby’ have announced their DJ friends joining them for an electrifying Sunday night. Audiences will be in safe hands with house music legend and hitmaker Dave Lee ZR, who has been a driving force in the house music scene since the late 1980s, Ashley Beedle is a true pioneer, making music since the early 1990s, releasing several albums and singles under his own name, as well as with groups such as X-Press 2 and Ballistic Brothers. A recognisable face on the London music scene, Lou Hayter, the former member of Mercury-nominated electro band New Young Pony Club, will bring her unique blend of electro-pop and Raw Silk, an ode to best pals Grace and Steph’s favourite 80s boogie groups will ensure grooves and dancefloor hits a plenty.

Live At The Palace will also return on 28-30 July with artists such as OMD, Emeli Sandé, UB40 feat. Ali Campbell, Sinéad Harnett, Lady Blackbird, Blancmange and many more. Robomagic Live is thrilled to be hosting this incredible line-up of talent.

Don’t miss your chance to experience the very best of British house music, with each performer sure to captivate and leave you wanting more.

Tickets: https://robomagiclive.com/live-at-the-palace-may-weekend

Top 5 Acts to See at Loosefest 2023

May 5, 2023 by Alex Jukes

LooseFest was the largest festival in history to take over Newcastle’s Town Moor in 2022 and now it is back to do it all again in 2023.

On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August, world class names will roll up and drop musical bombs at the unique green aspic with tens of thousands of happy ravers and next level production.

Get your tickets at http://www.loosefest.com/ then read on to see who is most essential to see this year.

Franky Wah

Franky Wah has become one of the most visible breakout artists in the world over the last few years.

The last year has seen him launch his already widely acclaimed SHÈN Recordings label with a string of superb singles and a standout album, This is SHÈN, featuring almost 30 new tracks, a collaboration with Sasha and everything from breakbeats to progressive to vocal house all making it an impressive body of work.

Alan Fitzpatrick

The big man from Southampton knows how to cook up a storm on the biggest of stages. He is a master of the peak time techno sound thanks to his love of big drums, driving bass and raw synth textures. He is also a fine producer with plenty of hits in his arsenal.

Hot Since 82

Hailing from Yorkshire but now known around the world, Hot Since 82 is a new school house talent with many hits in his bag. He runs the Knee Deep In Sound label and always brings warmth and depth to his sets.

Andy C

He isn’t called the executioner for no reason: Andy C is a DJ who has been playing his trade for decades. He knows how to mix on any format, can lock in records in an instant then set to work on layering in loops, tension, and new grooves. He can go from hard and fast to slow and deep and everything in between and is the very definition of a journeying DJ.

Patrick Topping

This local lad is sure to be on his A-game as he heads north to play on local ground. He is the Trick label head and regular in Ibiza’s finest clubs so expect only the freshest tech house.

Kite Festival – 2023 preview

May 5, 2023 by Graham Tarrant

Kite: Self-described as ”a festival like no other’, this truly is one of the most eclectic and exciting line-ups of the summer.

Where else can you witness Dame Joan Collins as support act for the legendary Suede? Or Tony Blair’s former PR guru Alastair Campbell sit alongside former Conservative PM Sir John Major?

The music is some of the best of the summer season – Don’t get me wrong, the recently reformed Pretenders still have the swagger and great guitar rock tunes. Hot Chip are one of Summer Festival Guide’s favourite live bands. Their cover of Dancing in the Dark is one never to miss.

Elsewhere, Alison Goldfrapp is a pioneer and truly groundbreaking with her exciting art, while Grammy Award winning Candy Staton will keep everyone dancing. Baxter Dury has crafted a career of his own, offering psychedelia-infused indie rock that has found a strong cult following.

David Baddiel, Mel Giedroyc, both household names renowned for their partnerships will be firm favourites.

Shadow-chancellor Rachel Reeves will be leaving the front bench of the Labour Party to join the festivities, possibly before moving into Number 11 next summer.

