ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL UNVEILS STAR-STUDDED PHASE 2 LINEUP, FEATURING MORE THAN 60 ADDITIONAL ACTS

Headliners include Armin van Buuren, Chase & Status, KSHMR, Seven Lions, and Steve Aoki 

Debut headlining performances from Elderbrook (live), Klangkuenstler, RL Grime b2b Knock2, and Madeon b2b San Holo

Stage takeovers hosted by Nora En Pure’s Purified, Seven Lions’ Ophelia Records, and Coone’s Dirty Workz

RESISTANCE boasts special performances from HI-LO b2b Eli Brown, Mind Against, Massano b2b Chris Avantgarde, Miss Monique, and Mathame presents AV: SHOW 

Kill The Noise and Bro Safari to perform as Kill Safari

Legendary English duo Orbital will make their celebrated return to Ultra for the first time since 2010

Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24, 2024 

Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami

Ultra Music Festival has unveiled its star-studded Phase 2 lineup, notching more than 60 additional acts to perform at the 2024 event, which will take place from Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami.

In October, Ultra announced its impressive roster of Phase 1 talent, including Calvin Harris’ epic return to the festival after ten years, as well as the Ultra debut of FISHER and Chris Lake’s UNDER CONSTRUCTION. Additional headliners include Afrojack, Black Tiger Sex Machine, David Guetta , Excision, Gryffin, Hardwell, Martin Garrix, Nora En Pure, Oliver Heldens, SLANDER, SVDDEN DEATH, Tiësto, Vintage Culture, and Zeds Dead. Phase 1 also revealed debut headlining performances from Peggy Gou , as well as the special trio of SVDDEN DEATH, Space Laces, and Eptic as Masterhand.

With the Phase 2 lineup announcement, Ultra welcomes back a plethora of veteran headliners including A State of Trance boss Armin van Buuren , UK drum & bass duo Chase & Status, Dharma Worldwide boss and DJ/producer/songwriter KSHMR, Ophelia Records founder Seven Lions , and global party starter Steve Aoki.

The festival will also present debut headlining performances from German techno artist Klangkuenstler and an exclusive live set from British singer/songwriter/producer Elderbrook. Additionally, Ultra will feature headliners such as trap and bass legends RL Grime b2b Knock2 , as well as French electronic music master Madeon b2b bitbird label boss San Holo. 

Ultra’s esteemed underground concept RESISTANCE will host previously-announced headliners 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/Filth on Acid label owner Reinier Zonneveld, and Russian producer/DJ/singer Nina Kraviz.

RESISTANCE has earned a celebrated reputation for programming unique back-to-back performances, and Ultra Music Festival 2024 will keep that tradition alive. Artists taking the RESISTANCE stage together for the very first time include Oliver Heldens’ techno alias HI-LO b2b UK artist Eli Brown, as well as Afterlife favorites Massano b2b Chris Avantgarde . These sets will join the previously-announced back-to-back performances from  Dubfire b2b Ilario Alicante, and melodic techno maestros Joris Voorn b2b Kölsch. 

Following their magnetic performances at Ultra’s RESISTANCE Miami U.S. Club Residency at Miami Beach nightclub M2 , the festival will welcome sets from melodic duo Mind Against and classically-trained musician/composer/multi-instrumentalist Giorgia Angiuli (live). Veteran festival acts returning to RESISTANCE include Italian brother duo Mathame presenting their ‘AV: SHOW’ , German techno artist Ann Clue and multifaceted DJ/producer Moritz Hofbauer, while Ukrainian progressive house stalwart Miss Monique will make her festival debut.

Ultra will once again host a bevy of label showcase stage takeovers, curated by some of the industry’s leading imprints. The festival will welcome inaugural takeovers from Nora En Pure ’s ethereal Purified label and Seven Lions’ mesmeric Ophelia Records, while Coone’s hardstyle label Dirty Workz returns for the third year in a row.

The Ophelia Records takeover will feature a handful of imprint-veterans making their Ultra Music Festiva l debuts, including acts such as Australian bass producer Blanke, Canadian cinematic wunderkind Far Out, melodic duo Gem & Tauri , trance & melodic bass weaver Jason Ross, genre-blending producer/DJ/vocalist Pauline Herr, guitar-slinging dubstep artist Trivecta, and renowned bass maestro Wooli. 

Nora En Pure will host the first-ever Purified takeover at Ultra Music Festival with versatile electronic duo Eli & Fur and Dutch legend Eelke Klejin with more talent still to be announced.

