Global Gathering 2014 lineup announced!

We are pretty excited here at the Summer Festival Guide HQ to let you know about the Global Gathering lineup announcement for 2014.

This years award winning festival will bring some of the biggest electronic music artists to Long Marston Airfield in Stratford Upon Avon for a massive weekend of music!

The Prodigy, Chase & Status, David Guetta and one more headliner to be announced will be headlining this years festival and they will be joined by the likes of soulful chart topper Katy B, Alesso, Knife Party, BBC Radio 1's Pete Tong, Eric Prydz and Jamie Jones just to name a few!

See the full press release below:

With the festival’s most diverse and eclectic line-up to date, GlobalGathering 2014 will see performances from dance music royalty The Prodigy, drum and bass masters Chase & Status and soulful chart-topper Katy B, as well as global dance music stars David Guetta making his UK dance festival exclusive, AlessoKnife PartyPete Tong, Eric Prydz and Jamie Jones. Leaders of the underground will also be showcased with the likes of Eats EverythingDixonThe Martinez BrothersYousefMaya Jane ColesMKHot Since 82, and Darius Syrossian also gracing the bill.
 
Headlining the main stage arena and returning to GlobalGathering for the first time since 2009 are dance music pioneers and living legends The Prodigy. The dynamic trio will show their legions of fans why they have been at the forefront of the underground scene for over two decades. Premier drum & bass pairing Chase & Status, who will be performing their much-hyped live show, in what is guaranteed to be an explosive and memorable performance. Album chart-topper and first lady of Rinse, Katy B, will also be showcasing her live fusion of garage beats and soulful melodies. Also sharing the main stage bill, will be BBC Radio 1 host Annie Mac, who will bring with her a selection of fresh cuts and the kind of party vibes that she has become synonymous for the world over. EDM duo Knife Party also make an explosive return to Long Marston Airfield to make their debut on the main stage.
 
Chase & Status commented: “We're really looking forward to bringing the live show back to GlobalGathering this summer, we always see scenes of carnage from the crowds at Global and we're sure that this year will be no different.”
 
After the success of its debut last year, BBC Radio 1Xtra returns to GlobalGathering to host its own arena. Confirmed to headline will be Sub Focus, armed with his inimitable live show and unique hybrid of drum and bass and dubstep, with Belgian drum and bass super star Netsky also set to bring his acclaimed live show. The UK’s biggest breakthrough act of 2014 Gorgon City are also confirmed as is GlobalGathering regular and 1Xtra radio presenter Mistajam. Other highlights include UK hip-hop duo Krept & KonanFuse ODG and All About She.
 
BBC Radio 1 will be presenting their world-famous Essential Mix LIVE arena and for the first time will be playing host to b2b sets from the dance music elite. Headlining will be one of the world’s most in demand underground DJs Eric Prydz. In what is guaranteed to be a festival highlight, dance music pioneer and Radio 1 DJ Pete Tong will be going back to back with acclaimed Bristolian DJ Eats Everything. Progressive music pioneer Sasha will be playing alongside Saved Records head honcho Nic Fanciulli, whilst dubstep originator turned house hero, Skream, will also be playing alongside the leader of contemporary electro-boogie Tensnake. Chart breakthrough DJ/Producers, Breach and Duke Dumont will also be playing.
 
Returning for the fourth year to host its own stage will be pivotal drum and bass label Hospitality, now in its eighteenth year. They return with a plethora of talent including sets from High ContrastLondon ElektricityCamo & Krooked, Fred V & Graffix and S.P.Y. The stage will also feature special guests including, jungle pioneer Hype, plus TC and Sigma. MC duty will come courtesy of heavy weights including Wrec, Dynamite, Linguistics, SP:MC, Carasel and Texas.
 
Continuing on the bass theme, UKF Live are confirmed to host a stage and showcase their sound of bass heavy beats. Pretty Lights will be performing a live set with his unique fusion of sampled-based beats, Shogun Audio head honcho Friction, Digital Soundboy label owner and jungle heavyweight Shy FX will be playing, as will Ram Records’ Wilkinson, spinning drum and bass to the crowds. Much-loved Garage ambassador DJ EZ, will also be on the decks, as will BBC radio 1 presenter B Traits. Fresh new talent will be showcased through recent MTA signing KOVE plus Hannah WantsMy Nu Leng and Pegboard Nerds covering a broad base of the global bass-led styles. 
 
Friction enthused: “Can't wait to be back at GlobalGathering this year! It's where I've had some of my most enjoyable moments as a DJ!”
 
