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Alok, real name Alok Achkar Peres Petrillo, is the most listened to Brazilian artist in the world. Growing up in a family of electronic musicians, it’s no surprise the heights that Petrillo has reached— to be specific, #4 on the prestigious DJMag Top 100 DJs list, the second most followed electronic artist on Instagram with 28 million followers, 20 million monthly Spotify listeners, amongst so much more. With a lifelong musical background, magnetic personality, and signature “Brazilian Bass” sound, Alok deservingly sits at the forefront of electronic music.

Petrillo has touched nearly every dance music chart, from the Billboard Dance 100 and Billboard’s 100 Best DJs in the World to Spotify’s Top 100 Global and Forbes Brazil’s 30 Most Influential Brazilians, on top of holding the title of the “Best DJ in Brazil” awarded by House Mag.

The flaming Brazilian artist has been releasing music since 2012 and now has hundreds of projects under his belt, with over a dozen new tracks this year alone. He’s collaborated and lent his remix skills to some of the biggest stars in music, including The Rolling Stones, Jason Derulo, Tove Lo, Ed Sheeran, and John Legend. His remix of Meduza’s “Piece of Your Heart” got him nominated for an International Dance Music Award in 2019.

Also in 2019, Petrillo launched his own imprint called Controversia Records, a sublabel of the world-leading dance label Spinnin’ Records. He also founded the label UP Club Records to showcase up-and-coming artists.

With consistent releases and a constant tour schedule, Petrillo dedicates his life to his craft. He’s performed countless shows all around the world for over a decade and even conquered 36 shows in a single month. He’s hit nearly every major festival, including Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, and Lollapalooza, as well as consistently touring around the world.

Now, in 2022, Petrillo continues touring the world, hitting countries like Greece, Poland, Spain, Italy, Monaco, Morocco, and, of course, Brazil. He also currently has a residency at the renowned super-club Hï Ibiza, playing six shows across the summer.

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pop nacional

slap house

Alok

United Kingdom

house

schranz

uk tech house

Carl Cox

South Africa

south african house

south african pop

south african pop dance

Black Coffee

United States

deep disco house

latin tech house

melodic techno

microhouse

minimal tech house

minimal techno

Maceo Plex

Sweden

dutch house

pop dance

progressive electro house

progressive house

Steve Angello

downtempo

electronica

indietronica

instrumental hip hop

jazztronica

nu jazz

trip hop

Bonobo

uk house

Sam Divine

uk dance

Hannah Wants

Germany

Patrick Mason

uk funky

Rudimental

Türkiye

Carlita

industrial techno

Kobosil

dark techno

deep euro house

hard techno

raw techno

Klangkuenstler

electra

Helena Hauff

Sara Landry

Australia

french techno

I Hate Models

melodic house

Francis Mercier

Franky Wah

Palestine

arab electronic

palestinian alternative

Sama’ Abdulhadi

Finland

finnish edm

Yotto

jazz house

Barry Can't Swim

SONA

France

Fiona Kraft

Desna

Airrica

Netherlands

MARRØN

 is a renowned summer music festival held annually at the Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia. Since its inception in 2000, the festival has grown from a student-led movement advocating for democracy and freedom in Serbia to one of Europe's most prominent music festivals. The event typically takes place over four days in July, drawing hundreds of thousands of music enthusiasts from around the globe.

The unique setting of the Petrovaradin Fortress, a historic structure overlooking the Danube River, adds to the festival's distinctive atmosphere. Exit Festival features a diverse lineup of artists across multiple genres, including rock, electronic, hip-hop, metal, and reggae. Renowned international acts such as The Prodigy, Arctic Monkeys, and David Guetta have graced its stages, alongside emerging talents and regional artists.

Beyond the music, Exit Festival is celebrated for its commitment to social and environmental causes. It has consistently used its platform to promote positive social change, advocating for human rights, environmental sustainability, and regional cooperation. Initiatives like the Green R:Evolution campaign, which aims to make the festival eco-friendly, reflect its dedication to sustainability.

The festival's vibrant cultural program includes workshops, art installations, and performances, creating a holistic experience that goes beyond music. With its rich history, stunning location, and progressive ethos, Exit Festival has earned numerous awards, including the Best Major Festival title at the European Festival Awards.

Exit Festival stands as a testament to the power of music and culture in fostering community and driving social change, making it a must-visit destination for music lovers and activists alike.

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Petrovaradin Fortress

Exit 2024

Belgium

belgian dance

belgian edm

big room

Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike

Steve Aoki

tech house

Chapter & Verse

Spain

Ushuaïa Ibiza

Tomorrowland presents Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike Week 15

Tomorrowland Presents Dmitri Vegas & Like Mike

Anabel Englund

Ukraine

ukrainian electronic

ARTBAT

Azzecca

bass house

Biscits

Martin Ikin

Indonesia

indonesian edm

Bleu Clair

Born Dirty

brazilian edm

Carola

stutter house

Disco Lines

dance pop

David Guetta

diva house

vocal house

David Morales

Dombresky

Duke Dumont

Eli Brown

drum and bass

jungle

uk dnb

Andy C

deep groove house

James Hype

Patrick Topping

australian house

FISHER

german techno

techno

Loco Dice

Wax Motif

ACRAZE

AFROJACK

pop edm

melbourne bounce

Chris Lake

Dom Dolla

Michael Bibi

Kaskade

Hot Since 82

Mochakk

spanish techno

Paco Osuna

Noizu

Mau P

Ferreck Dawn

Westend

The Martinez Brothers

Layla Benitez

Canada

brostep

canadian electronic

dubstep

Zeds Dead

dancefloor dnb

Chase & Status

dutch edm

Martin Garrix

gauze pop

Lane 8

electronic trap

Yellow Claw

Will Clarke

J. Worra

Deeper Purpose

deep house

Dennis Ferrer

Joshwa

Sonny Fodera

Marshmello

Chris Lorenzo

detroit house

DJ Minx

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

EDC Las Vegas 2023

organic house

Newman (I Love)

Chile

Ricardo Villalobos

australian experimental

HAAi

Inphinity

Italy

deep minimal techno

italian techno

Luigi Madonna

deep tropical house

vapor soul

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