Devault w/ HAMI, ESO
Sage DeVault, better known by his stylized surname DEVAULT, is an American electronic musician. Devault's journey as a young musician is one worth noting. After official redos for artists such as Rihanna, 6LACK, 070 Shake, DJ Snake, and Sabrina Claudio under his belt, Devault collaborated with the likes of Bipolar Sunshine, Matt Maeson, and Porches on his Debut Electronic EP 'Stay.' Following his debut, Devault went onto release a string of dark industrial tapes, most notably 'Diamond' featuring the anthemic 'Heaven's Gates' with Izzy Camina.
Odd Mob with Liz Khaliifa, MÆSØNIC
For Australian producer and DJ, Odd Mob, there are no limits in sight as he goes from strength to strength with every innovative production. Developing a flair for identifying unique sounds, he has become known for his ability to diversify across genres, emphasizing the unconventional. Spending years meticulously honing his craft, Odd Mob has firmly planted himself at the forefront of the global electronic music’s future.
Odd Mob broke through with the ubiquitous 2014 track ‘Is It A Banger’, a track that resonated with Australian listeners, charting in triple j’s ‘Hottest 100’ and has since amassed over 8 million streams across platforms. The boundary-pushing producer showed no signs of slowing down, subsequently releasing tracks ‘Intrinsic’, ‘Lithium’, ‘LEFT TO RIGHT’, ‘Give You’ as well a slew of collaborations with LA producer on OMNOM on ‘Losing Control’, ‘Mind Awake, Body Asleep’ and most recently ‘All Day, All Night’ which saw Odd Mob surpass well over 50 million streams across platforms.
On top of a busy release schedule, the last 12 months saw Odd Mob craft official remixes for the likes of Dom Dolla, Hayden James, Martin Solveig, Jax Jones & D.O.D. From remakes, vocal tracks, remixes, and right through to his original productions he is non-stop flexing his production prowess. With a genre-defying catalogue of songs, he has given back to his audience fashioning bootlegs under his Oddities brand, which have amassed millions of plays. Constantly pushing boundaries has earnt Odd Mob the support of industry heavyweights including the likes of Diplo, Fisher, Calvin Harris, John Summit, Oliver Heldens, David Guetta, Eats Everything, Fatboy Slim, Sofi Tukker, Tiesto, and Disclosure.
Odd Mob’s 2022 single ‘LEFT TO RIGHT’ launched him into the spotlight with a slew of AAA tastemaker support from the likes of Skrillex, Fred Again.., Dom Dolla, Disclosure, Diplo, Chris Lake, Tiesha, Salute, ACRAZE, and John Summit, to name a few, all showcasing this record in their sets throughout 2022 and 2023. ‘LEFT TO RIGHT’ is based around portions of the Soulja Boy cult classic ‘Crank That’ which had the blessing and sign off from Soulja Boy himself.
Ending 2023 on a high, after a huge run of touring with performances at EDC, Coachella, Hard Summer, Shambhala, Sunset Music Festival and an official support at BMO for John Summit’s headline event, Odd Mob dropped club hit ‘Losing Control’ on John Summit’s Experts Only imprint. By far his biggest moment yet, Odd Mob skyrocketed to the top of the Beatport charts in the first few days of release and clocked a whopping 1.5 million streams in the first two weeks of release across all platforms. Not stopping there, Odd Mob was also named 42nd in the 2023 ‘1001 Tracklist Top 100 Producer’s of The Year’.
2024 will see Odd Mob continue on his rapid trajectory to the top with a slew of North American back to back tours throughout March, May, June, August and October, his first ever European tour playing at the likes of Tomorrowland, Parookaville and Elrow @ Amnesia (Ibiza), with more to be announced shortly.
