Festival season has commenced and our favorite artists have come out to play; debuting banger after banger one set at a time and running the circuit nonstop. Of the festivals to gain notoriety as of late, Fam Fest, held at Freedom Field in Harmony Maine from June 6th-9th, has quickly caught the eye of eager festival attendees looking to get their fix of live music. Leaning towards a heavy focus on bass, the festival boasts a stacked lineup for its 2024 return that has something in store for bass music fans of all sub-genres. 

Featuring widely acclaimed artists like Eazybaked, G-Space, and Potions, as well as an incredibly stacked undercard, Fam Fest is sure to be nothing short of a good time and is shaping up to be one for the books. To ease your mind of difficult decisions regarding which sets to attend throughout the weekend, we’ve put together a list of our top 10 can’t miss artists for this year’s fam festivities!

1. Ternion Sound

2. Dice Man

3.  Jeffufu

4. Barclay Crenshaw

5. Crawdad Sniper

6. Finneh

7. Deemzoo

8. Mikayli

9. Criso

10. Sol Good

If you’re a fan of world-class music and thrilling car showcases, GRIDLIFE Midwest 2024 was cooked up specifically just for you. They are the leading pioneer in premiere motorsports music festivals in all of America. GRIDLIFE returns this upcoming June 7th-9th to their longtime home of Gingerman Raceway currently located in South Haven, Michigan. This year’s headliners consist of Deadbeats label heads ZEADS DEAD, Mersiv, Tape B, Barely Alive, Eazybaked and so much more. This event separates itself from the rest due to its inclusion of hundreds of cars on the racetrack, the world’s best drifters, car shows, driving lessons for novices, a camping area, and top-tier food within an open all-access environment. Yes, there will be races as well! Today we have the honor of showcasing an exclusive playlist takeover for GRIDLIFE hosted by one of this year’s headliners, Barely Alive, which you can find below for further information and song selection.

As festival season quickly approaches, it’s easy to get lost in the repetition of these lineups that are getting announced almost every week it seems, however, Moonwalk Festival defies expectations with an otherworldly experience awaiting attendees.  Set against the backdrop of the enchanting forests of Afton, NY, from June 13th to 17th, this event promises to be a standout on the festival circuit. Recently, the festival unveiled an exceptional lineup showcasing a diverse range of artists spanning various subgenres of electronic music, notably dubstep and bass music.

With a bill like this, talent is stacked from top to bottom, so we suggest you try to see every act. But, just in case you can’t make it to all of them during the busy weekend, here are ten artists that we truly believe you MUST see at Moonwalk Festival (in no particular order).

1.The Widdler

2.Jason Leech

3.Kumarion

4.AHEE

5.Dice Man

6.Rafeeki

7.KOMPANY

8.Gorilla T

9.Canabliss

10.Yookie

With an extremely well priced variety of tickets, this festival is one that has been selling quickly. Moon Walk Festival offers 4 day GA with a Thursday early admission, 3 Day GA, 2 Day GA, and Single day GA tickets. All ticket options are currently on the last tier, so if this festival was one that you had on your radar, make sure you snag your tickets before it’s too late!

We had the privilege of sitting down with the lovely Maddy O’Neal to dive deep into the magic behind her set at ULTRA Music Festival and her latest track, “Matcha.” With her infectious energy and undeniable talent, Maddy captivated audiences and left an indelible mark on the festival stage. 

As the beats from her performance continued to echo through the festival grounds, Maddy shared insights into the creative process behind her set, which seamlessly blended electronic, hip-hop, and soulful sounds. With infectious energy and a genuine passion for her craft, Maddy illuminated the inspiration behind her newest track with COFRESI titled “Matcha,” which is a vibrant and dynamic track that captivates listeners with its pulsating rhythm and innovative production. As the sun set on another unforgettable day at ULTRA, it was clear that Maddy O’Neal’s starpower is only continuing to rise, and I can’t wait to see where her talent takes her next.