GlobalGathering’s new super structure The Hangar Arena will see headline sets from a host of chart-topping dance music talent including the world famous DJ and producer David Guetta who will be making his UK dance festival exclusive appearance for GlobalGathering. Australian electro-house DJ Tommy Trash and recent number 1 chart sensation Alesso will also be delivering spellbinding and mesmerising big room sets alongside Dutch stars W&WVicetone and Sunnery JamesRyan Marciano, Moldova’s Andrew Rayel, and the fast rising talents of Daddy’s Groove (Italy) Will Sparks (Australia), , Danny Avila (Spain)  and Patrick Hagenaar (UK), and a UK dance festival exclusive performance from the USA’s new superstars of noise Krewella, making The Hangar a truly Global EDM experience. 
 
Returning for the second time, Global are thrilled to be bringing back the Paradise Arena, hosted by Hot Creations head honcho Jamie Jones. Having become an Ibiza must-see artist with his hugely popular residency at DC-10, Jamie will offer a taste of the white isle showcasing the deeper sounds of house, tech house and techno. The arena will feature Resident Advisor’s No.1 DJ, Dixon, plus The Martinez BrothersRichy AhmedWaff and more. 
 
Also bringing a flavour of Ibiza will be the Circus stage presented by Yousef and in association with Thump. Confirmed to perform will be leader of the new school of house and techno Maya Jane Cole, vibrant young producer Ben Pearce and Sankeys resident Darius Syrossian. Leeds based DJ and producer Hot Since 82 will also perform, as will bona fide house music legend Dennis Ferrer.
 
Representing the underground dance scene will be seminal UK label Defected armed with a selection of house and techno’s finest. Returning to GlobalGathering will be in demand remixer MK, who recently hit the top spot with his Defected released edit of Storm Queen’s ‘Look Right Through’ as well as techno ambassador Green Velvet. Other Defected highlights include Guti who will be performing live as well as Shadow ChildGotsome and label boss Simon Dunmore
 
MK said: “Had a great time at Global last year, looking forward to headlining the Defected stage this year!”
 
Godskitchen, one of the biggest and most ground-breaking dance brands in the world, will once again be bringing the trance elite back to GlobalGathering. Showcasing the biggest names in the euphoric scene including a UK debut from trance super group New World Punx who’s members are Markus Schulz and Ferry Corsten, Cosmic GateJohn O’CallaghanAly & Filaand Jordan Suckley.
 
The Global Freight Depot will feature a takeover from Ram Jam’s very own David Rodigan. Showcasing sounds inspired by reggae and dancehall will be the likes of BBC radio one DJ Toddla T, garage and dnb veteran DJ Zinc and dub enthusiasts Mungos Hi Fi. Other highlights include Mele and member of the revered dubstep super-group Magnetic Man, Artwork. The Global Freight Depot stage will also see a Born Electric takeover with the likes of eclectic DJ and technical wizard James Zabiela, Hot Flush lynchpin Scuba and Cyrez D aka Eric Prydz amongst others.
 
The Bunker, one of the most exciting and unique spaces on any UK festival site, returns for it’s second year with a new direction and a unique immersive experience in association with Jagermeister. Parties over the weekend are hosted by new electronic music champions Eton Messy and one of the UK’s most exciting and established venues, The Rainbow, presenting its home grown clubbing brands FACE x 10:31.
 
STAGE BY STAGE LINEUP
 
MAIN STAGE ARENA HOSTED BY METROPOLIS (FRIDAY)
CHASE & STATUS (LIVE)
2ND HEADLINER ANNOUNCED 04.04.14
KATY B (LIVE)
KYNTRO
NZ SHAPESHIFTERS
NORTHBASE
+MORE TBA
 
MAIN STAGE ARENA (SATURDAY)
THE PRODIGY (UK DANCE FESTIVAL EXCLUSIVE)
KNIFE PARTY
ANNIE MAC
MADEON
ANDY C
JAGUAR SKILLS
LETS BE FRIENDS
MAJOR LOOK – Live
LFM & MALI
PETE SPECTRUM
 
THE HANGAR (FRIDAY)
DAVID GUETTA (UK DANCE FESTIVAL EXCLUSIVE)
TOMMY TRASH
SUNNERY JAMES AND RYAN MARCIANO
VICETONE
DADDY’S GROOVE
OLIVER HELDENS
WILL SPARKS
DANNY AVILA
PATRICK HAGENAAR
 
