BRUNCH ELECTRONIK, LOUD-CONTACT AND ELROW UNITE FOR HALLOWEEN TAKEOVER IN BARCELONA

Adiel, Andrés Campo, Anthony Rother, Fatima Hajji, Kobosil, Luciano, Marcel Dettmann, Marco Faraone, Miss Monique, Nico Moreno, Nicolas Lutz, Quest and more to perform

Parc del Fòrum to host more than 25,000 attendees

Saturday 1 November, 2025

This Halloween, the city of Barcelona will experience an unprecedented event: elrow, Brunch Electronik, and Loud-Contact join forces for the first time to present a joint festival that promises to redefine how the most haunting night of the year is celebrated. On November 1, 2025, from 3PM - 3AM, Parc del Fòrum will be transformed into Halloween Takeover, a universe of music, fantasy, and terror.

Candy, terror, and techno: the full lineup is here

The festival announces a top-tier lineup combining major international names with rising stars defining the present and future of electronic music. Featuring a world-class lineup spanning myriad shades of house and techno, the bill includes Adiel b2b Quest, Andrea Oliva, Andres Campo, Anthony Rother, Cuartero b2b Manda Moor, Fatima Hajji, Kobosil, Luciano, Maceo Plex, Marcel Dettmann, Marco Faraone, Mathame, Miss Monique, Nico Moreno, Nicolas Lutz, NOVAH, NTO, and more.

“We wanted to design a lineup that showcased every face of electronic music — from the most melodic to the hardest — while merging 3 distinct visions and approaches into a single event. Halloween Takeover is an artistic and creative challenge that reflects the incredible moment electronic music is having in Barcelona,” says Víctor de la Serna, Music Director of elrow.

Halloween unites electronic music in an unprecedented event

Barcelona will witness an unprecedented collaboration between three of the most influential promoters in the electronic scene. The festive energy and immersive staging of elrow join the sustainable, community-driven spirit of Brunch Electronik, alongside Loud-Contact’s large-scale production expertise. Industry City, the label born from the spirit of Monegros, will also host its own stage for the most intense sounds.

“Combining Brunch Electronik’s good vibes with the magic of elrow’s productions for a Halloween festival has always been a dream — and today it’s becoming reality!” adds François Jozic, CEO of Brunch Electronik.

Parc del Fòrum like never before

More than 25,000 attendees are expected at Parc del Fòrum, with four stages and over 35 artists performing across twelve hours of uninterrupted music - from afternoon to the early hours of the morning.

Fantasy and terror take over Barcelona

Though held on the spookiest date of the year, the 3pm start ensures a full experience blending the energy of a daytime festival with the mystery and magic of the night.

“At Loud-Contact, we’ve always championed authentic musical experiences. Joining forces with elrow and Brunch Electronik this Halloween allows us to take that vision to a new level, offering Barcelona an event where music, community, and creativity come together in one space,” says Alessio Teora, CEO of Loud-Contact.

Tickets now on sale

Tickets for Halloween Takeover are available via the event’s official website:
https://www.halloweentakeover.com/

MASSUMA HONORS MALIAN HERITAGE IN HIS NEW SINGLE SIKASSO ON MOBLACK RECORDS

London-based DJ and producer Massuma releases his highly anticipated new single Sikasso, featuring legendary Malian singer Nahawa Doumbia, via MoBlack Records. Blending traditional Malian vocals with hypnotic percussion and warm Afro house rhythms, the track stands as both a tribute and a bridge between generations of African music.

Named after Nahawa Doumbia’s hometown in southern Mali, Sikasso pays homage to her roots while reflecting Massuma’s evolving sound where ancestral rhythm meets modern electronic energy. The collaboration brings together two worlds: Nahawa Doumbia’s powerful voice, steeped in cultural and emotional resonance, and Massuma’s signature groove-forward production that continues to shape his identity within the Afro house scene.

“Working on this track was deeply inspiring,” says Massuma. “Nahawa’s voice carries the spirit of Mali, and I wanted the production to let that shine through. Sikasso is a celebration of heritage, connection, and rhythm.”

Building on the momentum of his breakout debut Contesto, which surpassed 2 million streams, topped Afro House charts, and earned support from Carlita, Keinemusik, Amémé, and Shimza, Sikasso signals the next evolution of Massuma’s sound. Out now on MoBlack Records, a label renowned for embracing global Afro house, the release reinforces Massuma’s place as a rising voice driving the genre with authenticity and soul.

Massuma is a London-based DJ and producer making waves in the Afro House scene. Formerly known as Sam Savage, he first built his name as a hip hop DJ, performing alongside artists like A$AP Rocky, Future, and Travis Scott. Now returning with a new musical direction under the Massuma moniker, he blends hypnotic percussion, warm vocal textures, and groove-heavy rhythms into a signature Afro House sound.

