SXM FESTIVAL RETURNS TO SAINT MARTIN FOR 2024 EDITION ANNOUNCING PHASE ONE OF LINEUP

Anja Schneider, Eli & Fur, Ilario Alicante, Loco Dice & many more have been announced for Phase One

SXM Festival is the world's most stunning mix of music, art, culture and tropical getaway – and it is back in 2024 for an immersive week that puts you in full control of your festival experience. The Festival takes over both sides of the gorgeous Caribbean island of Saint Martin / Sint Maarten with a world of cultural delights, escapist day trips, unique island experiences and many more surprises to complement the carefully curated soundtrack. 

Phase One of this year’s line-up is a mouthwatering list of world class and carefully curated names including Adam Ten, AJ Christou, Anja Schneider, Chus, Dana Ruh (live), Doc Martin, Eli & Fur, Fleur Shore, Harry Romero, Ilario Alicante, Kevin Saunderson, Loco Dice, Robag Wruhme, Roy Rosenfeld, Shimza and Tiefschwarz amongst many more. 

Since its debut back in 2016, SXM Festival has remained focused on curating lineups that unite legendary names and emerging acts alike from far-reaching corners of the globe. Some of clubland’s most celebrated selectors and live acts descended on St. Martin and that will be the case again in 2024. 

This year, the week-long SXM Festival will elevate the festival experience to all new heights. Attendees are invited to design their own experience for three to seven days of magical memories. SXM Festival is a place where individuality is embraced and you’re free to reflect your own unique spirit as you discover this tropical island getaway with an electrifying electronic soundtrack that plays out day and night next. 

Crafting a harmonious blend of partying and island exploration, SXM Festival has perfected the art of tailoring your experience. Immerse yourself in the lush tropical wonders - from invigorating hikes and cultural excursions to captivating day trips - until your heart and soul are utterly enriched.

Says SXM Festival’s Julian Prince, “With great excitement and anticipation, we present Phase One of the 2024 lineup, marking the beginning of our seventh edition. This launch sets the stage for an incredible journey of music, art, and unity. The carefully crafted lineup is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing an unforgettable experience for our festival-goers. It is a celebration of the limitless creativity and passion within the electronic music community. Together, we will weave a tapestry of emotions, where joy, exhilaration, and pure euphoria converge beneath the Caribbean sun. Join us as we ignite the spirit of SXM Festival and unleash the magic that has made it an extraordinary event”

The island boasts a stunning array of beaches, lush rainforest dancefloors, beautiful villas, boat parties, and beach clubs so your non-stop fun runs from sunrise to sunset. The music plays out at a variety of unique venues filled with mesmerising hand-crafted decor and arty design.

Although there are brand new and exciting venues coming this year, the famous centre of SXM Festival is Happy Bay from Wednesday to Sunday. It is a secluded private beach nestled in the jungle and home to the iconic Arc Main stage and the immersive Ocean stage. Other highlights are a series of day parties to choose from

including Boho Beach, the infamous Villa Party on Saturday and limited capacity Satellite Parties, including the Boat Party with DJs soundtracking the epic voyage, along with the now world renowned Panorama party, where party at the peak of Sint Maarten's highest mountain with breathtaking 360-degree views. More day parties will be announced soon, with secret villa parties to be discovered. 

This edition brings a  special partnership with the globally renowned Anjunadeep who will be hosting an epic sunrise party on the shores of Boho Beach on March 14th. Zero NYC, the city's renowned party promoter, is also teaming up with SXM Festival to bring you a truly enchanting sunrise party at Boho Beach on March 17th. 

SXM Festival has two ticket types - the 3 or 7-day EPIC Experience which includes access to all main events including Happy Bay, Boho Beach and more, or the 3 or 7-day PREMIUM Experience including everything the EPIC Experience offers plus exclusive access to the infamous Villa Party on Saturday, priority access to limited capacity Satellite Party events and best table access, expedited wristband pick-up, closer parking, ultra-mod washrooms, covered areas, additional bars, lounges and surprises.