Celebrating their third annual Ultra Music Festival stage takeover, Coone’s Dirty Workzimprint will vaunt a plethora of debut festival performances from hardstyle heavyweights such as Denmark titan Adrenalize, Dutch hardstyle selector Radical Redemption, Dutch legend Ran D, and duo Sound Rush . Returning acts include LA-based hardstyle dubstep pioneer Soren, Dutch hardstyle purveyors Sub Zero Project, and raw hardstyle phenom Warface. 

The Ultra Music Festival 2024 lineup is rounded out by a collection of festival veterans such as legendary English duo Orbital, who will make their highly-anticipated return to Ultra for the first time since 2010. Other returning festival favorites include Afrojack’s underground alias Kapuchon , GRAMMY-nominated producer Andrew Bayer, English hard trance act Ben Nicky, Swiss act EDX , Canadian DJ/musician Frank Walker, live-electronic duo Kasablanca, trance virtuoso Maddix, ULTRA Worldwide staple Mykris, Vancouver-based DJ/singer Nostalgix, and Dutch progressive house icon Nicky Romero. 

Additionally, the festival will welcome back RAM Records co-founder Andy C, American bass authority Space Laces , and English drum & bass icon Sub Focus. 

Ultra will also usher in debut festival performances from Kill The Noise and Bro Safari as Kill Safari, and Brussels-born/Montreal-based electronic artist Apashe showcasing his Live Brass Orchestra set. 

The festival’s acclaimed roster of support acts making their Ultra debuts include artists such as experimental bass wizard Mersiv, live-electronic bass practitioner Maddy O’Neal, LA-based future bass duo ARMNHMR, Manchester-based DJ/producer and label boss BOU, London’s acclaimed drum & bass DJ Dimension, Good Good Records label head Discolines, Belgium-based dubstep producer Eptic, Brooklyn-based vocalist EVAN GIIA, trance maestro Giuseppe Ottaviani, Australian DJ/producer Godlands, UK-based drum & bass artist Hedex, Dutch progressive beatmaker Laura Van Dam, rising electronic trio Levity, experimental bass artist Jon Casey , and multifaceted bass music producer Tape B.

THE BPM FESTIVAL: COSTA RICA 2024 REVEALS PHASE TWO LINEUP & DAILY SCHEDULE

BOASTING 40+ NEW NAMES INCLUDING CLOONEE, HECTOR, LATMUN, MALÓNE, PABLO CEBALLOS, STEFANO NOFERINI, VANJEE, YAYA, AND MORE

 

JANUARY 24-28TH, 2024, 

TAMARINDO, COSTA RICA

The BPM Festival: Costa Rica unfurls its phase two lineup for its forthcoming 2024 edition, adding a cohort of dance music’s most sought-after talent to its tropical haven. Set against the sun-drenched landscape of Tamarindo, Costa Rica from January 24-28, the festival extends its embrace to a meticulously curated mix of 80+ house and techno luminaries. Phase two boasts the addition of Cloonee, Hector, Latmun, Malóne, Pablo Ceballos, Stefano Noferini, Vanjee, Yaya, and many more rising and established names that will join the likes of Bedouin, Eagles & Butterflies, Eli & Fur, Franky Rizardo, GORDO, Hernán Cattaneo, HUGEL, Øostil, Paco Osuna, Sainte Vie, and others for the multi-day celebration. 5-day, 3-day, and single-day tickets are available for purchase now.

Leading the phase two announcement are some of the industry's most resonant names. Bound to keep the crowds moving under the Central American sun, UK-based house sensation Cloonee is poised to unleash his infectious groove, while Hector’s deep techno tales and Latmun’s high-octane sets promise to captivate and energize. Malóne’s deep, driving beats will set the tone for beachside revelry, complemented by the soul-stirring selections of Pablo Ceballos. Italian maestro Stefano Noferini is slated to hypnotize with his unparalleled groove, as Vanjee blends diverse electronic elements into a rich tapestry of sound. Due to popular demand, Hernán Cattaneo will be this year’s pick for their “Solamente” series. The beloved Argentinian DJ will be taking the decks for an extended 6-hour extended set. Joining these new additions are seasoned tastemakers and trailblazers including Alan Nieves, Beltran, Cole Knight, Purple, Saraga, Bastidas, Cortes, Franky Rizardo, Samsön, Tomi & Kesh, Ramoss, and many more.

As The BPM Festival: Costa Rica continues to unveil its next wave of aural delights, the phase two announcement reaffirms its commitment to delivering a diverse and dynamic range of showcases that have become a hallmark of the festival’s immersive experience. Previously announced showcases include returning appearances to Tamarindo from Addy’s 4x2 Toronto, Neverdogs’ Bamboleo, Jesse Calosso’s Boogeyman, and and The Roaches’s (Carlo Lio and Nathan Barato) Rawthentic, which will feature a special B2B. The festival's third edition will also showcase Rafa Barrio’s Bandidos, Ramoss’s Barbaro, Jean Pierre’s Pakate, Prunk’s PIV, GORDO’s Taraka, and more. With the release of a daily schedule, fans now have the opportunity to plan their concert experience with their favorite artists and showcases in mind.

