Tag: News
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Set Times Announced for Summer Set Music Festival 2015!
Get your conflict sharpies ready! The Summer Set Music Festival official set times have been released. One of my favorite things about this festival is that the headliner for each day gets to play during their very own time slot. That means that you will definitely not be missing the big three: Bassnectar, Big Gigantic,…
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EDC Las Vegas 2015: Event Recap
Nothing really compares to the sheer massiveness of the Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas. Having attended since 2012, there has personally never been an electronic music festival where I have felt so at home. Were there problems this year at EDC? Of course there were. You can point out the flaws in the RFID…
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Interview: Trap Heavy Hitter Ookay
Abraham Laguna aka Ookay is one of the most humble and honest artists I have had the pleasure to sit down with. During EDC week, which is a busy time for any artist I was so grateful he was able to make the time to meet with me. Prior to the interview, we sat down for…
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Interview: Markus Schulz Visits Kansas City
Markus Schulz is a legend, to say the least. The DJ producer has been making music for over 20 years with unique sounds mixed from progressive, house, and trance. Schulz has played everywhere from small club venues to the largest music festivals the world has ever seen. Kansas City was fortunate to have Markus Schulz…
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Insomniac and Yahoo Offer Live Video Stream of EDC Las Vegas June 19-21
Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas will host its first live video stream exclusively on Yahoo on June 19-21, 2015 from 8:30 pm to 5:30 am PT each night. It will be rebroadcast immediately following. In addition to Yahoo.com/edc, fans will be able to watch EDC Las Vegas through the Yahoo Screen App on i0s and…
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EDC ProTip: Live the VIP Life at EDC!
Constantly I hear at festivals and read online about people complaining about VIP. They usually talk about why it isn’t worth it or that the people in VIP are ruining the experience for others. I am here to tell you otherwise. I personally used to be skeptical of VIP. I just simply didn’t see the…
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EDC Las Vegas Dining Options Include New Gourmet Food Trucks Plus More
Brand new at Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), Las Vegas this year is The Terrace at kinecticFIELD, the festival’s trendy restaurant, which will make its debut to VIP and Marquee SkyDeck ticket holders. In addition there are casual fine dining options including a cafe and gourmet food trucks. “At this year’s EDC Las Vegas, we are offering a better and…
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EDC ProTip: Know Your Shuttle Pick-Up and Drop-off Locations
As EDC goers know the speedway can get a little messy when it comes to commuting to and from the venue (especially day 1). On that note, if you are taking Insomniac or any other 3rd party shuttles (Party Bus, etc.) MAKE SURE to know where their respective pick up and drop off locations are.…
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EDC Product Review: Flipbelt
Over the years I have seen fellow ravers partake in some odd things. One of those things is leaving their belongings and valuables either unattended, in a bag that can be easily slashed or stolen, or left in their easily accessed pockets. Girls might have a fanny pack but more often than not someone is…
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EDC ProTip: A Few EDC Travel Tips From Vegas.com
Here’s a few EDC travel tips from Vegas Insider Miranda Boyd who is travel booking website Vegas.com’s resident EDC expert: If you’re not a planner then just walk free. EDC has rides, art, music and something for every attention span to grab. Whatever hits your eyes, whatever makes you smile, walk toward it and never wonder what’s behind…
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EDC Week 2015
Starting Monday, June 15th through Monday, June 22nd is eight days of non-stop pool parties, nightclub events and entertainment on the Strip leading up to and during EDC Las Vegas. All 2015 EDC Week events along with ticket links can be found HERE! Monday, June 15 Marquee Nightclub & Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas…
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EDC ProTip: Where the Heck is My Shuttle Pass
Many people have been wondering where is their shuttle pass. Was it supposed to be have been included in with their EDC ticket, will it be mailed separately, do they pick it up in Las Vegas at their shuttle stop or designated location, or is there a special code to link it to their EDC experience pass wristband?…
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Beyond Wonderland is Back in the Bay Area for Fourth Year
Beyond Wonderland, Bay Area is returning to Shoreline Amphitheater & Grounds in Mountain View, California on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27, 2015. For the past couple of years Beyond Bay has hosted a sold-out crowd of 50,000 fans with 50 of the world’s top and emerging dance artists. Last year there were four stages including the mainstage “Queen’s Domain”…
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10 New EDC Las Vegas Additions From Insomniac and More Artists Announced!
NEW LINEUP ADDITIONS: Barreis, Baumer, Blasterjaxx, Brandon Elliot, Chus & Ceballos, Dosem, Eelke Kleijn, GAIA, Graff, Harry Romero, Juliet Fox, Prok & Fitch, Soul Clap, Ummet Ozcan, Wiwek, Louis B, CSTNZA, Wiseman, Out of Hand, Thee Cool Cats, The Interns, Human Life, Blaise James, Durante, Astronomar, Light Year Fans will experience fresh new production elements and art installations, expanded VIP and cabana luxuries, additional chill zones, and a new cultural hub inside the festival, in addition to the many surprises…
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EDMbiz Conference & Expo 2015 Announces First Phase of Speakers
EDMbiz Conference & Expo 2015 has announced the first phase of panels and speakers including KCRW Music Director, Jason Bentley, who will be returning as host and co-curator of the 4th annual music conference which will taking place at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas from Tuesday, June 16 through Thursday, June 18. One highlight of the event will be Billboard presenting its…
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EDC ProTip: What to Wear to EDC
EDC Vegas is the perfect opportunity to sport an imaginative and eccentric outfit alongside thousands of other festival goers clothed just as eye-catching as you. Take advantage of expressing yourself in this moment and put together something lively, peculiar, crazy, flashy, or just plain ludicrous. EDC is unique in that you’ll find some of the most exceptional and remarkable choices of attire, so go all out…
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Grant’s Top 15 Artists at EDC Las Vegas 2015
After working with many others in decoding the lineup for this year’s edition for the Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas I could not be more excited to share my top picks with fellow attendees. I have combed through the entire lineup looking for diverse acts, as well as some you may already know. This…
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EDC ProTip: How to Make a Festival Totem
Love them or hate them, totems are a big part of the atmosphere at Electric Daisy Carnival. They are a fantastic way to keep tabs on your group, enabling everyone to be able to venture off, and easily return to the group. Let’s face it, no one wants to spend all their time on their…
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EDC ProTip: Where to Find Last Minute Rave Gear
EDC Las Vegas 2015 is less than four weeks away and most of you already have your outfits and costumes ready go. But if your costumes need a few finishing touches, or you’re just a procrastinator like myself, here’s a few websites to get your last-minute rave gear. Amazon Amazon is a great place to…
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EDC New York: Memorial Day Weekend Kicks off Start of Summer Festivals
It’s the end of the Memorial Day weekend and the 4th annual EDC New York 2015 has come to a close. Over 100,000 headliners spent their holiday weekend at MetLife Stadium experiencing 70 top artists across five stages, enjoying epic views of the festival grounds from four other full-scale carnival rides, relaxing in the peace and tranquility of…