Also of note, Adam Kay, best selling author of ‘This Is Going to Hurt’, will be on site if anyone needs a doctor, but after the stories he’s told, it’s probably best to stick with the first aid kit!

With access to every talk on the Ideas program as well as the world class music and entertainment across the Heavenly, Bloom and Skylark stages. this is the best value ticket of the year.

The remaining tickets are now available at https://kitefestival.co.uk/tickets/

WOMAD – 2023 Preview

May 5, 2023 by Graham Tarrant

WOMAD festival truly offers something special for everyone – it’s not just the impressive headliners this year, but there is a feast of activity across all of this exciting diverse and world renowned festival.

Returning this year is the legendary icon Femi Kuti and his jazz-funk band the Positive Force.

A definite highlight this year will be Horace Andy, lead singer of Massive Attack, who will bring his incredible voice to his band Dub Asante Band.

Elsewhere, festival regulars Bombay Bicycle Club will delight crowds with their laid-back tunes tunes, while folk royalty Kate Rusby is one never to miss throughout her 30 year journey. Summer Festival Guide favourites The Comet Is Coming will merge electronica, psychedelic rock and jazz – be sure not to miss their incredible sax player.

Also recently announced additions include the ‘heartbreakingly brilliant’ The Cinematic Orchestra, along with Jazzy B’s Grammy Award winning collective Soul II Soul.

Saving one of the best announcements to last, hip-hop pioneers and legends The Jungle Brothers (USA) will get the party started on Thursday night – be sure to get there early as these guys will have you on your feet.

Elsewhere across the festival, the World of Words offers some fascinating talks, thought provoking conversation and inspirational authors, while the Hip Yak Poetry Shack will have some of the best spoken word artists in the country. If you simply want to escape, relax and unwind in the beautiful surroundings near Malmesbury, WOMAD Spa offers a tranquil space on enjoy the hot-tubs and all-day yoga.

Tickets are available online now at ://www.womad.co.uk

Full Line up:

47Soul (Palestine/Jordan) / Alogte Oho and his Sounds of Joy (Ghana) / Ajate (Japan) /Alicia Edelweiss (Austria/UK) / Amaraterra (Italy/UK) / Amjad Ali Khan, Amaan Aliu Bangash, Ayaan Ali Bangash (India) / Amrat Hussain Brothers Trio (India) / Amy Montgomery (Ireland) /Ana Carla Maza (Cuba) / Ana Tijoux (Chile/France) / Andy Skank (UK) / Asmâa Hamzaoui & Bnat Timbouktou (Morocco) / Balimaya Project (UK) / Bombay Bicycle Club (UK) / Carmen Consoli (Italy) / Catrin Finch and Cimarrón (UK/Colombia) / Chris Tofu & Friends (UK) / Cha Wa (USA) / Dakh Daughters (Ukraine) / Dele Sosimi Afrobeat Orchestra (Nigeria/UK) / DJ Format (UK) / Dutty Moonshine Big Band (UK) / Emicida (Brazil) / ENNY (UK) / Faith i Branko (UK/Serbia) / Femi Kuti and the Positive Force (Nigeria) / Horace Andy (Jamaica) and Dub Asante Band (UK) / Isaac Birituro and The Rail Abandon (Ghana/UK) / Israel Fernández (Spain) / Jamz Supernova (UK) / Jungle Brothers (USA) / Justin Adams & Mauro Durante (UK/Italy) / Kate Rusby (England) / Kathryn Joseph (UK) / Kayhan Kalhor & Erdal Erzincan (Iran/Turkey) / King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys (UK) / KUUNATIC (Japan) / Leenalchi (South Korea) / Lia de Itamaracá (Brazil) / Liraz (Israel) / LoKkhi TeRra /(UK/Bangladesh/Cuba) / Los Wemblers de Iquito (Peru) / Lova Lova (Democratic Republic of the Congo) / Luke Una (UK) / MADMADMAD (UK) / Malkit Singh (India/UK) / Malmesbury Schools Project with Jamo Jamo Arts (UK/Mali/Senegal/Burkina Faso/Gambia) / Man and the Echo (UK) / Mari Kalkun (Estonia) / Marina Satti (Greece) / Mariza (Portugal) / Mesadorm (UK) / Mokoomba (Zimbabwe) / MC Yallah & Debmaster (Uganda/Kenya/France/Germany) / Mellowmatic (UK) / Mista Trick (UK) / Montparnasse Musique (South Africa/France) / Nakhane (South Africa) / Nihiloxica (Uganda) / Oh My God! It’s The Church (USA) / Orchestral Qawwali Project ft Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa (UK) / Queen Omega & The Royal Souls (Trinidad & Tobago) / Raz & Afla (UK/Ghana) / Rory McLeod (UK) / Paprika (Serbia) / Pongo (Angola/Portugal) / Puuluup (Estonia) / Reem Kelani (Palestine) / Riot Jazz Brass Band (UK) / Rokia Koné (Mali) / Sahra Halgan (Somaliland) / Salami Rose Joe Lewis (USA) / Sam Kelly and the Lost Boys (UK) / Saramaccan Sound (SURINAME) (Suriname) / Snapped Ankles (UK) / Souad Massi (Algeria) / Soul II Soul (UK) / Soumik Datta (India/UK) / Staples Jr Singers (USA) / Star Feminine Band (Benin) / Susana Baca (Peru) / Tank & The Bangas (USA) / The Cinematic Orchestra (UK) / The Comet Is Coming (UK) / The Olllam (Northern Ireland/USA) / The Scribes (UK) / Theon Cross (UK) / Ukulele Death Squad (Australia) / Vassvik (Norway)