Discover the SXM Festival Villa Collection with special benefits when you book such as a private transfer from the airport, a welcome gift, access to the Ultra VIP parking area at Happy Bay for closest proximity to the main entrance, full concierge service, top island experiences dedicated concierge, all available through sxmfestival.com/villa.

The countdown is now on once more to this most dreamlike and unique musical, travel and culture getaway in a truly breathtaking location.

Get on the waitlist now for the next presale coming soon at sxmfestival.com. Tickets on sale November 2, 2024.

A STATE OF TRANCE ANNOUNCES FIRST ACTS FOR INAUGURAL EVENT IN ROTTERDAM

Armin van Buuren’s A State of Trance has announced the first phase of artists for the first edition in their newly adopted home base, Rotterdam. Armin van Buuren, Cosmic Gate, Ferry Corsten, HI-LO, Laura van Dam, Maddix and MORTEN are just a few of the first names.

A State of Trance, the iconic music event curated by Armin van Buuren, has unveiled the initial roster of artists for its highly anticipated 2024 edition in their newly adopted home base, Rotterdam. Armin van Buuren, along with trance music luminaries Cosmic Gate, Ferry Corsten, HI-LO, John O’Callaghan, Laura van Dam, Maddix, and MORTEN, are among the first wave of acts revealed. Notably, A State of Trance 2024 marks the return of NWYR after a five-year hiatus. The inaugural event in Rotterdam will also see Armin van Buuren perform on both days with a unique set full of surprises planned for each.

With the announcement of phase 1 of the line-up, A State of Trance is welcoming back many of its fan-favorites, the acts that have shaped the event over the years. Fans can keep their eyes peeled on the A State of Trance channels over the following weeks as the rest of the programme is revealed step by step, expect A State of Trance debutants, exclusive back-to-back sets and a whole new daytime 

Back in June it was announced that A State of Trance will be leaving their base in Utrecht in 2024, moving to Rotterdam for the very first time. In addition to the change in location, A State of Trance will be expanding into a two-day event including extensive daytime programming complementing two nights of the indoor festival. Visitors will be able to attend masterclasses, panels, artists meet & greets, pre-parties and many other activities throughout the day in and around the A State of Trance Hotel, which will serve as the weekend’s central hub.

A State of Trance Hotel
To ensure an unparalleled experience, A State of Trance introduces the A State of Trance Hotel, taking over the Room Mate Bruno Hotel for the entire weekend. This exclusive hotel will host many of the daytime activities, making it the official hub for the event. After a night of trance music, attendees can retreat to the A State of Trance Hotel, creating the perfect harmony between music and relaxation. Limited packages for the A State of Trance Hotel are still available. For more details and booking options, visit festival.astateoftrance.com.

General information
A State of Trance 
Venue: Ahoy, Rotterdam
Date: 23 + 24 February 2024
Time: 22:00 - 06:00

DGTL ANNOUNCES DEBUT USA EDITIONS

TOUCHING DOWN IN NEW YORK CITY DECEMBER 1ST AND LOS ANGELES DECEMBER 2ND

FEATURING WHOMADEWHO (LIVE), IDA ENGBERG B2B AMÉMÉ, HENRIK SCHWARZ (LIVE) B2B MANO LE TOUGH, SHUBOSTAR, PARALLELE

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TEKSUPPORT

DGTL has announced the full lineup for their debut USA editions, taking place in New York City on December 1st and Los Angeles on December 2nd. Held in partnership with premier underground event collectives Teksupport and Stranger Than; in LA, DGTL’s US debut will showcase its acclaimed audiovisual experience and the leading selectors in house and techno.

