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Seismic Dance Event Announces Final 2021 Lineup

Seismic Dance Event, the premiere boutique house and techno music festival in Austin, Texas, has announced the final lineup for their highly-anticipated return to The Concourse Project on November 12th – 14th. Dropping an additional batch of artists to a lineup that now includes over fifty names that define the sounds of the global underground…

Avantasia, Europe and more join the Rock Imperium Festival 2022 line up!

Rock Imperium Festival organisers are grateful for the warm reception that the festival has received and, looking into the future, they are glad to announce the incorporation of the 24 bands that will complete the line-up of the ambitious first edition of Rock Imperium Festival in Cartagena. These 24 bands are added to the 19…

Billie Eilish to headline Pyramid Stage Friday 24th June at Glastonbury Festival

Glastonbury festival organisers have confirmed that American singer and songwriter BILLIE EILISH will headline the Pyramid Stage at next summers festival on the 24th June! The appearance – Eilish’s first UK festival headline performance – follows her storming set on the Other Stage at Glastonbury 2019. We couldn’t be happier to announce that the wondrous…

Full Force Festival announces more bands for 2022!

From 24th – 26th June 2022 it is finally that time again and on Ferropolis Island you can headbang and mosh again! For the 27th edition of the Full Force Festival here is the next round of line-up announcements today! In addition to well-known bands such as the Swedish melodic death metal legends SOILWORK, the…

Martin Garrix, Major Lazer, girl in red, The Ark join the Ruisrock 2022 line up!

Next summer’s Ruisrock will feature several gigs by much-requested international and Finnish artists. Performers include, among others, top producer MARTIN GARRIX, super group MAJOR LAZER, indie pop artist GIRL IN RED and glam rockers THE ARK. DJ and producer MARTIN GARRIX, who has established himself on the world’s largest festival stages, has collaborated with numerous…

Martin Garrix, Jessie Ware, Cigarettes After Sex & more for Open’er Festival 2022!

Joining the Open’er Festival 2022 line-up are MARTIN GARRIX, JESSIE WARE, CIGARETTES AFTER SEX, JEHNNY BETH, SONS OF KEMET, MOSES SUMNEY and PILLOW QUEENS. Already announced artists include DUA LIPA, IMAGINE DRAGONS, TWENTY ONE PILOTS, THE CHEMICAL BROTHERS, MICHAEL KIWANUKA, BADBADNOTGOOD and INHALER. The festival takes place in Gdynia, Poland, June 29th – July 2nd….

Greenfield Festival completes its 2022 line up!

Greenfield festival organisers are excited to have the following new acts confirmed for 2022: WIZO – Since triumphing at the height of the nineties punk rock wave (legendary album: “UUAARRGH!”), WIZO rightly claims the position of the lively rock in punk rock after more than 30 years of success -Surf. BARONESS – finally come to…

Sleaford Mods join Norway’s Stereo Festival 2022 line up!

We have arrived in March and artist number 16 on the poster, and it is celebrated with a GREAT RELEASE of the rare – so rare that festival organisers have hired self-appointed superfan Jonas Skybakmoen (Johndoe) as a guest writer to explain why this is likely to be this years best concert in Central Norway!…

Aussie rockers Wolfmother confirmed for EDP Vilar de Mouros 2022

From Australia to the world, WOLFMOTHER emerged like a violent high voltage discharge in 2006. With them they brought the classic hard rock of the 70s, their shaggy hair and knits pulled out with the same carefree pleasure of garage bands who spent hours jamming in anonymity and later bursting on rock circuits around the…

Black Label Society confirmed for Sweden’s Atlas Rock Festival!