THE HANGAR (SATURDAY)
ALESSO
W&W
KREWELLA (UK DANCE FESTIVAL EXCLUSIVE)
ARTY
OTTO KNOWS
ANDREW RAYEL
DUBVISION
CRAIG CONNELLY
PAUL THOMAS
SCARNITE
 
Very Special Guest: DIRTY SOUTH
 
ACROSS THE WEEKEND:
 
BBC RADIO 1’S ESSENTIAL MIX LIVE*
ERIC PRYDZ
PETE TONG B2B EATS EVERYTHING
SASHA & NIC FANCIULLI
DUKE DUMONT
BREACH
TENSNAKE B2B SKREAM
PAUL WOOLFORD B2B ROUTE 94
KRYSKO B2B GREG LORD
DJ PEARL
FRIEND WITHIN
*NOT FOR BROADCAST
 
BBC RADIO 1XTRA
SUB FOCUS (LIVE)
NETSKY (LIVE)
GORGON CITY
FUSE ODG
MISTAJAM
KREPT AND KONAN
ALL ABOUT SHE (LIVE)
MERIDIAN DAN
 
Hosted by DJ TARGET
 
UKF LIVE
PRETTY LIGHTS (LIVE)
WILKINSON
SHY FX ft. STAMINA MC
FRICTION
MATRIX & FUTURBOUND ft. MC RHYMESTAR
DJ EZ
HANNAH WANTS
KOVE
B TRAITS
MY NU LENG
KRAKOTA
 
GODSKITCHEN
NEW WORLD PUNX (UK DEBUT)
ALY & FILA
COSMIC GATE
JOHN O’CALLAGHAN
JORDAN SUCKLEY
SOLARSTONE
HEATBEAT
STEVE ARNOLD
SAM MITCHAM
 
PARADISE
JAMIE JONES
DIXON
THE MARTINEZ BROTHERS
RICHY AHMED
WAFF
MARK JENKYNS
RUSS YALLOP
+MORE TBA
 
DEFECTED IN THE HOUSE
MK
GREEN VELVET (CAJMERE)
GUTI  (LIVE)
NOIR
SHADOW CHILD
GOTSOME
SIMON DUNMORE
SAM DIVINE
 
YOUSEF PRESENTS CIRCUS IN ASSOCIATION WITH THUMP
MAYA JANE COLES
YOUSEF
DENNIS FERRER
HOT SINCE 82
BEN PEARCE
DARRIUS SYROSSIAN
HUXLEY
LEWIS BOARDMAN
 
HOSPITALITY
HIGH CONTRAST
CAMO & KROOKED
FRED V & GRAFIX
S.P.Y
LONDON ELEKTRICITY
ETHERWOOD
METRIK
LOGISTICS
RESO LUNG
 
Special Guests:
TC
SIGMA
HYPE
 
Hosted by: WREC, DYNAMITE, LOQUI, SP:MC, LINGUISTICS, CARASEL & TEXAS
 
GLOBAL FREIGHT DEPOT – BORN ELECTRIC
JAMES ZABIELA
CIREZ D (PRYDA)
SCUBA
DENSE & PIKA (LIVE)
PEDRAM
 
GLOBAL FREIGHT DEPOT – DAVID RODIGAN’S RAM JAM
DAVID RODIGANSPECIAL REQUEST
TODDLA T & DRS
MELE
DUB PHIZIX & STRATEGY
ARTWORK
MUNGO’s Hi Fi
VENUM SOUND
 
THE BUNKER – ETON MESSY
BLONDE
ETON MESSY DJS
TCTS
WAYWARD
PANDA
 
THE BUNKER – FACE X 10:31
TOM SHORTERZ
JAMIE TRENCH
CAUSE & AFFECT
LOW STEPPA
BUNNY, BLEEPZ & CROFT
SMAK PONY
LOPASKI & ERNEST
MARK SPENCE
PETE GRAHAM & ALEX PARKIN
SERENE
*all information correct at time of going to press
 
SPONSORS & OFFICIAL PARTNERS
TUBORG
PEPSI
LUCOZADE
JAGERMEISTER
BBC RADIO 1XTRA
DJ MAG

Over 30 artists added to Croatia’s Hideout Festival lineup

One of the most successful electronic music festivals in Europe, Hideout will showcase over 150 artists in its amazing location of Zrce Beace, Croatia.

