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FestWord Magazine will feature informative exclusive-to-print content related to every aspect of music festivals — from travel & food to fashion, art, &, of course, music.

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PSG and Jay Goldberg’s cutting-edge musical curation will present two days of unique sets and performances varying from electronic to hip hop. This year, the festival will be sponsored by Urbana’s own Canopy Club.

“Prime Music Festival’s inaugural year in Lansing exceeded all expectations for a first year festival in 2017. It was a no brainer to expand the festival to Urbana. Excited to share with the world who we are bringing this year! Stay tuned for that announcement,” managing partner Adam Lynn said.

Past Lineups

In past years, the lineup explored a fusion of electronic music with a refreshing focus on rap and hip hop and Prime Illinois will be no different. Last year, Prime Music Festival made its way to Lansing, MI and proved itself as one of the industry’s most recognized hip hop destinations with performances by Migos, Machine Gun Kelly, rising star Blackbear and many more.

Prime Music Festival also hosts the biggest names in dance music. Last year’s Lansing debut saw the likes of the EDM’s favorite megastar Marshmello, OWSLA’s Joyryde, ‘anthem house’ trio Cheat Codes, trap maestro Party Thieves, and feature pop frontman Prince Fox.

Tickets

This years lineup will be released in the upcoming weeks, but in the mean time purchase your tickets here! Early bird tickets are still available. General Admission 2 day tickets are starting at $40 + fees and VIP 2 day tickets are starting at $75 + fees. Purchase now and save money! As mentioned before, the lineup in past years has been insane and without a doubt this year will exceed guests expectations.

For more information on topics including vending, local support and general festival inquiries, click here. You can find the event now on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and by using the hashtag #PrimeFest and by following @PrimeFestival.

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FestPop Staff Writer, Katy Loesch

The 17th annual Austin City Limits Music Festival will deliver one of the most exceptional lineups of this year’s festival season. Headliners include Paul McCartney, Metallica, Childish Gambino, Arctic Monkeys, TRAVIS SCOTT and ODESZA. The history-making bill includes first time ACL Fest performances and only North American festival appearances by both Paul McCartney and Metallica. A triumphant return of Childish Gambino and a highly anticipated performance from Arctic Monkeys will also take place during the event. World class stars from all over the world will take the stage over the course of the two consecutive weeks. This year, ACL Festival will present over 125 bands across eight stages at Zilker Park. It will take place on October 5-7 and October 12-14. Tickets are now available here.

This year’s incredible lineup will showcase some of music’s most captivating artists including Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Deftones, Lily Allen and much more. Buzzworthy artists including BROCKHAMPTON, REZZ, GRETA VAN FLEET, San Holo, Gryffin, and Sofi Tukker will electrify audiences, while Prince’s legendary backing band,The Revolution, bring the groove.

Honoring homegrown talent has always been a tradition of ACL Fest. Native Texans including Shakey Graves and Golden Dawn Arkestra will perform both weekends. Khruangbin, Asleep at the Wheel, Sweet Spirit, and more will deliver the tunes on Weekend One. Charley Crockett, Duncan Fellows, Kydd Jones, Curtis Roush and more will perform on Weekend Two.

Lineup

Venue – Zilker Park

Austin City Limits Music Festival has been honored to call Zilker Park home for the past 17 years. A portion of proceeds from ACL Festival go directly towards improving Austin’s parks. Since 2006, ACL Festival, in partnership with the Austin Parks Foundation, has donated more than $30 million towards improvements to Zilker Park and parks across the city.

Tickets

3-Day General Admission Tickets for both weekends are on sale now here. 3-Day VIP and Platinum Tickets and Hotel Packages are also available. VIP ticketholders will enjoy a brand new shaded viewing deck with exceptional sightlines of the main stage, as well as the new VIP-Platinum bar located at Rock Island. A full list of VIP and Platinum amenities can be viewed here.

Music fans ages 10 and under will be admitted free of charge accompanied by a ticketed adult. 1-Day General Admission Tickets, 1-Day VIP Tickets and 1-Day Platinum Tickets will be available later in the year.