The American band BLACK LABEL SOCIETY is ready for the new festival Atlas Rock in Gävle, Sweden where ALICE COOPER and POWERWOLF will also perform. SAVE THE DATE: June 4th, 2022: Gävle, Gasklockorna, SWEDEN BLACK LABEL SOCIETY revolves around Ozzy Osbourne’s longtime guitarist Zakk Wylde. In 1999 they debuted with Sonic Brew and in the…

Dua Lipa to headline Open’er Festival 2022

DUA LIPA is undoubtedly one of the most important artists of the world pop today. Her debut, personal album (2017), sold over 6 million copies, and the accompanying singles (including “IDGAF”, “Blow Your Mind [Mwah]” and “New Rules”) in over 80 million. However, thanks to “New Rules” she became the youngest artist with over a…

Departure Playa del Carmen announces phase 2 artists for 2022

Teaming up for the very first time, Pollen Presents, The Brooklyn Mirage, and The Cityfox Experience present DEPARTURE, a five day and night travel experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from January 6th – 11th, 2022. Featuring a custom build mirage and two further unique stage builds, this innovation in creativity will host performances from…

English rock band Foals to play Super Bock Super Rock 2022

FOALS are one of the most creative and exciting bands of the last 15 years in the alternative rock scene. It all started in Oxford when longtime friends Yannis Philippakis (guitar) and Jack Bevan (drums) decided to form another group after the end of another joint project, the late The Edmund Fitzgerald. Andrew Mears (vocals),…

UK Rockers Don Broco confirmed for Rock For People Festival 2022!

DON BROCO are a vigorous rock band from the British Isles that will take your breath away. Sharp guitar riffs, sophisticated compositions, and energy rolling from all sides. At the beginning of 2018, they got a ton of recognition for their third album Technology, which is praised by critics. After all, they were supported by…

Jinjer, Lorna Shore, Lost Society, Hatebreed & more confirmed for Bloodstock 2022

After the biggest and most successful BLOODSTOCK to date this year, a certified triumph in the face of adversity, BLOODSTOCK’s 2022 event is off to a flying start with all VIP, discounted early bird tickets and campervan passes all sold out in record time! Grabbing a Ronnie James Dio main stage slot on Saturday are…

Country Music Superstar Luke Combs confirmed for RBC Bluesfest 2022

Following a sell-out show at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, RBC Bluesfest organizers are pleased to announce country music superstar LUKE COMBS will perform at the iconic Ottawa festival on July 9th 2022. LUKE COMBS, who The New York Times calls, “the most promising and influential new country star of the last five years,”…

A$AP Rocky confirmed for Super Bock Super Rock 2022

A$AP ROCKY is one of the most disruptive names on the hip-hop scene worldwide. But the path was not always easy for Rakim Mayers. His father was arrested when he was only 12 years old and soon after that, his brother was killed. These were some of the wounds that would eventually influence his commitment…

Lewis Capaldi, Lionel Richie, Kasabian, Pete Tong & Muse headline Isle of Wight Festival 2022

Fresh from a sunshine-filled weekend of music celebrating the 2021 event, organsiers are thrilled to bring you their first line-up announcement for the 2022 cinch presents the Isle of Wight Festival. Headlining the Main Stage are LEWIS CAPALDI, LIONEL RICHIE, KASABIAN, PETE TONG & THE HERITAGE ORCHESTRA PRESENTS IBIZA CLASSICS CONDUCTED BY JULES BUCKLEY and MUSE….

Courteeners and Blossoms to headline Y Not Festival 2022

Y Not Festival is back for 2022! The North’s essential music festival returns next summer after two years away on 29th – 31st July to bring music lovers the celebration they all deserve. For their fifteenth edition, Y Not are delighted to announce two of the UK’s best live acts as their 2022 headliners –…

Graspop Metal Meeting 2022 confirms Avenged Sevenfold as 4th headliner

With AVENGED SEVENFOLD Graspop Metal Meeting is adding a fourth headliner to the roster for its 25th XL edition. The American top act will end proceedings on Main Stage 1 on Friday. GMM 2022 takes place from Thursday 16th through Sunday 19th June 2022 and already it’s shaping up to be a memorable anniversary edition. Despite two consecutive…