The new addtions include:

JAMIE JONES / MACEO PLEX
DUKE DUMONT / KERRI CHANDLER / SOUL CLAP

BUTCH / DENSE & PIKA / DISMANTLE / FRIEND WITHIN / HANNAH WANTS / INFINITY INK / MIDLAND / MISTAJAM / PAUL WOOLFORD / PILLOWTALK / RICHY AHMED / SHADOW CHILD / SPECIAL REQUEST / WOLF & LAMB

DOORLY / ENZO SIRAGUSA / GOT SOME / HECTOR / JAYMO & ANDY GEORGE / JON RUST / KARMA KID / KIDNAP KID / KRY WOLF / KRYSTAL KLEAR / MAK & PASTEMAN / MARIBOU STATE / MY NU LENG / PATRICK TOPPING / REECHA / ROBERT DIETZ / RUSS YALLOP / TESSELA / WAFF

They will join the previously announced:

DISCLOSURE DJ SET / RUDIMENTAL DJ SET JAMIE JONES/
LOCO DICE / SOLOMUN / MACEO PLEX / SASHA

ÂME / ANDY C / APOLLONIA / BICEP / BONDAX / BREACH / CASSY /
DAVIDE SQUILLACE / DUKE DUMONT / DUSKY / GEORGE FITZGERALD / GUTI LIVE / HEIDI
JACKMASTER / JOHN TALABOT / JOY ORBISON / JUSTIN MARTIN / KERRI CHANDLER /
MK / REDLIGHT / SCUBA / SKREAM / SOUL CLAP / TALE OF US / TINI / WILKINSON

ARTWORK / BEN PEARCE / BODDIKA / B­TRAITS / BUTCH / CAMO & KROOKED
DANIEL AVERY / DAVID RODIGAN MBE / DENSE & PIKA / DISMANTLE / DJ EZ / EJECA / FRED V & GRAFIX /
FRICTION / FRIEND WITHIN / GERD JANSON / GORGON CITY / HANNAH WANTS / HUXLEY / HYPE
LAURA JONES / INFINITY INK / MIDLAND / MISTAJAM ONEMAN / PAUL WOOLFORD / PILLOWTALK / RICHY AHMED / RYAN ELLIOTT / SHADOW CHILD / SHY FX
/ SPECIAL REQUEST / SUBB AN / TEN WALLS LIVE / WAZE & ODYSSEY/ WOLF & LAMB

DOORLY / ENZO SIRAGUSA / FUNKINEVEN / GOT SOME / HECTOR / JAYMO & ANDY GEORGE / JON RUST / KARMA KID / KIDNAP KID / KOWTON / KRY WOLF/ KRYSTAL
KLEAR / LAST MAGPIE / MAK & PASTEMAN / MARIBOU STATE / MATT LONG / MIKE JONES / MY NU LENG / NORTH BASE / PATRICK TOPPING / P
BR STREETGANG / PEOPLE GET REAL / RALPH LAWSON / REECHA / ROBERT DIETZ / ROUTE 94 / RUSS YALLOP / SIMON BAKER /
THE SONIC EMPORIUM / TESSELA / TOM GRAINGER / WAFF / WAIFS AND STRAYS 

Jamie Jones, Sasha & Magda added to SW4 lineup

The legendary and SW4 regular Sasha joins the SW4 bill along with SW4 first time performers, Jamie Jones and Magda.

A man who needs absolutely no introduction joins the Clapham Common festivities for the very first time in 2014, as Jamie Jones finally makes his South West Four debut. Widely regarded as the leader of the new house sound that has dominated dancefloors worldwide over the past five yearsJamie’sslick and sexy adaptation of the 4×4 beat has resulted in his rapid catapault to global superstardom. Jamie’s pioneering sound has been instrumental in the success of his cross genre band Hot Natured and iconic label Hot Creations. This, along with his role as the face of Ibiza’s seminal nightclub DC10, has paved the way for a warmer and more melodic side of techno to emerge. Adding to this the recent launch of his second label HOTTRAX, plus his superb ‘Planets and Spaceships’ EP and its clear that Jamie joins us at SW4 at the very pinnacle of his career.

true SW4 legend makes his welcome return in 2014. That legend is Sasha. Having previously headlined South West Four three times (more than any other artist), Sasha’s exploits on Clapham Common are the stuff of folklore. His unrivalled ability to evolve and adapt to the ever changing world of electronic music has resulted in his international reputation as one of the greatest DJs to have ever walked the planet. The past twelve months have seen Sasha demonstrate his ground-breaking status further through the release of Involv3r, recently nominated for Beatport’s Album of the Year, a Mixmag front coverand a simply unforgettable headline appearance on New Years Eve at Brixton Academy as part of his Last Night Night On Earth label takeover.With recent standout performances serving to raise the benchmark of Sasha’s genius even further, we look forward to welcoming back one of SW4’s favourite sons with open arms.