Live Stream

Fans worldwide who can’t make it to Zilker Park can watch The Official 2018 Austin City Limits Music Festival Live Broadcast on Red Bull TV, which is distributed digitally for free on the web at here, connected TVs, smartphones and tablets as well as on the ACL Festival’s official site. A full schedule of performances will be announced this summer on ACLFestival.com.

Fans can sign up for the E-List to be the first to get new information here, download the ACL Fest Mobile App, and follow social media to stay in the loop for all festival announcements. Also, keep up with their Facebook page, Instagram and Twitter.

Austin City Limits Music Festival is generously sponsored by American Express, Honda, Miller Lite, HomeAway, BMI, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Karbach Brewing Co., and Lifeway Kefir.

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FestPop Staff Writer, Katy Loesch

This year Air Festival is changing the location to La Brisa, in southwest of Bali. The new location is set in the area of Canggu. La Brisa is situated right on Echo Beach and is home to an absolutely breathtaking decor, sustainably sourced food and genuine Balinese hospitality. The venue was built using reclaimed wood form more than 500 old fisherman boats and txpertly hand decorated. Today, it is known to be one of the trendiest, yet eco-friendly Venus in the island. La Brisa radiates true Balinese character and serves some of the best food and cocktails. Canggu is a previously hidden corner of Bali, set within a cool, alternative undercurrent and a surf-shack groove.

Sylvie Forêt, Founder of Air Festival says “We are really excited for the Bali Edition of the Air Festival. The move to Bali not only makes it more accessible, but the new location is a pretty gorgeous setting. It’s not Gili Air, but it’s got another kind of energy that’s equally powerful. Set on a beach within a sustainable venue pushing for the same high standards we are.”

Musically, you can expect all sorts from house to soul. Fans of deep house music will love the fact New York’s Fred P from Soul People Music is playing. On the other hand, Tuskagee and Crosstown Rebels artist, Bas Ibellini, will bring plenty of fresh tech house. A different dubbed out sound will come from Dekmantel Festival Dutch star Makam and Rampa will play warm, progressive and melodic house. To keep the crowd going, Boris Werner will keep you dancing for days. Ata, DJ and founder of renowned club Robert Johnson is also set to play. There are many more artists that will perform throughout the event including Mimi Love, KMLN, Dr. Yez, Kai and many more.

The Air Festival was founded by a group of friends in 2015. The event started out as an intimate event focusing on sustainability and organic growth. The original team comprised of Walker Barnard, Sylvie Forêt, Tiago Oudman, Kelly Ariella, Ben Pound and Alexander Bonkas — all of them rooted in underground dance music, who started the party with a “letʼs just do this and see what happens” kind of attitude.

They’ll also be challenging themselves to go completely plastic free. Above all, expect to have the best time with more intention, love and light on the dance floor under the stars.

In 2017, attendees saw the introduction of the Awan Stage. This stage was the festival’s living heart where the sacred fire burns, the cacao flows, and super-inspiring live musicians and slow DJs share their songs and organic earth vibes. The Air Stage and the Awan are complimentary zones where festival goers can move from peak time party to relaxed and grounded gathering and back again all within the same container.

The Air festival measures its success not only in ticket sales and dance floor eargasms but also in terms of how lightly we tread. As in 2017, they are virtually plastic free and as always they plan to leave Bali cleaner than it was before the festival started.

Make sure to get your tickets now and plan ahead. This will be a festival that you won’t want to miss, especially with the location. Buy tickets here!

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FestPop Staff Writer, Katy Loesch

This past week, R&B singer-songwriter Mitch hosted a listening part for his new project, SPACE. The event took place at The Room in Los Angeles where friends and celebrity guests celebrated his new album. Arin Ray, DJ Vision, Melody Thornton, Miss Diddy are just a few who attended the party.  Mitch is known to working with YG, who also made an appearance to show support for his labels up and coming R&B star.

The newly signed artist to 4Hunnid/Interscope brought together artists, tastemakers and industry professionals alike. The album features 14 tracks, including his lead single, “Jersey.” Mitch uses his own sound along with production from Hymnbeats, Swish, yaboyNOIS, Cardiak, and B Korn. He is looking to find a sound between rap and R&B attracting fans from different genres of hip hop music.