Since 2013, DGTL has seamlessly fused innovative stage design and cutting edge production to create world-class electronic event experiences. Renowned for their progressive approach to lineup curation, DGTL adeptly cultivates inclusive and diverse environments on their dancefloor. Originating in Amsterdam, DGTL has evolved into a cornerstone of the electronic music scene, spreading across the globe to host editions in Barcelona, Madrid, Tel Aviv, Bengaluru, Mumbai, New Delhi, Santiago, São Paulo, Guadalajara, and now the USA.

The US editions’ lineup exemplifies DGTL’s forward-thinking sonic curation, featuring performances by a diverse range of internationally renowned artists including Danish trio WhoMadeWho’s new live show concept. The innovative stage design for the trio’s show features an inflatable sphere projecting three-dimensional curated visual systems, designed in collaboration with leading design firms including acclaimed Danish architecture group, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Receiving widespread critical acclaim for their recent album UUUU, WhoMadeWho continue to showcase the emotive nature of their sound and their transcendental live performances. The lineup continues with German deep house veteran and composer Henrik Schwarz, known for seamlessly fusing elements of classical and jazz into his electronic performances as well as remixes for the likes of Coldplay and Michael Jackson as he goes b2b with Maeve labelhead Mano Le Tough. The Irish DJ and producer first gained notoriety for his debut album Changing Days, a melodic blend of modern disco and atmospheric house.

The lineup continues with South Korea’s Shubostar who has pioneered the Cosmic disco sound as of late, a melodic minimal tech set from Dutch brother duo Parallele in LA, and amapiano flag bearer AMÉMÉ, whose energetic sets are built upon tribal percussion, soulful vocals, and contemporary deep house as he goes b2b Swedish techno powerhouse Ida Engberg in NYC.

As one of the world’s first sustainable music festivals, DGTL remains committed to reducing its carbon footprint through its sustainability initiatives, including offering plant-based food options onsite, extensive recycling programs, and elimination of single-use plastics and residual waste, setting a standard for festivals globally.

Led by founder Rob Toma,Teksupport has spent the last decade shaping the nightlife landscape of NYC through top-tier production, unparalleled musical curation, and never-before-used locales. Pushing the boundaries of traditional nightlife, Teksupport has been the driving force behind some of the most important collisions of club culture, high fashion and technology in recent years. The pioneering event visionaries expanded beyond NYC to throw events across the nation, positioning themselves as the premiere partner for stateside takeovers from global institutions.

DGTL Los Angeles will also be held in partnership with underground event collective Stranger Than. Renowned for transforming culturally and historically significant urban locations into venues for their house and techno events, Stranger Than; remain a revolutionary force in the US electronic music scene. Led by founder Tal Ohana, Stranger Than; are responsible for debuting numerous new locations for its iconic events throughout LA, such as Grand Park on the steps of City Hall, El Pueblo in front of Union Station, Cabrillo Beach for one of LA's only electronic parties to take place beachfront, and the first-ever music programming at the Petersen Automotive Museum.

DGTL is a festival full of discovery, inspiration and innovation. DGTL constantly strives for a balance between the leading names in art and music, the newest discoveries and exciting local treasures. We design impressive stages within raw, industrial settings. Partnering with the best VJs, we create mesmerizing light effects and visuals.

In addition to celebrating electronic music and art, DGTL is a space for experiments and exploration of revolutionary sustainability projects. DGTL is highly aware of its environmental impact and aims to be the most sustainable festival on the planet and invests heavily in reducing carbon footprint. Not only is the festival known for its plant-based food court and being free of single-use plastics, DGTL is working on the objective of becoming fully sustainable and 100% circular.

DGTL is much more than a festival; it is a global concept, an event that is present all around the world. Born in Amsterdam in 2013, DGTL has now grown into becoming a global brand with editions in Barcelona, Madrid (ES), Tel Aviv (IL), Bengaluru, Mumbai, New Delhi (IN), Santiago (CL), SaÞo Paulo (BR), Miami, LA, New York (USA) and Guadalajara (MEX).

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