Conistently cherished as the world’s finest and most infleuntial female DJ, Magda makes her SW4 debut in 2014. The Detroit-raised artist joined the M_Nus family back in 1998, soon establishing herself as one of the most revered DJs in the world today. Her performances alongside long standing friend Richie Hawtin have obliterated the world’s leading clubs and festivals for over a decade and we look forward to similar wild scenes at SW4. Now steering her own label Items & Things along with co-owners Troy Pierce & Marc Houle, the imprint has provided an ideal platform for many other world class producers toshowcase their sound. As an artist that prides herself on developing within such a fast-paced scene, her constand demand has led to one of the most impressive touring schedules aroundSouth West Four get ready to be blown away by Magda.

Jamie Jones, Dixon and more for DGTL Festival in Amsterdam

On Easter weekend – 19 & 20 April 2014 – DGTL returns to Amsterdam’s NDSM-docklands to present you; a weekend filled with the best underground electronica around today. The old shipyard, located on the waterfront of the city harbour, is the setting for a memorable season opener, with 2 days of festival, 6 stages, supported by no less than 81 artists.

Line-up

DGTL is proud to present you the line-up, exclusively filled with a big pack of legends in the game, such as Jamie Jones, Gui Boratto, Pan-Pot,  Dixon, Soul Clap, Âme, John Talabot, Hot since 82, Oliver Koletzki, Mano le Tough, Kollektiv Turmstrasse, Kölsch & many more.

Additionally, Red Bull Studios is host to no other than Skream, Floating Points, Midland, Oneman and KinK, this being part of their Red Bull StudiosLive project in which they bring artists from the studio to the stage. With a mind-blowing 81 names on board, across multiple stages and genres, DGTL festival is the perfect place to enjoy the deep end of electronica.

Adana Twins
Aka Aka 

Thalstroem
Ame
Andhim 
Super Flu
Arjuna Schiks
Baikal
Ben Pearce
Benoit Sergio
Boris Brejcha
Dixon
D-ribeiro
Eelke Kleijn
Elias Mazian
Fairmont
Finnebassen
Floating Points
Gerd
Hector Couto
Cuartero
Hot Since 82
Hubert Kirchner
Huxley
Illesnoise
Jameszoo
Jamie Jones
Kink
Mano Le Tough
Marcus Worgull
N'TO
Oliver Koletzki
Pan-Pot
Pete Oak
Prunk
Shimmer
Skream
Solee
Waifs & Strays
Workals

Junk Department presents Big Top with Jamie Jones and more

Having spent the last decade as an integral force shaping the South Coast music scene, Junk Department reveal game changing plans for their next chapter. On Saturday 3rd May they pitch up at Hampshire’s Stoneham Park with a bonafide circus big top that will play host to some of electronic music’s hottest talents, unleashing twelve hours of dancefloor pounding sets from the likes of Jamie Jones, Maya Jane Coles, Dyed Soundorom, Laura Jones and Detroit Swindle for the biggest party the South has ever seen.

Topping the bill is Jamie Jones, infamous founder of this decades inescapable house institution, Hot Creations and one quarter of smash-hit live act Hot Natured. From humble beginnings playing after hours sessions in dark basements of London’s underground scene to headlining some of the biggest festivals around the globe including Sonar, Movement Detroit and Eastern Electrics JJ’s meteoric rise to fame is something for the history books. First spinning tunes for Junk back in 2009 it is with immeasurable excitement they welcome the return of the world dominating Jamie Jones to their line up.

Joining the deep house juggernaut is pint-sized producer Maya Jane Coles. The past three years have seen her rising up through the house rankings from underground sensation to global star. Her hotly anticipated debut album ‘Comfort’ was released last summer to rave reviews, yielding two of 2013’s biggest dancefloor anthems ‘Everything’ and ‘Burning Bright’.

Adding his distinctive sound to the mix is one-third Apollonian, one hundred percent underground maestro, Dyed Soundorom. Having carved a fierce reputation for deep, disco tinged productions, his label Apollonia which he runs in partnership with fellow Frenchmen Shonky and Dan Ghenacia has quickly become one of the most relevant outputs in today’s underground music culture.

Laura Jones is another lady not to be messed with. Not even three years strong into her career and already a name that resonates across the globe, her contributions to some of the most exciting labels including Visionquest and Leftroom have, in a matter of months, helped to solidify her position as one of the hottest artists on the scene right now, with regular slots at Circoloco @ DC10 and Fabric.