BUNT. In The Round Tour presented by The Fox Theatre
Sound splashes across songs much like paint on a canvas. Melodies manifest in different shades with their own textures and nuances. BUNT. employs a vibrant sonic spectrum in his music. The German artist, producer, DJ, and multi-instrumentalist utilizes various elements to enrich each and every track with a pop of color befitting of his moniker — which translates to "Colorful" in English. After making a global impact with north of 250 million + streams and counting, he channels this spirit on a series of 2023 singles and his forthcoming project. "My music is a variety of different genres and instruments blending together like colors do," he exclaims. "I have an LED sign in my studio that says, 'Melodies First.' I'm super melody-driven, and it's the most important part for me. If your lyrics are in English, German, or Spanish, somebody might not understand them. Melodies don't speak a specific language; they're universal." Growing up in Stuttgart, he instantly gravitated to music as a kid. As if predestining BUNT.'s path, his father actually met his mother at a club where he worked as a DJ on the weekends after emigrating to Germany from Turkey. At 15-years-old, BUNT.'s older brother introduced him to Swedish House Mafia via the video for their smash "One." Inspired further by Avicii, Of Monsters & Men, Mumford & Sons, M83, MGMT, and The Naked and Famous, he broke out his laptop, downloaded a production program, and spent "25/7 nonstop" on writing and recording. Early uploads caught the attention of tastemaker German label Kontor, and he inked his first deal at 18-years-old. He gained traction with tracks such as "Journey" and "Harmonica" which have now racked up 25 million streams. However, "Old Guitar" exploded in 2016. It catapulted to #8 on the Spotify Global Viral Chart. Around the same time, he teamed up with Nathaniel Rateliff and the Nightsweats to create the soundtrack for a Kia car commercial. He also served up official remixes for AVICII, OneRepublic, Gryffin, and National Parks, to name a few. Moreover, his catalog expanded to include fan favorites such as "Unbreakable"
[feat. Clarence Coffee Jr] and "Crocodile Tears" [feat. Jens Hult], boosting his stream tally beyond the 250 million-mark.
During 2022, he regularly embarked on a seven-hour train ride to visit his brother and infant nephew. Becoming something of a ritual, he put on his headphones, cooked up songs, and shared them on TikTok as the train stopped at its final destination. One such track, "Paperplanes," caught fire in December.
"What I like about trains is there are no distractions," he smiles. "You don't have internet access. You don't have much equipment. You can just focus on music. I felt like I found my new studio!"
At the top of 2023, another train upload, "Clouds" [with Nate Traveller], blossomed into an international phenomenon. His initial post of the sound generated over 1.4 million-plus views and 181K "likes" with 20K "creates." Meanwhile, the song quickly gathered over 10 million total streams as he simultaneously signed a global deal to Arista Records US, Columbia Records UK, and Epic Records Germany. Reimagining Traveller's track around the original vocals, "Clouds" hints at the breadth of BUNT.'s signature style. Its propulsive energy underscores a head-nodding bounce, lifting the hook beyond the stratosphere.
"I started with piano and chose the synthesizers and basslines afterwards," he recalls. "I always loved Nate's vocals and lyrics. The song is about people who are really meaningful to you and giving them credit for making your life possible. My parents play such an important role in my life. They did so much and always supported me. It's a 'Thank You.' Ultimately, 'Clouds' changed everything. I was able to quit my job, and now I can just be an artist."
In the end, BUNT.'s melodies exude the power to energize, enthrall, and engage.
"When you listen to me, I hope you feel super powerful," he leaves off. "Every song has a meaning and will tell you a story. I try to impact your life and motivate you. I'm twisting up all of these different colors into a cool mix to be 'BUNT. 2023.'"
Hostage Situation with TWOPERCENT, RSENIK, G3O
Hostage Situation is a Denver based trio that began working together in the summer of 2021. The crew quickly is making a name for themselves around the local scene due to the wide variety of music they produce and DJ. While they mainly focus on heavy hitting dubstep/riddim, Hostage Situation also has a passion for different forms of bass music that are more emotionally driven in an attempt to create heartfelt moments for their audience. Within the first two years, this trio has performed at various venues across the country along with selling out their first two headline shows at The Black Box and Meow Wolf Denver. In addition, they have performed at multiple Denver based festivals such as Global Dance Festival, Supernatural Festival and Decadence NYE Colorado. Fans are excited to see these three continue to take the scene hostage.