Photo Credit: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images

Photo Credit: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images

Photo Credit: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images

Photo Credit: Jerritt Clark/Getty Images

YG signed a deal with Interscope two years ago for his label 4Hunnid, which Mitch is signed to. Mitch and YG make a great pair as Mitch as been featured on tracks such as “IDGAF” and “I Ain’t Lying.” YG wants to show the rest of the world what he saw in Mitch when he brought him along the Fuck Donald Trump tour back in 2016.  Making it in the music industry isn’t easy, but with YG and Mitch’s new album, SPACE, Mitch will be an artist to keep your eye out for in the near future.

Listen to SPACE below:



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FestPop Staff Writer, Katy Loesch

Tickets

Outside Lands Eager Beaver and Leisure Beaver tickets will provide a lower price to fans buying festival tickets before the lineup announcement. Those who purchase the pre-sale tickets will be able to purchase the lowest priced tickets for the festival. Once the Eager Beaver tickets sell out, the Leisure Beaver tickets will become available. Eager Beaver VIP tickets will also be available for purchase. Keep in mind that there is limited availability for all of these price levels. Additionally, 3-day Shuttle Passes and 3-day Parking Passes will also go on sale Thursday, March 29 at 10am PT.

PRE-SALE PRICING

Eager Beaver – $325 + fees

Leisure Beaver – $349.50 + fees

Eager Beaver VIP – $749.50 + fees

3-Day Parking – $255 (all-in)

3-Day Shuttle Pass $48 (all-in)

About Outside Lands

Over the past decade, Outside Lands has exceeded expectations for festival goers. This festival sets new standards for festivals around the world, revolutionizing how music, food and drink can be enjoyed. Throughout the weekend, world class culinary and wine will be showcased from the best the Bay Area has to offer.  Besides delicious food, the lineup is always unforgettable with the backdrop of Golden Gate Park.  Outside Lands, without a doubt is an experience like none other.

Outside Lands has a rich alumni of artists that include world class artists. In past years artists included Radiohead, Elton John, Kendrick Lamar, Lana Del Rey, Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Solange, Chance the Rapper, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Foo Fighters, Lorde, Stevie Wonder and many more.

Since its inception, the festival has become a San Francisco tradition and boom for the Bay Area. Thousands of fans travel from around the world to flood the iconic city for an incomparable weekend in one of the world’s greatest green spaces. Outside Lands is a true destination festival and a celebration of the region’s best. You won’t want to miss it.

Look out for lineup and ticket announcements on Outside Land’s Official site, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Hope to see you there!

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FestPop Staff Writer, Katy Loesch

Insomniac released a powerful new video for this year’s 22nd annual Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas. The message “All Are Welcome Here” is to unify the EDC family and its headliners. The heartfelt video focuses on the theme of kineticLOVE and harmony with one another. There is so much beauty, love and stories that connect us Under the Electric Sky. The three-minute video gives viewers a compelling look into the colorful world of EDC Las Vegas. The festival gives headliners a warm welcome each year where they can express themselves freely without judgement. All Are Welcome to join Pasquale Rotella and the accepting community that coexists within EDC Las Vegas, here.

The latest video brings a voice to the unspoken connections, hidden allure, and purpose found in the places that make us feel most at home. Once a year, over 400,000 people from around the world come together to celebrate happiness, inclusivity and music in a neon playground. EDC Las Vegas puts together an experience beyond a person’s imagination. The world known festival will return to the desert on May 18-20, 2018 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This year will feature eight stunning and brand-new stage designs, a parade of playful costumed performers, mobile musical Art Cars, more than 250 legendary artists and an endless sea of thrilling carnival rides. As each chapter of EDC unfolds in the dance mirage, fans will embrace life, love, and the beauty in each other’s uniquely distinct differences.

Lineup

The full EDC Las Vegas 2018 lineup is also available here.

EDC Las Vegas 2018 tickets are on sale here. A limited number of camping packages are available for purchase on the Camp EDC website. Follow EDC Las Vegas on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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FestPop Staff Writer, Katy Loesch