Joining the hefty programme of house elite are the fresh talents of Detroit Swindle. The honoree Detroiters-via-Amsterdam duo who have already played at some of the world’s most respected venues in the form of Berlin’s Tresor and Panorama Bar with tracks on their own Heist Recordings as well as Tsuba, Freerange and Dirt Crew.

In typical Junk Department style, the 5000 capacity circus big top will feature excellent production, sound and lighting as well as numerous bars and food outlets, professionally managed toilet facilities and a full fun fair making for one hell of a start to the summer!

Junk Departments Big Top marks the start of a new chapter in Junk’s story. One that will see them expand beyond the shores of their beloved Southampton to stage some of 2014’s most exciting events at music meccas around the world including Ibiza, Amsterdam, Berlin and London. Remain vigilant for further details coming in then next few weeks and month…

Hot Natured Live, Tale Of Us and more set for Eastern Electrics Festival

Known by most for thundering main-stage sets that leave audiences trembling with excitement and exhausted from relentless dancing, Hot Creations have become firm festival favourites in recent years, but the story began nearly a decade ago in dark basements and dusty warehouses of East London. Jamie Jones and Ali Love first performed for Eastern Electrics organisers back in 2005. Five years later Jamie Jones’ infamous collaboration with Seth Troxler and Damian Lazurus at EENYE 2010 remains a point of reference in the history of the escalating underground house scene. Looking to the future, they continue to push boundaries with the launch of new project, Hot Natured LIVE. This audio-visual spectacular sees the distinctive vocal stylings of Ali Love as front-man on lead guitar while Jamie Jones, Lee Foss and Luca C unleash a veritable arsenal of synths, keyboards and pads to a multitude of lasers carving through crowds of uplifted hands. Continuing the alliance from modest beginnings, it is with particular poignancy that Hot Natured LIVE will headline Eastern Electrics Festival main stage on Saturday August 3rd.

With a program that reads more like a catalogue than a line-up, further artists have been announced across the weekend’s festivities. Paco Osuna started smashing dancefloors in his hometown Barcelona, quickly gaining attention from industry leaders with releases on Richie Hawtin’s Plus 8, residency at Ibiza’s Amnesia and place within the inner circle of Sven Vath’s Cocoon. Visionquest’s Shaun Reeves joins Friday’s billing while close consorts Tale Of Us will bring their deep, soulful sounds to Eastern Electrics’ arena on Saturday. Techno rebel Surgeon takes to the stage for LWE and Desolat powerhouse tINI completes Just Jack’s arena. Unstoppable garage-house duo Bicep will take to the main stage early on Friday for eager revelers.

With the UK’s biggest ever house and techno line-up in place, tantalizing details have begun to emerge of the wider festival production. Rumours of an Electric City offering a world of escape including roller disco, maze, dressing-up boudoir and plenty of surprises for those willing to explore. A 24 hour arena with cinema, bars and cafés will provide around the clock reprieve. In addition to the usual festival décor, an electric theme will run throughout the festival with a network of LEDs to beacon party-goers around the site.

Festival Director Rob Star said:

“Having been friends with Jamie and Ali Love for the best part of 10 years and Luca C and Lee Foss more recently, I was so pleased to confirm them as one of the headline acts at our first weekend event. The boys are all incredibly talented musicians and know exactly what it takes to move a dancefloor, as well as how to party! The fact that they have recently sold out 2 shows at Brixton academy, shows just how popular their sound is and I can't wait to see them close the main outdoor stage at Eastern Electrics on the Saturday night.”

Parklife Weekender announce Heaton Park and new location

Organisers of The Parklife Weekender can finally reveal that the fourth instalment of the festival will be relocating to Manchester's Heaton Park in 2013. Widely regarded as one of the premier outdoor venues in the north of England, Heaton Park has hosted legendary concerts from the likes of The Stone Roses and Oasis. Parklife Weekender organisers are also delighted to announce an additional four artists including Melbourne four-piece The Temper Trap, as well as exciting artists Baauer, Boddika, Breakbot and TEED (DJ set) who will also be playing live. Parklife Weekender takes place on 8th and 9th June 2013 and signals the start of the UK's summer of music. With weekend tickets priced at only £69.50 the Parklife Weekender it is arguably the best value for money festival in the UK this year. For tickets please visit www.parklife.uk.com

Plan BThe phenomenal success of The Parklife Weekender has seen the festival grow year-on-year since its inception and resulted in Platt Fields Park no longer being big enough to accommodate the event. 2013 will see a wider spread of music and entertainment including larger dance arenas, more spectacular production and many hidden nooks and crannies ensuring the biggest ParklifeWeekender ever staged.