A Hundred Drums w/ Abelation, Redrum, Pink Lemonade
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Thunderous low end and pulsating rhythm embody the powerful music of A Hundred Drums.
Stomping the stage in a tangle of hair and a blur of motion, her high-octane live show is the result of years of searching for that perfect primal pulse that connects humans on the dance floor. Gabrielle Watson has been cultivating a sound that moves with the times but also continues the narrative of the scene from the birth of electronic music to its journey across continents, vanguards, and movements. After a decade of crafting her sonic signature in cutting-edge spaces, A Hundred Drums has emerged onto the main stage to bring the sounds of the underground to the masses.
In early Summer 2021, A Hundred Drums released a politically potent EP on ZEDS DEAD’s Deadbeats label. Enough Is Enough outlines the struggles of being Black in America, set against the backdrop of police violence, systemic racism, and the protest movement still pervasive in a world one year removed from the death of George Floyd. Unlike anything the powerhouse bass label has ever released, a mini-documentary companion piece gave fans an inside look at the making of the record. Through it, Watson tells the story of her own mistreatment at the hands of the police and the genesis of the music and message she so desperately needed to convey. In an industry saturated with vapid party anthems, A Hundred Drums chose to use her platform to deliver substance alongside sound.
Watson cut her teeth in dark and sweaty basements showcasing icons of the UK dubstep and drum & bass scenes, and has traveled to far flung psytrance festivals to hone her mixing skills. ‘AHD’ now gets to share lineups with some of the biggest acts in all of electronic music and collaborate with some of the most sought after producers and vocalists across a multitude of genres. She kicked off 2022 as a handpicked support act for REZZ’s blockbuster North American tour. She then went on to an unbelievable run through the summer festival circuit including Okeechobee, Lightning in a Bottle, Summer Camp, Electric Forest, Shambhala, and double dates at the Gorge at Beyond Wonderland and Bass Canyon, among so many others. 2023 opened with a massive Subtronics remix and a subsequent series of dates on his ANTIFRACTALS tour. Watson’s biggest album and truest representation of her new sound is on its way. A Hundred Drums has arrived and with her comes the promise of a new generation of bass producers in ascendence.
Midnight Tyrannosaurus
The Fox Theatre Presents
Midnight Tyrannosaurus with Ablative, BWRZ, Unmute
The Midnight Tyrannosaurus is a T-Rex/Humanoid hybrid that stands 5 feet 7 inches tall weighing 240 pounds with a bite force of 7800 megatons. Late last night it escaped our testing facility and is currently ‘at large’ - anyone in a 100 mile radius of our facility is in grave danger. We urge you to form groups, arm yourself and remain indoors until further notice. The Tyrannosaurus is an extremely violent creature with an insatiable appetite capable of devouring an entire human being in just under a few seconds, and an entire crowd in just under an hour. If you’re in the area you may hear spontaneous earthquake-like rumbling beneath your feet coupled with strange sounds that cause mass confusion and hysteria. This creature is more than just a bloodthirsty beast, it is also a master of mind control; utilizing an evil orchestra of music to brainwash his victims, sending them into a violent frenzy causing damage to everyone around them. If the Tyrannosaurus finds its way to your city, please, take shelter, and brace yourselves for what it soon to be - your demise.
Odesza Folsom Field After Party
Welcome to the Spirit Motel, a temporary home for the soul. Spirit Motel is a solo live-performance artist that fuses lush & powerful chords with emotional lyrics to create electronic odysseys that share the adventure of what it means to be human.
2018 marked Spirit Motel's inaugural chapter, with the release of his debut album "Congruence" in which powerful compositions wove together a story about new beginnings and the emotions that often accompany them. 2023 marked a new era for the project, with new music that tastefully expresses the artist’s internal dialogue as he embarks on his next journey.