Ancient Roman quarry in Pula to host inaugural edition of Gates of Agartha feat. Marco Carola, Chris Stussy, Damian Lazarus and more

May 4, 2023 by Alex Jukes

Gates of Agartha

Cave Romane, Pula, Croatia

June 23 – 24th, 2023

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Gates of Agartha is a two day odyssey to the city of Pula and Vinkuran, Croatia which blends the past and the present and offers a glimpse into its rich history and vibrant culture. It takes place in Cave Romane, a historic Roman quarry, from June 23rd – 24th, 2023 with Marco Carola, Damian Lazarus, Dennis Cruz, Chris Stussy, Echonomist, Pablo Panda, The Ace Brothers and a special guest to be announced, all heading up what will be a truly spine tingling event.

Gates of Agartha comes from the same people behind the wondrous Echoes from Agartha experience in Cappadocia, Turkey. It is the first of their new destination series events which explore mystical and mythical places around the world where art, culture and history collide.

This debut Croatian event is in partnership with local promoters BSH Events who are renowned in Croatia for their out of the box approach to unique venues. And they don’t come more unique than Cave Romane, a roman quarry near the city centre that was used for centuries by the Romans to extract a type of stone called Istrian limestone, which was highly valued for its quality and was used in the construction of many important buildings in the Roman Empire, including the Colosseum in Rome.

The extraordinary venue is literally carved from rock and will be lit up with immersive and cutting edge lighting technology as well as world class sounds systems. 4000 people will attend the two days with plenty of local culture to explore from ancient architecture in the historic Roman city to the bustling modern day market places, local cuisines and so much more.

The cultured lineup offers up Crosstown Rebels boss Damian Lazarus, classy tech house from Italian titan Marco Carola, new school Dutch house star Chris Stussy, Spanish hit maker Dennis Cruz, Greek mainstay Echonomist, plus more from Pablo Panda and The Ace Brothers.

This is a magical escape to an ancient world but with a contemporary soundtrack from the very sharp end of the melodic house and techno spectrum. Tickets available here.

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