Parklife Weekender Organiser, Sam Kandel says; "We are very lucky that no other large scale events have been planned for the site this year, so that Parklife Weekender is able to work with Manchester City Council for what is our biggest and best festival yet. The Parklife team are very proud to see this years festival at Heaton Park – it definitely feels like 2013 is going to be a key moment in Parklife Weekenders history."

Councillor Nigel Murphy, executive member for the environment, said; "We've worked closely with the Parklife organisers to make sure this successful event can continue to be held in Manchester. We look forward to the long term benefits which events of this nature will bring to Heaton Park, Manchester residents and other people who regularly use this wonderful free facility".

The Prodigy, Calvin Harris, Wu Tang Clan and more for Balaton Sound

The Prodigy is a must-have star for any festival main stage, after 25 million sold albums and an amazing popularity through the years. Probably the most successful British electronic formation has surprised the fans with a concert album two years ago. Besides their big hits, we will hear new songs from their new album ’How to Steal a Jet Fighter’.

Calvin Harris is one of the biggest names today in the mainstream electronic music scene. Last year he had a massive show in Zamárdi and this year his track ’We Found Love’, in collaboration with Rihanna, received a Grammy. The Scottish DJ makes perfect party songs with a hint of electro house sound and this year he arrives with a brand new program to the event.

One of the most important hip-hop formations, Wu Tang Clan, truly belongs to music history. The New York clan was formed in 1993, so this year they are celebrating their 20th jubilee with a gigantic tour. They are working on a new album and in Zamárdi all the eight founding members will perform, except ODB, on the biggest stage of Balaton Sound.

Armin van Buuren has closed last year’s Balaton Sound with some fireworks and an uplifting, energetic, massive set. This year he comes back with his ‘A State of Trance 2013’ collection to remind the fans of what quality trance really means. The collection is based on his radio show that is close to the 600th episode, reaching out to twenty-five million fans. Based on these numbers it is quite possible that his show will be the biggest among all.

He is easily recognizable for his unique eclectic house sets, Jamie Jones, has become a prominent icon of the industry at the late 2000s. He made the mix for the 59th album of the Fabric series and worked with the Cocoon label of Sven Väth, but based on his success for three years now he has his own label, Hot Creation. He is unstoppable, last year he has conquered the British charts with ’Benediction’ and this year Jamie can prove his talent at his European tour.

Italian music background and Swedish pop hits have influenced the songs of Alesso, a Stockholm-born Italian DJ. Accordingly, he doesn’t have close ties with the Italian, but the Swedish House Mafia and with his easy-going, monumental dance music he had several sold-out parties.

The abstract and enchanted songs of Crystal Castles are closer to the noise and art rock bands of the 80s new wave than to the parties of the 2000s. However, they made one of the most important albums of the decade in 2008. Since, they became popular on the dance floor with their song ‘Not in Love’ in 2010, a collaboration with Robert Smith from Cure, and this year the crowd can enjoy their strange music in Zamárdi.

You cannot organize an electronic music festival in 2013 without the show of one of the members of Swedish House Mafia. This year out of the trio, Axwell, is definitely coming to Lake Balaton. Moreover, he is the most influential character of the music mafia as there were hardly any electronic pop music recordings from Sweden that he did not assist to. While Swedish is usually gold and a world-success in pop music; Axwell as well plays in the biggest parties on the biggest stages with the best tracks.

Henrik Schwarz is a music gourmand, without any overstatement. One of the iconic DJs of the Berlin clubs not only makes gigantic parties in the most popular clubs in Berlin but also works together with jazz bands at jazz festivals too. His sophisticated but melodic sets will definitely make the crowd dance in Zamárdi. The fans can take it for granted that they will party to one of the most interesting music projects of the German capital by the Lake.

The name of The Advent means the arrival of another icon to Zamárdi. For a decade now the duo became a one-man project, being revolutionary in techno music. The Portuguese Cisco Ferreira is not only known as a London DJ, but for being a sound engineer as well. He is constantly working on new sounds and he is a pioneer in electronic live acts with making all of his shows a real and unique experience.

In the Anglo-Saxon world it is pretty well-known what hip-hop is all about and it’s positive that the Australian Iggy Azaela will be “Die Antwoord” of 2013. The cool blond MC is easy-going and in herself a real hip-hop production, laughing at the iconic characteristics and gestures of the genre. Born in Sydney, living in LA, the MC lady made a huge success with her video Pu$$y. Her self-confidence could not be more declared than the title of her new album ‘The New Classic’.

