Five Artists You Don’t Want to Miss at Elements Music Festival

With Elements Music Festival just a few weeks away, excitement is building amongst all of those that will be attending. The festival will take place at Long Pond, PA on August 9-11. This year’s festival promises an electrifying atmosphere with state-of-the-art stage productions and festival atmosphere that are as unique as they can be, channeling the power of nature. Elements lives up to its name. Earth, Water, Air, and Fire – the classical elements – serve as the guiding inspiration for everything from stages and art installations to activities throughout the festival grounds. It’s a fusion of music and nature, where you can lose yourself in the rhythm of the elements. The different stages cater to a wide range of musical tastes, from pulsating electronic beats to soul-stirring live performances.

Beyond the unique stages, Elements also has a very unique offering in artists that will be spinning all weekend long. Headliners performing include ILLENIUM, Excision, Green Velvet, Chris Lake, who need no production so here are 5 other artists that you should catch during the festival weekend.

Tape B is a rising star in the bass music scene, known for his unique ability to blend classic dubstep with fresh new energy. Based in South Florida, this producer and DJ seamlessly merges nostalgic hip-hop influences with pulsating electronic beats, creating a sound that’s both familiar and electrifying. Tape B has quickly garnered the attention of industry heavyweights like Zeds Dead, Excision, and Liquid Stranger with his infectious tracks and genre-bending experimentation. He’s become a regular on festival stages, captivating crowds with his high-energy sets and undeniable stage presence. Be sure to catch this upstart DJ over at the Water Stage on Friday to experience how classic sounds can collide with modern production for an unforgettable bass music experience.

Hamdi isn’t your average EDM producer. This UK-based artist thrives on versatility, seamlessly weaving between dubstep, UK garage, grime, and more. His infectious signature sound has earned him support from industry giants like Skrillex, Knife Party, and Fred again.., while also captivating the hearts of the underground scene with nods from DJ EZ, Skream, and Sherelle. His energetic DJ sets have ignited dancefloors across the globe, from India and Australia to the massive stages of EDC Las Vegas and recent massive tours across the U.S. and UK. His track ‘Skanka’ took the world by storm, solidifying his place as a modern dubstep pioneer. The energy that he brings in his performances is something you have to see for yourself on Sunday over at the Earth Stage.

Max Styler is a rising force in the world of electronic music. He blends house music with a unique, dark European influence, which he calls “MainStage Indie Dance.” This innovative approach is making him a fixture in the industry. 2023 was a breakout year for Styler. He started strong with the energetic ‘Wanna Dance’ EP on John Summit’s Off The Grid Records. The EP even hit #1 on Beatport in its first week. Styler followed this up with the ‘Destination’ EP on Repopulate Mars, solidifying his reputation as a trendsetter. Styler’s hits kept coming. ‘Hypnotic’ on Realm Records received global DJ support, and ‘Rhythm Machine’ dominated the Beatport Tech House charts for over a month. These successes, along with placements on major Spotify playlists, showcased Styler’s ever-evolving sound. See him spin on Friday at the Fire stage.

Chicago’s own Azzecca dives deep, exploring the darker side of house, techno, and disco. Her sets are journeys through unexpected genres and emotions, guaranteed to leave you wanting more. Azzecca’s passion goes beyond the booth. She champions underground talent with her rapidly growing event series, Dirty Disco. When she’s not captivating crowds, you might find her in the heart of Chicago’s underground scene, soaking it all in. With a distinctive style and a deep crate of eclectic tracks, Azzecca has shared stages with the likes of Tale Of Us, Amê, Joris Voorn, and more. Her productions are boundary-pushing, blending genres and boasting massive sound design built to move dance floors. You can experience her genre bending sound at the Air stage on Sunday.

Originally born in Philadelphia, but mostly raised in Texas, Space Wizard spent most of his childhood playing hockey up until an injury that happened just before college. While healing from the injury (which he now says he’s happy that happened) he found himself completely immersed in the realm of dubstep and riddim in 2016. Since this moment, he’s garnered thousands of fans across North America with his deep, drippy, and wonky dubstep sound that makes for an out-of-body-like experience. Ever since, his individualistic style has gained him recognition from trailblazers like Liquid Stranger, ATliens, Subtronics, Sullivan King, and many more. He is spinning at the Water stage on Sunday.

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