 With these additions, The BPM Festival: Costa Rica is sure to be a pilgrimage for those seeking the zenith of dance music culture.  Returning for its third edition, revelers will have the unique opportunity to experience an unparalleled selection of electronic music maestros set against the idyllic backdrop of Tarimindo’s lush landscapes. As the festival continues to shape up to be a sanctuary for house and techno aficionados, phase two ensures that BPM Festival’s return to the golden shores of Costa Rica is accompanied by an impressive program that blends established icons with cutting-edge newcomers, all ready to soundtrack an unforgettable escape into a musical paradise. 

The BPM Festival has partnered with TULU Travel to offer stays at the iconic Hotel Diria and the adults-only Jardin Del Eden, both located just steps away from breathtaking white sand beaches, bars, restaurants, shops, and more. Early Bird Hotel Packages are now sold out, but hotel rooms are still available by request. You can contact vip@tulucostarica.com for more information.

For those looking to attend the sophomore edition of the renowned BPM Festival: Costa Rica, single-day, 5-day, and 3-day weekend passes are available now via https://thebpmfestival.com/.

Over the years, BPM has committed to hosting the best in techno and house, boasting editions in picturesque locales such as Mexico, Portugal, and Tel Aviv, as well as satellite events in Bali, Brazil, Dubai, Ibiza, Miami, Toronto, and more. Initially a post-New Year’s Eve industry gathering for bartenders, promoters, and musicians in 2008, The BPM Festival has grown to be a staple on the global festival calendar and will finally celebrate its sophomore event at its newest flagship location, Tamarindo. The brand will continue the festivities with its international die-hard fans and first-timers alike throughout 2023 with new editions in various soon-to-be-announced locations worldwide.

IO MUSIC ACADEMY ANNOUNCES THERE IS A LIGHT SCHOLARSHIP

Los Angeles Based Education Program In Electronic Music Production To Provide $70,000 Worth of Courses 

Second Location In San Francisco Opening Spring 2024

Now Accepting Applications:
https://www.iomusic.academy/thereisalight

music production school IO Music Academy has announced their new scholarship in partnership with There Is A Light (TIAL) Foundation. Dedicated to educating the next generation of aspiring music producers, IO Music Academy will be awarding 20 scholarships totalling $70,000 worth of courses and more in Los Angeles and San Francisco. 

Designed for those looking for an in-depth and industry-focused education in electronic music production, the scholarship is open to a range of levels – from beginners to seasoned producers. Winning applicants will earn a placement in one of IO’s 6-month music production programs, valued at $3,500. Students will also receive monthly one-on-one mentorship sessions with IO Music Academy team members, as well as access to state-of-the-art studios and weekly specialized workshops with established artists and industry professionals. 

“From the beginning, IO Music Academy has been committed to offering scholarships and making music production education accessible. Our partnership with There Is A Light marks a significant step in furthering that mission and expanding our already vibrant community of music makers and DJs. Naturally, we're thrilled to be able to provide such a great opportunity to so many aspiring artists seeking to realize their musical dreams.” – Adam Weimann, COO, IO Music Academy

Beginning in Spring 2024, IO Music Academy will be expanding to offer classes in two locations. 10 spots will be available in each of the Los Angeles and San Francisco academies. San Francisco scholarship winners will be amongst the new location’s inaugural class.

Since 2017, IO Music Academy has provided forward-thinking music production education in Los Angeles. IO Music Academy provides a dynamic community where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of hands-on learning and practical application. Notable alumni from IO Music Academy includes Madame Gandhi, Mary Droppinz, Travis Emmons, Masha Mar, and SOOHAN.

There Is A Light Foundation was founded by Arash Homampour, a lawyer by day and DJ, producer, and label owner known as The Archer by night. There Is A Light Foundation is dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and enabling individuals to pursue educational opportunities that will foster and enhance professional development, including degree programs and certification courses. 

Applicants must live in Los Angeles or San Francisco and be able to attend weekly classes, monthly private lessons, and studio time in-person. To apply, applicants will submit a short video showcasing their musical creativity in the studio or behind the DJ decks. To read more about submission guidelines and requirements please visit the application page.

Applications are due by January 1st, 2024, with winners set to be announced on January 9th. Classes begin the week of January 15th for students at the Los Angeles campus and in Spring 2024 for students at the new San Francisco location.

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