The name of Belzebass promises massive bass sounds and the two crazy Italians, Michele and Riccardo, won’t let the audience down. Anything that comes in their way, from metal through techno, hardcore to nu rave, they collect everything and use it for some hard-core electro trash party.

Berlin-based Swedish DJ, Jan Blomqvist, merges Swedish pop style with the German capitals minimal sets. The former bass-guitarist for Hexenhaus and songwriter DJ plays with his audience as he wants: by knowing everything needed for a good party and making it happen. So stay tuned for Jan Blomqvist live at Balaton Sound!

The Canadian Fairmont, originally Jake Fairley, is a fan of the electronic sounds and apparatus of the 70s and 80s. No surprise, he invites the two decades and modern electro and techno music to meet each other in his sets. Fairmont makes music with special atmosphere and an exciting taste.  

Jamie Jones & Terry Hunter added to Dominican Republic’s Groove Fest lineup

With his roots intertwined in house music for the past 25 years, Terry Hunter has travelled the globe sharing his passion for soulful house music while continuing to produce dance-floor packing hits for his Ts Box record label. Pleased with the success he has garnered in the house music community, but still looking to fulfil his appetite with new genres of music Terry’s latest adventure in his musical journey showcases his production talent in the hip hop arena

Of course, Horse Meat Disco, Kenny Dope, Krank Brothers, Dennis Ferrer and his Objektivity as well as the Martinez Brothers will all play, as will Sandy Rivera and Noir, both of whom are house heroes set to headline the Defected stage on Saturday’s main event.

What’s more, there are a slew of beach and pool parties being announced meaning there will be even more action to get in on across the 7 days of this party paradise. As well as the carefully programmed events, the keen eye for production and exclusive location, you will be able to enjoy a variety of fine eateries whatever your preference… Italian, Mexican, Caribbean – all things are catered for with food available 24 hours a day from any one of the numerous restaurants which make up this most heavenly Island. 

As well as this, your accommodation (which ranges from villa to presidential suite to studio depending on your budget) will have a fully stocked fridge with ice cold drinks, a choice of alcohol and will be re-stocked everyday by the same maid who – if you chose to stay in a villa – cooks you breakfast each and every morning.  Packages start from £744 and there are payment plans based on four installments… by now you’re surely sold on the idea, so well see you in the sun!

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Jamie Jones, Kenny Dope and more set for Groove Fest

Taking place between 5th and 12th September 2012, Groove Fest will pair the best house music talents, live artists and bands with the most luxurious beaches and finest facilities for an all-inclusive week in the unparalleled Caribbean sun. Taking over the clubs, bars, outdoor spaces and glistening swimming pools that make up the dreamy resort, Groove Fest will be the festival experience you never forget.

The first wave of artists and labels to be announced (expect many more in phase two) include the best from the worlds of deep house, soul and disco with names like Jamie Jones and his Hot Natured crew, Defected, Horse Meat Disco, Kenny Dope, Krank Brothers London's infamous Creche all confirmed.

 

Importantly, all food, drink, transfers and entrance fees are included in the price so, once you're there, it won't cost you a thing to enjoy the peerless open-air festivals, beach parties, pool parties, boat parties and club events. Not a bad thing at all when you consider the 5* setting – a spectacular and lavish resort on the North Coast of the Caribbean's most popular island, surrounded by sun-baked mountains, vibrant green vegetation and cooled by the soothing breezes that roll in off the Atlantic Ocean – idyllic is the only word which comes close.

As well as the carefully programmed events, the keen eye for production and exclusive location, you will be able to enjoy a variety of fine eateries whatever your preference… Italian, Mexican, Caribbean – all things are catered for with food available 24 hours a day from any one of the numerous restaurants which make up this most heavenly Island.

What’s more, your accommodation (which ranges from villa to presidential suite to studio depending on your budget) will have a fully stocked fridge with ice cold drinks, a choice of alcohol and will be re-stocked everyday by the same maid who – if you chose to stay in a villa – cooks you breakfast each and every morning.

Of course, you’ll need some way of getting around so – should you be staying in a villa or Presidential Suite – in true Caribbean style you’ll be given a golf buggy in which you can cruise around until your heart is content. There will also be a shuttle bus to take you to which any of the many different parties which take your fancy, too, making this a simply dream getaway for any dance music fan.

Packages start from £744 and there are payment plans based on four installments… by now you’re surely sold on the idea, so well see you in the sun!

For those that can a Party in Paradise
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