Pollen Presents Palm Tree Music Festival Getaway with Kygo – Cabo Edition

Leading technology company Pollen Presents has announced a new destination experience in partnership with Kygo’s Palm Tree Crew. Going by the name Palm Tree Music Festival Getaway and taking place in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico from December 2-6, the event will be curated by Palm Tree Crew and will include performances by KYGO as well…

Byron Bay Bluesfest adds 7 new names to their 2022 line up

The quality and talent on the Bluesfest lineup next Easter Long Weekend, Friday 15th April – Monday 18th April 2022, is incomparable and unmatched. It is THE BEST Aussie & Kiwi lineup – EVER, and guess what… we ain’t finished!! Peter Noble OAM, Festival Director Bluesfest festival director, Peter Noble goes on to say: SIX60,…

Rodgers & Chic, Van Morrison, & Emeli Sande to headline Belladrum Festival 2022

Following on from the cancellation of the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival for two consecutive years in 2020 & 2021, ‘Bella’ can confirm today that it has managed to secure the majority of the previously announced line-up including all three headliners, legendary multi- Grammy Award winning composer, producer, arranger and guitarist NILE RODGERS & CHIC, another…

New festival Desert Air debuts at Palm Springs Air Museum December 10-11 2021

The California desert has long served as a getaway for artists and outliers, a refuge to escape prying eyes, to unwind and lose yourself in broad skies and shimmering horizons. This December, Palm Springs is being reclaimed for another generation of adventure seekers, with the debut of Desert Air, creating a new legacy for electronic…

Phase 1 artists announced for new experience festival Ibiza Spirit in Mexico!

Leading technology company Pollen Presents has announced that they have joined forces with Ibizan powerhouse The Night League to bring you Ibiza Spirit. The experience will include seven days and nights of incredible events, pool parties and boat parties, and global DJs and clubbing brands, all helping to bring the spirit and culture of Ibiza…

Mercyful Fate, Moonspell, Hämatom & more added to the sold out Wacken Open Air 2022 line up

Festival organisers are excited to be back in 2022, with the 75,000 fans who have already sold out the festival! They have been trying their hardest to secure as many of the bands that were booked for 2020 and today here are some of those additions! For more than two decades, the loudest village in…

Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Armin van Buuren, Paul Kalkbrenner amongst the first names for Tomorrowland Winter 2022

After 2 years, Tomorrowland is back! The first Tomorrowland of 2022 will take place from March 19th – 26th in the beautiful ski resort and mountains of Alpe d’Huez (France). Tomorrowland has now unveiled the first names of artists who will be performing at the second edition of Tomorrowland Winter, welcoming ADRIATIQUE, AFROJACK, ARMIN VAN…

Los Angeles event producers Framework announce Framework Cabo in December!

Leading technology company Pollen Presents has teamed up with one of Los Angeles’ leaders in underground electronic music Framework for an immersive clubbing getaway. Going by the name Framework Cabo, the event will bring together leading house and techno names from around the globe from December 9-13 in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Throughout four days…

Download Festival Germany Premieres with Metallica as headliners!

Download has for years been one of Britain’s favourite festival events, with appearances by the greatest and most popular rock bands and metal icons. Now, Download Germany is premiering at the Hockenheimring with METALLICA on 24 June 2022. And the message for all fans is clear: this will be the best and most impressive hard…

Elton John brings his Farewell Tour to BST Hyde Park 2022

BST Hyde Park is back with a MASSIVE headliner for 2022 – the incomparable ELTON JOHN! One of the most influential and vital artists of all time, ELTON JOHN announced his ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour’ in 2018 and embarked on an epic farewell to touring after 50 years on the road. Today, the Rocketman…

Volbeat, Shinedown, Black Veil Brides, A Day To Remember & 16 more new bands added to Download Festival 2022

