ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL REVEALS STAR-STUDDED PHASE 1 LINEUP FOR 24TH EDITION

Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the festival’s iconic home of Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami

Calvin Harris will make his highly-anticipated return to Ultra Miami for the first time since 2013

FISHER and Chris Lake to debut Ultra’s inaugural UNDER CONSTRUCTION set

Peggy Gou will make her global RESISTANCE debut 

Additional headliners include Afrojack, Black Tiger Sex Machine presents The Anime Show, David Guetta, Excision, Gryffin, Hardwell, Martin Garrix, Nora En Pure, Oliver Heldens, SLANDER, SVDDEN DEATH, Tiësto, Vintage Culture, and Zeds Dead

Ultra’s esteemed underground brand RESISTANCE will feature headlining performances from Adam Beyer, Adriatique, Amelie Lens, Camelphat, Dubfire b2b Ilario Alicante, Eric Prydz, Joris Voorn b2b Kölsch, Nina Kraviz, Reinier Zonneveld (live), and Sasha_John Digweed 

The festival will also welcome first time performances from ARTBAT and a live set from SVDDEN DEATH, Space Laces, and Eptic as Masterhand 

Curated stages by A State Of Trance (ASOT) and Nora En Pure’s Purified

Tier 1 tickets and payment plan options are sold out

Ultra Music Festival concluded its sold-out 23rd edition in 2023 at the iconic Bayfront Park with one of its most successful renditions to date. The highly coveted festival welcomed 165,000 attendees from over 100 countries and the #ULTRALIVE stream reached 42 million viewers across the weekend.  Shortly after, the festival announced its return to Bayfront Park from Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24, 2024.

Ultra has now unveiled its star-studded Phase 1 lineup for the 2024 installment which includes more than 20 Miami-exclusive performances, reaffirming the festival’s legacy as a world-renowned curator of genre-crossing electronic music talent.

Global electronic music superstar Calvin Harris will make a triumphant return to Ultra Music Festival in Miami for the first time since 2013. The five-time GRAMMY nominated producer is known for his prolific collaborations with artists such as Rihanna, Sam Smith, Dua Lipa, Ellie Goulding, and many more.

Following their massive sold out show at Hollywood Boulevard, energetic Catch & Release founder FISHER  and Black Book Records founder Chris Lake will bring their fresh offshoot UNDER CONSTRUCTION to Ultra for the first time ever. The house music icons will join forces for a supercharged back to back set at Bayfront Park.

The festival will welcome a handful of debut headlining performances that encompass the vast spectrum of electronic music. One such set includes SVDDEN DEATH performing a debut live set alongside Space Laces and Eptic as their new collaborative project MASTERHAND, as well as his own solo DJ set.

Illustrious Dutch producer and DJ Hardwell will headline Ultra 2024 following his Main Stage set last March, and his surprise closing performance on the festival’s Main Stage in 2022. Hardwell has remained vital to the Ultra Music Festival brand both before and after his four-year-long hiatus which took place from 2018-2022.

Ultra will also welcome back world-renowned superstar Martin Garrix, who made his Ultra debut in 2014 when he was only 17 years old and has headlined nearly every edition of the festival since then (with the exception of 2018). 

 A State of Trance will return for another stage takeover, marking the 12th anniversary of curated performances from the genre’s most prominent talents at Ultra Music Festival. 

Swiss South African deep house star Nora En Pure will return to Ultra to transport her melodic sounds across the Miami landscape, as well as to host Ultra’s first Purified stage takeover. 

ULTRA Worldwide favorite Oliver Heldens will return to Ultra Miami for an exuberant performance. In 2023 alone, Heldens performed at various ULTRA Worldwide events including ULTRA Europe, ULTRA Taiwan, ULTRA Brasil, and more. 

Boasting an impressive roster of bass acts, Ultra will feature earth-rattling sets from legendary Canadian duo Zeds Dead with an exclusive audiovisual performance as well as Los Angeles-based duo SLANDER. Excision will also return to Ultra for the first time since 2015. After premiering their immersive PORTALS set at Ultra Music Festival 2023,   Black Tiger Sex Machine will return to the festival to present their new show concept, The Anime Show. 

Ultra Music Festival will also welcome festival veterans including; Dutch international sensation Afrojack, GRAMMY-winning Dutch icon Tiësto, 2023 Brit Awards Producer of the Year and two-time GRAMMY-winning French producer David Guetta, Brazilian titan Vintage Culture, and Los Angeles-based musician, producer, and DJ Gryffin. 

Ultra’s esteemed underground concept, RESISTANCE, will once again present a bevy of house and techno’s most in-demand acts across two stages: The Megastructure and The Cove.

Following her inaugural ULTRA Worldwide performance at ULTRA Japan in September, underground juggernaut Peggy Gou will make her Ultra Miami and global RESISTANCE debut with an exclusive performance. The Berlin-based artist is quickly becoming one of the most highly sought-after acts around the world with her recent hit single “It Goes Like (Nanana)” commanding international dance music charts. 

RESISTANCE will feature performances from leading underground acts such as Drumcode label boss Adam Beyer, Swiss duo Adriatique, Belgian techno queen Amelie Lens, Ukrainian duo ARTBAT , GRAMMY-nominated English duo Camelphat, Swedish production wonder Eric Prydz, electronic music icons Sasha_ John Digweed, an exclusive live set by Dutch DJ and Filth on Acid label owner

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