His debut single Contesto, a collaboration with DOSAMIS, was released in July 2025 via VOD and quickly gained traction. The track reached over 1 million streams in less than two weeks, hit #2 on the Beatport Afro House chart, and peaked at #6 on the Beatport main chart. It also became the #1 trending audio on Instagram Reels and received early support from Rampa, &ME, Adam Port, Amémé, Carlita, and Shimza.

With a strong start and more music on the way, Massuma is establishing himself as one to watch in global dance music.

THE 5TH ELEMENT FESTIVAL UNVEILS FULL LINEUP AND DAILY PROGRAMMING FOR INAUGURAL PUERTO RICO EDITION

PHASE TWO ADDITIONS INCLUDE CARL CRAIG, CHUS & CEBALLOS,
DANNY TENAGLIA, PACO OSUNA, STACEY PULLEN,
AND 40+ MORE ARTISTS JOINING DIXON, RICARDO VILLALOBOS,
SETH TROXLER, AND NICOLE MOUDABER

JANUARY 7-13, 2026
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO

The 5th Element Festival completes its inaugural lineup with a monumental phase two announcement, adding over 40 artists to its transformative seven-day celebration in Puerto Rico. Set to unfold from January 7-13, 2026, across multiple venues in San Juan, Isla Verde, and Río Grande, the festival now reveals the full scope of its vision, merging the most revered voices in underground electronic music with a dedicated wellness sanctuary designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit. Phase two introduces Detroit techno pioneer Carl Craig, house music legends Chus & Ceballos and Danny Tenaglia, tech-house titan Paco Osuna, and Detroit icon Stacey Pullen, alongside previously announced headliners Dixon, Ricardo Villalobos, Seth Troxler, Nicole Moudaber, Âme, Dubfire, and tINI. 7-day passes and exclusive hotel packages are available now.

Leading the phase two revelations are some of electronic music's most influential architects. Carl Craig brings decades of Detroit techno innovation to Puerto Rico's shores, while Spanish house royalty Chus & Ceballos will kick off their highly anticipated reunion tour after a five-year hiatus, presenting a refreshed take on their signature Iberican sound. Underground NYC-based legend Danny Tenaglia joins the billing alongside Paco Osuna, whose relentless energy and technical precision have made him a global force, and Detroit mainstay Stacey Pullen, whose deep, soulful selections have defined dancefloors for over three decades. The lineup expands further with an impressive roster of international selectors, including Archie Hamilton, Cristi Cons, Jason Rault, Manzone & Strong, Max Stern, Rob The Bank, and Vito UK. Rising talents Avision, Bryz, Cuky, Lîmød, Luna Mar, Mili, Nu, and Vizan round out the diverse programming, ensuring a journey through house, techno, and minimal's most compelling sounds.

Beyond the dancefloor, The 5th Element introduces the Sacred Space, a wellness sanctuary curated by the Above & Below Collective that serves as the festival's grounding heart. The dedicated area will host ceremonial gatherings, guided workshops, and integration sessions led by respected facilitators from diverse traditions. Guests will have access to practices designed to foster presence, embodiment, and collective healing, with optional participation available through bundled packages, add-on experiences, and donation-based offerings. The Sacred Space reinforces the festival's core philosophy that celebration and contemplation exist in harmony, offering attendees a place to reconnect with themselves, others, and the land between musical performances.

The complete programming will span beach stages and jungle venues across Puerto Rico's lush landscape, with guided nature excursions, elevated culinary experiences, and cultural programming celebrating the island's rich heritage woven throughout the week. With over 90 artists now confirmed and the Sacred Space programming taking shape, The 5th Element Festival positions itself as a pilgrimage for those seeking deeper connection through music, art, and transformation. 7-day and 3-day passes are available for purchase now, in addition to a limited number of early bird single-day tickets. Exclusive hotel packages and accommodations are available via Crewfare at https://crewfare.com/events/the-5th-element-fest/.

For more information about The 5th Element Festival 2026, including Sacred Space programming updates and ticket details, please visit https://the5thelementfestival.com/.

The 5th Element is more than a festival; it’s a portal. A carefully crafted experience designed to awaken the senses, ignite the spirit, and invite deeper connection. Set between jungle canopies and ocean tides, the event merges the 4 classical elements — Earth, Air, Fire, and Water — and invites each guest to discover the 5th through sound, movement, ritual, and collective experience. Guests will dance across beach stages and jungle venues, experience sunrise ceremonies and starlit rituals, explore wellness sessions, embodiment workshops, guided nature excursions, and curated cultural programming across Puerto Rico’s vibrant landscape.