As a special treat for Headbang Society x Maddy O’Neal fans, Maddy was kind enough to whip up a super special guest mix to give her fans a taste of what she prepared for her Ultra set. If you like funky beats and want an hour of booming bass music, then you’ve come to the right place. 

Listen to the guest mix & watch the full interview from ULTRA Music Festival below:

Photo by Aaron Bradley

Every year, Suwannee’s Hulaween exceeds our expectations, creating a whimsical weekend full of great music, laughter and lasting memories. With this year being the tenth anniversary of the festival, there were surprises around every corner that shaped the event into the incredible time it was. We’ve put together a list of our top five favorite experiences at Hulaween to reflect on it. There is a reason why so many festival attendees from around the world have Hulaween as their must to go to festival every year. It’s safe to say that we might be joining this crew of special individuals as well.

1. Spirit Lake – This one was a no brainer for us. Spirit Lake is always an iconic part of the festival, but this year was different. Instead of half of the lake being open, festival goers were able to walk around the entire lake and see the designs from every angle. There were plenty of installations as well as hands-on activations that people were able to immerse themselves in. One of my favorites was the grounding station where you were able to relax and really connect with the earth and music around you.

2. Impeccable Camping Weather – Festivals in Florida are always questionable when it comes to the weather, but this weekend’s weather was one for the books. With highs in the low 80’s and lows in the 50’s, it created the perfect fall vibe. It was comfortable enough to where you needed a hoodie at night, but could still wear your favorite Halloween costume during the day without dripping in sweat. 

3. Unique Costumes – The attendees this year were creative to say the least when it came to their costumes. Hulaween is the perfect place to express your creativity, and what better way to do that than with a Halloween costume! We saw costumes of all different shapes and sizes, ranging from Disney characters, to 70’s themed, to Sirens and Cleopatra we saw it all!

4. Music – What would Hulaween be without the music? We were truly spoiled this weekend with the lineup we were given. Personally, Lab Group and Pretty Lights might have taken the cake for best sets of the weekend, but that’s not to say artists like Elderbrook, Eprom and Mt. Joy weren’t following very closely after. The diversity of the Hulaween lineup every year is something so special that makes the festival truly remarkable. 

5. Food – Last, but most definitely not least, the food at Hulaween was easily one of our favorite parts. Vendors like the Grilled Cheese Incident, Space Fruit, Island noodles and more kept our bellies full all weekend so we were able to continue dancing! Hulaween wouldn’t be the same without the unique food and drinks! 

“Our 10th anniversary was nothing short of magical. Thank you to the fans, the artists, and the teams behind the scenes who all contributed to this unforgettable celebration. We’re forever grateful for the last 10 years of your support, and can’t wait to see what the next 10 years bring.

Stay tuned for announcements for 2024, but until then, carry the love and light you experienced at Hulaween 2023 into the world around you. We’ll see you soon, HulaFam.

With eternal love and appreciation,”

-Hula HQ

    Most festival attendees will argue that the afters and pre-party are just as important as the festival itself, bringing everyone together for one final party and another reason to rally for some of the most exclusive and intimate late-night sets. Of these afters, Homebass Orlando truly allows you to get the most out of your festival experience. Located only 15 minutes from the Downtown Orlando area, Homebass Orlando 2023 will take place at the Wyndham Orlando Resort on international drive from November 9th–13th, and some of the best artists in the game, including Canabliss, Marauda, and Rusko, will be throwing down on the decks to satisfy all of your afters and pre-party needs.

       To make your afters experience a little easier, we’ve selected our top 10 can’t-miss sets for the weekends Homebass shenanigans.

Along with the event’s extremely well-curated lineup, Homebass Orlando brings some of the best experiences in terms of production and comfortability, allowing guests to stay onsite by purchasing a room package within the hotel itself that includes tickets to each night’s onsite events as well as a shuttle service to and from Tinker Field. The venue also boasts consistently evolving lighting and stage production, aside from their stellar lineup, and leaves nothing to be desired in terms of vibes.

      We’ll see you guys this weekend in Orlando, but until then, make sure to take a deep dive into our Top 10 list so you can manage your festival weekend efficiently and create the best experience possible.