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Germany

electra

float house

Peggy Gou

Netherlands

dutch tech house

ANOTR

Carista

United Kingdom

balearic

DJ Harvey

electropop

house

indietronica

uk dance

Disclosure

United States

The Blessed Madonna

Primavera Sound is an annual music festival steeped in history and one that’s paved the way for many other major music events from around the world. Held at 

 in Barcelona, Spain during late May and early June, the festival was founded in 2001 by Pablo Soler, and is now one of the largest and most-attended music festivals in Europe and biggest in the Mediterranean.

The festival has expanded in every sense possible since its establishment over twenty years ago - now a multi-genre hotspot for not only Spanish natives but tourists from every corner of the globe. 

The grand-scale gala has been so successful that it’s grown from its small origins of just 7,700 attendees in its first year, to now over 500,000! Each annum it sets new attendance records, becoming a greater and more sought-after destination year in, year out.

The success of the festival led to an international expansion to Porto, Portugal in 2012 which took place a week after the main edition. In 2022, the festival hosted its first editions in Los Angeles, Santiago de Chile, Buenos Aires and São Paulo. Primavera Sound continued to expand to Asunción and Bogotá in 2023, and now a much smaller version of the festival, Primavera Weekender, has been taking place in Benidorm each November since 2019.

Primavera Sounds original location was Poble Espanyol, an open-air architectural museum on top of the Montjuïc hill in Barcelona. This differentiated the festival from most of its other European counterparts like Glastonbury, by being held within a city rather than in a large rural area. 

In 2005 the festival relocated from the Poble Espanyol to the Fòrum site due to demand - a new 14-hectare multipurpose public park meters away from the Mediterranean Sea, best known for its public art, the Museum of Natural Sciences of Barcelona and its underground auditorium.

Originally an event made to showcase local noise bands of the indie rock genre, no one could have foreseen what the future held, with the festival hotspot now home to all kinds of genres with our beloved electronic dance music very much at the forefront of it.

Headliners over the years have included the likes of the Pet Shop boys, Kendrick Lamar, Dua Lipa, Charlie XCX, Burna Boy, Gorillaz, Tame Impala, as well as incredible electronic music acts including such as 

We may have just finished summer 2023, but who’s to say we can’t plan ahead for next summer already? If you’re thinking of taking the plunge to embark on your euro summer of a lifetime, we’ve got two words for you - DO IT!

With this being said, Primavera has announced the return to its homeland in 2024, for its 22nd edition, set to take place 

. Primavera Sound will also debut in Peru this year, marking the festival’s latest expansion.

Mura Masa – live from Boiler Room x Cupra at Primavera Sound Barcelona.

Mura Masa | Boiler Room x Primavera Sound Barcelona 2023 by Boiler Room

The globally renowned festival employs a different theme each year, inspiring its attendees to dress and express themselves in out-the-box, imaginative ways, to build on the community feel of the mega event. Last year the theme was ‘I'll be your mirror’, this year the theme is ‘love’. We’ll leave the enigma down to you guys.

Primavera Sound puts diversity and equality at the forefront of what they do, with an all equal (42.36% women, 42.36% men and 15.28% mixed projects) line-up. This year, they’ve reeled in a hefty line-up of your favorite house and techno artists including 

Also, seeing as though you’re pretty much next door, why not make a double trip out if it and head over to the clubbing capital of the world that is Ibiza (if you can hack it).

Primavera Sound 2024

Spain

Parc del Forum

deep disco house

minimal tech house

minimal techno

The Martinez Brothers

uk house

TSHA

acid house

canadian electronic

detroit techno

microhouse

techno

Richie Hawtin

Sweden

dark techno

raw techno

schranz

swedish electronic

swedish techno

Adam Beyer

Belgium

acid techno

belgian techno

Amelie Lens

KILIMANJARO

Denmark

danish electronic

danish techno

deep euro house

melodic techno

Kölsch

Benin

afro house

AMÉMÉ

deep tech house

progressive house

CamelPhat

Italy

italian tech house

melodic house

Fideles

Hot Since 82

Jaden Thompson

Joris Voorn

electronica

german techno

leipzig electronic

Paul Kalkbrenner

ambient techno

future garage

intelligent dance music

shiver pop

Daniel Avery

FJAAK

Australia

australian experimental

HAAi

afrofuturism

Jeff Mills

Juliet Fox

garage house

Honey Dijon

Eliza Rose

ukg revival

salute

Craig Richards

Christian AB

Junction 2, hosted in Brentford's Boston Manor Park, London, unfolds over three days, offering an immersive dive into electronic music's best.

Emphasizing house and techno, the festival curates a lineup that blends pioneering DJs and live acts, ensuring an eclectic mix that caters to true aficionados of the genre. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2025, Junction 2 stands out not just for its musical journey but also for its green initiatives. 

Attendees can expect a diverse experience, becoming a must-visit for enthusiasts of electronic music and sustainability advocates alike.

Junction 2

Boston Manor Park

Junction 2 2024

Airrica

Ukraine

ukrainian electronic

ARTBAT

soulful house

Coco & Breezy

munich electronic

Innellea

Joplyn

Layla Benitez

Miss Monique

uk tech house

Terry Francis

Finland

finnish edm

Yotto

Avalon Emerson

Palestine

arab electronic

palestinian alternative

Sama’ Abdulhadi

minimal dub

DVS1

Gabrielle Kwarteng

Jon Hopkins

experimental club

Ahadadream

Ireland

irish rebel song

Saoirse

Carl Cox

South Africa

south african house

south african pop

south african pop dance

Black Coffee

Brazil

electro house

pop nacional

slap house

Alok

latin tech house

Maceo Plex

dutch house

pop dance

progressive electro house

Steve Angello

downtempo

instrumental hip hop

jazztronica

nu jazz

trip hop

Bonobo

Sam Divine

Hannah Wants

Patrick Mason

uk funky

Rudimental

Türkiye

Carlita

industrial techno

Kobosil

hard techno

Klangkuenstler

Helena Hauff

Sara Landry

french techno

I Hate Models

Francis Mercier

Franky Wah

SONA

France

Fiona Kraft

Desna

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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