Download Festival UK 2022 just got bigger – Say hello to: A DAY TO REMEMBER, VOLBEAT, SHINEDOWN, BLACK VEIL BRIDES, BURY TOMORROW and more! Pop-punk heroes A DAY TO REMEMBER will be storming the Main Stage on Friday. Having released their long awaited seventh album ‘You’re Welcome’ back in March, it’s looking like a big…

INmusic Festival adds 4th day and confirms Kasabian

Following two years of pandemic postponements INmusic festival returns with a bang – the long awaited anniversary edition of INmusic festival #15 will take place over 4 festival days and feature the most lavish music programme in the festival’s history! The highly acclaimed music programme of the anniversary edition of INmusic festival #15 which features…

New Festival Experience ‘Departure’ comes to Playa Del Carmen 6th – 11th January 2022

Teaming up, Pollen Presents, The Brooklyn Mirage, and The Cityfox Experience present Departure, a five day and night travel experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from January 6-11, 2022. Featuring a custom build mirage and two further unique stage builds, this innovation in creativity will host performances from the leading international names in electronic music,…

Secret Project Presents: One Project Los Angeles 2 – 3 October 2021

Los Angeles’ Secret Project returns for a special one-off iteration, One Project, this October. Secret Project Presents One Project will again deliver the most cutting edge house and techno international talents, alongside some of LA’s most beloved underground promoter crews, in the unique raw creative environment of Downtown LA’s Arts District. A new lay-out and…

Goldrush Music Festival Announces Phase 02 Lineup And Artist-By-Day

Relentless Beats continues to fuel prospector’s excitement for the return of Goldrush as it announces additions to the already massive and expanded three-day festival lineup. Returning to Rawhide Western Town for the fourth time, September 24, 25, and 26, lineup additions include BLACK V NECK, COSMIC GATE, EDX, INZO, MIZE, MONXX, MOORE KISMET, SETH TROXLER…

Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Dream Theater & Sepultura confirmed for Rock in Rio 2022

The much loved Metal Day is confirmed at Rock in Rio 2022! What can you expect for the opening day is an unparalleled feeling of seeing the biggest metal bands on the planet on the stage of the biggest music and entertainment festival in the world, Rock in Rio. From the opening of the gates,…

The Amity Affliction, Violent Soho & more for Unify Forever 2022

Not only one of the biggest metalcore acts in the country, but also internationally, THE AMITY AFFLICTION will take over UNIFY’s stage for a monumental performance hot off the back of their latest album, Everyone Loves You… Once You Leave. The Amity Affliction have served up three gold-certified albums and one platinum in Australia, with…

Opeth, Mastodon, Killing Joke and more join the Mystic Festival 2022 line up!

You already know more than 40 bands that will play at the festival, and today you learn the name of two dozen more, including OPETH, MASTODON, KILLING JOKE, MAYHEM, HEILUNG, OBITUARY, KVELERTAK, BARONESS, SOLSTAFIR, WITCHCRAFT and CODE ORANGE. You will see them all on 2nd-4th June 2022. Third time’s a charm. This third time things…

Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds confirmed for EXIT Festival 2022

NICK CAVE and his band THE BAD SEEDS are the first confirmed headliners of the 21st edition of the EXIT festival, to be held from 7th to 10th July 2022! One of the most original and influential bands in the world, led by an indestructible rock preacher, will thunder from the festival’s Main Stage on…

Lamb Of God Confirmed as headliners for Bloodstock 2022

Headlining on the Ronnie James Dio main stage will be mighty groove metal overlords, LAMB OF GOD! It’s been way too long since we’ve rocked the festivals of Merry Olde – what better way to announce our return than a headliner slot at BLOODSTOCK? Until then, pack your wellies and stay safe England – LAMB…

Sold Out Reading & Leeds Festivals announce more names!