Deep Dive
Program Council, CU Rave Club & Affinity Ascension Present
Deep Dive
Featuring Talent:
Solem b2b Hammerhype
Bruins b2b Barchetta
SSORBEATS b2b Gaspy
Kvndyce Rose b2b Rizzy Rails
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Accessible seating is available. Contact boxoffice@z2ent.com or 303.786.7030 for further assistance.
Who's ready to take a 'Deep Dive' into the best local house and techno music around town!? Presented by Program Council, CU Rave Club, and Affinity Ascension, 'Deep Dive' consists of a carefully crafted lineup stacked with the best local house and techno DJs from Boulder, and beyond!
We're also thrilled to announce that joining us for the evening is Hot Beam Productions! With their next-level lasers, captivating event lighting, and excellent live crowd control, Hot Beam Productions adds an extra layer of excitement to an already incredible lineup that you won't want to miss!
Minnesota with Abelation, Don Jamal, Pink Lemonade
The man named after the land with 10,000 lakes has been a force on the bass scene for nearly a decade. Although he’s made a name for himself in the electronic music space, Minnesota’s (aka Christian Bauhofer) musical journey started with heavy doses of classic rock, emo and screamo. He was heavily influenced by the psychedelic style of rock legends including Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin and cites them as inspiration for what would become his own sound. “The songs were journeys and I really like the epicness and the trip the song took you on,” he Says. Spending most of his early life in Minnesota, It was not until Christian relocated to Santa Cruz, California in 2007 where he first discovered the underground electronic music scene via renegade parties that would be thrown in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz mountains. “That community / subculture was really my main influence into the music. A lot of other artists were immersed in the Santa Cruz community like G Jones, The Glitch Mob and Eprom. Crews would bring out a generator, Dj equipment and a few lights and play music until 10AM. We were really blown away.” Christian would soon throw his own renegade parties in Santa Cruz to provide himself with a forum to DJ. “I wanted to play music, but could never get booked, so I teamed up with some friends and we started to throw our own parties. I feel very lucky to have experienced this underground scene before electronic music and hit the mainstream.”
Ship Wrek with HAMI, Zimmy, ESO
Los Angeles-based duo Ship Wrek, composed of Tripp Churchill and Collin Maguire, came together in 2019 and have become one of the most buzz-worthy production teams and performers in electronic music. With their unique sound and high energy DJ sets, the duo have caught the attention of fans, press, and industry heavyweights alike. Ship Wrek have gained support from artists such as Skrillex, Dillon Francis, Diplo, Jauz, DJ Snake, Chris Lake, Zedd, and Tiesto, all of which have played out their edits and music or collaborated with the duo. Their current single “Help” with producer/writer, John Ryan follows their collaboration with The Chainsmokers “The Fall”.
Champagne Drip with Skinny Limbs, Balek
Champagne Drip, the musical incarnation of Los Angeles-based producer Samuel Pool, was born from the philosophy that innovation springs from inspiration. The statement ringing true throughout the years, Pool has proven himself to be a trailblazer within the bass music sector of electronic music. With seasoned expertise predominantly rooted in genres such as dubstep and jungle, his discography consists of countless renowned records, right alongside his multiple headline tours and appearances at some of the world's largest festivals.
Widely known for his sonic concoctions of diverse textures and rich melodies swathed in his decidedly uplifting project, Champagne Drip is set to continue skyrocketing upon a purely upwards trajectory. Consistently pulling inspiration from his own surrounding environment, his sound is an ever-evolving source that naturally inspires others in turn.
Kompany with Ivory, Gorilla T, Leo Von, G3O
Kompany has emerged from the shadows of anonymity to present one of the more promising bass music projects of this time. Having perfected his craft in the esteemed halls of Icon Collective, Kompany is now bringing his music to a global audience. Blending versatile sound design with aggressive forms of bass music, Kompany is a force to be reckoned with.
