îLESONIQ IN THE CITY AND îLESONIQ AFTERPARTIES TAKE OVER MONTRÉAL ON FESTIVAL WEEKEND

A decade in the making and over 500,000 fans strong, îLESONIQ, presented by Virgin Plus in collaboration with Beach Day, has become a cornerstone of Montréal’s vibrant summer music scene. Now that you've had a chance to familiarize yourself with the full schedule for this landmark 10th edition, it's time to announce the îLESONIQ parties! The celebration expands beyond Parc Jean-Drapeau, with îLESONIQ in the City kicking things off on August 8 at several venues downtown. Over the course of the weekend, a series of official îLESONIQ Afterparties will keep the energy alive well into the night. 

This 10th anniversary of îLESONIQ is a testament to the passion and loyalty of our community. Together, we’ve built something extraordinary—a festival that continues to set the standard for electronic music in Canada and beyond. Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating a decade of unforgettable memories, world-class talent, and the unbeatable energy that makes îLESONIQ so special. 

îLESONIQ IN THE CITY

For those looking to get their groove on early, the îLESONIQ team has put together a dynamite selection of performances in the form of îLESONIQ in the City on August 8 in various venues across the city, which will see some of the world's leading DJs take over some of the hottest spots in Montréal. 

îLESONIQ AFTERPARTIES

Montréal is known for keeping the party going all night long, and this year’s îLESONIQ Afterparties are shaping up to be epic gatherings, providing a citywide home for nocturnal souls whose sole mission is to dance the night away! Non-stop parties, featuring top talent DJs and performers 

îLESONIQ IN NUMBERS

This year, the festival site has levelled up to maximize the festivalgoer's experience with an all-new immersive L-acoutics sound setup at the Coca-Cola NEON stage! By the numbers, the 2025 edition of îLESONIQ is impressive to say the least - with 320 speakers & surround sound system, 124 subwoofers, 18 delay towers, 20 lasers, 32 cryo jet CO2 blasters, 6 bubble machines, 32 flame generators and much much more!

Tickets for îLESONIQ’s 10th edition are already on sale at ilesoniq.com.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action and celebrate a decade of Canada's finest electronic music festival. 

AMARE AND SUNSET FESTIVAL MAKES ITS CARIBBEAN DEBUT THIS AUG 9 - 10

 THE BOUTIQUE BEACH FESTIVAL LANDS IN SINT MAARTEN DEBUTS IN SXM WITH A CURATED LINEUP, IMMERSIVE PROGRAMMING, AND ISLAND ELEGANCE — AUGUST 9–10, 2025

Feel the rhythm of the Caribbean this August as Amare & Sunset Festival debuts in Sint Maarten with a bold new vision for boutique music experiences. Co-founded by French music producer Swann Decamme—creator of L’Amour à la Plage, Hall of Fame, and Carte Blanche—and vocalist and producer Alexandra Talarico, this two-day celebration of music, design, and culture unfolds August 9–10, 2025, on the Dutch side of the island. Produced in collaboration with Mad Events, Amare & Sunset Festival transforms two stunning venues with underground electronic music, curated aesthetics, and immersive storytelling—honoring the island’s spirit and the founders’ legacy of place-based events.

Amare & Sunset Festival marks the Caribbean debut of the Amare Festival series, a new international concept blending music, design, and community. While Amare will tour globally, this Sint Maarten edition celebrates the island’s vibrant culture, natural beauty, and deep musical roots.

The two-day celebration will feature world‑class electronic talent, live performances and an island‑inspired culinary journey. From mountaintop views at Rainforest Adventures  on Saturday to a seaside escape at Kalatua Beach on Sunday, the weekend unfolds in perfect rhythm. Each day, with distinct dress codes, flows effortlessly from sunlit beats to golden hour magic and into the euphoria of the night. 

Kalatua Beach, Mullet Bay

This year’s lineup is headlined by Joris Delacroix, the internationally acclaimed French producer known for his captivating blend of melodic house and live performance. With over 100 million streams and a reputation for hypnotic, emotionally charged sets, Delacroix brings his signature sound to Sint Maarten for the first time—marking one of the most exciting bookings in the island’s electronic music scene to date.

Joining him are additional headliners Camille Luciani, known for cinematic techno storytelling;  Terella, who weaves Italian, Greek, and English vocals into an evocative live performance that blends ancestral memory with modern melodic techno; and Swann Decamme, French music producer and creative director whose emotionally rich sets fuse deep grooves with sophisticated melodic layers. Representing the Caribbean region are Nina Mona (Martinique) and Oscar Rodriguez (Dominican Republic), both celebrated for their deep, soulful selections and vibrant stage presence. Additional regional acts will be announced soon, further amplifying the festival’s mission to spotlight Caribbean talent alongside international names.