New names have been announced to the stacked Reading and Leeds festival lineups these include MIMI WEBB and DINOSAUR PILE-UP. Fresh BBC Music introducing artists have been added to the billing and alternative acts have also been announced. MIMI WEBB is now announced to perform the Radio 1 dance stage. She rose in notoriety after…

Seismic Dance Event Announces Phase One Lineup for November 12-14

Seismic Dance Event, the premiere boutique house and techno music festival in Austin, Texas, has announced the phase one lineup for their highly-anticipated return to The Concourse Project on November 12-14. Dropping more than forty names that define the sounds of the global underground dance movement, Seismic continues its legacy as a must-visit event for…

Justin Bieber and Demi Lovato confirmed for Rock in Rio 2022!

For the great reunion moment at Rock in Rio 2022, two great artists join the line up: JUSTIN BIEBER and DEMI LOVATO will be on Stage World on the night of September 4th. Headliner of the night, JUSTIN BIEBER is at the top of the charts on Spotify, is the youngest artist in history to…

Excision announces his first vacation destination festival PARADISE BLUE!

EXCISION announces his first vacation destination festival taking place on April 29th, 30th and May 1st, 2022. PARADISE BLUE is a three-day destination experience at the all-inclusive Four Diamond Paradisus Resort in Cancún, Mexico. The festival will feature three sets from EXCISION, a crazy main stage on the beach, and a curated Headbanger lineup featuring: ZOMBOY,…

Diplo, Jimmy Eat World, Porter Robinson, Grouplove & more for Dusk Festival 2021

Keeping its eye on the horizon in 2020, DUSK is excited to announce that it will be returning to Downtown Tucson, November 13th and 14th, 2021. Known for its eclectic lineup, as well as Tucson’s best food, beverage, and art- this year features DIPLO; JIMMY EAT WORLD; PORTER ROBINSON; GROUPLOVE; BLU DETIGER; JOHN SUMMIT; JUSTIN…

The Strokes, Modest Mouse, Glass Animals, Fontaines D.C & more for NOS Alive 2022

THE STROKES, GLASS ANIMALS, MODEST MOUSE, FONTAINES D.C. and MOSES SUMNEY are the new confirmations for the 14th edition of NOS Alive, which takes place at the Passeio Marítimo de Algés on the 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th of July, 2022. Previously announced for NOS Alive’20 and ’21, THE STROKES will play at NOS Stage for the first…

Dropkick Murphys, Airbourne and more for Tsunami Festival 2022

Tsunami festival organisers bring you the poster for next year, their 4th edition, taking place from July 28th to 30th, 2022. First of all, a much-loved headliner will reign supreme on the Vibra Mahou Stage in 2022, and it will finally be the DROPKICK MURPHYS! Without a doubt, one of the biggest bands in punk…

Spanish garage-pop band Hinds added to the INmusic Festival 2022 line up

HINDS to make their debut Croatian performance on the heels of their acclaimed third studio release ‘The Prettiest Curse’ at INmusic festival #15 in June 2022! HINDS started their career in Madrid in 2011 as a duo, Deers, until in 2014 singers and guitarists Carlotta Cosials and Ana García Perrote were joined by Ade Martín…

Lovers & Friends Festival announces Las Vegas 2022 line up

One of the world’s largest throwback festivals to feature rare performances from iconic artists including USHER, MS. LAURYN HILL, CIARA, LUDACRIS, ASHANTI, TLC, NE-YO, TREY SONGZ and many others. The Lovers & Friends Festival, presented by Live Nation, Snoop Dog and Bobby Dee, will take place at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds Saturday, May 14,…

Brand New 2 Day Camping Festival Announced – Creamfields Chelmsford!

Creamfields one of the world’s biggest electronic promoters have revealed plans for an all-new 50,000 capacity two-day camping festival in 2022 which will see them bring their award-winning festival South, taking over the stunning Grade II listed Hylands Park for Creamfields Chelmsford. With the iconic Hylands villa as its backdrop, the multi-stage festival will also…