MUST DIE! with special guest Tisoki
Acting as a rebellious force and the main antagonist of bass music, there’s no one like MUST DIE!. Between his eccentric state of mind and cutting-edge mettle in the studio, MUST DIE! caters to an audience with a penchant for forward-thinking sounds that will both challenge and dignify dubstep as we know it. With nearly 10 years under his belt, MUST DIE! began building his cult with consistent releases on bass music’s most notable labels, leading him to represent Never Say Die’s prestigious roster. Hailed as a trendsetter within electronic music, MUST DIE! reaches beyond the scope of dubstep with each release — his 2014 debut record, Death & Magic, set the precedent for his future in dance music, offering listeners a new take on genres including dubstep, electro house, drum and bass, and more. The start of 2019 established a new era of MUST DIE! with the release of his genre-bending singles “BLISS 2K” and “CHAOS.” Both singles landing at #1 on the Beatport Dubstep Top 100 and reaching over 1 million streams on Spotify, MUST DIE! sparked a new trend in bass music, introducing classic rave elements and hard dance components to his catalogue. This year, MUST DIE! has continued his trend of raising the bar within dance music as he skyrockets off the back of two huge collaborations with Eptic and Zomboy – “Skill Check” and “Last One Standing”. Separating himself from his peers through excellence in production and creativity that simply can’t be copied, MUST DIE! maintains his own lane and leads the up-and-comers to follow. The unrivalled nature of MUST DIE!’s signature sound and personal brand has taken him to audiences all over the world, headlining a number of tours through North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and more — MUST DIE! has become a global phenomenon through his personal touch in the studio and a loyal fanbase. With a devastatingly powerful discography and a brand that defies the scene, MUST DIE! remains undefeated.
HAMDI
Currently one of the most versatile and in demand producers around, Hamdi’s ability to consistently produce a wide range of styles and genres has made him one of the underground music scene’s most exciting prospects. Born in Oxford, Hamdi (real name Alexander Hamdi) has been producing electronic music for over a decade, first getting into DJing soon after his eighteenth birthday. Hamdi soon established himself as one of the most in demand young producers in the UK scene with consistent EP releases and a string of well-received free downloads on Soundcloud. By this time, he had also already earned a reputation as one of the most energetic DJs around, with many recognising Hamdi as the only DJ on the circuit to DJ and MC at the same time. Hamdi’s production, like his DJing, is gritty, high-energy and rhythmic and he is comfortable producing across the full spectrum of electronic dance music. Yet at the same time, his signature Dubstep sound design is easy to recognise, and has a power and weight to it that not many in the scene can match. Hamdi’s breakthrough came in 2017, with the release of Show Me with Sammy Virji, which took the UK Bass Scene by storm. The VIP, released 18 months later, was one of the most sought after tracks of that year, and currently sits on over a million Spotify streams. Since then, Hamdi has gone from strength to strength, building a strong brand and reputation as one of the most consistent multi-genre artists around. As 3000 Blog wrote, ‘There really aren’t many who are keeping pace with Hamdi, as he tends to fly from deck to deck, pulling the audience from left to right in a seriously thrilled multi-genre ride.’ The last couple of years have been huge for Hamdi. While he has had a substantial and loyal UK following for some years now, in the last 18 months, Hamdi’s fanbase has gone global. His edit of Sammy Virji’s Never Let You Go and his now modern classic Skanka both took the Dubstep scene by storm and opened his sound up to a whole new audience. Skanka became a mega hit in the global Dubstep community, with many in the scene calling it the track of the year. For a long time It was hard to escape Skanka in the US, and it quickly became a staple of pretty much every Dubstep set. Artists such as Skrillex, Zeds Dead, Porter Robinson, Knife Party, NGHTMRE, Slander, Subtronics, Of The Trees and countless others have consistently supported the track, leading to the track being played to crowds upwards of 30,000 people across the United States. As a result, recent demand for Hamdi has not just been exclusive to the UK. His recent six-city headline tour of India was a great success, playing to packed rooms in every city he went to. With upcoming dates across Europe, an Australian tour in the diary, and huge interest in the US, Hamdi’s global profile is growing at a rapid rate.