"With over a decade of experience in the music and live entertainment industry, and having launched several international concepts, I felt it was time to reimagine what a festival could be. Amare Festival is my renewed vision of celebration — one that blends music with meaningful experiences, wellness, a commitment to environmental consciousness, and the celebration of local craftsmanship through a dedicated village of creators. Co-created with my partner Alexandra, Amare carries the universal language of love and was designed to resonate across coastal destinations on all five continents.” 

— Swann Decamme, Co-Founder & Creative Director

Rainforest Adventures, Sint Maarten

Deeply rooted in its host destination, Amare & Sunset Festival celebrates the rhythm, flavor, and soul of Sint Maarten through its signature Designer Village—a vibrant showcase of local artists, culinary artisans, and immersive pop-up experiences. On Sunday, August 10th, Chef  Gil Dumoulin and his team will be sharing their culinary universe with guests, bringing them inventive Caribbean-inspired dishes to the beach. 

Chef Gil Dumoulin, Kalatua Beach

Amare & Sunset Festival remains mindful of its island setting by implementing sustainable practices—minimizing single-use plastics, promoting reusable cups and eco-containers, and favoring local sourcing, such as Chef Gil Dumoulin’s Sunday menu. The festival also embraces a digital-first approach to schedules and tickets, and designs its venues to preserve the island’s natural landscapes.

“For the very first edition, taking place on the island of Sint Maarten — with two days of programming centered around breathtaking sunsets — I’ve decided to join forces with local promoters Mad Events, giving rise to the name: Amare & Sunset Festival."

— Swann Decamme, Co-Founder & Creative Director

As the first Caribbean chapter of the all-new Amare Festival series, Amare & Sunset Festival offers a rare, limited-capacity escape into the spirit of Sint Maarten. Tickets are now available via Sparta—secure your place for August 9–10, 2025, and join a next-generation celebration of music, culture, and connection under the Caribbean sky.

Tickets are now available via Sparta, with limited capacity to maintain intimacy.

Table Info:

VIP table reservations and group packages will be announced soon.

For early inquiries or to pre-book, please contact: festivalamare@gmail.com  

August 9  + 10 Artist Lineup

Headliners

Joris Delacroix 

Camille Luciani 

Terella (Live)

Swann Decamme

Caribbean & Regional Artists

Nina Mona (Martinique) 

Oscar Rodriguez (Dominican Republic)

Additional local and regional acts to be announced.

Social Links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amare.festival/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amare.festival

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/amarefestival

ALESSO SURPRISES FANS WITH MARTIN GARRIX COLLABORATION DURING ULTRA EUROPE 2025 HEADLINING SET

The pair performed their highly-anticipated collaboration “Inside Our Hearts,” out July 25 via STMPD RCRDS

Split, Croatia - July 11, 2025: GRAMMY award-winning artist Alesso ignited ULTRA Europe’s Main Stage when he brought out surprise special guest Martin Garrix to perform their highly-anticipated single “Inside Our Hearts,” set for official release on Friday, July 25 via STPMD RCRDS.

As Alesso’s set neared its finale, he welcomed Martin Garrix to the stage, and the pair of dance music titans delivered a slew of festival anthems: firing off a galvanizing edit of Sebastian Ingrosso and Tommy Trash’s “Reload,” followed by a high-octane mashup of Garrix’s chart-topping hit “Scared To Be Lonely” with Dua Lipa, and Alesso’s iconic collaboration with Ingrosso, “Calling (Lose My Mind).”  


In a heartfelt moment, Alesso addressed the crowd, sharing, “We’ve been working on this song for two years, and think we finally finished it!” The duo then launched into the uplifting lyrics of “Inside Our Hearts,” a track that has already achieved cult status among fans after being teased during Garrix’s 2023 Ultra Music Festival set. Alesso and Garrix’s joint performance of “Inside Our Hearts” at ULTRA Europe fueled even more excitement about the record, which marks the first-ever collaboration between the pair of powerhouse producers.

“In Our Hearts” captivated the festival’s packed out audience, as well as millions of fans around the world, who watched the performance via Ultra's cutting-edge #ULTRALIVE broadcast on UMF TV. Fans can continue to stream ULTRA Europe all weekend via UMF TV’s official YouTube channel.


Alesso and Martin Garrix have become mainstays amongst ULTRA Worldwide's international circuit of events, having headlined the Main Stages of Ultra Music Festival, ULTRA Europe, ULTRA South Africa, ULTRA Taiwan, ULTRA Japan, and more.

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