Matroda w/ SNAKOZ B2B Todd Banks & Will Levy
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Croatian raised producer Matroda is the epitome of electronic music’s fleeting existence. Welcoming house music in his own unique way, with the aptly named ‘matrodasound’ coined by his true fans, the studio sets no limits for this unique but incredibly celebrated artist. Taking early influences from the likes of Led Zeppelin, Frank Sinatra and The Beatles while introducing classical training across the violin, drums and keyboard, the Matroda sound has proven its highly desirable accomplishment around the world over recent years.
From shows at EDC Las Vegas and Orlando to Nocturnal Wonderland, Matroda has solidified his presence, both on and off the stage. The natural born DJ and producer has dotted the map with top tier global festivals and sold out shows from Ibiza and Sydney all the way to Los Angeles and more.
His first career remix of SNBRN’s ‘California’ with Chris Lake, proved an electric festival vibe-chaser gaining support from Diplo, Calvin Harris and Major Lazer, leading to further releases on Mad Decent, Confession and UKF. 2019 saw Matroda dropping one of the album’s of the year and his biggest project to date- ‘THE RED TAPE’, with features from Kaleena Zanders, Dances With White Girls, taking out runner up for best album following AC Slater’s Hi8 at #1. Later in the year his collaboration with Wax Motif on ‘Lose Control’ garnered much support as well as ‘Walk In The Spot’- a true 2019 house anthem. In 2020 Matroda released ‘Forget It’ via Insomniac Records, hitting over 10 million streams to date. Topping the list ‘Disco Tool’ longside Bleu Clair went right to the #1 spot on the Beatport tech house chart, leaving lasting impressions on the industry and dancefloors alike.
Fast forward to 2021 when he attained the 25th best producer spot on Tracklist1001’s renowned chart, following a string of Beatport #1’s and over one million monthly listeners on Spotify. A new decade opened up and Matroda’s label Terminal Underground was born, releasing the first EP from himself titled Jack The House EP. ‘La Pasion’ reached top 10 chart status on Beatport’s Tech House Chart, in line with the release of the single ‘Lifting’ with 2022 welcoming ‘Gotta Let You Go’, both on Insomniac Records.
The Matrodasound is making a solid mark on electronic music enthusiasts around the world, proving the road is only just beginning for this young producer with a promising future ahead.
SULLIVAN KING with Kliptic, Leo Von - 2nd Night Added
Sullivan King makes music to rage to. As a producer, guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter he fuses dubstep and rock creating his own space in the electronic and alternative scenes. Sullivan King’s unique live show finds the artist shredding on guitar, singing, DJing, and jumping into the pit. After finishing up his recent Loud & Reckless NA tour celebrating the release of his debut album LOUD, the King has a summer full of festivals including Tomorrowland, Lollapalooza Paris, Hard Summer, and Ilesoniq to name a few. Sullivan King has previously worked with Excision, Aaron Gillespie (Underoath), Papa Roach, Jason Aalon (Fever 333), Ice Nine Kills, Slander, Subtronics, Kayzo, Kill The Noise, and has several upcoming collaborations with heavyweight names in both the Electronic and Hard Rock world. “Raised on a diet of as much post-hardcore as dubstep, he's setting out to bring the rock and EDM communities together in a way that no-one has done before.” - Jack Rogers, Rock Sound
Blanke with special guest NIKADEMIS, Delta Orb
Blanke. The e is silent. JP Orchison has taken the Blanke project from his native Australia to the World. Inking a deal with United Talent Agency, Blanke (in his first year of North American Touring) was booked to play on festivals like Paradiso, Global Dance, Hard Summer, Dancefestopia & EDC Las Vegas, a regular on lineups for Brands like Deadbeats and Brownies & Lemonade, and was selected as a support act for Illenium’s massive ‘Ascend’ Arena Tour in mid-late 2019 before kicking off 2020 with a 40+ date tour across North America as main support for Black Tiger Sex Machine.
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BUNT.
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Odd Mob
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DEVAULT